The first four countries were shared about today are these:
Kiribati (KEER-uh-bosh): https://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/kiribati.htm
Djibouti (juh-BOO-tee): https://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/djibouti.htm
Benin (be-NEEN): https://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/benin.htm
Liechtenstein (LICK-ten-stine): https://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/liechtenstein.htm

We also asked: “How many countries does the United Nations recognize as sovereign?” The answer is 195, according to WorldAtlas.com.  There are technically 197 countries, but the UN doesn’t recognize Taiwan or Kosovo as sovereign countries.

Congratulations to Brenda from Mount Vernon who wins the $5 gift certificate to Troyer’s of Apple Valley.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe