Congress reaches a stimulus deal, inside the deadliest place in America, and more from Apple News

Here’s what you need to know. [Apple News+] Good Morning From Apple News It’s December 21, 2020. Here’s what you need to know. Top Stories [Congress reached a last-minute deal on a $900 billion coronavirus-relief package that includes $600 direct payments to Americans, enhanced unemployment benefits, and help for businesses.
 Bloomberg]( [A new COVID-19 variant in the UK prompted the British government to impose a strict lockdown in parts of the country. A number of nations around the world, including Canada and parts of Europe, banned incoming UK flights. CNN]( [An expert panel recommended that frontline essential workers and people aged 75 and older should be next in line for a COVID-19 vaccine. Meanwhile, the first doses of Moderna’s shot will be distributed this week. STAT]( [“The Russians” were “pretty clearly” behind a major cyberattack on the U.S., said Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. Meanwhile, bipartisan lawmakers rebuked President Trump for downplaying the breach. Vox]( Listen Now [A look at what’s in the stimulus deal, how the homelessness crisis has gotten worse, and more on today’s podcast. Apple News Today]( Year in Review [Essential Stories From the Social-Justice Movement The killing of George Floyd by police sparked an outcry against racism and inequality in every aspect of American life. These reads tell the story of an uprising that gripped the world. Apple News Spotlight]( Five Stories We’re Talking About [Inside the deadliest place in America: “You don’t think you have that many tears to shed, and you do.” USA Today]( [The first patients to get CRISPR gene-editing treatment are thriving — and giving scientists hope. NPR]( [Tonight, for the first time in 800 years, you can see a “great conjunction” of Jupiter and Saturn. Here’s how. Vox]( [The “ugliest orchid in the world” is among the new plant discoveries of 2020. The Guardian]( [[Apple News+] This is the secret psychological formula for success after 50. Bloomberg Businessweek]( Sports [The Jets’ first win of the season massively complicates the NFL playoffs and 2021 draft. Bleacher Report]( [The College Football Playoff field is set, and not everyone is happy. The Ringer]( [[Apple News+ Audio] The NBA returns this week, and the Lakers still look unbeatable. Anthony Davis is the reason why. Sports Illustrated]( The Last Word [[Apple News+] “ It’s like mowing your lawn, but with four-legged weed whackers.” “Goatscaping” — which is exactly what it sounds like — has grown in popularity as an environmentally friendly way to clear overgrown land. The Wall Street Journal]( [Try Apple News+ for Free]( [Apple News+] Some content requires specific hardware or software. Internet access required; data fees may apply. Content availability is subject to change. For more information, [click here](. Copyright © 2020 Apple Inc. One Apple Park Way, Cupertino, California 95014 USA [Privacy Policy]( | [Terms and Conditions]( | [Support]( | [Account]( [Unsubscribe](