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On August 5th, Adam Elrashidy presents top news headlines. Tropical Storm Isaias has caused fatalities and damage along the East Coast, moving towards northeast Canada. Progress is being made on the coronavirus aid bill, with negotiations between the White House and Democrats showing some concessions. In Lebanon, Prime Minister Hassan Diab seeks international aid following a deadly explosion in Beirut, which has resulted in numerous casualties. Relief efforts are underway, and a national day of mourning has been declared.

What natural events did Tropical Storm Isaias cause as it moved up the East Coast?

• Droughts and heatwaves

• Earthquakes and landslides

• Tornadoes and heavy rains

• Volcanic eruptions and tsunamis

What was the main disagreement in the coronavirus aid bill negotiations?

• The duration of the aid package

• The allocation for healthcare funding

• The amount of weekly jobless benefits

• The inclusion of tax cuts

How did the White House describe the recent negotiation session with top Democrats?

• As a complete failure

• As the most productive so far

• As a contentious debate

• As a waste of time

What was the cause of the explosion in Beirut according to the government?

• An electrical fault

• A natural gas leak

• A stockpile of chemicals

• A terrorist attack

Which countries were reported to be sending aid to Lebanon after the explosion?

• United States and Canada

• Germany and Italy

• Russia and China

• Jordan and France