Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Newsy’s Latest Headlines

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The video covers three main news stories. First, the UN Refugee Agency reports that 3 million people were displaced in 2020, bringing the total to over 82 million, with many countries not making exceptions for refugees during COVID-19 border closures. Second, Hong Kong's Apple Daily increased its print run after a police raid and arrests under the national security law, with accusations of collusion with foreign powers. Lastly, Iran's presidential election sees Ebrahim Raisi as the frontrunner, despite US sanctions for his past actions. The video concludes with a prompt to explore more stories on Newsy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the total number of displaced people reported by the UN Refugee Agency in 2020?

3 million

82 million

160 million

99 million

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Apple Daily increase its print run significantly?

To celebrate a national holiday

Due to a police raid on its office

To launch a new edition

To support a charity event

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the founder of Apple Daily currently serving a prison sentence?

Li Ka-shing

Ebrahim Raisi

John Doe

Jimmy Lai

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the dominant front runner in Iran's presidential election?

Ali Khamenei

Mohammad Khatami

Ebrahim Raisi

Hassan Rouhani

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

For what reason was Ebrahim Raisi sanctioned by the US?

For economic policies

For involvement in the execution of political prisoners

For trade violations

For environmental issues