Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers several news topics: Researchers at the University of Hong Kong confirmed the first case of COVID-19 reinfection, where a man was asymptomatic upon reinfection with a different strain. TikTok has filed a lawsuit against President Trump's administration over efforts to ban the app in the US, citing concerns about data privacy and national security. Postmaster General Louis Dejoy testified before the House Oversight Committee, assuring that the US Postal Service can handle election mail securely and on time, despite public concerns. Lastly, Newsy announced it will stream the Republican National Convention.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did researchers at the University of Hong Kong report about COVID-19?

A new variant that is more deadly.

COVID-19 is no longer a threat.

A new vaccine was developed.

The first confirmed case of reinfection.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for President Trump's executive order against TikTok?

Concerns over user data being sent to China.

TikTok's popularity among teenagers.

TikTok's refusal to pay taxes.

The app's influence on the stock market.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did TikTok respond to the executive order?

By filing a lawsuit against President Trump.

By changing its privacy policy.

By shutting down its US operations.

By increasing its advertising budget.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What assurance did Postmaster General Louis Dejoy give regarding the upcoming election?

New sorting machines will be installed.

Ballots will be delivered securely and on time.

The election will be postponed.

Mail services will be suspended.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Louis Dejoy say about cost-cutting measures?

They will include hiring more staff.

They have been permanently canceled.

They will resume after the November election.

They will be implemented immediately.