Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers major news headlines, including the rise in COVID-19 hospitalizations in the US and the impact of Thanksgiving travel. It discusses a US Supreme Court ruling that blocked New York from enforcing occupancy limits on religious gatherings, citing First Amendment rights. The video also highlights the ongoing conflict in Ethiopia, where the government has ordered military action against the Tigre region, leading to a humanitarian crisis. Finally, it previews upcoming news stories.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reported number of COVID-19 hospitalizations in the US just before Thanksgiving?

More than 89,000

Around 70,000

Over 50,000

Less than 30,000

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main concern of health experts regarding Thanksgiving gatherings?

Increased travel costs

Weather disruptions

Potential surge in COVID-19 cases

Shortage of holiday supplies

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which new Justice sided with the majority in the Supreme Court ruling on New York's occupancy limits?

Justice Sonia Sotomayor

Justice Stephen Breyer

Justice Clarence Thomas

Justice Amy Coney Barrett

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the basis of the lawsuit filed by Catholic and Orthodox Jewish groups against New York's restrictions?

Violation of Second Amendment rights

Violation of First Amendment rights

Violation of privacy rights

Violation of property rights

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did Ethiopia's Prime Minister take regarding the conflict in the Tigray region?

Called for international mediation

Declared a ceasefire

Ordered military advancement

Requested UN intervention