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Weekly News Quiz

Test yourself on the World Cup, Medicare coverage and ’70s funk music


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This quiz was created using generative AI. It was reviewed by editors before publication.

Question 1 of 8

How many teams will compete in the 2026 World Cup, making it the biggest one yet?

The global soccer competition, which takes place every four years, comes to North America June 11 to July 19, and this World Cup will be the biggest yet, with 48 teams. Eleven U.S. cities will host 78 of the 104 games, and Mexico and Canada will host 13 each.

Question 2 of 8

True or false: The surplus in Social Security’s trust funds will be depleted in 2034 unless Congress passes legislation to shore up the system’s finances.

The Social Security trustees’ 2026 new report estimates that the combined funds that pay out Social Security retirement, survivor and disability benefits will run dry in 2034. Without congressional action to address the shortfall, annual revenue flowing into the program will cover only about 83 percent of benefits once the trust funds are depleted.

Question 3 of 8

Summer vacation season is here, but — before you embark on your next trip — do your homework so you’ll know how to get assistance if you become ill or injured. If you have original Medicare and travel within the United States, where are you covered?

If you have original Medicare and you’re traveling within the 50 states, District of Columbia and U.S. territories — American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands — you’re covered. Just confirm that the provider or care center accepts Medicare.

Question 4 of 8

Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, drummer for the Tonight Show and an Academy Award-winning director, recently released a new documentary (available on HBO/HBO Max) about which legendary band?

The legendary, Grammy-winning band Earth Wind & Fire gets the documentary treatment it deserves, and it’s a rich tale. Trace the story of the band’s founding by the late Maurice White in the 1970s through its evolution and survival as a cultural and spiritual force, and make room to jump up off the sofa and dance!

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Question 5 of 8

What do experts say is the single most effective way to help improve joint lubrication and ease stiffness?

“Of all the treatments [for joint stiffness] out there, there’s really nothing more effective than exercise,” says Dr. Gregory Martin, an orthopedic surgeon in Palm Beach, Florida. Recent research indicates that exercise boosts the production of lubricin, a joint-protective protein that keeps synovial fluid slippery and helps reduce friction during motion.

Question 6 of 8

Which gene mutation is a major target in newer pancreatic cancer treatments?

Researchers have identified several targets in pancreatic cancer; a big one is a mutation on the KRAS gene, which is present in the vast majority of pancreatic cancer cases. One such promising therapy is a drug called daraxonrasib, which essentially turns off the KRAS protein so the cancer can’t grow. A study published May 31 found that the pill nearly doubled pancreatic cancer patients’ survival time compared to chemotherapy and produced fewer side effects.

Question 7 of 8

Among adults who feel financially secure, what share of them have money set aside for unexpected expenses, according to a new AARP survey?

Among adults who feel financially secure, 84 percent have money set aside for unexpected expenses. Among those who feel insecure, 33 percent do. Thirty-seven percent of financially secure adults said they could cover a $2,000 unexpected expense without a problem. Among adults who feel insecure, only 3 percent said the same.

Question 8 of 8

For travelers 50-plus who are tired of the hassles of flying, the train is more than a way to get somewhere. It’s a reminder that getting there can be enjoyable. Which rail route includes a scenic stretch called the Shore Line between Old Saybrook and New London?

The best part of the Northeast Regional route is the beautiful coastal scenery, mostly in Connecticut. One stretch called the Shore Line runs between the Old Saybrook and New London stations and feels like you’re gliding along the ocean. Along Niantic Bay, the track is so close to the water that it feels like you’re riding on the Long Island Sound.

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