The Week of November 27, 2022 by CoenM

What HAWAIIAN VOLCANO erupted for the first time since 1984, with its lava flow threatening the main highway connecting the east and west sides of the Big Island? Officials also voiced concern over air quality due to the combined eruptions of this volcano and nearby Kilauea.

Counsel for the US Supreme Court refuted claims that what JUSTICE leaked the decision in a 2014 case involving Hobby Lobby to its owners? The Justice has been outspoken in the past about the potential dangers from the leaking of the Dobbs decision.

"Psychological manipulation of a person usually over an extended period of time that causes the victim to question the validity of their own thoughts" is the start of Merriam Webster's definition of what WORD, which it named its Word of the Year for 2022?

What WORLD LEADER was the guest of honor at the Biden White House's first state dinner? His discussions with Biden prior to the dinner confirmed their joint support for Ukraine while he voiced concerns over the impact the Inflation Reduction Act is having in Europe.

Teodoro Obiang won election to a sixth term as president of what AFRICAN COUNTRY, making him the longest serving president in the world at 43 years in office and counting? Obiango won 95 percent of the vote in an election where opposition was allowed but lacked a free press to cover campaigns.

A committee of the Democratic National Committee approved of a plan suggested by President Biden that would move what STATE to the first primary slot for the 2024 Presidential primary? The state was critical to Biden's primary campaign, as was the endorsement of Congressman Jim Clyburn.

What CENTRAL AMERICAN COUNTRY send 10,000 police and military troops into the Soyapango township near its capital to crack down on street gangs? Breaking up street gangs is a major part of president Nayib Bukele's domestic agenda.

The US Air Force unveiled what new STEALTH BOMBER, which bears a strong resemblance to the B-2 Spirit bomber it will replace? You can give either the plane's alphanumeric designation or its nickname

A study in the New England Journal of Medicine stated that the drug lecanemab slowed the progression of what DISEASE while also removing deposits of beta amyloid from the brain? Experts are debating if the drug's modest effects outweigh side effects like brain bleeds and brain swelling.

Prince William and Princess Catherine visited Boston for the second awarding of what PRIZES that recognize work supporting the environment? The choice of Boston was due to William being inspired to start these awards by a John F. Kennedy speech.

What NEW YORK CONGRESSMAN was chosen to replace Nancy Pelosi as leader of the Democratic members of the US House of Representatives? The move makes him the first Black legislator to lead a party in either chamber of Congress.

Stewart Rhodes, founder of what RIGHT WING EXTREMIST GROUP, was found guilty (along with another member of his group) of seditious conspiracy for his actions during the January 6 attack on the US Capitol? Both could be sentenced for up to 20 years on this conviction.