2025 Quiz Questions and Answers
As February comes to a close, it's time to test your knowledge of the biggest stories from the past week. This edition of the Weekly News Quiz takes you through a mix of entertainment, politics, and unexpected cultural moments.
Did you hear about the record-breaking debut of the new Bridget Jones movie? Or the calls for impeachment facing Argentina’s president, Javier Milei? Perhaps you caught the bizarre brawl at a UK parish council meeting or the dramatic fights that broke out just seconds into a USA vs. Canada hockey match. Meanwhile, KFC is moving its headquarters out of Kentucky, and a self-proclaimed mystic landed in hot water after a DNA test exposed their so-called miracle. With so much happening, it's time to see how well you’ve kept up with the headlines. Ready to test your memory? Let’s get started! 📰✨
2025 News Quiz Questions and Answers
Quiz Questions
1. A parish council meeting in England turned into a brawl between two elderly councillors. Where did this happen?
2. A self-proclaimed mystic is in trouble after DNA tests linked their blood to a statue of the Virgin Mary that appeared to be weeping. In which country did this occur?
3. Australia chose not to name its next cyclone Anthony to avoid confusion with the prime minister, Anthony Albanese. What name was chosen instead?
4. Why are opposition politicians in Argentina calling for the impeachment of President Javier Milei?
5. Which singer has been charged with defamation in Italy after calling Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni a "fascist" and "racist"?
6. The new Bridget Jones movie had the biggest opening weekend for a romcom in British cinema history. It’s named after a Dinah Washington song—what is the title?
7. Who won Best Leading Actress at the BAFTAs?
8. Leeds United was formed in 1919 after which former club was dissolved for failing to cooperate with an FA investigation into paying players during World War I?
9. Where have officials started giving contraceptives to capybaras?
10. If you pot all the balls in snooker, sinking the black every time you nominate a color, what’s the highest possible break?
11. Canada has three territories. How many provinces does it have?
12. What is the name of the Pokémon game scheduled for release in 2025?
13. Rick Buckler, drummer for The Jam, passed away. What was the band's debut single?
14. How many fights broke out within the first nine seconds of the USA vs. Canada ice hockey match on Saturday?
15. KFC is moving its corporate headquarters out of Kentucky. Which state is it relocating to?
16. A Delta Air Lines flight crashed and overturned while landing, injuring at least 21 people. Where did this happen?
17. Which controversial political figure has Donald Trump said he will "probably" meet this month?
18. Which U.S. state is investigating a measles outbreak with at least 58 confirmed cases?
19. Which Italian volcano erupted this week, attracting thousands of tourists?
20. Pope Francis was recently hospitalised with what type of infection?
21. Which U.S. holiday is observed on the third Monday of February each year?
22. Food contamination is causing a growing number of illnesses in the U.S. Approximately how many food recalls were issued in 2024?
23. What percentage of U.S. adults identify as LGBTQ+?
24. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has threatened to sue which American tech company?
25. Who is set to host the 2025 Tony Awards?
26. Saturday Night Live recently celebrated its 50th anniversary. Which famous sketch originated on the show?
27. Who has not resigned following the Justice Department's decision to drop corruption charges against Eric Adams?
28. A baby seal wandered into New Haven, Connecticut. What is the term for how seals move on land?
29. What entity is refusing to use AI-generated images?
30. Is this image considered AI-generated "slop" or real art?
31. Former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has announced he won’t seek re-election. Is he the longest-serving senator in U.S. history?
32. Frankie Muniz, star of Malcolm in the Middle, just hit a milestone birthday. How old is he now?
33. What does the Vatican signal with black smoke?
34. A new Bridget Jones movie has been released. How many films are in the series now?
35. Donald Trump's mugshot is now displayed at the White House. Where is it located?
36. Secret Service dog Hurricane, the most decorated canine in U.S. history, has died. What breed was he?
37. How old was singer Roberta Flack when she passed away?
38. Who was appointed interim head coach of Rangers in 2025?
39. How long was MP Mike Amesbury sentenced to prison for after punching a constituent?
40. Which Marvel TV show's second season has been canceled?
41. What position was Dan Bongino appointed to by Donald Trump?
42. What key message did Jane Fonda share at the 2025 SAG Awards?
43. What new tool has the UK’s Department for Work and Pensions introduced for savers?
44. Which TV show is Izzie Balmer best known for?
45. Who will support Disturbed on their 25th anniversary tour?
46. What injury did Chris Froome suffer at the UAE Tour?
47. What real-life event inspired Netflix's Toxic Town?
48. Which actor will not reprise their role in Dexter: Resurrection?
49. Vick Hope has joined which BBC show as a permanent presenter?
50. Which political party made major gains in the German elections?
2025 News Quiz Answers
Quiz Answers
1. Middleton St. George
2. Italy
3. Alfred
4. He promoted a cryptocurrency that quickly collapsed
5. Brian Molko (Placebo)
6. Mad About the Boy
7. Mikey Madison (Anora)
8. Leeds City
9. Buenos Aires
10. 147
11. Ten
12. Pokémon Legends: Z-A
13. In the City
14. Three
15. Texas
16. Toronto
17. Russian President Vladimir Putin
18. Texas
19. Mount Etna
20. Pneumonia
21. Presidents’ Day
22. 300
23. 9.3%
24. Google
25. Cynthia Erivo
26. Debbie Downer
27. The "Rat Czar"
28. Galumph
29. Both
30. Real Art
31. No, that’s Robert Byrd
32. 39—he’s now a racing truck driver
33. An unsuccessful vote for the next pope
34. Four
35. Outside the Oval Office
36. Belgian Malinois
37. 88
38. Barry Ferguson
39. 10 weeks
40. Moon Knight
41. FBI Deputy Director
42. "Empathy is not weak or woke."
43. A tool to help recover lost pensions
44. Antiques Road Trip
45. Megadeth
46. Fractured collarbone
47. The cleanup of Northamptonshire's steelworks
48. Jennifer Carpenter
49. Countryfile
50. AfD (Alternative for Germany)
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