Find out how much you know about the week’s local news, and see how you do against other Times Union readers. We’ll upload a new batch of questions Friday morning. Sign up for our news quiz email, and ...

What’s your purpose in life? It’s a daunting question. But your answer may say a lot about your well-being. Studies link a sense of purpose to better physical and mental health. But your purpose isn’t ...

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Every two years, the world comes together in celebration of the Olympic Games. Established in Greece, the Olympics have been around for thousands of years. While they've evolved over time, one thing ...

Why do baseball umpires wear black underwear? How long is the longest burp ever recorded? Which two states make it illegal to get married on a dare? If you know the answers to those trivia questions, ...

Testing for meningitis may include a physical exam, blood tests, bacterial cultures, imaging, and a spinal tap for cerebrospinal fluid testing to confirm the diagnosis. Seek emergency care for severe ...

Footnote for Grad. rates by GPA groups: For each cohort year, unweighted high-school or transfer GPAs are bucketed into “Top” (≥66.7th percentile), “Bottom” (<33.3rd percentile), and “Middle” (all ...

January 30, 2026 • When the news gets too heavy, the quiz is forced to turn to pop culture questions — so there are a lot this week. Let's see how you do!