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Weekly News Quiz: March 27, 2026
A landmark case. A travel meltdown. A water shortage. What do you remember from the week that was?
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Which federal personnel were sent to major US airports this week?
ICE agents were deployed to airports across the US. The Trump administration says the agents are helping ease long security lines and support overwhelmed TSA staff during the partial government shutdown that has driven mounting staffing shortages.
Which piece of futuristic technology was showcased at the White House this week?
First lady Melania Trump brought an AI-powered robot to the White House on Wednesday to “speak” at her summit on AI education and safety.
Which issue was at the center of a landmark ruling involving Meta and YouTube this week?
Meta and YouTube were found liable in a landmark case over social media addiction. The tech giants were accused of intentionally addicting a young woman and injuring her mental health.
Which city in Texas is running out of water?
With two of its key reservoirs less than 10% full, Corpus Christi could enact emergency water restrictions within months.
Which popular AI app is being shut down just months after its launch?
OpenAI is winding down Sora, the video-generation app it launched amid much fanfare last year. The company said the move will allow it to focus on other priorities, noting that the product's high compute costs required trade-offs.
NASA revealed a timeline this week for which future project?
NASA's new chief unveiled an ambitious vision on Tuesday that includes a revamped roadmap for a permanent moon base. The agency plans to invest $20 billion over the next seven years and build it through dozens of missions.
Which food tops the 2026 “Dirty Dozen” list of the most pesticide-laden fruits and vegetables?
Leafy greens, including spinach, held the highest levels of potentially harmful pesticide residues based on government tests, according to this year’s “Dirty Dozen” list released by the Environmental Working Group.
Which New York-area airport was shut down this week after a fatal runway collision?
Two pilots were killed when an Air Canada plane hit a fire truck on the runway at LaGuardia Airport.
Which historic landmark did President Trump visit this week?
President Trump took time out of his schedule this week to tour Elvis Presley's Graceland estate in Memphis, Tennessee.
Which late night host announced he will help write the next “Lord of the Rings” movie?
Stephen Colbert announced he will co-write and develop a new film in the "Lord of the Rings" franchise after he leaves late night TV.
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