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The video covers three main topics: the U.S. House passing a budget resolution to advance President Biden's relief plan without Republican support, the International Criminal Court's decision to investigate Israel for potential war crimes in occupied territories, and the AstraZeneca vaccine's efficacy against the UK COVID-19 variant. President Biden is open to working with Republicans but aims to finalize the relief plan by mid-March. The ICC claims jurisdiction over Israeli-occupied areas, allowing for investigation into military actions and settlements. Preliminary findings show the AstraZeneca vaccine is over 74% effective against the UK variant, which is more contagious than the original strain.

What was the purpose of the budget resolution passed by the House and Senate?

• To increase taxes

• To pass the president's relief plan without Republican support

• To initiate new trade agreements

• To reduce government spending

What is the International Criminal Court's role concerning Israel?

• To mediate peace talks

• To investigate potential war crimes

• To provide humanitarian aid

• To impose economic sanctions

Which areas are under the ICC's jurisdiction for investigation?

• Gaza Strip and West Bank

• Tel Aviv and Haifa

• Jerusalem and Nazareth

• Eilat and Beersheba

What did the Oxford researchers find about the AstraZeneca vaccine?

• It is ineffective against all COVID-19 variants

• It has over 74% efficacy against the UK variant

• It is only effective in older adults

• It causes severe side effects

How does the UK variant of COVID-19 compare to the original strain?

• It is more resistant to vaccines

• It is less severe

• It is more contagious

• It is less contagious