The August 15, 2026 Wall Street Journal business quiz challenges readers with a mix of political, natural‑disaster, culinary, biotech, and sports questions. Each prompt invites a single answer that tests current affairs knowledge.

Question one asks which state former White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, stepping down to focus on family, once ran for Congress. The second highlights the 7.4‑magnitude earthquake that devastated a country, causing loss of life, destruction and fiscal strain. The third asks about Domino’s new pizza and its unique features. The fourth probes loyal’s focus as a biotech startup.

In question five, Democratic socialist Francesca Hong lost a gubernatorial primary she was expected to win in Wisconsin, and the victor was named. Question six details a group led by Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner that agreed to buy a majority stake in a team valued at $12.5 billion. The seventh asks what the hottest summer seller is “urchin” bait.

Question eight reveals who authored a new AI vision in a 6,500‑word essay, while question nine notes that the University of Michigan will offer a new program for 2027 freshmen, citing a “mental health crisis.” Readers score their knowledge by answering all questions.