U.K. Tightens Restrictions Amid New Virus Variant

The video discusses a new, more contagious variant of a virus. The UK's health secretary announced that starting Saturday, restrictions will be applied to East and Southeast England. The variant is linked to South Africa, and recent visitors are encouraged to self-isolate.

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