2021
A mob of Donald Trump supporters, angry at his loss in the 2020 election, stormed the US Capitol on this day.
When is January 6th?
The $44 billion purchase of this social media platform was followed by a rebrand - to a single letter.
What is Twitter/X?
A friend to many, this actor passed away in his home on October 28th after battling with drug addiction.
Who is Matthew Perry?
When asked for a move that "makes a man go crazy", Hailey Welch's response went viral for her inclusion of this onomatopoeia.
What is 'Hawk Tuah'?
This Netflix hit show aired its 5th and final season in three installments, from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve.
What is Stranger Things?
On July 6th, he was named NBA Finals MVP for his 50 points scored in Game 6, earning Milwaukee their first championship in 50 years.
Who is Giannis Antetokounmpo?
The 94th Academy Awards grew violent when this actor slapped presenter Chris Rock on stage.
Who is Will Smith?
Ryan Gosling's role in a summer blockbuster helped popularize the parody motivational phrase "I am ___".
What is "Kenough"?
Martial law was declared on December 3rd in this nation, though it was lifted the next day. The president was later impeached and removed.
What is South Korea?
June 14th was labeled this Day as millions worldwide took to the streets to protest the Trump administration.
What is No Kings Day?
Olivia Rodrigo released her debut album, titled this, on May 21st.
What is Sour?
On June 24th, in a landmark decision, the US Supreme Court overturned this nearly 50-year-old case in a vote of 6-3.
What is Roe vs. Wade?
After only 270 days, this former House speaker was ousted and replaced by Mike Johnson.
Who is Kevin McCarthy?
In a Metro Boomin song in march, an artist publicly denounced this "Big 3" of hip hop, placing only himself at the top.
Who are Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and J Cole?
A July advertisement for this brand landed Sydney Sweeney in a massive controversy.
What is American Eagle?
Beloved actress Betty White passed away on December 31st, at this age.
What is 99 years old?
The viral defamation trial between these two Hollywood stars was decided on June 1st, ending with a $10 million payout in compensatory damages to the plaintiff.
Who are Johnny Depp and Amber Heard?
Although published in 2016, this Colleen Hoover title saw a resurgence and rose to become the best-selling book in 2023.
What is It Ends With Us?
This British singer-songwriter earned his first Emmy for his "Farewell from Dodger Stadium", making him the 19th person to achieve EGOT status.
Who is Elton John?
September protests in this nation led to the burning of multiple government buildings, as well as the resignation of the prime minister.
What is Nepal?
On June 25th, this former officer was sentenced to 22 years in prison for the murder of George Floyd.
Who is Derek Chauvin?
The former Prime Minister of this nation was assassinated at a political event on July 8th.
What is Japan?
Founded in 2009, this submersible company halted its operations following the implosion of its Titan sub, which claimed the life of its CEO and all others on board.
What is OceanGate?
Luigi Mangione was arrested in December as the prime suspect in the assassination of this company's CEO.
What is United Healthcare?
Pope Leo XIV was inaugurated in May, becoming the first Catholic Pope to hold citizenship in either of these two nations.
What are United States and Peru?