What We Know About The New U.K. Variant Of Coronavirus — And What We Need To Find Out
There's cause for concern. But how concerned should we be? Here's a rundown of the current thinking on key issues as transmission, severity of disease — and effectiveness of vaccines.
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Congress has long struggled to pass new laws addressing climate change, even ones with bipartisan support. But the end-of-year spending package includes an energy bill with major climate measures.
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Read more ...S.C. Gov. Henry McMaster Tests Positive For The Coronavirus
The Republican governor's office said he is "experiencing mild symptoms with a cough and slight fatigue." McMaster's wife also contracted the virus but his office said she is asymptomatic.
Read more ...California Secretary Of State Alex Padilla To Replace Harris In U.S. Senate
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has appointed Padilla to fill the vice president-elect's Senate seat. He'll be the state's first Latino senator.
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