Squiz Quiz – 21 September 2024
1. Attacks aimed at Hezbollah in Lebanon saw explosives planted in what?
Lebanon has accused Israel of the attacks, but Israel has yet to comment.
2. Where was the man who's accused of this week's assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump from?
Trump is “safe and well” after the Secret Service agents saw a weapon “poking out of the bushes” on his Florida golf course and whisked him away.
3. What did PM Anthony Albanese refuse to rule out this week?
That’s because his government’s having trouble getting 3 pieces of legislation through the Senate.
4. This week marked the 25th anniversary of...?
In 1999, the Indonesian territory was in crisis over its independence. Then PM John Howard sent Aussie troops in to settle things down.
5. The Federal Police busted dozens of criminals this week for their involvement with what encrypted app?
They allege the Australian-made app was used to plan drug deals, murders and kidnappings here and overseas.
6. What does the latest flight data confirm about Aussies' travel habits?
It's being dubbed "revenge travel" as people make up for lost time following the COVID restrictions. Remember those?
7. New research from comparison site Finder confirmed what about coffee?
That's because to get a sizeable financial benefit, you'd have to be buying multiple cups a day.
8. Name the popstar who announced a major tour kicking off in February?
And she's announced a new album's on the way - Tension II.
9. How did a man from the Central Highlands in Queensland raise $100,000 for a local animal charity?
That’s some thirsty work…
10. Which famous figure did Elizabeth Debicki play in 'The Crown' that saw her win an Emmy this week?
She said it's taken her a while to shake her mannerisms...
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