August 23, 2024
On today’s CNN 10, we learn about a labor dispute halting freight railroads in Canada. The disruption could have a huge impact on industries in the United States. We’ll also learn about a new name for surge pricing. And next in our CNN Olympics series, we’re meeting with Team USA sensation Grant Holloway who is sprinting through life’s hurdles. We finish off with the World Dog Surfing Championships – that’s all on today’s CNN 10!
WEEKLY NEWS QUIZ
1. What US city hosted this year’s Democratic National Convention?
2. Considered an invasive species, what has slithered its way into the Everglades ecosystem?
3. Featured in Monday’s episode, which US gymnast won 3 gold medals at the Paris Olympics?
4. Sparking fears of a larger quake, what country experienced a 7.1 magnitude earthquake on August 8th?
5. Featured on Tuesday’s episode, a Canadian engineer stumbled on a state television feed from what country?
6. According to recent estimates, how much is a 40 ounce gold bar worth?
7. European scientists have sent a spacecraft to explore whether the moons of what planet can support life?
8. Which Olympian is known for his signature glasses and superman-like style?
9. Facing a health emergency, what infectious disease are African nations planning to begin vaccinating for soon?
10. Featured in Friday’s episode, what country is seeing a railway shutdown from two railroad companies?
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