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The video covers major news topics including winter weather alerts affecting half the country, leading to flight cancellations and power outages in Texas. It also discusses concerns over a new COVID-19 variant from the UK, which is more contagious and linked to higher hospitalization risks. Lastly, it touches on adjustments made to the Major League Baseball preseason schedule due to COVID-19, with cautious optimism for a full season.

What type of winter weather alert is affecting half the country?

What are the effects of the winter weather system mentioned in the text?

What concerns are being raised regarding the new variant of COVID-19?

How is the new COVID-19 variant described by the vaccine scientist?

What adjustments have been made to the Major League Baseball preseason schedule?