The Times Daily Quiz: Friday April 25, 2025
1 The title hero of which Daniel Defoe novel was born Robinson Kreutznaer?
2 The dish coq au riesling usually features bacon and which other meat?
3 A 1925 biography of which Italian leader was written by his Jewish mistress Margherita Sarfatti?
4 Live television coverage of which Somerset music festival began on Channel 4 in 1994?
5 In Tennyson's Idylls of the King, which sword 'rose from out the bosom of the lake'?
6 Question Time presenter Robin Day was known for what trademark neckwear?
7 In Islam, Azrael, Jibril, Mikal and Israfil are the four named what?
8 The title of a 1992 book by Brian Cox refers to which Shakespeare tragedy's eponymous king?
9 Which Scottish historian wrote the 2003 book Empire: How Britain Made the Modern World?
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From opulent interiors that evoke European grandeur to avant-garde designs that push the boundaries of modern aesthetics, Macau's accommodations promise a stay that is as extraordinary as the city itself. This unique integration of leisure and refined hospitality transforms a trip into an unforgettable journey, making Macau a magnet for discerning travelers seeking the pinnacle of luxury and excitement. Morpheus, named after the God of Dreams in Greek mythology, represents the evolution of City of Dreams Macau. With a focus on luxury experiences that go beyond gaming, Lawrence Ho, chairman and CEO of Melco Resorts & Entertainment, calls it a 'thank you to China and a love letter to Macau.' Designed by the late Dame Zaha Hadid, Morpheus is the world's first free-form exoskeleton high-rise architectural sculpture. Marking numerous architectural and technological breakthroughs, its surreal appearance has made it an icon in Macau, Asia and the world. 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