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On December 8th, the UK began administering the first doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, prioritizing nursing home workers and the elderly. Meanwhile, President-elect Joe Biden nominated retired General Lloyd Austin as Secretary of Defense, potentially making him the first Black American to lead the Pentagon. In international news, the US imposed sanctions on Chinese officials and continued arms sales to Taiwan, prompting a strong response from China. Stay tuned for more updates and programs on Newsy.

What is the significance of December 8th in the context of the COVID-19 vaccine in the UK?

Who are the first recipients of the COVID-19 vaccine doses in the UK?

What are the names of the companies involved in producing the COVID-19 vaccine mentioned in the text?

What position is President Elect Joe Biden expected to nominate Lloyd Austin for?

What actions did China take in response to the new US sanctions?