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Aug 2021
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Chaos in Kabul, Booster Shots for All & ...

ERICA MANDY
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The news to know for Tuesday, August 17th, 2021!

What to know about the desperation and panic on the streets of Afghanistan now that the Taliban is in control. And how President Biden is defending the decision to pull American troops out of there.

Also, a new effort to protect against COVID-19. When you may be told to get a booster shot.

Plus a federal investigation into Tesla cars, America's largest retailer possibly embracing cryptocurrency, and a new feature on Tinder that looks into your identity.

Those stories and more in around 10 minutes!

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