Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Newsy’s Latest Headlines

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The video covers three main news stories: the U.S. House of Representatives is voting on a new investigation into the Capitol riot, with expected approval from the Democratic-led chamber despite GOP opposition. In Russia, COVID-19 cases and deaths are surging, attributed to lax attitudes, new variants, and low vaccination rates. Lastly, the Ethiopian government may re-enter the Tigray region after a ceasefire, as Tigray forces reject the ceasefire and retake key areas, leading to a humanitarian crisis. The video concludes with a preview of upcoming news stories.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the expected action of the Democratic-led chamber regarding the Capitol riot investigation?

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What has been the reported impact of the coronavirus in Russia recently?

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What did Ethiopian officials announce regarding the Tigray region?

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What was the response of Tigraine forces to the ceasefire declared by the Ethiopian government?

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What humanitarian crisis is currently affecting the Tigray region according to US estimates?

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