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Pfizer-BioNTech say UK allows emergency use of their COVID-19 vaccine, world’s first backed by rigorous science

LONDON (AP) — Pfizer-BioNTech say UK allows emergency use of their COVID-19 vaccine, world’s first backed by rigorous science.

China #MeToo case heard in court after more than 2 years

BEIJING (AP) — A Chinese woman who filed a sexual misconduct lawsuit against a TV host told dozens of cheering supporters at a courthouse Wednesday she hopes her case will encourage other victims of gender violence…

UK authorizes Pfizer vaccine for emergency use

Pfizer and BioNTech say they've won permission Wednesday for emergency use of their COVID-19 vaccine in Britain, the world’s first coronavirus shot that’s backed by rigorous science -- and a major step toward event…

Australia bounces out of recession as economy grows 3.3%

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Australia's economy grew by 3.3% in the third quarter, rebounding from its first recession in nearly three decades as it recovered from pandemic-related shocks, according to figures r…

The Latest: New cases declining in New Delhi, rest of India

NEW DELHI — India has maintained a declining trend in coronavirus infections with 36,604 new cases reported in the past 24 hours.

Asia Today: S. Korea says stay home ahead of national exams

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean officials are urging people to remain at home if possible and cancel gatherings large and small as around half a million students prepared for a crucial national college exam.

Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree turns on, with virus rules

NEW YORK (AP) — Rockin' around the Christmas tree is going to look different for visitors at Rockefeller Center this year, starting with Wednesday's tree lighting ceremony.

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Disputing Trump, Barr says no widespread election fraud

Pasadena bucks LA County order, keeps outdoor dining going

PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — It was a rare sight after Los Angeles County restaurants were restricted to takeout to reduce the spread of the coronavirus: tables and chairs set up outside the Pie 'N Burger shop in Pasade…

Klain to lead Biden White House in return of professionals

WASHINGTON (AP) — Ron Klain has checked all the boxes of a classic Washington striver: Georgetown, Harvard Law, Supreme Court clerk and Capitol Hill staffer, White House adviser and, along the way, of course, lobby…

Kwanza Hall wins runoff election to briefly fill seat in Congress of the late civil rights legend John Lewis

ATLATNA (AP) — Kwanza Hall wins runoff election to briefly fill seat in Congress of the late civil rights legend John Lewis.

Hall wins runoff to briefly fill seat of late Rep John Lewis

ATLANTA (AP) — Former Atlanta City Council member Kwanza Hall won a special runoff election Tuesday for a brief term in Congress and will succeed the late civil rights legend John Lewis.

GOP objects to Biden nominees, a sign of what's to come

WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect

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