Simple English News Daily World News Quiz 2025 (from Luke's English Podcast)
Dec 29, 2025
Stephen Devincenzi, the host of Simple English News Daily, joins Luke for a fun and engaging World News Quiz covering key events from 2025. They tackle intriguing questions about the rise of DeepSeek AI and a catastrophic wildfire in Los Angeles. Stephen reveals surprising facts about the return of Canada's Mark Carney and Japan's first female leader. With a touch of humor, they address serious news before reflecting on Luke's performance, emphasizing the importance of staying informed in today's world.
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Swedish Church Moved Intact
- A 113‑year‑old church in Sweden was moved whole to a new location, transported on a massive wheeled trolley.
- Stephen described the logistics: 224 wheels and streets cleared for the five‑kilometre move.
Stolen Painting Revealed In Home Listing
- A Dutch newspaper discovered a Nazi‑stolen painting in Argentina because it appeared in real‑estate sale photos.
- The family had kept it on the wall and photographed it for the listing, exposing its location.
Sagrada Familia Tops World Charts
- Barcelona's Sagrada Familia reached 163 metres in 2025, becoming the world's tallest church when a central tower was raised.
- Construction has spanned over 140 years with completion dates repeatedly pushed back.