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Coronavirus updates: COVID-19 reduces US life expectancy; Biden introduces spending plan; Pope Francis gets Pfizer vaccine


USA TODAY is keeping track of the news surrounding COVID-19 as a pair of vaccines join the U.S. fight against a virus that has killed nearly 385,000 Americans since the first reported fatality in February.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/health/2021/01/14/covid-news-who-wuhan-moderna-vaccine-trial-california-montana/4150754001/

NYC bendy bus left dangling from overpass in Bronx


New York City Fire Department tweeted an image of the articulated bus dangling from the overpass in the Bronx district on Thursday evening.

Biden unveils $1.9tn US economic relief package


President-elect Joe Biden has unveiled a $1.9tn (£1.4tn) stimulus plan for the coronavirus-sapped US economy before he takes office next week.

Twitter boss: Trump ban is ‘right’ but ‘dangerous’


However, he expressed sadness at what he described as the “extraordinary and untenable circumstances” surrounding Mr Trump’s permanent suspension.

Covid: Three Democratic lawmakers test positive after Capitol riot


Three US lawmakers have tested positive for the coronavirus after sheltering for hours with colleagues during last week’s deadly assault on the Capitol.

Capitol riot: Police officer dies amid pressure on Trump over inciting violence


A US Capitol police officer has died from injuries sustained in the attack on Congress by a pro-Trump mob as top Democrats have called for the president to be removed for “inciting” the riot.

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-55583264

How to work out in 2021: Some back at the gym, but many use fitness apps, online classes


The COVID-19 pandemic is still underway, and although vaccines are being administered around the world, restrictions are still in place for many establishments, including gyms and fitness centers.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/business/2021/01/04/gym-fitness-covid-pandemic-workout-new-years-resolution/4135939001/

Breonna Taylor: Two Louisville officers fired over roles in shooting


Two US police officers linked to a notorious raid in which young black medic Breonna Taylor was fatally shot have been fired, authorities have said.

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-55565602

US Congress set to certify Joe Biden victory amid protests


US lawmakers are set to meet on Wednesday to confirm Joe Biden’s victory in the presidential election amid protests from Trump supporters.

Georgia Senate election on knife-edge in vote count


Elections in the US state of Georgia that will decide control of the Senate are too close to call amid a nail-biting ballot count.