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Weekly News Quiz: January 9, 2026
An immigration crackdown. A leader captured. A flu surge. What do you remember from the week that was?
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Which US city was the center of a major immigration crackdown this week?
Tensions flared in Minneapolis this week after an ICE agent fatally shot a woman in her vehicle. The shooting occurred just days after the Trump administration launched a major immigration crackdown with 2,000 agents in the state.
Where was ousted President Nicolás Maduro captured?
The US launched a complex military operation inside Venezuela, with US forces capturing President Nicolás Maduro in Caracas.
What is the name of the virus strain driving high levels of flu activity across the US?
All but four states are showing high or very high levels of flu activity as a new variant called subclade K continues to spread.
Which territory has the White House discussed acquiring?
The White House is discussing options to acquire Greenland — and has not ruled out the use of military force.
How many years has it been since the January 6 insurrection at the US Capitol?
Tuesday marked the fifth anniversary of the January 6, 2021, insurrection at the US Capitol. On that grim day, a mob of President Donald Trump's supporters violently stormed the historic building in an attempt to stop the counting of electoral votes confirming Joe Biden's victory.
A fire broke out during a New Year’s celebration at a ski resort bar in which country?
The Swiss bar hit by a deadly fire in the early hours of New Year’s Day had not been inspected in five years, local authorities said this week.
Which professional sports league has recently seen a major shake-up of coaching staffs?
NFL teams that missed out on the playoffs are beginning to rebuild their coaching staffs for next year. At least eight head coaches of NFL teams have lost their jobs this season after six were dismissed following Sunday’s final regular-season games.
Which automaker has overtaken Tesla as the world’s largest seller of electric vehicles?
Chinese car giant BYD surpassed Tesla as the world’s top EV seller, according to 2025 data released by the two rivals this month.
In a major policy shift, which of the following will the Department of Health and Human Services recommend for most American children?
The US Department of Health and Human Services is recommending fewer vaccines for most American children. Experts worry it could lead to a resurgence of preventable diseases.
What type of fish recently fetched a record $3.2 million at auction?
A massive bluefin tuna recently sold for a record $3.2 million at Japan's Toyosu market auction.
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