Variant virus prompts lock-down in England
Boris Johnson, the Prime Minister of England, closed schools and implemented a national lockdown after cases of a virus variant a spiked.
Vaccines offer hope
In the U.S., Dr. Anthony Fauci said the number of vaccines administered afforded him some hope in the fight against the coronavirus.
Virtual parade to be part of inauguration.
President-elect Joe Biden is scheduled to take the oath of office on Jan. 20, with the ceremony to include a virtual parade and other limited activities due to the coronavirus pandemic.