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12/30/2020

📸The last full moon of 2020, also known as the Cold Moon, is seen rising over the Panamericano Building in Montevideo, Uruguay. https://abcn.ws/3aT26Or

12/30/2020

Will COVID-19 vaccines work on the new coronavirus variant?

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the top U.S. infectious disease expert, said data coming from Britain indicates the vaccines still will block the virus. But the U.S. also will do tests to be sure.

Experts say current COVID-19 vaccines will likely work on the new variant of the coronavirus in the United Kingdom, but are working to confirm that

12/30/2020

Tents, igloos and barriers, here's how the virus can spread from table-to-table

Outdoor dining options like tents and other structures are prompting concerns from public health experts that the benefits of eating outdoors—ventilation, access to outside air, increased airflow—are becoming diminished.

A look at how the virus can travel from table to table in outdoor dining setups, even with barriers, tents and airflow.

12/30/2020

'Wonder Woman 1984' scores best pandemic movie opening, 3rd film announced

"Wonder Woman 1984" tops U.S. box office with an estimated $16.7 million, making it the best debut for a movie in the COVID-19 era.

"Wonder Woman 1984" scored the best movie opening at the box office amid COVID-19 and a third film has already been announced.

12/30/2020

Iran begins first human trial of locally made virus vaccine

The first study of the safety and effectiveness of a coronavirus vaccine in Iran began Tuesday, state TV reported, with dozens due to receive the domestically developed shot in the hardest-hit country in the Middle East.

Iran's state TV says the first study of the safety and effectiveness of a coronavirus vaccine in Iran has begun

12/30/2020

Thailand imposes new restrictions amid coronavirus outbreak

Officials in the Thai capital have announced new restrictions, including the closure of some entertainment facilities during the New Year's holiday, as infections continued to rise following a recent coronavirus outbreak.

Officials in the Thai capital have announced new restrictions, including the closure of some entertainment facilities during the New Year's holiday, as infections continue to rise following a recent coronavirus outbreak

12/30/2020

US home prices rise at fastest pace in more than 6 years

U.S. home prices jumped in October by the most in more than six years as a pandemic-fueled buying rush drives the number of available properties for sale to record lows.

U.S. home prices jumped in October by the most in more than six years as a pandemic-fueled buying rush drives the number of available properties for sale to record lows

12/30/2020

Gaza militants fire rockets out to sea in military drill

Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip fired a salvo of rockets into the Mediterranean Sea as part of a self-styled military drill aimed at preparing for a possible war with Israel.

Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip have fired a salvo of rockets into the Mediterranean Sea as part of a self-styled military drill to prepare for a possible war with Israel

12/30/2020

Firefighters rescue two people from flood control channel

Firefighters rescued two people from a flood control channel in Santa Ana, California.

One person was transported to the hospital for further care, authorities say. https://abcn.ws/38F2ddA

12/30/2020

Iranian women's group empowers amid pandemic by making masks

As the coronavirus pandemic ravages Iran, home to the Mideast’s worst outbreak, a women’s group hopes to empower its members by helping them make and sell face masks.

As the coronavirus pandemic ravages Iran, a women’s group hopes to empower its members by helping them make and sell face masks

12/30/2020

Why carjackings have skyrocketed in parts of the country during the pandemic

Carjackings have shot up 537% in Minneapolis this year.

The pandemic, which has normalized mask-wearing, makes these auto theft easier, one expert explained.

12/30/2020

Statue of slave kneeling before Lincoln is removed in Boston

A statue of Abraham Lincoln with a freed slave appearing to kneel at his feet — optics that drew objections amid a national reckoning with racial injustice — has been removed from its perch in downtown Boston.

A statue of Abraham Lincoln with a freed slave appearing to kneel at his feet has been removed from its downtown Boston perch

12/30/2020

2nd-lowest Arctic sea ice increases concerns about impact of climate change on Indigenous communities

Even though there is evidence the Arctic was actually tropical hundreds of thousands of years ago, scientists that study the area now say the warming is faster than any natural trend.

Arctic sea ice melted to the second-lowest level in 42 years this year, according to the National Snow and Ice Data Center.

12/30/2020

57,000-year-old mummified wolf puppy discovered in Canada gives peek into past

The ancient puppy, found in permafrost, is the most complete wolf mummy known.

A 57,000-year-old mummified wolf puppy was discovered in permafrost in Canada in 2016, and researchers have studied it to learn more about life many millennia ago.

12/30/2020

Everything About Sports In 2020 Was Weird … Except Who Won

This was probably the most dominant season for top teams in recent memory. Via FiveThirtyEight.

There's no need for asterisks on this year's champions.

12/30/2020

UPS driver spreads joy by taking viral selfies with pups on his route

As long as his deliveries are on time, this UPS driver is happy to share some puppy love with the rest of the world.

As long as his deliveries are on time, this UPS driver is happy to share some puppy love with the rest of the world.

12/30/2020

All the details of 'New Year's Rockin' Eve' 2020

Performers include Jennifer Lopez, Megan Thee Stallion and Miley Cyrus.

Performers include Jennifer Lopez, Megan Thee Stallion and Miley Cyrus.

12/30/2020

Number of journalists murdered for their work more than doubled in 2020

At least 30 journalists were killed this year, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists' analysis. 21 of those murders were carried out "in retaliation for their work," compared to the 10 killed in direct reprisals in 2019. https://abcn.ws/3n5BD2F

12/30/2020

'Wonder Woman 1984' scores best pandemic movie opening, 3rd film announced

"Wonder Woman 1984" tops U.S. box office with an estimated $16.7 million, making it the best debut for a movie in the COVID-19 era.

"Wonder Woman 1984" scored the best movie opening at the box office amid COVID-19 and a third film has already been announced.

12/30/2020

Former restaurant manager gives thousands in cash gifts to servers during COVID-19 shutdown

A former bartender and restaurant manager in a Philadelphia suburb has been going around to her town’s local restaurants to hand out $100 in cash gifts to servers and waitstaff.

12/30/2020

Reese Witherspoon reflects on ex Ryan Phillippe's money comment at 2002 Oscars

Reese Witherspoon has an empowering message for financially successful women.

Reese Witherspoon reflected on ex-husband Ryan Phillippe's money comment at the 2002 Oscars and discussed financial independence for women.

12/30/2020

Cute animals of 2020

2020 was a long year—but it also had some real cute animals. A look back: https://abcn.ws/2WLwIcl

12/30/2020

Louisiana Congressman-elect Luke Letlow dies of COVID-19

Louisiana Congressman-elect Luke Letlow died of COVID-19 Tuesday, according to Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards. He was 41 years old.

12/30/2020

Mom told she 'looked tired' has the best response

"I am very proud of looking tired, I work my tail off as both a mom and employee."

Mom told she 'looked tired' has the best response.

12/30/2020

Computer model uses cellphone data to predict COVID-19's spread in US cities

Researchers said they hope the science can better inform reopening plans.

A team of researchers created a computer model that can predict how COVID-19 spreads in cities by studying anonymized cellphone data.

12/30/2020

Air travel hits new high during holidays, but experts say recovery will take years

Despite warnings against travel and a surge in COVID-19 cases, air travel hit a new pandemic high during the holidays with TSA officers screening more than 1.2 million people at airports nationwide on Sunday, Dec. 27.

Air travel hits new high during holidays, but experts say recovery will take years

12/30/2020

Michael B. Jordan to make directorial debut with 'Creed 3'

According to his "Creed" co-star, Tessa Thompson, Michael B. Jordan will make his directorial debut with the third installment of the sports drama.

Michael B. Jordan is set to make his directorial debut with "Creed 3," says his "Creed" co-star Tessa Thompson.

12/30/2020

What's coming to Hulu in January 2021 -- and what's leaving

With a new year comes a new "Bachelor" — and lots of other new titles coming to Hulu in January, too.

12/30/2020

How one principal is inspiring girls of color to succeed through chess

A principal at an economically disadvantaged school has spent more than 30 years teaching his students life lessons through the game of chess.

One school principal is on a mission to teach young women life lessons through the game of chess.

12/30/2020

Louisville police to fire 2 officers involved in fatal shooting of Breonna Taylor

The Louisville Metro Police Department has moved to fire two officers involved in the fatal shooting of Breonna Taylor in her apartment earlier this year.

12/30/2020

Nashville bombing suspect possibly interested in various conspiracy theories: Sources

Authorities are looking into evidence that Nashville bombing suspect Anthony Quinn Warner was interested in various conspiracy theories, sources told ABC News.

12/30/2020

Handcuffed suspect who allegedly shot Pennsylvania police officer caught after 9 days

A suspect accused of shooting at a police officer while handcuffed was caught following a nine-day manhunt.

12/30/2020

Anthony Hopkins marks 45 years of sobriety in heartfelt video

Anthony Hopkins marked 45 years of sobriety with an inspiring message to fans.

Beloved actor Anthony Hopkins marked 45 years of sobriety in a heartfelt video to fans.

12/30/2020

Gorilla born in zoo in Spain

We're looking back at some of the most remarkable moments in 2020: In November, a gorilla was born to mom Buu and dad Echo in a zoo in Spain, which has a conservation program for the critically endangered Western lowland gorilla species. https://abcn.ws/3f9wCUp

12/30/2020

Major rail safety technology installed before deadline

The railroad industry has installed an automatic braking system on nearly 58,000 miles of track where it is required ahead of a yearend deadline, federal regulators said.

Federal regulators say the railroad industry has installed an automatic braking system on nearly 58,000 miles of track where it is required ahead of a yearend deadline