Weekly News Quiz: October 31, 2025

By Alexandra Banner and James Grant

A high-stakes meeting. A powerful hurricane. A cultural celebration. What do you remember from the week that was?

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Which region did President Donald Trump visit this week?

President Trump completed a diplomatic tour in Asia, where he met with key leaders. On Thursday, a landmark trade summit took place between Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping — their first face-to-face meeting in six years.

Which country was among the hardest hit when Hurricane Melissa tore through the Caribbean this week?

Melissa made landfall in Jamaica as one of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes on record. The storm also caused severe damage in Cuba, Haiti and the Bahamas.

Which program could be paused in November due to the government shutdown?

In an unprecedented situation, millions of Americans could lose access to the crucial food assistance program SNAP — the formal name for food stamps — due to the federal government shutdown.

Millions watched the MLB World Series this week. Which two teams battled for the championship?

The Toronto Blue Jays faced off against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2025 MLB World Series.

Which company topped $5 trillion in market value this week?

AI chipmaker Nvidia became the first publicly traded company to surpass $5 trillion in market value — the same week that Apple topped the $4 trillion mark for the first time.

The Federal Reserve recently cut interest rates to their lowest level in how many years?

The Federal Reserve lowered its benchmark lending rate to a range between 3.75% and 4%, the lowest in three years.

Which country may soon no longer be classified as measles-free?

Canada is poised to lose its measles elimination status — and the US could too. A country is no longer considered to be measles-free if the virus returns and transmission is sustained continuously for more than a year, according to the World Health Organization.

Which celebration began in Mexico City this week?

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebrations occurred in Mexico City, with hundreds taking to the streets dressed as La Catrina, the iconic Mexican skeleton figure.

Which group received $0 paychecks this week in the US?

Air traffic controllers across the US received $0 paychecks this week as the government shutdown continues to leave tens of thousands of federal workers without pay.