By Basant El-Faramawy
NBC News published a weekly news quiz on October 31, 2026, challenging readers on recent developments across sports, business, and government affairs. The quiz highlights five major stories from the week.
Sports and Entertainment Headlines
The quiz references a first-time World Series winner and the NFL's announcement of this season's Super Bowl halftime performer, though specific names are not disclosed in the quiz prompt.
Travel and Security Incidents
One question covers a luxury cruise that went "horribly wrong," while another addresses the doxxing of employees at a federal agency. Details of the cruise incident and the agency involved are not specified.
Business Acquisition
The quiz also includes DoorDash's acquisition of a competitor, described as the company "swallowing up some competition." The acquired company is not named in the source material.
