Which conflict that started in 1756 officially ended after a Treaty of Paris was signed in February 1763? This event mandated an exchange of territories between global powers like Great Britain, France, Spain, Prussia and had major ramifications as far as Africa and the Americas.

This illustration by graphic designer Noma Bar has been used as the cover of which 1983 novel? A sequel to "Pinball, 1973", the book's title is derived by replacing the waterfowl in an idiom about trying to attain the unattainable - the core theme of the book - with that of an animal shown on the cover.

The scent "Beach Walk" captures the vibrant memories of a walk along a sandy beach at Calvi, a commune in which island of the Mediterranean? It is one of the 18 administrative regions of France.

This Fabergé egg used to reveal a mechanical sedan chair with Catherine the Great seated inside. Its exterior is based on the works of François Boucher, albeit in a style of 'grey' painting that originated in Proto-Renaissance Italy. What name was it thus christened?

The males of which ethnolinguistic group traditionally wear a long turban called alasho, which covers most of their head and neck? With a population of over 86 million, communities are found all over the Sahel in West Africa and they speak the namesake language of the Afro-Asiatic language family.

This illustration by graphic designer Noma Bar has been used as the cover of which 1999 novel with a two-word alliterative name? The artwork depicts an entity that achieved a certain world-first as a representation of how the two lovers in the story orbit each other's lives.

Identify this athlete who lifted a total of 318 kg, 5.14 times his body weight at the 2016 Rio Olympics. This Colombian overcame a lumbar hernia to beat Eko Yuli Irawan by over 6 kg in the final.

What term is used for this cocktail technique to add a visual and flavour-enhancing effect to the drink? Mainly used on gin and whisky cocktails, it involves burning applewood or hickory under a cloche to impart a complex finish to the drink.

As of 7th October 2024, there have been 5 women who have won the Nobel Prize in Physics, the first of which was Marie Curie in 1903.

Which German-American became the second woman recipient of the Physics Nobel in 1963? She was recognised for her work on the nuclear shell model of the atomic nucleus and would go on to work on isotope separation for the Manhattan Project.

At the time of this structure's completion in 691 CE, it was the world's largest architectural feature of its kind that was constructed only out of wood. It is considered to be the world's oldest surviving work of Islamic architecture. Which structure, whose name includes the architectural feature, is this?

Subacute Sclerosing Panencephalitis is assigned a Zebra Factor of 10 in House, M.D. It is a rare form of progressive brain inflammation caused by a virus responsible for a highly contagious infectious disease common in children. Which vaccine-preventable disease, where small spots called Koplik's Spots form inside the mouth, is this?

This Fabergé egg made for tsarevich Alexei's second birthday is a clock-egg, and hence contains no surprise. It is recognised by the type of structure depicted in the centre - a series of upright columns joined by their entablature. What name was it thus christened?

Which heavy metal band, that toured India in 2012, can be seen here from their Mega-Monsters tour? Fronted by Joe Duplantier, this band is known for albums like L'Enfant Sauvage and Terra Incognita.

The males of which ethnolinguistic group inhabiting Niger and Mali traditionally wore a long veil called the fatalaa? With sub-groups known as Zarma and Isawaghen, they descend from the namesake empire established by Sunni Ali in the 15th century, one of the largest in African history.

Throughout history, a "Treaty of Paris" has ended many a conflict in different parts of the world.

Which conflict did a Treaty of Paris officially end in March 1856? It primarily demilitarised the Black Sea and declared it neutral territory, apart from guaranteeing the integrity of the Ottoman Empire.

Which country is home to the Rūdninkai military training area, located near its border with Belarus? This Baltic nation will start hosting the German Panzerbrigade 45 from 2025 onwards.

This structure completed in 1436 continues to hold the record for being the world's largest brick and mortar dome. Its ceiling depicts The Last Judgment, a fresco which was begun by Giorgio Vasari in 1572 and completed after his death by Federico Zuccari, in 1579. Which structure is this?

Which country is home to Price Barracks military installation, located in its largest village named Ladyville? It houses the "British Army Training and Support Unit ______" (BATSUB), which is the main international facility for jungle training for the British forces.

Noma Bar is an Israeli-British graphic designer noted for his minimalist approach and bold use of negative spaces. This illustration has been used as the cover of which 1987 novel? The book's title is borrowed from a 1965 song, with the image presumably showing a Scandinavian forest.

Birch used to be the most popular choice of wood to make what sporting equipment? It responded well to heat, allowing manufacturers to easily curve and create a 'blade'. Today, carbon fibre composites are the materials of choice.

This arrangement involves each curtain being tied in the centre, creating a tapered form that allows for light to pass through whilst maintaining privacy. Identify this style (9 or 4,5), which looks like a figure with a small waist.

What two-word term is used for cocktails stored in such containers to build a more complex flavour over time? This technique comes from the world of distillery, where they typically use oak casks kept at precise temperatures and levels of humidity to develop flavour, colour and tone.

Mood Kharab is an Amazon Prime Special by which comedian? Largely focussing on fictionalised personal stories, he created the series Laakhon Mein Ek and even launched a stand-up masterclass with FrontRow.

The House of Fabergé created a total of 52 eggs for the Imperial family, of which 46 still survive.

This Fabergé egg divides into two compartments when opened and reveals a type of painting with three carved panels that are hinged together. What name was it thus christened?