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New COVID Vaccine Clears Hurdle, Hack Of U.S. Agencies Is Ongoing, Pandemic Relief

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New COVID Vaccine Clears Hurdle, Hack Of U.S. Agencies Is Ongoing, Pandemic Relief

Another COVID-19 vaccine nears authorization. A major computer hack poses a 'grave risk' to the U.S. And, Congress gets closer to a new coronavirus relief package.

New COVID Vaccine Clears Hurdle, Hack Of U.S. Agencies Is Ongoing, Pandemic Relief

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2nd Vaccine Up For Review, Fed Chair Projects Stronger Economy, Google Lawsuit

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2nd Vaccine Up For Review, Fed Chair Projects Stronger Economy, Google Lawsuit

An advisory panel will give the FDA its opinion on Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine. The Federal Reserve projects stronger economic growth next year. Plus, Google is again facing anti-trust charges.

2nd Vaccine Up For Review, Fed Chair Projects Stronger Economy, Google Lawsuit

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McConnell Congratulates Biden On Win, New At-Home COVID Test, Afghanistan's Future

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McConnell Congratulates Biden On Win, New At-Home COVID Test, Afghanistan's Future

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell finally acknowledges Joe Biden's victory. FDA OKs first at-home COVID-19 test without needing a prescription. Afghan civilians worry about U.S. troop drawdown.

McConnell Congratulates Biden On Win, New At-Home COVID Test, Afghanistan's Future

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Electors Affirm Biden Victory, Attorney General Barr Resigns, Vaccine Timeline

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Electors Affirm Biden Victory, Attorney General Barr Resigns, Vaccine Timeline

The Electoral College votes to affirm Biden's election victory. Attorney General Barr is leaving the Justice Department. Plus, more shipments of the COVID-19 vaccine will be arriving across the U.S.

Electors Affirm Biden Victory, Attorney General Barr Resigns, Vaccine Timeline

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Vaccine Rollout Begins, Electoral College Meets Today, Treasury Department Hacked

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Vaccine Rollout Begins, Electoral College Meets Today, Treasury Department Hacked

As the COVID-19 vaccine is being rolled out, U.S. deaths from the virus near 300,000. The Electoral College officially cast ballots for president. Plus, suspected Russian hackers infiltrate U.S. agencies.

Vaccine Rollout Begins, Electoral College Meets Today, Treasury Department Hacked

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BONUS: The 'Happiest Season,' With a 'Dash' of Dolly And Gay

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BONUS: The 'Happiest Season,' With a 'Dash' of Dolly And Gay

Everybody from basic cable to streaming services have started to roll out their holiday fare. In this bonus episode, the hosts of Pop Culture Happy Hour, will survey the tinsel-strewn landscape to bring you the brutal truth about some of this year's holiday offerings, including Happiest Season, Hallmark's A Christmas House, Dash & Lily, and Dolly Parton's Christmas On The Square.

BONUS: The 'Happiest Season,' With a 'Dash' of Dolly And Gay

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COVID Vaccine Authorization, Vaccine Distribution, SCOTUS Tosses Election Case
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COVID Vaccine Authorization, Vaccine Distribution, SCOTUS Tosses Election Case

The FDA has authorized the emergency use of the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine. The logistics of vaccine distribution remain a challenge each state has to face. The U.S. Supreme Court rejected the Texas lawsuit claiming election fraud.

COVID Vaccine Authorization, Vaccine Distribution, SCOTUS Tosses Election Case

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Pfizer Vaccine Review, Congress Stalled On Covid Relief, Georgia Election Lawsuits
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Pfizer Vaccine Review, Congress Stalled On Covid Relief, Georgia Election Lawsuits

An FDA advisory committee voted in favor of granting emergency use authorization of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine. Talks for another relief package drag on. And, an update on Georgia's election lawsuits.

Pfizer Vaccine Review, Congress Stalled On Covid Relief, Georgia Election Lawsuits

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FDA, Experts Review Pfizer Vaccine, Facebook Hit With Antitrust Suits, COVID Aid
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FDA, Experts Review Pfizer Vaccine, Facebook Hit With Antitrust Suits, COVID Aid

The FDA will vote on whether to clear Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use. Two lawsuits question how Facebook got so big. Plus, lawmakers on Capitol Hill debate a COVID-19 relief package.

FDA, Experts Review Pfizer Vaccine, Facebook Hit With Antitrust Suits, COVID Aid

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Sunbelt Hospitals Filling Up, Biden Picks Vilsack And Fudge, Fort Hood Firings
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Sunbelt Hospitals Filling Up, Biden Picks Vilsack And Fudge, Fort Hood Firings

Hospitals in the Sun Belt are overwhelmed by COVID-19 cases. President-elect Biden is set to announce two more Cabinet nominations this morning. Plus, the Army punishes 14 leaders at Fort Hood.

Sunbelt Hospitals Filling Up, Biden Picks Vilsack And Fudge, Fort Hood Firings

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