What kind of insect has appeared in swarms over East Africa, consuming crops and causing concerns that a severe food shortage could occur in the months ahead?

What kind of object, which dates back to the 1950s, was recently discovered at an Ohio middle school, giving a time capsule's glimpse into the life of its owner?

A storm named Dennis, which was a "bomb cyclone," recently caused widespread flooding in what nation?

What U.S. company recently announced that it would close 125 department stores over the next three years as it tries to save money and adapt to changing shopping habits?

On Thursday's show, we reported that NASA was funding proposals for missions involving three planets (including some of their moons). Name two of these planets.

For political, religious, and personal reasons, many of the statues of ancient Egypt were vandalized over the millennia. What part of these figures was often targeted?

Name America's largest retail company, which expects a strong year despite disappointing holiday season sales in 2019.

Name the biggest container shipping company in the world, which is seeing decreased demand for shipping as a side effect of the coronavirus outbreak in China.

In which mountain chain are the Ceneri Base Tunnel and the Gotthard Base Tunnel expected to significantly reduce train travel times in Europe?

“Parasite” became the first non-English language movie to win Best Picture at the Academy Awards. What language was it filmed in?

What’s the trendiest item in the produce aisle these days, according to market experts?

Health officials are worried that the Wuhan coronavirus might be able to be spread in what unexpected way?

Which two performers brought glitz, glamor and a little bit of political commentary to this year’s Super Bowl halftime show?

Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow on Groundhog Day, which according to legend means we’ll have…

The Iowa caucuses devolved into several days of uncertainty when vote reporting was delayed due to what complication?

Approximately how many subscribers has Disney+ netted since the streaming service first rolled out in November? The number has smashed expectations, despite the obvious popularity of Disney content.

According to a new study out of Canada, which of these activities is the most dangerous for pedestrians to engage in?

What was the name of the storm that struck the Bahamas on September 1, 2019, causing the damage from which the islands are struggling to recover?

In London, an exhibition recently opened that features the work of what historic artist, whose name has stirred debate because so many people pronounce it differently?

A NASA/ESA spacecraft that recently launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida is headed for an elliptical orbit around what?

A new study suggests that the Deepwater Horizon oil spill might have been 30 percent bigger than originally thought. In what body of water did it occur?

The cruise ship Diamond Princess, where at least 175 of the people who were aboard have been diagnosed with the Wuhan coronavirus, is currently docked in what nation?

In what African nation, which has 11 official languages, is new "Meerkat" technology being used to dramatically decrease the poaching of rhinos?

What current environmental issue is Australia still facing that California also faces each year?