Barbados Ditches the Queen and Honors Rihanna

The video covers several current events: the CDC's updated guidance on COVID-19 booster shots amid concerns about the Omicron variant; Barbados becoming a republic and declaring Rihanna a national hero; cryptocurrency investors' failed attempt to buy a copy of the US Constitution and their interest in purchasing an NBA franchise; and a second union election at an Amazon warehouse due to labor rights violations.

What change did the CDC make regarding COVID-19 booster shots for adults?

• They advised all adults over 18 to get booster shots.

• They removed the recommendation for booster shots.

• They recommended boosters only for those over 50.

• They suggested boosters only for healthcare workers.

What significant political change did Barbados undergo recently?

• It declared independence from the United States.

• It joined the European Union.

• It formed a new alliance with Canada.

• It became a republic, removing Queen Elizabeth II as head of state.

Who was declared a national hero of Barbados during the republic ceremony?

• Bob Marley

• Usain Bolt

• Rihanna

• Marcus Garvey

What was the outcome of the cryptocurrency investors' attempt to buy a copy of the US Constitution?

• They decided to invest in a different document.

• They raised $47 million but fell short of buying it.

• They were outbid by a private collector.

• They successfully purchased it.

Why was a second union election ordered at the Amazon warehouse in Bessemer, AL?

• The first election was deemed fair.

• Amazon workers requested a re-vote.

• The union withdrew its request for an election.

• Amazon was found to have interfered with the election process.