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News in 60 Seconds

Free current affairs quiz for form time. Generates discussion prompts and questions from recent news headlines — brilliant for keeping students engaged with the world.

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Good moments to use it

Where news in 60 seconds earns its place

  • Start form time with a relevant news discussion
  • Run citizenship and media literacy activities
  • Encourage critical thinking about current events

Help

News in 60 Seconds FAQ

Practical answers about setup, classroom use and what pupils need to do.

Is the news content filtered for schools?

Yes. The headlines are selected to be appropriate for classroom discussion.

Does it update automatically?

Yes. It refreshes with current headlines so your discussions stay relevant.

Can I use it in subject lessons?

Yes. It works brilliantly in geography, history, English and citizenship.

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