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The video covers three main topics: North Korea's recent missile launch, which analysts see as a show of strength amid talks with the USA; a federal judge's ruling that Harvard University's admissions process did not discriminate against Asian American applicants, despite a lawsuit claiming otherwise; and the World Trade Organization's warning of a global economic slowdown, citing factors like the US-China trade war and Brexit. The WTO has downgraded its trade forecasts, indicating the lowest growth in merchandise orders since the global financial crisis.

What was the reported distance traveled by the North Korean missile before it landed in the Sea of Japan?

• 380 miles

• 280 miles

• 480 miles

• 180 miles

What was the reason analysts believe North Korea conducted the missile test?

• To respond to sanctions

• To test new technology

• To celebrate a national holiday

• To show strength after agreeing to talks with the USA

What was the outcome of the lawsuit against Harvard University regarding its admissions process?

• The court ordered a new admissions process

• The court ruled there was no discrimination

• The court found discrimination against Asian American applicants

• The case was dismissed

Which organization warned about a global economic slowdown?

• World Bank

• International Monetary Fund

• World Trade Organization

• United Nations

What factors are contributing to the global economic slowdown according to the WTO?

• Rising oil prices and inflation

• US-China trade war, Brexit, and declining factory orders

• Natural disasters and climate change

• Technological disruptions and cyber threats