On May 30th, who was found guilty of 34 crimes, only to be elected President of the United States a few months later?
Donald Trump
On January 1st 2024, what disaster occurred in Japan?
Noto Peninsula Earthquake
(241 died)
Which American singer became the world's first musician to be a billionaire from her songs and concerts?
Taylor Swift
What Japanese actress passed away in December at 54 years of age?
Miho Nakayama
In September 2024, who quit as the Japanese Prime Minister?
Fumio Kishida
The 2024 Summer Olympics were held in this international city.
Paris, France (or Paris)
The Song of the Year at the 2024 Grammy Awards, was "What Was I Made For? by Billie Ellish.
What movie was this song created for?
Barbie
This former member of One Direction died in October while visiting Argentina
Liam Payne
On March 17th, this leader was re-elected with 88% of the country voting for him
Vladimir Putin
Which team won the Japan Series for the first time in 26 years?
Yokohama DeNA Baystars
On July 3, 2024, what change happened to Japanese money?
Banknotes were redesigned
This British film star (Maggie Smith) died in September. What movie is she famous for?
Harry Potter
This country's leader (Assad) was overthrown on December 8 by rebel forces
Syria
Which team won the 2024 MLB World Series?
The Los Angeles Dodgers
What did Ippei Mizuhara do that will send him to jail?
He stole $17million from Shohei Otani's bank account.
This former Hawaiian-born Yokozuna died in April.
Akebono Taro
What country located south of the US elected its first female president, Claudia Sheinbaum.
Mexico
What group in Japan won the Nobel Peace Prize this year?
Nihon Hidankyo
What was the most popular film in Japan in 2024?
Detective Conan: The Million Dollar Pentagram
This Japanese enka singer died in January.
Aki Yashiro