Weekly News Quiz: September 28, 2023 – CNN
By Alexandra Meeks and Kenneth Uzquiano
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The Hollywood writers’ strike is finally over after a tentative agreement was reached between union negotiators and major studios. All eyes have turned toward striking actors and autoworkers who remain on the picket lines.
Wednesday night’s showdown took place at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California. Seven GOP contenders were on the debate stage, but former President Donald Trump — the party’s front-runner — skipped the event.
Following weeks of dating speculation, Taylor Swift was seen celebrating in Travis Kelce’s family suite at the Kansas City Chiefs game on Sunday. Her surprise appearance was trending on social media and brought a 400% surge in Kelce’s jersey sales.
The US government relaunched a program this week that allows US households to order up to four free tests from Covidtests.gov.
Federal safety regulators said thousands of mattresses sold exclusively at Costco could have been exposed to water during the manufacturing process, potentially leading to health risks for consumers with weakened immune systems and mold allergies.
A surge of saltwater is creeping up the Mississippi River toward New Orleans, threatening to pollute the drinking water of around 800,000 people.
A New York judge this week found former President Trump and his sons liable for fraud, saying the Trumps provided false financial statements for roughly a decade.
A new report suggests teens get as many as 237 or more notifications each day on their smartphones. Researchers also found teenagers often leave their notifications on even when they feel bombarded.
A new recall warns millions of Hyundai and Kia vehicles could suddenly catch fire.
Grammy-winning R&B singer Usher will take to the field at Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024.
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