Explanation

• The United States (USA) announced withdrawal from the World Health Organization.
• The decision was made during the Trump administration in 2020.
• The reason given was concerns over WHO handling of COVID-19 and funding issues.
• Later, this decision was reversed by the Biden administration in 2021.
• On January 22, 2026, the United States officially completed its withdrawal from the WHO, ending a 78-year membership.

Last verified on 02-05-2026

Explanation

• The United States of America is located in the North American continent.
• It consists of 50 states.
• Alaska is the largest state of the USA by area.
• It was purchased from Russia in 1867.
• California is the largest state of the USA by population.
• Texas is the 2nd largest state by area.

Last verified on 27-04-2026

Explanation

On the evening of April 25, 2026, a security incident occurred involving U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C.

The suspect has been identified as Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old from California.

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Explanation

The Strait of Hormuz crisis primarily involves tensions between Iran and the United States.

This narrow waterway is strategically vital because a large portion of the world’s oil supply passes through it, so conflicts between Iran and the U.S. in this region have global economic and security implications.

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Explanation

The U.S. Army chief who was removed in April 2026 was Randy George.

He was serving as the Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army when he was asked to step down (effectively fired) by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on April 2, 2026, and was forced into immediate retirement.

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