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The video covers several key news topics: President-elect Joe Biden's virtual meeting with small business owners struggling during the pandemic, the UK's approval of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use, and the sentencing of pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong for their roles in 2019 protests. The UK is the first Western country to approve a COVID-19 vaccine, while the US is still reviewing it. The Hong Kong activists received sentences ranging from seven to thirteen and a half months as China continues to crack down on opposition.

What was the purpose of President Elect Joe Biden's virtual meeting with small business owners and workers?

What significant announcement did the UK make regarding the COVID-19 vaccine?

What is the effectiveness percentage of Pfizer's vaccine candidate as mentioned in the text?

Who were the prominent figures sentenced in Hong Kong and what were their sentences?

What has been the trend regarding China's actions towards opposition in Hong Kong?