Today's Trivia Questions

14

He was sentenced in 1990 to 10 years in prison. His name was Michael Milken, and was known as the "...what...King"?

11

Carol Channing won the Tony award as Best Actress for her role in one of Broadway's longest running shows. What was the title?

14

What inventor demonstrated the first practical radio communication system in 1895?

3

It is said that when he returned home after serving as Ambassador to France in 1789, he brought the first pasta-making machine to America. Who was he?

39

What is the ideal specific gravity range for a saltwater reef aquarium?

9

Which U.S. city has these three nicknames: air crossroads of the world, Chicago of the north, largest city in the largest state?

7

The first oil well in the United States was drilled in 1859 in which state? Was it Oklahoma, West Virginia, or Pennsylvania?

32

In brewing, what term describes the liquid extracted from the mash before it is boiled with hops?

2

What are the two most widely spoken languages in Africa?

60

What quantum process, the Migdal effect, was directly observed experimentally for the first time in January 2026?

15

Who is third in the presidential line of succession after the Vice President?

53

What CW superhero series, part of the Arrowverse, follows forensic scientist Barry Allen as he gains super-speed after a particle accelerator explosion?

6

What US government agency manages the national parks?

47

Which film received a record-breaking 16 Oscar nominations for the 2026 Academy Awards ceremony?

16

There are 17 hours difference in time zones between San Francisco and Tokyo. If an airplane leaves Tokyo at 3 p.m. on Friday, and flies 10 hours to San Francisco, what day and time does it arrive in SF? (don't forget to write am or pm and the day)