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Nathaniel Reid from Newsy provides an update on April 15, 2020, about the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the search for a vaccine with three candidates in testing phases in China and the U.S. Dr. Anthony Fauci estimates a vaccine could be ready by next winter. President Trump initially claimed authority over reopening states but later deferred to governors. States are planning staggered reopenings with continued social distancing. In South Korea, parliamentary elections were held with strict health measures. The video concludes with a reminder to follow Newsy for updates.

What is the current status of the COVID-19 vaccines being tested in China and the United States?

• They are fully approved and in mass production.

• They are only being tested in Europe.

• They are in the experimental stages.

• They have been abandoned.

Who estimated the timeline for the completion of a COVID-19 vaccine?

• President Trump

• The World Health Organization

• The CDC

• Dr. Anthony Fauci

What approach are states taking to lift stay-at-home orders?

• Reopening only schools

• Ignoring federal guidelines

• Staggered lifting by region

• Lifting all restrictions at once

What measures were taken during South Korea's elections to ensure voter safety?

• Socially distant lines, fever checks, and hand sanitizers were provided

• Voters were required to wear masks only

• No safety measures were implemented

• Voting was conducted online only

What additional arrangements were made for voters experiencing fevers or in self-quarantine in South Korea?

• They could vote by mail

• They were not allowed to vote

• They were given priority in regular lines

• Separate voting times and locations were set up