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  1. 1 Politics & Policy How long did Katie Zacharia serve as White House press secretary before leaving the role?

    • A One month
    • B Two weeks
    • C Five days
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    ✓ Answer: C. Five days

    Why: Katie Zacharia was removed from her role as White House press secretary after just five days on the job, having started on Monday.

    Source: CBS News, “Katie Zacharia out as White House press secretary after first week” · published

  2. 2 Technology What major announcement did Elon Musk make about a Tesla vehicle at SpaceX in Texas?

    • A A fully autonomous truck model
    • B A submarine-capable vehicle
    • C The new Roadster uses air thrusters for flight
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    ✓ Answer: C. The new Roadster uses air thrusters for flight

    Why: Elon Musk unveiled Tesla's new Roadster equipped with high-pressure air tanks and thrusters that allow it to leave the road entirely, which he called a 'flying car.'

    Source: CBS News, “With Tesla Roadster debut, Elon Musk shows "flying cars are real"” · published

  3. 3 Business & Economy What was the federal budget deficit for the fiscal year that just ended in 2026?

    • A Over $3 trillion
    • B Around $1 trillion
    • C Nearly $2 trillion
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    ✓ Answer: C. Nearly $2 trillion

    Why: The federal deficit for the fiscal year that just ended was nearly $2 trillion, representing the biggest budget gap since 2021.

    Source: NPR, “Red ink: Federal deficit hits nearly $2 trillion” · published

  4. 4 Business & Economy What share of US employees reported skipping medical or dental care due to financial concerns in the past year?

    • A Nearly one-half
    • B Roughly one-third
    • C About one-quarter
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    ✓ Answer: B. Roughly one-third

    Why: A new survey found that roughly a third of employees said they put off or skipped medical or dental care in the past year because of financial concerns.

    Source: CBS News, “More workers are skipping doctor's visits over money worries” · published

  5. 5 Entertainment What is the focus of Anne Rice's novel 'Interview with the Vampire,' which is now 50 years old?

    • A A detective investigating supernatural crimes
    • B Historical fiction about European nobility
    • C Processing grief over a child's death
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    ✓ Answer: C. Processing grief over a child's death

    Why: After the death of her 5-year-old daughter from leukemia, Anne Rice wrote her 1976 novel as a way to process her grief, and it became an international bestseller.

    Source: NPR, “Anne Rice's 'Interview with the Vampire' turns 50” · published

  6. 6 Sports What was the result of the Milwaukee Brewers versus Los Angeles Dodgers playoff series?

    • A Dodgers won the series in five games
    • B Brewers won in six games
    • C Brewers swept Dodgers in four games
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    ✓ Answer: C. Brewers swept Dodgers in four games

    Why: The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers with a four-game sweep in the National League Championship Series.

    Source: The Guardian, “Hall of Famers v bunch of gamers: the Dodgers’ exit proves money can’t buy everything” · published

  7. 7 Culture & Lifestyle What ranking did TripAdvisor give to Philadelphia's pigeon tour?

    • A Third most popular in Philadelphia
    • B Fifth most popular tour
    • C Most popular attraction overall
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    ✓ Answer: A. Third most popular in Philadelphia

    Why: A 90-minute pigeon tour in Philadelphia is now ranked by TripAdvisor as the third most popular tour in the city.

    Source: CBS News, “Why visitors are flocking to Philadelphia's popular pigeon tour” · published

  8. 8 Technology What are men and women across India being paid to do for AI robot training?

    • A Teach coding classes online
    • B Test new software programs
    • C Record themselves doing domestic chores
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    ✓ Answer: C. Record themselves doing domestic chores

    Why: Men and women across India are being paid to record themselves doing domestic jobs as developers train AI robots to do household chores.

    Source: NPR, “To train robots, AI companies are paying people in India to film themselves doing chores” · published

  9. 9 Nature & Weather Where are mandatory evacuation orders in place due to fast-moving wildfires?

    • A Northern Arizona
    • B Oregon
    • C Southern California
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    ✓ Answer: C. Southern California

    Why: A fast-moving fire spread into neighborhoods in southern California on Friday, with mandatory evacuation orders in place as the region braced for more hot, windy weather.

    Source: The Guardian, “Brush fires set homes ablaze in southern California as it braces for more hot weather” · published

  10. 10 Science & Space What ancient evidence suggests violence may have shaped human life?

    • A A 75,000-year-old Neanderthal spear wound
    • B Fossilized battle sites
    • C Ancient weapons caches
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    ✓ Answer: A. A 75,000-year-old Neanderthal spear wound

    Why: A 75,000-year-old Neanderthal spear wound may be evidence that violence shaped human life far earlier than previously thought.

    Source: BBC News, “Was Neanderthal life violent? This wound suggests lethal fighting was more common” · published

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Friday, October 16, 2026 · 10 questions
  1. What percentage did U.S. inflation rise in September compared to a year earlier? ✓ 3.7% According to the BBC, the pace of price rises increased to 3.7% in the year to September, driven by higher motor fuel costs. Source: BBC News, “US inflation rises more than expected - here's what is happening with prices” · published
  2. What is the earliest year Social Security may run short of money to make full payments? ✓ 2032 NPR reported that Social Security may run short of money to make full payments to retirees as soon as 2032. Source: NPR, “Social Security could soon run out of money. Here are some possible solutions” · published
  3. What was the Denver Broncos' record after defeating the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday night? ✓ 4-2 The Guardian reported that the Broncos defeated the defending Super Bowl champion Seahawks 17-14 in overtime, giving Denver a 4-2 record. Source: The Guardian, “Super Bowl champions slump again as Darnold’s picks cost Seahawks against Broncos” · published
  4. What two devices did Amazon launch this week that feature AI listening capabilities? ✓ A wristband and phone attachment CBS News reported that Amazon launched new AI devices including a silicone wristband that can be clipped to clothing and a device that magnetically attaches to the back of a phone. Source: CBS News, “Amazon launches new AI devices that can listen and take notes” · published
  5. What did NASA's analysis confirm about the Artemis II Orion spacecraft's heat shield? ✓ It performed as expected NASA reported that rigorous analysis of the Orion spacecraft's heat shield confirmed initial data showing the heat shield performed as expected. Source: NASA, “Rigorous Analysis Confirms NASA’s Artemis II Heat Shield Performance ” · published
  6. According to NASA, what is occurring in the equatorial Pacific this fall that is rarer than a solar eclipse? ✓ El Niño NASA reported that El Niño, a natural climate pattern marked by warmer-than-normal water temperatures in parts of the equatorial Pacific, is unfolding this fall. Source: science.nasa.gov, “NASA Satellites Observe Historic 2026 El Niño” · published
  7. What kind of documents containing unknown substances are federal investigators examining this week? ✓ Letters to election officials The FBI and U.S. Postal Inspection Service are investigating suspicious letters sent to state election officials and congressional offices across the country containing an unknown substance. Source: The Guardian, “FBI investigates letters with ‘unknown substance’ sent to US election officials” · published
  8. Which federal agencies issued subpoenas to AI companies Anthropic and OpenAI this week? ✓ FTC CBS News reported that the FTC issued subpoenas to Anthropic and OpenAI over safety incidents amid mounting concerns about risks posed by frontier AI models. Source: CBS News, “FTC issues subpoenas to Anthropic and OpenAI over safety incidents” · published
  9. How much did Elon Musk donate to Senate GOP groups to assist a Texas candidate? ✓ Over $150 million CBS News reported that Elon Musk donated over $150 million to Senate GOP groups, offering a nine-figure assist to Texas GOP Senate candidate Ken Paxton. Source: CBS News, “Musk donates over $150 million to Senate GOP group, assisting Paxton” · published
  10. What new role is actress Hilary Swank preparing for this December? ✓ Pregnancy with third child CBS News reported that Oscar winner Hilary Swank announced she is pregnant with her third child and is due in December, having previously had twins at age 48. Source: CBS News, “Hilary Swank announces she's pregnant with third child at 52” · published
Thursday, October 15, 2026 · 10 questions
  1. By what percentage did U.S. consumer prices rise in September compared to a year earlier? ✓ 3.7% Consumer prices in September jumped 3.7% from a year ago, according to NPR. This inflation rate will also affect Social Security benefits, which will increase next year to help keep pace with the rising cost of living. Source: NPR, “Inflation sizzled in September — and Social Security benefits will get a boost” · published
  2. What percentage of Netflix's global workforce will be affected by the latest layoffs announced this week? ✓ 6% Netflix announced it will shed 1,000 jobs, which equates to around 6% of the streaming giant's total workforce worldwide. This is the steepest cuts since 2022. Source: BBC News, “Netflix to shed 1,000 jobs in steepest cuts since 2022” · published
  3. What did the Justice Department order California to review regarding the upcoming election? ✓ Mail-in ballots possibly sent to noncitizens The Justice Department has ordered California to review a list of people who the federal government believes may have received mail-in ballots for the upcoming election despite not being U.S. citizens. Source: CBS News, “DOJ tells California to review whether noncitizens got mail ballots” · published
  4. Which three news organizations prevailed in a federal court ruling against the White House on Tuesday? ✓ CNN, MSNBC, and Politico CNN, MSNBC and Politico prevailed against the White House in a federal court ruling. A federal judge said President Trump cannot ban news organizations from covering him at the White House. Source: NPR, “CNN, MS NOW and Politico prevail against White House — for now” · published
  5. What was the Milwaukee Brewers' series lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers after Wednesday's playoff game? ✓ 3-0 The Milwaukee Brewers beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-2 on Wednesday night to take a commanding 3-0 lead in the National League Championship Series after back-to-back homers by Jake Bauers and Garrett Mitchell. Source: The Guardian, “Brewers go one win from World Series as back-to-back homers sink Dodgers” · published
  6. What was discovered by researchers using NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory? ✓ The cause of the Treble Clef galaxy formation Astronomers used NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory to determine that the Treble Clef, a remarkable formation of radio waves nicknamed for its resemblance to the musical symbol, is likely caused by an outburst from a supermassive black hole followed by a collision. Source: science.nasa.gov, “NASA’s Chandra Breaks Down ‘Treble Clef’s’ Galaxy Cluster Collision” · published
  7. What visual phenomenon occurred when a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched on October 13? ✓ A jellyfish-shaped illuminated exhaust plume A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying Dragon spacecraft launched on October 13, creating a jellyfish phenomenon when the exhaust plume became brightly illuminated near sunrise, creating a glowing shape resembling a jellyfish. Source: NASA, “NASA’s Space X CRS-35 Launch Jellyfish” · published
  8. What training method are factory workers in India being asked to participate in? ✓ Wearing GoPro cameras to record their work Factory workers in India are being asked to wear GoPro cameras to record the way they do their jobs, with the ultimate goal of training robots to take over those positions. Source: NPR, “These workers help train robots who could one day steal their jobs” · published
  9. What did researchers discover about El Niño this week? ✓ Several key measures are now in record territory El Niño has continued to strengthen, with several key measures now in record territory. It is described as a Super El Niño that has strengthened to unprecedented levels. Source: BBC News, “Super El Niño sets another record as it strengthens to 'unprecedented levels'” · published
  10. What is being investigated regarding dating app services following a congressional report? ✓ Romance scams and victim support Congress called for Match Group and others to do more to help victims of dating app scams. A report detailed the extent of devastating dating-app scams, with one victim losing almost $100,000. Source: The Guardian, “‘Like being in a vortex’: US report details extent of ‘devastating’ dating-app scams” · published
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 · 10 questions
  1. What happened to Kimberly Guilfoyle's position as U.S. ambassador this week? ✓ She stepped aside over corruption allegations Kimberly Guilfoyle stepped down as U.S. ambassador to Greece after reports that she offered access to officials in exchange for help paying off her debt. Source: CBS News, “Kimberly Guilfoyle ousted as ambassador over corruption allegations” · published
  2. What did President Trump do for two Alaska auto shop owners during a rally on Tuesday? ✓ Granted them onstage pardons President Trump granted onstage pardons to two Alaska auto shop owners who pleaded guilty to violating the Clean Air Act during a rally. Source: CBS News, “Trump pardons 2 auto workers on stage during rally in Alaska” · published
  3. What type of threat did Anthropic researchers warn about regarding smart devices? ✓ AI worms that could infect internet-connected devices Anthropic warned that small AI models could clone themselves and infect internet-connected devices such as smart TVs and appliances. Source: CBS News, “Anthropic warns "AI worms" could soon infect smart home devices” · published
  4. What are researchers doing with Monarch butterflies as they migrate this season? ✓ Attaching tiny transmitters to track their journey Researchers all over North America are attaching tiny transmitters to Monarch butterflies as they begin their migration to Mexico to learn more about their stops and challenges. Source: NPR, “Researchers are tracking Monarch butterflies to learn more about their journey” · published
  5. What position did Christina Koch take at NASA? ✓ Acting deputy chief engineer NASA astronaut and engineer Christina Koch will serve as the agency's acting deputy chief engineer beginning November 1, following the retirement of Katherine Van Hooser. Source: NASA, “NASA Names Astronaut Christina Koch Acting Deputy Chief Engineer” · published
  6. What did Six Flags announce following a deadly incident this week? ✓ Temporary closure of similar rides across multiple parks Six Flags temporarily closed rides similar to Goliath, the roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia where a man fell. Source: CBS News, “Six Flags closes 9 rides across 6 parks after deadly incident” · published
  7. How did the U.S. women's national soccer team finish their match against Spain on Tuesday? ✓ 2-2 draw after a second-half comeback The U.S. women's national team earned a 2-2 draw against Spain, with second-half goals from Ashley Sanchez and Mallory Swanson saving the match after they were down 2-0. Source: The Guardian, “USWNT returnees earn 2-2 draw against Spain, an early World Cup wake-up call” · published
  8. What did the Tampa Bay Rays accomplish against the Cleveland Guardians on Tuesday night? ✓ Leveled the ALCS series with a 3-1 win The Tampa Bay Rays beat the Cleveland Guardians 3-1 on Tuesday night to level the American League Championship Series, with Freddy Peralta pitching six scoreless innings. Source: The Guardian, “Peralta shines as Rays seize on Ramírez error to level ALCS against Guardians” · published
  9. What is being proposed to replace horse carriages in New York City? ✓ An outlawing of the practice Horse carriages in New York City are expected to be outlawed, with both the speaker of the city council and the mayor expressing support for ending the practice. Source: BBC News, “Horse carriages in New York City expected to be outlawed” · published
  10. What did retailers want to use artificial intelligence for, according to experts this week? ✓ Setting personalized prices for individual shoppers Retailers want to harness the power of artificial intelligence to set personalized prices for shoppers, a consumer protection expert says. Source: CBS News, “Why AI could end the price tag as we know it” · published
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 · 10 questions
  1. Which two American economists won the Nobel Prize in economics this week for their work on economic cycles? ✓ Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford According to the news, American-born economists Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford won the Nobel Prize in economics for their work on models that help governments and central banks manage economic shocks and boom-and-bust cycles. Source: NPR, “2 Americans win Nobel Prize in economics for work on boom-bust cycles” · published
  2. What did a federal judge order regarding taxpayer-funded television ads promoting President Trump before the midterms? ✓ Temporary halt to broadcasts US District Judge Jennifer L. Rochon ordered Donald Trump's administration to temporarily halt the broadcast of taxpayer-funded television ads promoting the president ahead of the November midterm elections, effective as of Sunday evening. Source: The Guardian, “Federal judge orders temporary halt to taxpayer-funded pro-Trump TV ads” · published
  3. Which Milwaukee Brewers player hit a tying homer and singled home the go-ahead run in their win over the Dodgers on Monday? ✓ William Contreras William Contreras hit a tying homer in the fifth inning and singled home the go-ahead run in the sixth inning as the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-4 in Game 2 of the National League Championship Series. Source: The Guardian, “Brewers two wins from first World Series since 1982 as Contreras skewers Dodgers” · published
  4. What did federal agents search on Monday as part of a criminal investigation? ✓ Representative Ilhan Omar's home Federal agents searched Representative Ilhan Omar's home on Monday morning as part of a criminal investigation, according to the Department of Justice. Source: The Guardian, “Ilhan Omar says she will not be silenced after federal agents raid her home” · published
  5. How many names have authorities removed from India's voter roll amid opposition party protests? ✓ More than 130 million Opposition parties in India say revisions to the list of eligible voters favor Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party, with authorities having removed more than 130 million names from the voter roll. Source: NPR, “India's opposition parties march to top court as protests over voter lists escalate” · published
  6. What did forecasters warn could become the strongest on record this year, threatening agriculture? ✓ El Niño Forecasters warn that this year's El Niño could become the strongest on record, with growing concerns about its effect on agriculture and food security. Source: The Guardian, “A super el Niño threatens our food system. Here’s how farms can prepare | Liz Carlisle” · published
  7. What percentage of data centers being built are located in predominantly Republican states, according to Cleanview Research? ✓ 75 percent Cleanview Research found that 75 percent of data centers being built are in predominantly Republican-leaning states, as public opposition to data centers grows. Source: CBS News, “Data center boom puts GOP in a bind before midterms” · published
  8. What medical procedure did Pope Leo XIV say he would undergo this week? ✓ Lung surgery Pope Leo XIV said he would undergo surgery after doctors found a localized nodule in his lung. Source: NPR, “Pope Leo XIV to undergo lung surgery this week” · published
  9. What natural disaster occurred at a California community in January 2025 that inspired Billy Crystal's new Broadway show? ✓ A wildfire in Pacific Palisades The Pacific Palisades wildfire in January 2025 burned more than 5,000 homes including Billy Crystal's, and from the smoldering ruins of his family home, Crystal found inspiration for his latest one-man Broadway show. Source: CBS News, “Billy Crystal on finding humor in the darkest of times” · published
  10. What did NASA announce would travel to the International Space Station aboard SpaceX's 35th Commercial Resupply Services mission? ✓ Experiments on human and plant health NASA experiments focused on human and plant health and drug-resistant organisms will travel to the International Space Station aboard SpaceX's 35th Commercial Resupply Services mission from Cape Canaveral. Source: science.nasa.gov, “NASA’s SpaceX CRS-35 Mission to Launch Health Research” · published
Monday, October 12, 2026 · 10 questions
  1. Which hurricane struck Mexico's Pacific coast as a powerful Category 3 storm this week? ✓ Hurricane Simon Hurricane Simon neared Mexico with 155 mph winds and was expected to move inland as an extremely powerful storm on Sunday, October 11. Source: NPR, “Hurricane Simon nears Mexico with 155 mph winds and flooding fears” · published
  2. What major concern are experts warning about regarding U.S. hospitals as federal funding cuts take effect? ✓ Maternity ward closures According to analysis by Protect Our Care, 52 maternity wards have closed since the HR1 bill was announced in July 2025, with more closures expected as Medicaid funding cuts take effect. Source: The Guardian, “US maternity wards face wave of closures as Medicaid cuts kick in” · published
  3. Which NBA player returned from a 20-month injury layoff this week? ✓ Kyrie Irving Kyrie Irving of the Dallas Mavericks scored 17 points in his return from an ACL tear, waiting nearly 600 days before returning to NBA action. Source: The Guardian, “Kyrie Irving returns from 20-month injury layoff with vintage display in Macau” · published
  4. What recent album by Noah Kahan topped the Billboard chart? ✓ The Great Divide Noah Kahan's album 'The Great Divide,' with lyrics describing friendships lost and bouts of depression and anxiety, topped the Billboard chart. His earlier song 'Stick Season' had propelled him to multi-platinum status. Source: CBS News, “Noah Kahan: Songs of sorrow and joy” · published
  5. What position did the King warn about in a letter marking the 10th anniversary of the National Cyber Security Centre? ✓ Threats from malicious online actors The King spoke of threats to international order from malicious online actors that are evolving their tactics in his letter marking the 10th anniversary of the National Cyber Security Centre. Source: BBC News, “King warns malicious online actors are evolving tactics” · published
  6. What did Microsoft's president call for regarding artificial intelligence regulation? ✓ Global rules on AI Brad Smith, Microsoft president, said AI is less regulated than milk and called for global rules on AI, noting the UK is in the best position to lead the charge. Source: BBC News, “AI is less regulated than milk, says Microsoft president” · published
  7. Which health professionals are seeing growing demand for their end-of-life care services? ✓ Death doulas Death doulas, who are non-medical professionals helping with end-of-life care, are experiencing growing numbers and rising demand for their services. Source: NPR, “Demand rising for death doulas, who help with end-of-life care” · published
  8. What recent children's book is the U.K.'s bestselling book of the year across all genres? ✓ Gruffalo Granny Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler released 'Gruffalo Granny,' their third book in the series, which is the U.K.'s bestselling book of the year of any genre. Source: CBS News, “The return of the Gruffalo” · published
  9. What health threat is prompting calls for a ban by physicians' groups as the product gains popularity? ✓ Raw milk As raw milk becomes increasingly popular among Americans, several recent disease outbreaks tied to the product have alarmed public health officials. The American Academy of Pediatrics called for a ban on sales of unpasteurized milk in the United States. Source: The Guardian, “Physicians’ group calls for ban on raw milk – as it’s becoming increasingly popular in the US” · published
  10. What did President Trump encourage Democratic senator John Fetterman to do? ✓ Switch to the Republican Party Donald Trump openly encouraged Democratic US senator John Fetterman to switch parties and become a Republican, telling reporters 'I'd love to see him as a Republican' just weeks before the midterm elections. Source: The Guardian, “Trump urges John Fetterman to switch parties: ‘I’d love to see him as a Republican’” · published
Sunday, October 11, 2026 · 10 questions
  1. Which hurricane made landfall on the Florida Gulf Coast this week? ✓ Hurricane Isaias Hurricane Isaias landed Friday night on the Florida Gulf Coast and was expected to bring life-threatening storm surge, damaging winds, and flooding. The storm later downgraded to a tropical storm as it moved toward the Tennessee Valley. Source: NPR, “Isaias pummels the Gulf Coast, and plows through Alabama” · published
  2. What position did President Trump fill on Friday with commentator Katie Zacharia? ✓ White House press secretary The conservative commentator currently works as a communications adviser at Trump Media & Technology Group and was selected as the next White House Press Secretary. Source: BBC News, “Commentator Katie Zacharia picked as new White House press secretary” · published
  3. What did Nikon determine about a prize-winning image in its Small World in Motion contest? ✓ It was AI-generated The camera-maker ruled that a prize-winning image which sparked backlash was AI-generated and said it is now re-evaluating the rules and procedures of its contest. Source: BBC News, “Prize-winning image which sparked backlash was AI-generated, Nikon rules” · published
  4. What did Anthropic announce regarding how users can treat its AI system Claude? ✓ Users will be banned for extreme cruelty Anthropic said it will ban users in extreme cases where they repeatedly act cruelly toward the models with no discernible purpose. Source: CBS News, “Anthropic has a message for Claude users: Don't be cruel” · published
  5. Why did Firmus, an Nvidia-backed data center firm, cancel its planned IPO? ✓ Recent market volatility and market conditions Firmus said it had made the decision due to recent market volatility and prevailing market conditions. Source: BBC News, “Nvidia-backed data centre firm scraps IPO as AI valuation concerns deepen” · published
  6. What recognition did retired Navajo Nation doctor Chip Thomas receive this week? ✓ A MacArthur 'genius' grant Chip Thomas, a retired physician on the Navajo Reservation known for his large photographic murals, was recognized with a MacArthur 'genius' grant. Source: NPR, “How a retired Navajo Nation doctor earned a MacArthur 'genius' grant for public art” · published
  7. What did Oklahoma kicker Tate Sandell accomplish on the final play against No. 1 Texas? ✓ Made a 47-yard field goal Tate Sandell kicked a 47-yard field goal on the final play as Oklahoma won 27-24 over No. 1 Texas in the Red River rivalry game on Saturday. Source: The Guardian, “Oklahoma stun No 1 Texas as Sandell’s last-second kick seals Red River upset” · published
  8. What film won the top prize at this year's Cannes Film Festival? ✓ Fjord Cristian Mungiu's film Fjord won top prize at Cannes. The film takes place in a small Norwegian town where a recently arrived couple stands accused of abusing their children. Source: NPR, “Five children are taken from their parents in 'Fjord,' which won top prize at Cannes” · published
  9. Which major artists are featured side by side in a blockbuster show at The Metropolitan Museum of Art? ✓ Lee Krasner and Jackson Pollock The Metropolitan Museum of Art is placing the work of two major 20th century artists side by side: the married couple Lee Krasner and Jackson Pollock. Source: NPR, “The Met puts a modern artist front and center (and there's some Jackson Pollock, too)” · published
  10. What new women's professional sports league held its debut season recently in Illinois? ✓ Women's Pro Baseball League The Women's Pro Baseball League held its debut season in Illinois for eight weeks, bringing players from around the world and marking the first league of its kind in 70 years. Source: The Guardian, “Post-its, homework breaks and karaoke: inside the Women’s Pro Baseball League’s debut season” · published

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