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When does the conclave to choose a successor to Pope Francis begin?

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May 7

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What will cardinal electors be required to do during the conclave?

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Take an oath of secrecy

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What colors of smoke will indicate the decision made by the conclave?

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Black for no, white for yes

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What is the highest number of cardinal electors allowed in a conclave as set by Pope Paul VI?

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120

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How many cardinal electors are eligible to vote in the upcoming conclave?

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133

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What percentage of the voting cardinals were appointed by Pope Francis?

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More than 80%

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What is required for a candidate to be elected pope?

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A two-thirds majority

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What percentage of the voting cardinals are Europeans in the upcoming conclave?

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47%

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Which regions make up at least 14% of the voting cardinals?

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  • Latin America (18%)
  • Asia and the Pacific (16%)
  • Africa and the Middle East (14%)
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Who is considered a top candidate for the papacy from Asia?

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Luis Antonio Tagle

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Which two African cardinals are often mentioned as potential candidates for the papacy?

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  • Peter Turkson
  • Fridolin Ambongo
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What significant trend has been observed in African Catholic numbers from 2022 to 2023?

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An increase of more than 3%

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What is the percentage of Italian cardinals in the upcoming conclave?

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14%

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How many popes has Italy produced compared to the next country on the list?

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216 popes, 200 more than France

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How many countries are represented among the cardinal electors in the conclave?

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71

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Name three countries that have never voted for a pope but have cardinal electors in this conclave.

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  • Rwanda
  • Myanmar
  • South Sudan
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What did Massimo Faggioli say about the current conclave?

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It has become more exotic

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Fill in the blank: The conclave will feature many long-established ______.

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rituals

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True or False: The conclave has never had more than 120 cardinal electors before.

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True

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What was the historical significance of the papacy of John Paul I in relation to Italian popes?

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Ended the tradition of Italian pontiffs

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What action did India take against Pakistan on Thursday?

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India fired attack drones into Pakistan, wounding four soldiers.

This incident heightened tensions between the two nuclear-armed countries.

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What did India target in Pakistan during the drone attacks?

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India targeted Pakistan’s air defense system.

Pakistan claimed to have shot down several drones during this operation.

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What was the outcome of the missile strikes by India into Pakistan?

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According to Pakistani officials, 31 civilians were killed due to Indian missile strikes.

India stated it was retaliating for the killing of 26 people in Kashmir.

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How many soldiers did Pakistan claim to have killed during exchanges of fire?

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Pakistan claimed to have killed 40 to 50 Indian soldiers.

India did not confirm this claim and reported one Indian soldier killed.

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What is the significance of the region of Kashmir between India and Pakistan?
Kashmir is a disputed region claimed in its entirety by both countries and has been the center of conflict, leading to two of their three wars. ## Footnote The region is highly militarized and has ongoing tensions.
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What was the public response of Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to the missile strikes?
Shehbaz Sharif vowed to avenge the deaths caused by India’s missile strikes. ## Footnote This rhetoric raised fears of further conflict between the two nations.
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What military asset did India use for its drone attacks?
India used Israeli-made Harop drones for the attacks. ## Footnote The Harop drone combines the capabilities of a drone and a missile.
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What were the reported civilian casualties during the exchanges of fire on Wednesday?
16 civilians were reported killed during the exchanges of fire by India’s Foreign Ministry. ## Footnote Pakistani officials reported six civilian deaths in similar incidents.
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What measures did India take in response to the heightened tensions?
India evacuated thousands of people from villages near the border and suspended flights at over two dozen airports. ## Footnote This was part of safety measures amidst the ongoing conflict.
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Fill in the blank: India's active military personnel number is _______.
1,475,750
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Fill in the blank: Pakistan's defense spending for 2024 is _______.
8.4 billion
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True or False: Pakistan has more nuclear warheads than India.
False
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What happened to a civilian during the drone attacks in Sindh province?
One civilian was killed and another wounded by debris from a downed drone. ## Footnote This incident highlights the collateral damage of military actions.
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What was the reported impact of the drone attacks on military sites?
A drone damaged a military site near Lahore, wounding four soldiers. ## Footnote This indicates the operational reach and effectiveness of the drones used.
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What was the response of Pakistan to India's missile attacks according to their Information Minister?
Pakistan has not responded to India's missile attacks yet but indicated there will be a response at an appropriate time. ## Footnote Such statements suggest ongoing tensions and potential for escalation.
36
Who succeeded in becoming Germany’s next chancellor on May 6, 2025?
Friedrich Merz ## Footnote Merz is the leader of the Christian Democratic Union.
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What was the significant outcome of the first round of voting for Friedrich Merz?
He received 310 votes, short of the 328 needed ## Footnote No other postwar candidate for German chancellor has failed to win on the first ballot.
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How many votes did Friedrich Merz receive in the second round of voting?
325 votes ## Footnote He needed 316 votes to pass in the 630-seat Bundestag.
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What coalition supports Friedrich Merz’s chancellorship?
Center-right Christian Democratic Union and Christian Social Union, along with center-left Social Democrats ## Footnote The Social Democrats were led by outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
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What are some key challenges faced by Merz's government?
Reviving the economy, dealing with the rise of the far-right Alternative for Germany party, controlling illegal migration ## Footnote These issues are critical for the new government’s agenda.
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What historical event coincided with the voting for Merz's chancellorship?
The 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender in World War II ## Footnote The voting took place in the restored Reichstag building.
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What is Germany's rank in global defense spending?
Fourth-largest ## Footnote Only the U.S., China, and Russia spend more on defense.
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What significant financial measure did Germany pass in 2022 for its armed forces?
100 billion euros investment ## Footnote This measure was aimed at boosting Germany's military capabilities.
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What political party is classified as a 'right-wing extremist' organization by the German domestic intelligence service?
Alternative for Germany (AfD) ## Footnote This classification subjects AfD to greater surveillance.
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True or False: The AfD was included in coalition talks following the February elections.
False ## Footnote The AfD was shut out of coalition talks due to a political 'firewall' against far-right parties.
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What was the reaction of U.S. officials to the classification of AfD as a right-wing extremist organization?
Blowback from U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance ## Footnote They criticized the classification and called on Germany to reconsider it.
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Fill in the blank: Friedrich Merz is the leader of the _______.
[Christian Democratic Union]
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What did Merz express gratitude for in his first speech after being sworn in?
Being elected in the second round of voting ## Footnote He emphasized looking forward to his new role and working with the parliament.
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What impact did Merz's first round defeat have on the stock market?
The DAX fell by 1.8% ## Footnote This reflected the shock waves sent throughout Europe following the unexpected result.
50
Supreme Court cases
United States v. Shilling (May 6, 2025) Noem v. Abrego Garcia (April 10, 2025) City and County of San Francisco v. EPA (March 4, 2025) Feliciano v. Department of Transportation (April 30, 2025) Advocate Christ Medical Center v. Kennedy (April 29, 2025) Griffin v. North Carolina State Board of Electors
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FDA v. Wages and White Lion Investments, LLC
The justices ruled unanimously that the Food and Drug Administration properly rejected applications by two companies to market candy- and dessert-flavored liquids for electronic cigarettes that are popular with youth.
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San Francisco v. the Environmental Protection Agency
The justices weakened the landmark Clean Water Act, continuing a string of high court decisions that have curbed the powers of the EPA to regulate pollution. Environmental groups said the decision will make it harder to rein in polluters, while business groups said the ruling clarifies what standards cities and corporations need to meet to comply with a discharge permit.
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Mike Morath
The current commissioner of education - A former member of the Dallas Independent School District's board of trustees, he was appointed commissioner of education by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Dec. 14, 2015.
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dementia
a brain disease, usually a beginning sign of Alzheimer's disease. A German study recently determined that proton pump inhibitors like Prevacid, Prilosec and Nexium (acid reducing medicines) should in increased risk factor for the disease.
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cuba
Cuba is experiencing an ongoing economic crisis marked by shortages, blackouts, and rising poverty. This has led to increased emigration and protests. The government continues to face challenges with power outages and fuel shortages, impacting daily life and essential services. Additionally, the U.S. embargo and the government's suppression of dissent remain significant issues
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Mahmoud Abbas
Palestine president
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Tren de Aragua
Venezuelan gang
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Mark Carney
Canadian prime minister, economist, liberal party
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Scott bassent
U.S tressury secretary
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Jerome Powell
federal chair trump called him a fool for keeping interest rates steady

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