Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Newsy’s Latest Headlines

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The video covers several major news stories. Two men have been charged with assaulting Capitol police officer Brian Sicknick, who died after the January 6th riot. Initially thought to be hit by a fire extinguisher, new evidence suggests he was sprayed with a chemical. Derek Chauvin's defense team has requested a trial delay following a civil settlement with George Floyd's family. In Europe, Germany, France, and Italy have paused AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine due to reports of blood clots, with investigations underway.

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What were the charges against the two men arrested in connection with the Capitol incident?

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What did investigators initially believe caused the death of officer Brian Sicknick?

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What was the amount of the civil settlement between the city of Minneapolis and George Floyd's family?

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What vaccine has been suspended by Germany, France, and Italy due to safety concerns?

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What was Astra Zeneca's response regarding the safety of their vaccine after reports of deaths?

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