September 29, 2023
Today on CNN10, we take you into space, under the sea and up a mangrove tree. Discover electric-blue spiders and long-lived “blue zones.” Plus, a picnic PSA from Mexico.
WEEKLY NEWS QUIZ
1. Which large country relies on volunteers to combat rural wildfires?
2. What is the name of the group that just ended its historic Hollywood strike?
3. NASA’s OSIRIS-REx was the first US mission to collect what kind of sample?
4. What is the name of the breakaway region attacked by Azerbaijan?
5. Which American river is threatened by salt water from the Gulf of Mexico?
6. Which ecommerce giant was recently sued by the Federal Trade Commission?
7. What are regions called when its inhabitants live longer than average?
8. Which NASA astronaut just set a US record for longest space flight?
9. What color is the tarantula species recently discovered by researchers in Thailand?
10. What is the name of the weather pattern that could mean hot, dry conditions for Australia?
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Daisy Hips is a science communicator who brings the wonders of the natural world to readers. Her articles explore breakthroughs in various scientific disciplines, from space exploration to environmental conservation. Daisy is also an advocate for science education and enjoys stargazing in her spare time.
