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The video covers three main topics: the U.S. House passing a budget resolution to advance President Biden's relief plan without Republican support, the International Criminal Court's decision to investigate Israel for potential war crimes in occupied territories, and the AstraZeneca vaccine's efficacy against the UK COVID-19 variant. President Biden is open to working with Republicans but aims to finalize the relief plan by mid-March. The ICC claims jurisdiction over Israeli-occupied areas, allowing for investigation into military actions and settlements. Preliminary findings show the AstraZeneca vaccine is over 74% effective against the UK variant, which is more contagious than the original strain.

What is the efficacy percentage of the Astra Zeneca vaccine against the variant spreading in the UK?

What is believed about the variant that originated in the UK compared to the original strain?