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Answer FIVE Geography questions each week based on major news events.

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Canada to expand its military in Arctic

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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.

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Iran war blocks key Mideast tanker route, pushing up oil prices and endangering global economies

Daily air strikes on Iran, which America and Israel began Feb. 28, have a financial impact around the world. A stated goal of the incoming missiles and bombs is to block Iran from having nuclear weapons, among other reasons. In response, the large Mi...

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How much will the Iran war cost us?

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Reindeer races in Finland draw international crowds


Reindeer herding has been a Scandinavian tradition for centuries, but in recent decades, reindeer have also been taking to the racetrack in Finland. Now reindeer racing competitions are drawing international crowds. The animals are still a big part o...

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This week's word in the news: INSPECTOR

DEFINITION:

An official employed to ensure that official regulations are obeyed, especially in public services.

FOUND IN THE NEWS:
U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents are federal employees, and misconduct allegations are typically investigated by the agency’s Office of Professional Responsibility or by the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of inspector General.
The Key West Citizen -- 03/16/2026

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