Answer FIVE Geography questions each week based on major news events.
This Week's lesson:
Lesotho insulted when Trump says nobody has heard of it
How well do you keep up with the world around you? Take this week’s quiz to test your knowledge of recent national and world events.
White House media policy changes spark lawsuit by AP and concerns about presidential access
Donald Trump's current administration has openly shown contempt for many mainstream reporters, newspaper and networks, a distaste that also was clear during his first presidential term from 1997-2021. Still, ramped-up actions in recent weeks ha...
Skiers cross snow and water in Slush Cup
Temperatures in the 20s didn't put a damper on the brave skiers and snowboarders who took a shot at crossing a shallow pool of water this month during the 2025 Slush Cup at the Mt. Brighton Ski Resort in Michigan. The annual event celebrates the endi...
This week's word in the news: CENSURE
DEFINITION:
FOUND IN THE NEWS:
Republicans acted quickly to rebuke Green with a censure resolution that officially registers the House’s deep disapproval of a member’s conduct.
The Chicago Tribune -- 03/10/2025
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