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Millions in England to enter tougher Tier 4 Covid rules
The spread of the new, more virulent strain of Covid-19 is increasing in the South West, Midland and parts of the North, Hancock said. A report on Tuesday had said that 24 million people which is almost 43 per cent of the population in England is already under strict " stay-at-home " lockdown. [Full Article...]
$600 stimulus checks will start rolling out immediately

Post-Brexit deal to be signed Wednesday after go-ahead by European Union members

Round 2 of Stimulus Checks Approved, Here's Who Qualifies
The House of Representatives on Monday passed standalone legislation that would increase the economic impact payments to $2,000, from $600 - a policy that President Trump has very publicly supported. While the portal isn't now open, the IRS says it "continues to monitor and prepare for new legislation related to Economic Impact Payments". Timing could, however, be impacted by the holiday as a nu... [Full Article...]
House votes in favor of increasing coronavirus stimulus checks to $2,000

US House passes $2000 check bill

European stocks extend gains as Brexit deal boosts UK

One in 1000 Americans have died from COVID-19
