Which wildly popular show was recently green lit for a new season?

Netflix announced the hit South Korean show “Squid Game“ is officially coming back for a second season.


To help reduce cable clutter and waste, which continent will soon require Apple and other smartphone makers to support a single common charging standard for all mobile devices?

European regulators announced a plan this week that will eliminate the infuriating number of charging cables needed for various devices. Under the legislation, virtually all of your everyday devices that are rechargeable via a wired cable — phones, tablets, e-readers, earbuds, cameras, portable speakers, etc — will have to be equipped with a port known as USB-C.


A bipartisan group of senators announced an agreement on gun safety legislation this week, but a few major reforms were not included in the proposed deal. Which measure did lawmakers leave out?

Enhanced review process for gun buyers under 21

The agreement does not include a federal ban on military-style assault weapons, a measure that Democrats have been pushing for in recent years in the wake of numerous mass shootings that have involved such weapons.


Police arrested 31 men this week believed to be affiliated with the White nationalist group Patriot Front who allegedly planned to riot at an LGBTQ Pride event. Where was the event?

A group of White nationalists dressed like a “little army” was arrested in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. All 31 men were charged with conspiracy to riot.


Broadway’s biggest stars were recognized this week at which prestigious awards show?

The 75th annual Tony Awards, which honor the best Broadway productions of the season, took place at New York’s Radio City Music Hall on Sunday. “A Strange Loop” won the award for Best Musical and for Best Book of a Musical.


Gas prices in the US recently hit a new record high. On average nationwide, how much does it cost for a gallon of regular gas?

For the first time ever, the national average of a gallon of regular gas now costs $5, according to AAA’s latest readings. While the price point of $5 set a new record this past weekend, $5 gas has become unpleasantly common in much of the US.


What is the biggest security threat in the Asia-Pacific region, according to Fiji’s minister of defense?

Fiji’s defense minister said climate change posed the biggest security threat in the Asia-Pacific region. The low-lying Pacific islands, which include Fiji, Tonga and Samoa, are some of the most vulnerable countries in the world to the extreme weather events caused by climate change.


Which US national park was impacted by severe flooding this week that washed out roads and bridges?

Dangerous flooding shut down Yellowstone National Park this week and left some people in surrounding communities trapped without safe drinking water. The flooding washed out roads and bridges and inflicted widespread damage on homes and businesses.


According to the White House, how soon could Covid-19 vaccines be available for children as young as 6 months?

Covid-19 vaccines could be available for children as young as 6 months beginning next week, the White House announced. Currently, children under 5 years old – about 18 million people – are the only US age group that still isn’t eligible to receive a Covid-19 vaccine.


Which automaker recalled 2.9 million vehicles this week?

Ford recalled 2.9 million vehicles due to issues that could prevent certain models from shifting into the correct gear, which might cause them to move in unintended directions.


The Federal Reserve raised its key short-term interest rate by three-quarters of a percentage point. This was the highest hike since:


Revered actor Philip Baker Hall died this week. He was in all of these movies except:


Chinese researchers say the giant “Sky Eye” radio telescope may have picked up:

Traces of a massive asteroid approaching


Microsoft retired its Internet Explorer browser this week. What year did it debut?


Kim Kardashian was accused of damaging a historic Marilyn Monroe dress at the Met Gala. Who was the designer of the garment?


Historic rainfall led to flooding, mudslides and visitor evacuations at which national park?


A strawberry supermoon illuminated the skies this week. Where does the "strawberry" moniker mean?

Farmer's Almanac says it's time to plant strawberries


It’s official: Beyoncé's next project will be released this summer with "Act I" coming July 29. What is it titled?


Which popular flea-and-tick treatment for pets did lawmakers say should be taken off the market after research showed it was harmful?


Temperatures in Britain are set to soar this weekend, but what is the hottest UK temperature on record?

The highest ever UK temperature was recorded in Cambridge University Botanic Garden on 25 July 2019, when the mercury hit 38.7C, beating the previous record of 38.5C in Faversham, Kent, in August 2003


What is the name of the “modest” four-bedroom Windsor property to which the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge hope to relocate in order to be closer to the Queen?

The four-bedroom home needs “no extra taxpayer-funded security or costly refurb”, according to The Sun, and the move means that their three children will be able to start school in the area in the autumn


Global superband BTS have split after how many years together?

During a televised dinner celebrating their anniversary, the group announced to fans they would be splitting in order to “mature” and pursue solo projects


According to a new report from the Reuters Institute, what percentage of people worldwide often or sometimes avoid the news because it lowers their mood?

That figure is up from 29% in 2017. Researchers also found that the number of people avoiding reading or watching the news has doubled in the UK over the past five years


Which technology company could be forced to pay millions of Britons compensation after being accused of using an upgrade to slow the functioning of its smartphones?

Campaigner Justin Gutmann has issued a £768m claim alleging that Apple abused its market dominance by secretly impairing iPhones


The House of Commons speaker, Lindsay Hoyle, has signed a pledge to make parliament more “friendly” to those with what condition?

The Menopause Workplace Pledge, which has been signed by more than 600 organisations including the civil service, Tesco and John Lewis, commits employers to supporting employees affected by the menopause


New research has found that the Black Death, also known as the bubonic plague, may have originated in what animal over 600 years ago?

The study published in Nature this week dated the Black Death’s source strain to Kyrgyzstan in 1338. The study also suggested that the animal reservoir from which the Black Death emerged was wild marmots rather than rats


Which country is set to become the first in the world to print a warning on every cigarette sold?

It already requires graphic photo warnings on tobacco products’ packaging, a policy that started an international trend when it was first introduced. The current proposal for the message on each cigarette is: “Poison in every puff”


Which member of the royal family is expected to retire from public life next month, according to a report in The Daily Telegraph?

The Queen’s first cousin’s connections to the Kremlin came under scrutiny after the invasion of Ukraine


How high will inflation likely climb this year according to The Bank of England?

The Bank of England has predicted that inflation will climb to 11% this year, prompting the chancellor, Rishi Sunak, to assure the Bank's governor, Andrew Bailey, that he will not introduce tax cuts


What country announced a crackdown on rainbow-colored toys this week, saying the items promote homosexuality?

Saudi Arabian government officials on Tuesday said they are ramping up efforts to seize rainbow-colored toys and clothing from shops in the country’s capital, Riyadh, because they said the colors send a “poisonous message” to children. Homosexuality is illegal in Saudi Arabia, which adheres to a strict interpretation of Sharia law.


An anonymous bidder recently paid a record-breaking sum for a private lunch with legendary investor Warren Buffett. How much did the bidder pay?

The anonymous bidder paid $19 million for a steak lunch with Warren Buffett at Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse in New York City. The sale was part of an annual auction to benefit an organization combating poverty, hunger, and homelessness.


Where in the US is it illegal to pump your own gas?

In New Jersey and Oregon, it remains illegal for people to touch the gas nozzle. In New Jersey, drivers have been prohibited from pumping their own gas since 1949, ostensibly due to health and safety concerns. A similar ban on self-service gas has been in place in Oregon since 1951. But with soaring gas prices and a worker shortage, there have been renewed calls by some gas station industry advocates to lift the bans.


What country elected its first-ever leftist leader this week?

Gustavo Petro will become Colombia’s first left-wing leader after winning the country’s presidential race on Sunday. In his victory speech, Petro called for an agreement to end violence in the country.


The IRS announced it will do what this week?

Close all in-person taxpayer assistance centers

Finish processing the backlog of 2021 tax returns

The IRS announced it will finally finish processing last year’s tax return backlog by the end of this week – meaning that if you’re among the millions of Americans who are still waiting on your tax refund from 2021, it will soon make its way to your mailbox or bank account.


Which embattled celebrity was found liable in a sexual battery case this week?

A Los Angeles jury found Bill Cosby liable in a civil case brought by Judy Huth, a woman who claimed he sexually assaulted her as a teenager in the 1970s. The jury, comprised of eight women and four men, awarded Huth $500,000 in damages.


Which Ivy League school announced it will eliminate student loans for undergraduates?

Dartmouth College announced Tuesday it was eliminating student loans for undergraduates and replacing them with “expanded scholarship grants,” the university said in a statement. Dartmouth’s class of 2022 will be the first class to enter the school and benefit from the new program.


What NFL star announced his retirement on Tuesday?

Eleven seasons and four Super Bowl rings later, Rob Gronkowski announced his retirement this week. This is Gronkowski’s second time retiring from the NFL, having previously hung up his cleats after playing from 2010 to 2018 with the New England Patriots before returning in 2020 to play two seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.


Afghanistan was rocked by a powerful earthquake this week that killed more than 1,000 people and injured many others. What was the magnitude of the quake?

A magnitude 5.9 earthquake hit eastern Afghanistan this week, flattening stone and mud-brick homes. The disaster comes at a difficult time for the Taliban-ruled country, which is currently experiencing an economic crisis and widespread hunger.


Covid-19 vaccinations in the US began for which age group this week?

Covid-19 vaccinations for children younger than 5 began across the US on Tuesday. Before this week, children under 5 – about 17 million people –  were the only age group that wasn’t eligible to get a Covid-19 vaccine.


Beyoncé released a new song this week, titled:


A recent study found that balancing on one leg for how many seconds may predict likelihood of living or dying?


Who won the NHL’s Hart Trophy, given to the player voted by the media as the league’s MVP?


In an interview with Closer Weekly, Martin Sheen said he regrets not using his birth name professionally. What is it?


Uber announced this week the return of which feature?


President Joe Biden called on Congress to suspend federal gas taxes for how long?


Yellowstone National Park partially reopened to visitors Wednesday after being closed since June 13. Why was it shut down?


America’s youngest kids became eligible for COVID-19 vaccines this week. What is the age range?


Leveraging summer travel woes, hundreds of pilots picketed this week over lack of progress on new contract. Which airline were they from?


A pup named Trumpet took home the crown for Best of Show at the Westminster Dog Show. What breed is he?


How many times will media mogul Rupert Murdoch have been divorced, after reports he is to end his marriage to actress Jerry Hall?

Murdoch has been married four times: to former flight attendant Patricia Booker, from 1956 to 1967; journalist Anna Murdoch Mann, from 1967 to 1999; businesswoman Wendi Deng, from 1999 to 2013; and actress Jerry Hall, from 2016.


Health officials have warned a virus causing which disease has been detected in several sewage samples in London?

Britain was declared polio-free in 2003, with the last wild case detected in 1984, making the new outbreak the first transmission event since the 1980s. The NHS will begin a campaign to ensure children are fully vaccinated.


Which Tory MP has resigned from a senior role after two crushing by-election defeats for the Conservative Party this week?

Conservative co-chair Oliver Dowden resigned following by-election losses to the Liberal Democrats in Tiverton and Honiton, and to Labour in Wakefield. In a letter to Boris Johnson, Dowden said Tories were “distressed and disappointed”.


Which city has been named the most “liveable” city in the world, according to a report compiled by The Economist?

The Austrian capital grabbed the top spot from Auckland, which sank to 34th place due to New Zealand’s pandemic restrictions. The report praised Vienna for its “stability and good infrastructure” as well as “good healthcare” and “culture”.


RMT union boss Mick Lynch landed himself in trouble with journalist Piers Morgan for having which children’s television character as his Facebook profile picture?

In an interview, Morgan suggested Lynch’s use of The Hood as his profile meant he aligned himself with an “evil, criminal, terrorist mastermind”. Lynch replied: “Don’t you want to talk about the issues rather than a little vinyl puppet?”


Nuclear power is to make up what percentage of the UK’s electricity sources by 2025, according to the government’s energy strategy?

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said that nuclear is “a reliable, safe and constant source of clean energy” – but not everyone agrees. Find out more about nuclear energy’s image problem in the latest episode of The Overview.


Consumer champion Martin Lewis revealed this week that his application for what role was rejected?

Speaking to the BBC, the founder of the Money Saving Expert website claimed it was because he had been “honest” about not having enough time to attend many sittings in the Lords.


How many grammar schools still exist in England, amid news that Downing Street is considering proposals to lift a Blair-era ban on new grammars?

The government is bringing its Schools Bill to the House of Commons later this year, with Graham Brady, chair of the 1922 Committee and a grammar school campaigner, planning to table an amendment that proposes lifting the ban.


Which country was recommended for EU candidacy alongside Ukraine this week?

The European Commission has boosted Ukraine’s hopes of joining the EU by recommending it as an official candidate for membership this week. It also recommended Moldova but said Georgia must pass reforms for its accession to be considered.


The governing body of which sport has introduced new rules that athletes who have undergone male puberty cannot compete in elite women’s categories?

Swimming’s world governing body Fina voted on the policy at a general congress at the World Championships in Budapest and 71% of the 152 national federations voted in favour.


Which company is being accused of turning off the AC in its stores to save money as its sales plummet?

Analysts accuse Bed Bath & Beyond of cutting air conditioning in an effort to quickly lower expenses to make up for a slump in sales, according to a new report from Bank of America.


Which popular US tourist attraction announced public tours will resume a full operating schedule after being suspended for two years due to Covid-19?

Public tours of the White House will resume a full operating schedule on July 19 for the first time since they were suspended in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.


Which meal kit service received hundreds of reports of illness following a recall of one of its products?

Daily Harvest said it received about 470 reports of illness linked to the company’s French Lentil and Leek Crumbles. Consumers reported becoming ill with mysterious symptoms, including extremely elevated liver enzymes. Some 28,000 units of the product were distributed in the US between April 28 and June 17, according to the company.


NASA made history this week after successfully completing its first launch from a commercial spaceport outside the US. Where did the launch occur?

NASA successfully launched a rocket from Australia’s remote Northern Territory. The rocket will observe star systems closest to Earth to determine whether any habitable planets exist there.


A Russian court this week ruled that WNBA star Brittney Griner will be detained for several additional months pending her trial outcome. How many months was her detention extended?

A Russian court extended Griner’s detention for at least six more months. Griner has been held in Russia since her arrest in February at a Moscow airport on allegations of attempted drug smuggling.


The CDC announced this week it has activated a new emergency operations center to respond to which virus outbreak?

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Which team won the 2022 NHL Stanley Cup Finals?

The Colorado Avalanche defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 in Game 6 on Sunday to win the team’s first Stanley Cup since 2001. It’s the team’s third Stanley Cup title overall.


According to a recent survey, what percentage of US adults disapprove of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade?

A new Monmouth University survey this week showed approximately 60% of US adults disapprove of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, with just 37% approving.


A massive, record-breaking reptile was recently caught in Florida, becoming the heaviest of its species to ever be captured in the state. Which animal was it?

A 215-pound, 18-foot-long Burmese python was captured in Florida. Conservationists said there was “collective disbelief” when they weighed the snake, which far surpassed the state’s previous record of 185 pounds.


Which two countries did NATO formally invite to join its alliance this week?

NATO formalized its invitation to Sweden and Finland to join its alliance Wednesday, a historic expansion that will pave the way for the bloc’s most consequential enlargement in decades.


The Colorado Avalanche won the Stanley Cup title after defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning. How many championships do the Avalanche have?


What breed of dog is Mr. Happy Face, the winner of this year's World's Ugliest Dog Contest?


Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson made history this week, becoming the first Black woman to sit on the Supreme Court. Whose seat is she filling?


The Supreme Court sided with Joe Kennedy, a high school football coach who:


About what percentage of people said they haven’t felt true happiness since early 2020, according to the Oracle Happiness Report?


Which two Pac-12 schools are in negotiations to leave the conference and join the Big Ten?


The Jan. 6 committee held an unexpected hearing this week, featuring testimony from Cassidy Hutchinson. She was a former special assistant to:


Which retailer lowered its gas prices to $3.99 a gallon through July 4 weekend to help drivers save money?


A man believed to be a former Nazi guard was convicted by a German court of being an accessory to 3,518 counts of murder. How old is he?


Which of these celebs was not invited to be an Oscar-voting member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences this week?


Old £20 and £50 notes are set to expire at the end of September, but who features on the new polymer £50 note?

According to the Bank of England, most paper banknotes have been replaced but there are still more than £6bn worth of paper £20s and £8bn worth of paper £50s in circulation. After 30 September, these will no longer be legal tender.


Who did Dominic Raab claim to wink at from across the dispatch box after appearing to make the facial expression to Angela Rayner while he was deputising for Boris Johnson at PMQs?

Sources close to Raab claimed he was not winking at Rayner, but  had directed an “approving wink” at Ian Murray, the shadow Scotland secretary, who had been “braying loudly” on the Labour front bench.


How much did the Royal Family cost UK taxpayers last year?

The Royal Family cost taxpayers £102.4m last year, reported the Daily Mirror. The Sovereign Grant Report showed that the renovation of Buckingham Palace helped to drive up the bill. Travel costs were also up – from £1.3m to £4.5m.


Which world leader did Boris Johnson accuse of being “a perfect example of toxic masculinity” this week?

The prime minister was speaking at a Nato summit in Madrid when he described the Russian invasion of Ukraine as a “crazy, macho war” and called for “more women in positions of power”.


How much has cancer campaigner and podcast host Deborah James, who has died aged 40, raised for cancer research through her Bowelbabe fund?

James had been receiving end-of-life care since revealing she had stopped treatment for her bowel cancer in May. Her family announced her death in a social media post, describing her as “the most amazing wife, daughter, sister, mummy”.


What piece of advice did the Pope have for mothers of adult sons this week?

Pope Francis added that mothers should instead encourage their sons to marry. Speaking at a service to mark the 10th World Meeting of Families, he told men not to “take the easy road” and return to their mothers in “moments of difficulty”.


Which Supreme Court ruling did President Joe Biden describe as “another devastating decision” this week?

A ruling restricting the Environmental Protection Agency’s power

A ruling that blocked employers from mandating vaccines

The Supreme Court has restricted the EPA’s ability to regulate global-warming emissions from US power plants. It comes days after it overturned the 50-year-old Roe vs Wade ruling.


Which former prime minister said this week that despite personally opposing Brexit, “it’s not going to be reversed any time soon”?

Speaking at a conference organised by his own think tank, the former Labour PM said: “However passionately I opposed Brexit, I understand we’ve done it.” He added he did not think it would be reversed “any time in this generation”.


Who joined Paul McCartney on stage during his headline slot at Glastonbury Festival?

The two megastars joined McCartney on stage to close out the festival on its 50th anniversary.


Which MP has been appointed by the Privileges Committee to lead the inquiry into whether Boris Johnson misled Parliament over parties in No. 10 during Covid-19 lockdowns?

Some Conservative MPs are angry that such an “overtly political” figure has been appointed, as Harman has twice been interim Labour leader. The committee chair, Chris Bryant, had already recused himself due to past criticism of Johnson.


Why did some cities across the western US cancel their Fourth of July fireworks displays this year?

Various cities canceled their fireworks displays this year to decrease the risk of accidental fires amid a widespread drought. An estimated 19,500 fires were started by fireworks in 2018, according to the National Fire Protection Association. And nearly 30% of the fires caused by fireworks are ignited on the Fourth of July.


Which iconic landmark is reportedly riddled with rust and badly in need of repairs?

The Eiffel Tower in Paris is reportedly in serious need of repairs. However, the iconic landmark is instead being given a paint job costing 60 million euros in preparation for the 2024 Olympics, Reuters reports, according to a confidential analysis cited by French magazine Marianne.


How many hot dogs did competitive eater Joey Chestnut devour to win the Nathan’s Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest this week?

The hot dog champ won the competition after eating an astounding 63 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes on Monday. Chestnut has won the long-running Independence Day contest seven consecutive times and in 15 of the last 16 years.


Activists around the world have been gluing themselves to historic works of art in a recent string of protests. What are they trying to call attention to?

Climate activists have disrupted major galleries by attaching themselves to famous artworks. A recent stunt involved a work by Vincent Van Gogh.


Which head of state announced his resignation this week?

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced his resignation and said he would continue to serve in the post until his party selects a new leader. Johnson has in recent months been engulfed in a series of scandals that forced even his most unwavering supporters to abandon him.


Which country is now “bankrupt,” according to a statement this week from its administration?

Sri Lanka is “bankrupt,” Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said on Tuesday, as the country suffers its worst financial crisis in decades, leaving millions in the South Asian nation struggling to buy food, medicine and fuel.


Which food chain launched a redesigned menu in roughly 21,000 of its restaurants?

Subway debuted a new menu on Tuesday, and it’s the most extensive makeover in the company’s nearly 60-year history.


Approximately 1 billion people had their personal data leaked in what could be one of the biggest breaches ever recorded in history. Where did the massive data leak occur?

Nearly 1 billion people in China had their personal data leaked, and their information has been online for more than a year.


Which virus is making officials at the World Health Organization reconsider whether they should declare a public health emergency?

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Jeremiah “Jerry” Harris, a lead personality on the Netflix show “Cheer,” was sentenced this week in a federal child pornography case. How many years was his sentence?

Harris, who is 22 years old, was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison, according to Assistant US Attorney Joseph Fitzpatrick.


Passengers on a Delta Air Lines flight reported that the company offered them how much money to give up their seat on an oversold flight?


Joey Chestnut won the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest for the 15th time in 16 years. How many franks did he scarf down?


NASA said it temporarily lost contact with Capstone. Where is the $32.7 million spacecraft headed?


Brad Pitt has says he has prosopagnosia, a condition that prevents people from:


Climate change activists glued themselves to which painting in an effort to protest new oil and gas projects?


Sotheby’s announced it was selling the 76-million-year-old skeleton of which dinosaur?


Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said the estimated cost to rebuild Ukraine after the war will be:


Which one of these people was not presented with the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Biden this week?


Ramesh “Sunny” Balwani was convicted on 12 fraud counts Thursday. Which company was he a top executive for?


Rafael Nadal withdrew from Wimbledon due to injury, paving the way for who to advance to the tournament’s final?


How many cabinet members, ministers and aides did Boris Johnson lose from his government before he decided to step down as leader of the Conservative Party?

Johnson’s premiership has suffered more ministerial resignations and at a faster rate than any other prime minister in modern history.


Which beloved series has been asked by the BBC to be “mindful” of how references to the British Empire are handled?

The BBC is asking would-be third-party producers of the show to carefully handle any references to the British Empire. In a document seen by The Times, the corporation said there was “reputational risk” in discussing colonial history.


Which senior Conservative MP was tipped by the Daily Mail as a possible “caretaker” prime minister if Johnson officially steps down from the role before a leadership election takes place?

A “well-placed” Tory source told the paper that Theresa May would be “‘uniquely placed’ to step in” as a caretaker prime minister as she is a sitting MP with more than three years of experience as PM under her belt.


What percentage of Lloyds customers have savings of less than £500, according to the bank’s chief executive?

Charlie Nunn said the lender saw customers with persistent debt problems increase by a third in the first six months of this year. But he added many customers are in a healthier financial position than they were before the pandemic.


A former prime minister of which nation was killed after being shot at a political campaigning event?

Shinzo Abe, Japan’s longest-serving prime minister, collapsed after he was shot at an event in Nara. He was taken to hospital after he was hit twice, but died a short time later.


Climate protesters from activist group Just Stop Oil glued their hands to which John Constable painting in the National Gallery?

It was part of a protest against plans to license new oil and gas projects in the UK. The Just Stop Oil activists also attached their own version of the painting, which was intended to represent “an apocalyptic vision of the future”.


Which small woodland creature could ruin government plans to plant 1.5 billion trees by 2050?

Wildlife groups predict that grey squirrels will be responsible for killing 225 million of those trees by stripping bark. The bill for lost timber and replacing dead or damaged trees could reach as high as £37m, according to campaigners.


Which tennis star pulled out of Wimbledon ahead of the semi-finals due to injury?

The 36-year-old Spaniard has withdrawn because of an abdominal problem. Nick Kyrgios, who Nadal beat in five sets on Wednesday, will automatically go through to this year’s men’s singles final.


What percentage of children in lone parent families now live in poverty, according to analysis by The Guardian?

Relative poverty, defined as having an income of less than 60% of the national median, rose for single parents by nine percentage points between 2013-14 and 2019-20 to reach 49%.


Which politician did Tory peer Ed Vaizey tell the BBC was a possible Conservative Party leadership contender because “he’s one of the few members of the cabinet who can do joined-up handwriting?”

As the party leadership contest gets underway, some say that Sunak’s early resignation on Tuesday evening – just nine minutes after former health secretary Sajid Javid’s – could stand him in good stead if he runs for the top job.


Which major change will soon be introduced to Netflix?

A cheaper version of Netflix with ads is coming — although the company says the option is still in its “early days.”


Nearly two-and-a-half years since the Covid-19 pandemic began, the most infectious and transmissible variant yet has arrived. What is it called?

The latest version of the shape-shifting BA.5 variant, an offshoot of Omicron, is fueling a global surge in cases. In the US, BA.5 accounted for 65% of new infections last week, according to the CDC.


Which island nation plunged into chaos in recent days, prompting its leader to flee?

The president of Sri Lanka has fled the nation amid an economic crisis and violent protests. Last weekend’s demonstrations were among the most shocking so far, with protesters swimming in the President’s private pool.


NASA released astonishing images from space this week. What did the images show?

After decades of waiting, the world was given a glimpse of the deepest and sharpest images of distant galaxy clusters taken by the James Webb Space Telescope.


Which is the world’s best airline, according to a new analysis from AirlineRankings.com?

Qatar Airways nabbed the top spot as the world’s best airline for the second year in a row. It was the world’s largest international airline to remain operating through the pandemic and posted a huge profit – the only major airline to do so, according to the rating agency.


Which show received the most nominations for the 2022 Emmy Awards?

“Succession” earned the most nominations of any show, earning a total of 25 nods, including one for outstanding drama. “Ted Lasso” led the comedy category, earning 20 nominations. The 74th Emmy Awards will be held on September 12.


Dozens of people were unaccounted for early Thursday after severe flooding in which state?

More than 40 people had been reported missing from a rural Virginia county as of Thursday morning, the Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office said, but all were found safe by mid-day. The flooding tore homes from their foundations and damaged roads and bridges.


Approximately how much has the Biden administration approved in security assistance for Ukraine since the beginning of Russia’s invasion?

The Biden administration has approved about $6 billion in military aid for Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has touted the successes of Western-donated “modern artillery” in his country’s fight against Russian forces.


Which movie is riding at the top of the US box office this week?

“Thor: Love and Thunder,” the latest film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, made an estimated $143 million domestically for its opening this weekend and is currently at the top of the box office.


Despite dropping slightly from recent record levels, how much have gas prices increased in the US over the past year?

Gas prices are up nearly 60% since June of 2021. This comes as US inflation hit a 40-year high last month, according to the government’s latest inflation report.


The first images from the James Webb Telescope were released, showing the deepest view of the cosmos captured. How much did the telescope cost?


After being criticized at a rally, Elon Musk said it was time for former President Donald Trump to do what?


True or false: An American tourist trying to take selfie was injured after falling into the crater of Mount Vesuvius?


Lea Michele officially joined the cast of Broadway’s revival of “Funny Girl.” Who is she replacing?


Which of these people is joining the Denver Broncos' incoming ownership group?


The nominees for the 2022 Primetime Emmys were announced this week. Which of these shows had the most nominations?


MLB announced this week the rosters for this year’s All-Star Game in Los Angeles. Which member of the hometown Dodgers is not an all-star?


For the first time in 20 years, the U.S. dollar is nearly equal to which currency in value?


The Washburn Fire threatened the Mariposa Grove, located in which national park?


Which of these former Conservative Party leadership candidates did not withdraw their bid after failing to secure enough nominations ahead of the first round of voting?

Javid, Shapps and Chishti all pulled out before Wednesday’s first-round vote, in which Hunt was knocked out – along with Nadhim Zahawi – after failing to secure the backing of 30 MPs.


Which Lionesses player scored a hat-trick on Monday night in a match that saw England thrash Norway 8-0?

“I just can’t put it into words,” Mead told the BBC. “I don’t think I even dreamed of this. I’m just so happy I got the goals to help the team.” The win put England into the quarter-finals.


Olympic gold medallist Mo Farah this week made public that he was trafficked from which African country to the UK when he was eight or nine years old?

In a BBC One documentary aired this week, Farah recounted that he and his brother were trafficked to the UK as children after being sent to live with an uncle in Djibouti for their safety.


Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa fled to which country this week as the nation saw public unrest and uprisings sparked by the ongoing economic crisis?

Rajapaksa travelled to the Maldives as demonstrators continued to stage protests across the country, leaving Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe as acting president.


Speed limits in built-up areas of which country will be reduced from 30mph to 20mph from next year after a controversial campaign won government backing?

Ministers in Wales have said lowering the speed limit will reduce the number of road collisions, but motorists have complained that the new law will increase congestion and journey times.


One of the first bills put to parliament by French President Emmanuel Macron was defeated this week after the three main opposition parties united to reject what proposal?

National Rally, La France Insoumise and Républicains voted down Macron’s proposal to reinstate vaccine passes. The Telegraph described the development as a “nightmare” for the president.


Leaked documents revealing the management practices of tech giant Uber between 2013 and 2017 were published this week. How many documents were leaked to the press?

The leaked documents revealed the extent of the company’s political lobbying and legal breaches during the period in which co-founder Travis Kalanick oversaw Uber’s global expansion.


Fans of which legendary musician will not be able to take photos or videos during concerts on their upcoming tour?

Bob Dylan fans will have their phones magnetically locked in pouches during his upcoming tour to stop footage being shot.


A woman has been detained after sending “threatening” letters to and stalking the family of which football star?

The barrister acting for the former England captain told Westminster Magistrates’ Court this week that the experience had made Victoria Beckham “anxious about her safety”.


The first images from the James Webb telescope were shared by Nasa this week. How long is it expected to operate in space?

The world’s most advanced telescope is expected to operate for at least ten years, but its predecessor, the Hubble Space Telescope, is still operational after 32 years in orbit.


Which high-ranking US official tested positive for Covid-19 this week?

President Joe Biden tested positive for Covid-19 and is experiencing “mild symptoms,” White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Thursday.


Which type of extreme weather swept through several European countries this week, including the UK, Spain, and France?

Europe has been sweltering in extreme heat this week, with raging wildfires in France and Spain forcing thousands of evacuations. The UK also saw its third-hottest day on record on Monday.


What special announcement did celebrity couple Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck make this week?

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have officially tied the knot. Lopez confirmed in the couple wed during an “intimate ceremony in Las Vegas.”


Which product remains difficult to find in many US stores due to a nationwide shortage?

Despite dozens of international flights loaded with baby formula that have already come into the US, experts say the product hasn’t been replenished in stores.


San Francisco officials opened a massive park this week in which unusual location?

Since space is a hot commodity in San Francisco, developers used the top of a busy freeway tunnel to create a 14-acre urban oasis.


Which state has the highest average price for a gallon of regular gas?

While gasoline prices are decreasing in some areas, all 50 states still have an average price of more than $4 a gallon, with California at the highest at around $5.80.


US first lady Jill Biden met with the first lady of which country this week?

Ukraine’s first lady, Olena Zelenska, met with Jill Biden at the White House this week as part of her high-profile trip to the US. Biden and Zelenska first met in person in May when Biden made a stealth trip to Ukraine.


Which company’s stock became substantially cheaper for everyday investors after a massive 20-for-1 stock split this week?

One share of Google’s parent company Alphabet is suddenly a lot more affordable following a huge stock split that took effect Monday. The split reduced the price of one share from just over $2,200 to about $110.


How many minutes did then-President Donald Trump let violence play out at the US Capitol during the insurrection on January 6, 2021?

For 187 minutes, Trump failed to make any effort to tell the rioters to leave the Capitol or to try to help lawmakers, according to the House select committee investigating the insurrection. The committee is trying to make the case that Trump was derelict in his duties during that period of a little more than three hours.


Which menu item did KFC roll out this week to attract a younger crowd?

Kentucky Fried Chicken is offering nuggets in some restaurants to “target younger customers, like Gen Z and Millennials,” according to a KFC company spokesman. Earlier this year, the chicken chain also offered a plant-based chicken nugget alternative for a limited time.


MLB held its annual All-Star Game on Tuesday. Who was the game’s MVP?


Scientists this week placed which insect on the endangered list?


A school district based in which city will require students to use clear or mesh backpacks?


Netflix says it lost how many subscribers in the three months ending June 30?


Devon Allen was disqualified in the 100-meter hurdles finals at the championships after leaping out of the blocks too quickly by:


Author Delia Owens is wanted for questioning in a decades-old murder in Zambia. What's the title of her best-selling novel?


Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck tied the knot over the weekend, nearly 20 years after breaking their first engagement. Where did the couple meet?


The United Kingdom broke its record for highest recorded temperature during a scorching heat wave this week. What was the new high mark?


A protest at the Supreme Court resulted in the arrest of 35 people, including 17 members of Congress. What were they protesting for?


True or false: A case of polio was reported in the US this week for the first time since 1979, when the disease was declared eliminated.


As temperatures in the UK hit record highs this week, where was the hottest temperature of 40.3C recorded?

Coningsby reached 40.3C at approximately 4pm on Tuesday, beating the previous record of 38.7C at Cambridge Botanic Garden in 2019.


Which two candidates are in the final ballot to become the next Conservative Party leader and prime minister?

Sunak and Truss face a summer of campaigning before the winner is announced on 5 September. The latest polling of Conservative Party members found 62% back Truss and 38% favour Sunak.


The prime minister of which European nation stepped down this week?

Mario Draghi won a confidence vote on Wednesday, but three of his coalition partners did not take part. He quit, triggering the dissolution of parliament and forcing President Sergio Mattarella to call an election.


What social media platform is the fastest growing news source for UK adults, according to a survey by Ofcom?

TikTok is used by 7% of adults for news, according to the survey, with nearly half of users getting their news from fellow TikTokers rather than traditional media outlets.


According to the National Fire Chiefs Council, how many wildfires have there been in England and Wales since the start of the year?

The number so far this year is double that of the whole of 2021, which saw 247 wildfires, and there were 200 the year before that, according to the NFCC.


Texas State University is running a course on which British pop star?

The university will run a course entitled “Harry Styles and the cult of celebrity: identity, the internet, and European pop culture”. The Telegraph noted that US colleges have previously offered courses on Lady Gaga and Beyoncé.


The Football Association is to trial a ban on which commonly used skill in under-12s matches?

Described as a “landmark” trial by The Telegraph, England will become the first European country to ban heading in young children’s football due to fears over the link between head impacts and neurological diseases.


Which country confirmed its first ever cases of Marburg virus this week, a highly infectious disease similar to Ebola?

Two people who tested positive for the illness in Ghana died earlier this month. Medical staff in Ghana said 98 people are now under quarantine as suspected contact cases, but none has developed symptoms so far.


Which UK supermarket launched its Christmas campaign in the middle of July?

Tesco released a Christmas advert in midsummer to try to help its customers spread the cost of the festive season as food prices rise sharply. Clubcard members can now save  vouchers and be sent them in November.


By what percentage will council tax bills rise in Wales for second homes, under new plans to control the number of holiday homes and lets in the country?

The Welsh government has given councils powers to “set a ceiling” on second home numbers. Second homes are blamed for property value inflation that has priced out locals in holiday hotspots.


Which major US retailer announced this week it is slashing prices on clothing and other products?

Walmart is cutting prices and marking down products because the company has too many items sitting on store shelves. This comes as many shoppers have pulled back on discretionary spending as the highest inflation in four decades pinches their pocketbooks.


A raging wildfire this week forced thousands of people to evacuate communities near which national park?

California’s Oak Fire has burned thousands of acres near Yosemite National Park, destroying dozens of structures and forcing evacuations of rural communities.


After a yearslong pandemic pause, the Biden administration is deciding whether to extend the student loan payment pause for millions of Americans. When are loan payments set to restart?

There are about five weeks to go before federal student loan payments are set to restart. However, borrowers may soon learn of an extension if the Biden administration acts similarly to the last time it extended a payment pause.


Which airline announced a deal this week to buy Spirit Airlines?

JetBlue Airways on Thursday announced it would purchase Spirit Airlines, a combination that would create the nation’s fifth-largest airline. The announcement comes a day after Spirit pulled the plug on a deal to merge with Frontier.


Which popular singer will launch a Las Vegas residency later this year?

After postponing her concert residency due to Covid-19, Grammy winner Adele is returning to Las Vegas. Her 32 shows will take place at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.


According to a new poll, what percentage of Americans feel that former President Donald Trump acted unethically in trying to hold on to his office after the 2020 election?

According to a CNN poll conducted by SSRS, 79% of Americans feel Trump acted unethically.


Which country was shaken by a 7.0-magnitude earthquake this week?

A powerful earthquake struck the Philippines on Wednesday, killing at least five people and injuring more than 130 others, according to authorities in the Southeast Asian country.


After more than 60 years, which popular beverage is getting a new bottle design?

Sprite will no longer be sold in green bottles, the company said this week. It’s changing the packaging from green to clear plastic beginning August 1 as part of broader efforts to become more environmentally responsible.


The Biden administration announced this week it would be directing more than $400 million in loans and grants to support what in rural communities in the US?

More than $400 million in loans and grants will support high-speed internet projects for rural communities, the Biden administration announced. The funding is expected to reach about 31,000 families and businesses across 11 states.


A volcano eruption in which country recently prompted a Level 5 alert – the highest level – calling for people to evacuate.

Japan’s Sakurajima volcano, located on the island of Kyushu, erupted on Sunday and prompted evacuations in the region. There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.


After nobody won the Mega Millions lottery jackpot Tuesday, the top prize amount ballooned to:


Which member of Congress attended their gay son’s wedding days after voting against a House bill to protect same-sex marriage?


Former President Barack Obama released his Summer Playlist this week. Which artist has a song included in this list?


A 1,850-year-old zodiac coin was found off of Israel’s coast. What sign did it bear?


What creature, bloated and distorted from being submerged in water, is pictured above, according to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources?


California's largest wildfire this year, the Oak Fire, grew in size this week, burning over 19,000 acres. What national park does it threaten?


A young walrus named Freya has been spotted wreaking havoc off Europe's coast this summer. What mischief is she accused of?


True or false: It is not possible for humans to catch the monkeypox virus from monkeys.

The disease was first identified in a monkey, hence the name, but humans don't catch it from monkeys, and the World Health Organization is trying to change the name to avoid confusion. Ropoe squirrels in parts of central and western Africa have been identified as a carrier of monkeypox, passing the infection to people who hunt or eat them.


Beyoncé's highly-anticipated album "RENAISSANCE" was released this week. What year was her previous solo project, "Lemonade," released?


Actor Tony Dow died this week at 77. He was best known for his role on which iconic TV show?


The broadcast of Tuesday’s Conservative leadership debate was cut short when what happened?

Journalist Kate McCann said she was “a little embarrassed, a little bruised” but “totally fine” after fainting during the debate.


Head coach of England’s women’s football squad Sarina Wiegman previously led which national team to victory at the Uefa Women’s Euro 2017?

Wiegman led her native Netherlands to victory in 2017, beating Denmark 4-2 on home turf.


Keir Starmer faced fierce criticism from trade unions this week after he sacked which Labour frontbencher?

The MP for Ilford South was sacked hours after he joined striking rail workers on the picket line. Tarry said he was “proud to stand” with the workers.


Convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell has been moved to a low-security prison to serve her sentence. How long is she facing in prison?

The former socialite has been moved to Federal Correctional Institution Tallahassee, Florida. The all-female prison offers yoga classes and baking.


A new study from the Institute for Fiscal Studies estimates that long Covid is costing the UK how much in lost earnings per year?

The IFS estimates that roughly 110,000 people are missing work at any one time due to suffering with long Covid.


France will order shops to do what in an effort to help cut energy waste?

Shopkeepers could be fined hundreds of euros for not closing doors when using air conditioning or failing to limit the use of neon lighting in a bid to cut energy consumption.


A volcano erupted on which Japanese island on Sunday, leading to evacuations in the local area?

The volcano erupted just after 8pm local time, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency, throwing ash and rocks into the sky.


A survey has found that what percentage of women in Britain do no vigorous weekly exercise?

Of the 8,000 adults questioned for the Healthier Nation Index,just under 50% of women said that they didn’t do exercise like jogging, gym classes or team sports on a weekly basis.


This week the world’s richest man, Elon Musk, denied that he had an alleged affair with who?

Musk tweeted that allegations he had an affair with Nicole Shanahan, wife of Google co-founder Sergey Brin, were “total BS”.


Which influential siblings shared social media posts this week criticising recent Instagram updates that they said are trying to make the platform more like TikTok?

The mega-influencers of Keeping up with the Kardashians fame were among the users who were calling on the platform’s chief, Adam Mosseri, to “Make Instagram Instagram again”.


House Speaker Nancy Pelosi made a controversial visit to which area this week, angering a nearby world power?

Pelosi was hosted by Taiwan as part of a congressional tour of Asia. The acknowledgment of Taiwan as a political friend of the US angered China, which retaliated with military drills and trade restrictions targeted at the self-governing island.


Primary voters in which state struck down a proposed amendment to the state’s constitution that would have outlawed abortion?

Kansans voted overwhelmingly to reject a measure that would have allowed lawmakers to outlaw abortion in the state, sending a strong message to other state legislations and midterm contenders that abortion could be a potent issue in November.


Far-right pundit Alex Jones was in court this week for hearings regarding one of several lawsuits that have been brought against him in recent years. Which topic is at the center of the lawsuits?

The financial dealings of his company, Free Speech Systems

His presence on social media and Youtube

Jones has been sued by several Sandy Hook parents for his persistent peddling of dangerous conspiracy theories about the tragedy. This week’s hearings were intended to decide how much Jones owes two of the parents in damages. During the process, the judge and opposing attorneys revealed several lies Jones had told the court.


President Joe Biden announced this week that a US drone strike had killed the world’s most wanted terrorist, who was associated with which group?

The US killed al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri in a drone strike. Zawahiri was the world’s most wanted terrorist and one of the masterminds of the 9/11 terror attacks.


Baseball broadcasting legend Vin Scully died this week at the age of 94. Which team did he famously call games for during his long and remarkable career?

Scully was the voice of the Los Angeles Dodgers for more than six decades.


We also lost “Star Trek” actress Nichelle Nichols, who passed away at the age of 89. Which iconic role did she bring to life?

Nichols portrayed communications officer Lt. Nyota Uhura in the original “Star Trek” TV series and many of its film offshoots. When “Star Trek” began in 1966, Nichols was a television rarity: a Black woman in a notable role on a prime-time television series.


US household debt passed which massive figure this week, according to the New York Federal Reserve?

The record-breaking $16 trillion figure could be due to people taking on more credit card debt to deal with rising costs and inflation, the NY Fed said.


Taco Bell has brought back which much-loved menu item after its initial return was hampered by high demand and product shortages?

The Mexican Pizza will be back on the menu permanently in September, Taco Bell said, after its initial reintroduction was cut short due to overwhelming demand.


The sports world is in turmoil after NFL quarterback Deshaun Watson was suspended just six games for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy in private meetings with massage therapists. Which team does Watson play for?

The NFL’s top brass is considering appealing Watson’s punishment in hopes of a harsher one. The Cleveland Browns player was at the center of 24 different lawsuits, 23 of which have been settled confidentially.


Though still painfully high, US gas prices have been falling now for more than 50 days. What was the record high average price for a gallon of gas, set in the middle of June?

Gas prices are down from the record average high of $5.02 hit on June 14.


Several notable MLB players joined new teams prior to this season’s trade deadline. Which of these players wasn’t traded this week?


In which state was the $1.3 billion Mega Millions lottery ticket purchased?


Officials say a fire that burned up 60 acres in Springville, Utah, was started by a man who was trying to:


Trailblazing actor Nichelle Nichols died Sunday. Which “Star Trek” character did she portray in the 1960s TV series?


Warner Bros. reportedly axed the $90 million “Batgirl” movie planned for HBO Max because the studio felt:

It didn’t merit a streaming or theatrical debut


Which state's voters protected the right to abortion in the first post-Roe test vote since the Supreme Court overturned the landmark decision?


WNBA star and two-time Olympic gold medalist Brittney Griner was sentenced to how many years in a Russian prison on drug charges?


During conspiracy theorist Alex Jones' defamation trial this week, it was revealed his legal team inadvertently sent opposing lawyers:


With cases on the rise across the globe, the United States declared a public health emergency for what virus?


Despite China's warnings and concern in the Biden administration, where did House Speaker Nancy Pelosi travel as part of her tour of Asia?


Australian soap Neighbours came to a close after how many years on TV?

Three million UK viewers tuned in to watch the final episode, which featured cameos by former cast members including Kylie Minogue, Guy Pearce and Margot Robbie.


Football club Southend United scored a branding own goal by inadvertently naming one of its stands after which serial killer?

Club bosses rebranded the West Stand at their Roots Hall ground as the Gilbert & Rose West Stand after securing sponsorship from local estate agents Gilbert & Rose. The club has now said it is considering a "different arrangement of words".


Tensions are flaring in Kosovo amid street protests against new rules requiring ethnic Serb residents to do what?

Stop speaking Serbian in official settings

Declare loyalty to the Albanian-led government

Following violent street clashes, Kosovo’s government has delayed the introduction of rules requiring motorists in majority ethnic-Serb areas to swap their Serbian-issued car number plates for Kosovan-issued versions.


What is the name of the former Olympic gymnast rumoured to be Vladimir Putin’s girlfriend who has been sanctioned by the US?

The US Treasury Department said Kabaeva had "a close relationship" with Putin and was targeted "for having been a leader, official, senior executive officer, or member of the board of directors of the Government of the Russian Federation".


The Bank of England has raised its interest rate to the highest level in how many years?

The central bank has raised its interest rate from 1.25% to 1.75% in an attempt to tackle soaring inflation. The decision to increase rates by half a percentage point is now its sixth interest rate hike in a row.


Warner Bros. Discovery has shelved a film starring which favourite superhero protagonist?

Warner Bros. Discovery is shelving its upcoming $90m Batgirl movie. The film was close to completion and in the process of going through test screenings when it was cancelled.


Which member of the England squad scored the winning goal in the Euro 2022 final against Germany?

Chloe Kelly’s extra-time goal gave the Lionesses a 2-1 victory over Germany at Wembley.


Which hit TV show is set to return to our screens next year after a hiatus of almost five years?

The reality TV show is set to return to screens next year after it was axed in 2018.


The number of flying insects in Britain has plunged by what percentage since 2004?

The findings, jointly published by charities Buglife and Kent Wildlife Trust, added to an “emerging narrative of severe decline” in insect populations, and built on an idea that “things were better in the past".


A trigger warning will be added to which centuries-old text before students study it at the University of Aberdeen?

Students are being warned that they will be exposed to black magic, monsters, death and blood while reading Beowulf as part of the institution’s module, Lost Gods and Hidden Monsters of the Celtic and Germanic Middle Ages.


Grocery prices in the US increased by more than 13% on average over the last 12 months, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Which item showed one of the largest price spikes?

The cost of eggs jumped 38% over the last 12 months. Prices for other goods have also increased: Flour is up 22.7%, chicken 17.6%, milk 15.6%, ground beef 9.7% and bacon 9.2%. Fruits and vegetables got 9.3% more expensive.


The FBI executed a search warrant at former President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate as part of an investigation into the handling of presidential documents. Where is Mar-a-Lago located?

Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida, was searched by FBI agents on Monday. The FBI’s search included examining where documents were kept, according to a person familiar with the investigation.


A jersey worn by basketball legend Michael Jordan during one of the most famous seasons in his NBA career is headed to auction. How much do experts expect it will fetch?

Michael Jordan’s Chicago Bulls jersey worn in Game 1 of the 1998 NBA Finals is expected to reach up to $5 million at auction, according to Sotheby’s.


The governor of Texas began sending buses carrying migrants to Washington, DC, earlier this year as an affront to the Biden administration’s immigration policies. Which additional city did he recently designate as a drop-off location?

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has designated New York as a drop-off location for migrants as part of his “response to the Biden administration’s open border policies overwhelming Texas communities,” the governor’s office said in a statement.


Hollywood icons joined fans worldwide this week to mourn the loss of singer and actress Olivia Newton-John. Which blockbuster movie catapulted her to superstardom?

Olivia Newton-John was one of the biggest pop stars of the ‘70s and charmed generations of viewers in the movie “Grease.”


Supermarkets in France are struggling to stock which condiment, sparking outrage across the country.

France’s most famous condiment – mustard – is running out, and there is no sign of its return to the shelves.


Which automaker is offering to buy back one of their electric SUV models from hundreds of vehicle owners after issuing a warning that its wheels could fall off?

Toyota is offering to buy back its BZ4X electric SUV model from owners due to a severe problem: the wheels could fall off while driving even after just a short time on the road.


Approximately how many positive monkeypox cases are in the United States as of this week?

There are more than 10,000 monkeypox cases in the US, according to the CDC. The latest data shows the highest number of cases are in New York and California.


NFL owners this week unanimously approved the sale of which football team?

NFL owners approved the sale of the Denver Broncos to the Walton-Penner family.


Which country declared victory against the Covid-19 pandemic this week?

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un declared victory against Covid-19 and ordered a lifting of maximum anti-epidemic measures that were imposed in May, state media said. However, global health officials are highly skeptical of the claim because the authoritarian country has not revealed how many confirmed infections of the virus it has found and has not reported any new suspected cases since July 29.


Legendary tennis player Serena Williams announced she will likely be retiring after the U.S. Open. How many grand slams has she won?


Iconic performer Olivia Newton-John died this week at age 73. She appeared in all these films except:


Pfizer and Valneva are launching a clinical trial of an experimental vaccine that would be the only to prevent which disease?


A homebuyer purchasing a single-family house in Nevada received 86 extra lots because:


Boston Red Sox pitcher Chris Sale will miss the rest of the 2022 after fracturing his wrist in:


Several 1980s classic General Mills cereals will be coming back to stores soon. Which of these is not one of the cereals returning to shelves?


For the first time in five months, the national average gas price in the US fell below what price?


True or false: The FTC fined a Utah company for removing “Made in China” tags, replacing them with fake “Made in the USA” labels.


The FBI executed a search warrant this week at which property owned by former President Donald Trump?


Which supercar maker this week announced a recall of 23,000 cars – nearly every car it has made since 2005 – over brake fluid leaks?


What little-known hobby has been in the news after enjoying a surge in popularity over the summer?

Thousands of people have been following the flights of celebrities and politicians on online tracking site Flightradar24. Some 708,000 watched US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s controversial flight to Taiwan.


Which well-known pizza chain has been forced to pull out of Italy after it failed to win over customers?

The US chain said it will close its restaurants in Italy after seven years of trying to convince Italians to try its American-style pizza.


Which 23-time grand slam tennis champion is set to retire after the US Open?

Announcing her retirement in Vogue this month, Serena wrote: “Maybe the best word to describe what I’m up to is evolution. I’m here to tell you that I’m evolving away from tennis, toward other things that are important to me.”


Which Labour Party figure has been making headlines over his calls for the government to temporarily nationalise energy companies?

Writing for The Guardian, Brown has called for the energy price cap to be cancelled and for the government to negotiate new lower prices with energy companies.


Estonia and Finland have called on the EU to stop issuing visas for tourists from which nation?

Estonia and Finland have called on the EU to stop issuing tourist visas to Russians. Helsinki says Russians are entering the country and then using its airports to fly elsewhere in the bloc.


In neighbourhoods that have suffered at least one theft in the past three years in England and Wales, what percentage had not a single case solved, according to police data?

Victims’ watchdogs said the “shocking” data collected as part of an investigation by The Telegraph showed that theft from the person had been “effectively decriminalised”.


What percentage of babies in the UK were born out of wedlock last year?

The number accounts for 51.3% of live births in England and Wales. It means more babies were born out of wedlock for the first time since records began, according to the Office for National Statistics.


Olivia Newton-John, who died this week aged 73, was beaten in the Eurovision Song Contest by which act?

The award-winning actor, singer and activist died following a long battle with breast cancer. She starred alongside John Travolta in the hit 1978 musical Grease.


Which London borough is the cheapest to rent in?

Kensington & Chelsea is the most expensive borough to rent a two-bed home, while Havering in east London is the cheapest. Rental prices in London have undergone their largest annual rise in over 20 years.


Author-illustrator Raymond Briggs, who died this week, was most celebrated for which children’s book?

The Snowman has sold more than 5.5m copies around the world since its publication in 1978. Briggs also created popular children’s books Father Christmas and Fungus the Bogeyman.


NASA is scheduled to launch a historic mission this month that will go beyond the moon and return to Earth. What is the mission called?

NASA’s Artemis 1 mega rocket will soon lift off on a journey around the moon. The Artemis team is targeting the launch for August 29.


Which major holiday did India celebrate this week?

India’s 75th Independence Day was celebrated on August 15. Since gaining independence, India has built one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, and according to the United Nations, its population will soon surpass China’s as the world’s largest.


The GOP’s most outspoken critic of former President Donald Trump was booted from her House seat this week. What is her name?

Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming lost her primary race on Tuesday. She and nine other House Republicans voted to impeach former President Donald Trump shortly after the January 6, 2021, insurrection at the US Capitol.


Which airline is slashing 31,000 flights during November?

American Airlines is cutting 31,000 flights from its November schedule, according to data from Cirium, an aviation analytics company. Airlines have been struggling with flight cancellations and delays this summer as they face staffing shortages, severe weather and air traffic control delays.


Approximately how many baby swings and rockers were recalled this week due to reports of infant injuries?

4moms, which manufactures products for young children, recalled more than two million baby swings and rockers due to reports of entanglement incidents.


The White House said there will soon be a new type of Covid-19 vaccine specifically designed to protect against the Omicron BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants. When will it be available?

If the updated shots meet FDA standards, they will likely be available in early to mid-September, the White House said in a statement.


After agreeing to a two-year contract extension this week, which professional basketball player became the NBA’s highest paid player ever?

NBA superstar LeBron James inked a massive deal this week, bringing the 37-year-old to $532 million in guaranteed career earnings. This makes him the highest-paid player in terms of salary in the league’s history.


The federal government is implementing new mandatory water cuts for which region of the US?

The Southwest US is facing mandatory water cuts due to an extraordinary drought that is drying up the Colorado River and draining the nation’s largest reservoirs – Lake Mead and Lake Powell.


In response to Russia’s dwindling population, President Vladimir Putin this week said he would reward women in the country with a large sum of money if they give birth to how many children?

Russian President Vladimir Putin this week revived a Soviet-era “Mother Heroine” award for women with more than 10 children. The award is a payment of 1 million rubles ($16,500) for Russian mothers once their 10th child turns 1.


A processed cheese product is seeing a boost in popularity right now. Which product is it?

Velveeta – the processed cheese that food snobs love to hate – is making a big comeback with some splashy marketing moves. The company has even introduced cheese-scented nail polish and pricey Velveeta martinis.


Drake now has the most songs on the top five hits in Billboard Hot 100 history, breaking a record set by:


Elon Musk made waves by jokingly tweeting that he would buy which sports team?


Genetic engineering company Colossal is looking to resurrect which extinct species?


This week, President Joe Biden signed a sweeping $739 billion climate and health care spending legislation into law. What is the measure called?


Which national park announced this week that it will be charging a new parking fee?


AMC drama "Better Call Saul" aired its series finale this week after 6 award-winning seasons. What series is it a spin-off of?


The Big Ten signed a seven-year media rights deal, reportedly worth $1 billion per year, with which network?


Actress Anne Heche died after being in a coma for more than a week as a result of a car crash. What soap opera was her breakthrough role?


A diner on vacation in Delaware discovered a rare treasure in an appetizer. What was it?


Rudy Giuliani appeared before a special grand jury investigating interference in the 2020 election this week. Where is the inquiry taking place?


Following the attack on Salman Rushdie last week, which fellow author did J. K. Rowling get in a Twitter row with?

Harris admitted she “got the tone wrong” on a Twitter poll in which she asked whether other authors had ever received a death threat. Rowling has received many.


What was Liz Truss caught saying in a leaked audio recording that was made public by The Guardian this week?

She didn’t think she could beat Rishi Sunak to become Tory party leader

She regretted previously being a member of the Liberal Democrats

In the recording, captured while Truss was chief secretary to the Treasury, she suggested that British workers lacked the “skill and application” of foreign nationals.


Who did the Academy Awards apologise to this week?

The Oscars organisers apologised to the Native American activist, who was heckled at the awards in 1973 while on stage on behalf of Best Actor winner Marlon Brando.


Liz Cheney lost her seat in Congress this week after voters in Wyoming elected which Trump-backed Republican in the primary elections?

Cheney has been the representative for Wyoming since 2017, but lost the vote to a relative political newcomer, Harriet Hageman.


Which comedian’s Edinburgh Fringe show was cancelled this week due to an ‘unprecedented’ number of audience complaints?

The Guardian reported that 30 to 40 people walked out of Sadowitz’s opening show, which featured “racism, sexism, homophobia and misogyny”.


This week marked the first anniversary of the Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan. How many people evacuated the country in August last year?

US troops evacuated 113,500 people from the capital Kabul, while the UK evacuated 15,000 British nationals and Afghans.


Beachgoers in Britain were warned against swimming in the sea this week after what happened?

A shark was spotted along the Cornish coastline

Water companies dumped sewage in the sea

Surfers Against Sewage identified around 50 unsafe swimming locations which had seen sewage dumped nearby as sewer systems were overwhelmed by rainfall.


What might become compulsory for cyclists under rumoured new laws?

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps is calling for a review of road rules for cyclists that could make it easier for police to identify riders of two-wheeled vehicles.


What type of aircraft, ordered this week by American Airlines, will reduce transatlantic flights to 3hr 30min?

American Airlines bet on ultra-fast transport this week by placing an order for 20 supersonic Overture jets. It’s expected that its first passengers will board in 2029.


A castaway on a desert island survived for five days on a diet of which three items?

Brazilian man Nelson Nedy was rescued after a jet skier noticed him waving his T-shirt in the air on Palmas island near Rio de Janeiro.


Due to the rising cost of living in the US, a growing number of people are fleeing their expensive cities in search of cheaper rent and a better quality of life abroad. Where are many Americans moving?

Mexico City has become a “work from home” haven for US expats, but locals say this is pricing them out.


What ancient find was uncovered in a Texas riverbed this week?

Dinosaur tracks from 113 million years ago were uncovered due to severe drought conditions at Dinosaur Valley State Park.


Which country debuted the world’s first hydrogen-powered passenger trains this week?

Germany launched emissions-free hydrogen passenger trains, with only steam and water issuing from the exhaust.


A British-Belgian teenager became the youngest person to fly around the world solo in a small aircraft. How old is he?

Seventeen-year-old Mack Rutherford set a world record Wednesday after landing in the Bulgarian capital of Sofia, where his journey began on March 23. He was just 15 when he received his pilot’s license.


Which member of the Biden administration tested positive for Covid-19 for the second time this month?

First lady Dr. Jill Biden tested positive for a rebound case of Covid-19 on Wednesday. Biden first tested positive on August 15 while vacationing in Kiawah Island, South Carolina.


Apple is expected to unveil a new generation of which popular product early next month?

Apple is expected to unveil the new iPhone 14 lineup at an event on September 7.


President Biden on Wednesday announced new student loan relief for millions of borrowers in the US. How much loan forgiveness will some eligible borrowers receive?

Individual borrowers who make less than $125,000 yearly and married couples or heads of households who make less than $250,000 yearly and also received a Pell grant as an undergraduate student will have up to $20,000 of their student loan debt forgiven.


Rents in the US recently hit a record high for the 17th month in a row. Which of the following US cities saw the biggest increase compared to a year ago?

Miami, where rents were up more than 26% from a year ago, saw the biggest increase among the 50 largest US cities for the 10th-straight month. Miami was followed by New York, Boston, Chicago, and Orlando, according to the latest market data.


Why were some Kia and Hyundai SUVs recalled this week?

Thousands of Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride vehicles made between 2020 and 2022 were recalled due to fire risks. Owners of these models should park their vehicles outside and away from homes until their cars are repaired, the US Department of Transportation said on Tuesday.


Which highly anticipated show brought in a whopping 10 million viewers for its first episode this week?

HBO’s “House of the Dragon” – the “Game of Thrones” prequel – brought in roughly 10 million viewers for its first episode. It is the “largest audience for any new original series in the history of HBO,” according to the network. HBO, like CNN, is part of Warner Bros. Discovery.


HBO’s “House of the Dragon” was the network’s most watched series premiere ever, drawing nearly how many viewers?


Which MLB team’s owner announced this week that they have "initiated a formal process" that could result in selling the franchise?


NASA shared new James Webb Telescope images that show remarkable details of which planet?


According to an AccuWeather meteorologist, which airport set its new record for hourly rainfall overnight this week?


In his new series “The End is Nye,” Bill Nye said which movie “is so painfully close to what's happening right now”?


President Joe Biden announced a plan to wipe at least $10k in debt for millions of borrowers. What type of loans will be forgiven?


A teenager spent his summer making history: He became the youngest pilot to fly solo around the world. How old is Mack Rutherford?


Which tennis star announced that they won’t play at this year’s US Open?


As a last resort option, a Missouri school district approved a policy this summer to reinstate:


Dozens of people were killed in a Russian rocket strike on Ukraine's Independence Day this week. The countries have been at war for how long?


Which of the following investors has not been linked to a potential takeover of Manchester United amid protests by fans against current owners the Glazer family?

Former Goldman Sachs executive Jim O’Neill

Around 10,000 Man Utd fans joined a march on Old Trafford this week to protest against the Florida-based Glazer family, who have saddled the club with huge debt


Student nurse Owami Davies was found after a seven-week search by Metropolitan Police during which officers received how many reported sightings?

Police said 24-year-old Davies appeared to be in ‘good health’ and was in ‘a place of safety’ after being found in Hampshire following a tip-off from a member of the public


Who was the star guest on the first episode of Meghan Markle’s newly launched Spotify podcast Archetypes?

Prince Harry also made a surprise cameo on the poorly reviewed debut episode, which focused on societal attitudes to female ambition


Criminal barristers protesting against cuts to pay and legal aid have voted to strike indefinitely from when?

The walkout is timed to coincide with the announcement of the new Tory leader and will result in the majority of crown court trials being adjourned in England and Wales


Which social media platform was the No.1 non-gaming app in the US Apple App Store this week after overtaking rivals including Facebook and Instagram?

The simultaneous photo-sharing app is designed to offer authentic snapshots of users’ daily lives and has been taking Gen Z by storm


China has announced plans to save drought-ravaged grain harvests by generating rain through a controversial technique called what?

The  weather modification technique involves spraying chemicals into clouds to induce rainfall. Beijing did not offer details about where and exactly how this might be done


Ukrainians this week celebrated Independence Day, which marks the date that the country officially split from the Soviet Union in which year?

Large-scale Independence Day celebrations were banned this year amid fears of further attacks by invading Russia forces. Instead, captured Russian military vehicles and tanks were paraded through Kyiv


Who has veteran broadcaster Emily Maitlis described as an ‘active Tory party agent’ at the BBC?

In a speech at the Edinburgh TV Festival, former Newsnight presenter Maitlis said BBC board member Gibb, who was Theresa May’s director of communications, was shaping the broadcaster’s output by acting as ‘the arbiter of BBC impartiality’


Elton John has collaborated with which US popstar on his new single, Hold Me Closer?

The song marks Spears’ return to music after winning her legal battle to be freed from her controversial conservatorship


This week’s GCSE results day revealed that pass grades have fallen from 79% last year to how much?

Although the pass rate fell from 2021, this year’s rate is up from 70% in 2019, when secondary school students in the UK last sat formal exams