The latest weekly news quiz compiled by Ben Fell tests audiences on several major global stories spanning royal affairs, advanced science, and celebrity controversies. King Charles directly addressed the transatlantic slave trade by publicly calling it a "shameful chapter of history." In the realm of scientific exploration, researchers based at Cern captured attention by making a major breakthrough termed the "zeptoverse." Adding to the cultural mix, lifestyle guru Martha Stewart openly apologized for a Halloween costume that she conceded was "screwed up."
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This week, King Charles described the transatlantic slave trade as a "shameful chapter of history", scientists at Cern discovered the "zeptoverse", and lifestyle guru Martha Stewart apologised for her "screwed up" Halloween costume.
But how much attention did you pay to what else happened in the world over the past seven days?
Quiz collated by Ben Fell.
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The former international cricketer faced disciplinary action following a drug screening conducted during Northamptonshire's successful T20 Blast campaign. Regulators confirmed the recreational substance provided no sporting advantage, significantly lowering his penalty following targeted intervention. As the ban concludes, the veteran power-hitter remains unattached to any franchise ahead of the upcoming Australian domestic summer.
Authorities apprehended Chen Xiuling at Changi Airport under an existing warrant before a court denied her bail over flight risk concerns. She stands accused of directing the falsification of commercial records to fraudulently secure a state industrial property lease. The move intensifies Singapore's broader enforcement against illicit networks tied to Prince Holding Group founder Chen Zhi.
Fraudulent online advertisements falsely claimed to offer 20 heavily discounted holiday itineraries tailored for older travellers while impersonating a reputable agency. The alert highlights escalating travel fraud in Singapore, where bad actors increasingly mimic legitimate hospitality brands to siphon sensitive personal and financial data. Authorities continue to urge vigilance as nationwide scam losses reach unprecedented levels across digital booking platforms.