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Weekly News Quiz: December 12, 2025
A prestigious award. A social media ban. A devastating flood. What do you remember from the week that was?
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Which country recently banned young teens from social media?
A world-first ban on major social media platforms for children under the age of 16 went into effect in Australia this week.
Which new immigration option did President Trump launch this week?
President Trump on Wednesday officially launched his "gold card" visa, a new immigration pathway that will allow foreigners to pay $1 million to expedite their visa application.
Where is the Nobel Peace Prize awarded annually?
The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded annually in Oslo, Norway. This week, Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado said she discreetly traveled to the city to collect her award after spending months in hiding.
Which major issue is the Louvre Museum in Paris currently facing?
A water leak at the Louvre in Paris has damaged hundreds of books, which now need to be dried and repaired. The incident at the world's largest art museum comes just weeks after a dramatic jewelry heist captured global attention.
The US seized an oil tanker this week, further inflaming tensions with which country?
The US seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday, escalating pressure on President Nicolas Maduro’s regime.
Which award show recently announced its 2026 nominees?
The Golden Globes nominations were unveiled this week, highlighting the best in film and television. The ceremony will be held on January 11 and will mark the official start of the 2026 Hollywood awards season.
Which region of the US faced severe flooding this week?
Heavy rain from an atmospheric river pounded parts of Washington and created devastating flooding that forced water rescues.
Which of the following did the Federal Reserve announce this week?
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates Wednesday by a quarter point as expected, lowering borrowing costs for the third time this year.
Which country was rocked by a 7.5 magnitude earthquake this week?
A powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck off Japan's northeastern coast this week, injuring dozens and prompting evacuations for more than 100,000 people.
It’s been a year since Luigi Mangione was arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO. In which fast food restaurant was he apprehended?
Newly released body camera footage shows the moment police confronted Luigi Mangione at a McDonald’s, ending a five-day manhunt after Brian Thompson was shot and killed on a busy Manhattan sidewalk last December.
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