Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers several global news topics. In New York, a directive that sent COVID-19 patients to nursing homes was reversed due to criticism. The UN is seeking $2 billion to aid Yemen, where the health system has collapsed amid COVID-19 and ongoing conflict. In Hong Kong, a proposed national security bill is causing controversy, with critics arguing it undermines existing laws. Viewers are encouraged to follow Newsy on social media for more updates.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial purpose of New York's directive to send COVID-19 patients to nursing homes?

To support the hospital system

To provide better care for COVID-19 patients

To reduce the number of patients in hospitals

To increase the number of available hospital beds

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the United Nations seeking urgent funding for Yemen?

To support aid programs due to the healthcare system collapse

To combat a cholera epidemic

To build new hospitals

To provide food supplies

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What additional crisis is Yemen facing alongside COVID-19?

An influenza epidemic

A malaria outbreak

A cholera epidemic

A dengue fever outbreak

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern of Hong Kong activists regarding the proposed national security bill?

It will reduce crime rates

It will improve economic conditions

It will increase China's control over Hong Kong

It will enhance public safety

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What framework do critics believe the Hong Kong national security bill undermines?

One country, two systems

One state, one system

One nation, one law

Two countries, one system