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Posted By admin on February 3, 2022

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Here are the top stories we're following today:

Year of the Tiger: Today is the beginning of the Lunar New Year, one of the most important festivals in many Asian countries and the Asian diaspora. Here's a look at how families celebrate.

Shots for the littlest ones: A COVID vaccine may be available much earlier than anticipated for kids 5 and younger. Pfizer-BioNTech is expected to seek emergency use authorization for a regimen designed for kids ages 6 months to 5 years, according to a person familiar with the plan.

Ukraine update: U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who is facing mounting pressure to step down at home, is headed to Ukraine today. Here are the latest developments in the situation.

Also, on Up First, our daily podcast, the crisis in Ukraine could lead to an energy crisis in all of Europe.

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Start your day here: Lunar New Year in the Asian diaspora - NPR

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