On this date in 1888, John Logie Baird, a brilliant inventor, was born in Dunbartonshire. He is renowned for his groundbreaking work in creating the first functional television, transmitting recognizable images for the first time. His inventive spirit led him to utilize everyday items such as biscuit tins, darning needles, and bicycle lenses in his experiments, paving the way for modern television and influencing countless trivia questions we encounter today. So, get ready to engage your mind and challenge yourself with these 15 quiz questions. Let’s get started!

Welcome to the Thursday news quiz, edition number 260.

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