Which type of paper is made using layers of dried pulp that undergo treatment to improve its porosity, particle retention and fiber strength? They are often treated with additional agents for applications ranging from daily use in homes to clinical use in research labs.

Identify this game (5) by Take5Games that involves swapping tiles to make all rows or all columns the same colour. Its title is a tribute to an Hungarian architect whose invention has the same objective.

Which 1842 poem does M narrate at her hearing in Skyfall? The film sees M's strength and determination being tested, much like the subject of the poem.

Identify this game (5) by Take5Games that involves forming a word using randomly drawn letters. Yes, its title can also refer to a game of chance where players mark called-out numbers on their cards.

Which venture capitalist and entrepreneur inspired the character Randall? Much like this co-founder of PayPal and the Founder's Fund, this character is obsessed with longevity and yearns for “super-duper medical treatments” that would render him immortal.

Tree Cities of the World is an initiative to recognise metropolitan areas with extensive green spaces. Which city, the most populous one in its hemisphere, houses a UNESCO-listed Green Belt Biosphere Reserve within its limits? Parque Estadual da Cantareira was one of the green spaces that led to it receiving this recognition.

The entrance to the Grand Egyptian Museum features a "hanging obelisk", the first of its kind in the world. This 16m tall, 87-ton obelisk is designed to be viewed from below, revealing a rare cartouche of which pharaoh, whose 66-year rule was the longest recorded reign of any pharaoh?

Which 1717 poem does Mary quote in the Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind? This tragedy reflects the film's central theme about erasing painful memories.

The famous [blank] Enthroned statue is a centerpiece at the Grand Egyptian Museum. Which pharaoh does this gneiss statue depict? It was carved for his valley temple, which was located next to two structures he built: the Great Sphinx and the second largest pyramid of the Giza complex.

Which painting depicts a painting of the "Finding of Moses" hanging on the wall, while the subject studies an object created by Jodocus Hondius? The artist chose the work to represent knowledge and science as Moses was "learned in all the wisdom of the Egyptians".

The track "Symmetry" from Ed Sheeran's remix album features which Canada-based rapper-singer celebrated for his blend of Punjabi pop and hip-hop? He has become a household name over the years following back-to-back hits such as "Softly" and "Tauba Tauba".

Which painting depicts the following two artworks in its background, while the subjects wait in the foreground? They were both copies made by the painter's son-in-law, Juan Bautista del Mazo, that decorated the chambers of the Royal Alcázar of Madrid.

Which Cecaelian witch's daughter is this? The villain cast a spell allowing a princess to stay on land for three days in her attempt to steal the throne of Atlantica from King Triton.

Identify this crime comedy drama series about a group of three suburban mothers who decide to take care of their financial problems by robbing a supermarket and get involved with a crime boss and the FBI. This show with an ironic alliterative title ran for four seasons from 2018-21.

What idiom names a dish featuring various legumes cooked in a creamy sauce, that is tipped onto a plate? The chef fittingly shared the secret to preparing this dish.

Which city, known as "eGoli" ("City of Gold") in one of its local languages, is a recognised "Tree City of the World"? The Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens in the outskirts of this city houses the picturesque Witpoortjie Falls.

Which city, with a coordinated two decade Urban Forest Plan (2016-36), is a recognised "Tree City of the World"? The 990 acre Kings Park is the main urban jungle in this city, which also hosts the annual WA Tree Festival.

Which 1925 poem does Colonel Kurtz read to his followers in Apocalypse Now? Much like the bleak poem, his life ends "not with a bang but a whimper".

"Asin sa buy-o" is an artisanal sea salt with a flaky form. This has led to it being nicknamed as the Filipino version of what highly sought after "flower of salt" (5,2,3) known for its delicate texture and used as a finishing salt in cooking?

Ed Sheeran has released a remix EP of his latest album, Play, featuring Indian artists. The track Sapphire is co-sung by which playback singer who is currently the world's most streamed artist on Spotify? The verses by this singer also feature in the main album, although briefly.

Which type of paper is manufactured by enhancing the heat-resistance and grease-resistance of regular cellulose-based paper? The process involves the use of several chemical agents which are mandated to be safe for human use.

In 2003, a "Battle of the Sexes" friendly was organised at the Forest National in Brussels. It saw Yannick Noah donning a dress to face which player who spent a total of 117 weeks as world No. 1 and won seven Grand Slam singles titles during her career? She lost the friendly 4–6, 6–4, 7–6.

In 2013, a "Battle of the Sexes" five game mini set entertained the audience at the China Open. It saw Novak Djokovic facing which player who won two Grand Slam singles titles during her career? She won the mini set 3–2, after receiving a 30–0 advantage at the start of each game.

The Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai will witness an era-defining "Battle of the Sexes" match on 28 December 2025. Which player, with four Grand Slam wins, will face Nick Kyrgios, with her side of the court set to be 9% smaller, as women move 9% slower on average than men in tennis?