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Weekly News Quiz: June 12, 2026
A global tournament. A flesh-eating parasite. An iconic church. What do you remember from the week that was?
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The 2026 World Cup kicked off this week. How many matches are in the tournament?
Fans will have 104 matches to watch over the course of the World Cup.
What is the name of the flesh-eating parasite that was recently detected in US livestock for the first time in decades?
The notorious screwworm has been detected on a handful of Texas farms, and experts say its return will likely keep beef prices elevated for grocery shoppers.
Which of the following is the tallest church in the world?
Pope Leo XIV visited the iconic Sagrada Família in Barcelona this week to celebrate Mass and inaugurate the final tower — which makes the church the tallest in the world.
Which airline made headlines this week after one of its pilots was accused of flying for years with a fake pilot's license?
An Air Canada pilot was arrested after nearly 17 years of flying passengers with a fake pilot's license.
Which state held a closely watched primary race this week involving a Senate candidate embroiled in controversy?
Graham Platner won Maine's Democratic Senate primary, despite a swirl of controversies over his past behavior. He will now face Republican Sen. Susan Collins in a November contest that could prove critical to Democrats' hopes of retaking the Senate majority.
Which public figure testified on Capitol Hill this week about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein?
Billionaire Bill Gates told Congress that he had no knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes, and that the late convicted sex offender attempted to use information about his personal life to get close to him, according to a copy of his opening remarks obtained by CNN.
Which type of animal did Vice President JD Vance recently add to his official residence?
Vance and his family recently installed a custom Victorian-style chicken coop on the grounds of the US Naval Observatory.
Which country was rocked by a 7.8 magnitude earthquake this week?
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck the southern Philippines on Monday, killing dozens and causing widespread damage that included collapsed buildings, buckled roads and power outages.
Which AI company may be headed for one of the most anticipated stock market debuts in recent history?
OpenAI, the parent company of ChatGPT, has confidentially filed for an IPO, setting it up for what may be the most highly anticipated market debut in recent history and a massive payday for early investors.
Which country has closed nearly 100 schools amid a surge in bear sightings and attacks?
One Japanese city took no chances after a series of bear sightings this week, closing nearly 100 schools as officials scoured the town after attacks took place elsewhere in the country.
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