Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers three main news stories: ongoing protests in a country over economic issues and a proposed tax on messaging platforms, US Defense Secretary Mark Esper's visit to Afghanistan to restart peace talks with the Taliban, and UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's request to extend the Brexit deadline due to a lack of parliamentary approval for a deal.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What were the initial reasons for the protests mentioned in the text?

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What was the amount of debt the country is facing?

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What did US Defense Secretary Mark Esper aim to achieve during his trip to Afghanistan?

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What request did Prime Minister Boris Johnson make regarding the Brexit deadline?

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What was the outcome if Parliament did not approve a Brexit deal?

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