Politics
This conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA was assassinated on September 10, 2025, at a university event in Utah, sparking national debate about political violence.
Charlie Kirk
In 2025, this franchise won its first IPL title, defeating Gujarat Titans in a thrilling final to claim the championship. Who were they?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
This pop star set a TikTok record in 2025 for the fastest video to reach 100 million likes with a dance challenge inspired by her latest hit. Who was it?
Taylor Swift
A moment at this band’s concert in Boston went viral when a “kiss cam” clip featuring two corporate executives caused major online chatter and real‑world fallout. Who's concert was this at?
Coldplay
This territory suffered a severe famine in 2025 as a result of blockades and conflict during its ongoing war, drawing global humanitarian concern.
Palestine
This Democratic state assemblyman was elected Mayor of New York City in 2025, becoming the city’s youngest mayor in over a century and its first Muslim to hold the office.
Zohran Mamdani
This Italian tennis star defeated Carlos Alcaraz in four sets to win the 2025 Wimbledon men’s singles title, becoming the first Italian man to lift the trophy. Who was it?
Jannik Sinner
In 2025, this singer became the first woman to headline both Coachella and Glastonbury in the same year, setting a record for cross‑continental festival appearances. Who was it?
Beyonce
This collectible craze, featuring “ugly‑cute” blind‑box figures that became a fashion and internet obsession in 2025, was everywhere from TikTok to high‑end bags.
labubu
This European country hosted the 2025 NATO summit in The Hague, where leaders pledged increased defense spending amid global tensions.
The Netherlands
In September 2025, this country encountered a series of youth-led protested corruption and a social media ban, ultimately forcing the prime minister to resign and leading to new interim leadership.
Nepal
In July 2025, this club defeated Paris Saint‑Germain 3‑0 at MetLife Stadium to become FIFA Club World Cup champions. Who won it?
Chelsea
This band, when on tour, brought on one of their ex-co stars who they starred with in an iconic Disney movie. Who were they?
The Jonas Brothers
Internet culture in 2025 saw this surreal AI‑generated meme style, featuring creatures with pseudo‑Italian names, take off thanks to bizarre visuals and absurd humour. What were they called?
Italian Brainrot
This African country hosted the 2025 G20 Summit, the first ever to take place on the African continent.
This Grammy‑nominated artist surprised conservative activists awkwardly referring to Vice- President JD Vance as an “assassin” onstage.
Nikki Minaj
At the 2025 Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona, this McLaren driver took the checkered flag ahead of teammate Lando Norris to earn his fifth win of the season which ultimately won him the Spanish Grand Prix. Who was this?
Oscar Piastri
This athlete appeared and danced during Kendrick Lamar's halftime show at the NFL. Who was it?
Serena Williams
This internet trend described the act of cultivating effortless charisma online, popularized by a viral dance video of an Indonesian boy and sparking a phrase used across memes and commentary about “cool energy.”
Aura farming
Thousands took to the streets in late 2025 in this Balkan country, leading to the resignation of the government and withdrawal of its controversial 2026 budget proposal.
What major peace agreement ended a 2025 border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand?
The Kuala Lumpur Peace Accord
In June 2025, this NBA team won its first championship since relocating by defeating the Indiana Pacers in a thrilling seven‑game Finals series. Which team was this?
Oklahoma City Thunder
This newly formed boy-band was put together in a documentary produced by Simon Cowell in his quest to form the next boyband of the decade. Having released only a cover they have still managed to amass an enormous social media presence. What are they called?
December 10
This social media sound from a Jet 2 ad became a hilariously viral trend for chaotic travel clips. Who was the artist that sung the song that featured in this ad.
Jess Glyne
In 2025, this Central Asian nation hosted a major China‑Central Asia Summit aimed at strengthening regional cooperation with Beijing.
Kazakhstan