THE BOXING DAY QUIZ

As we come close to wrapping up another year, it's time to pull yourself away from the Boxing Day buffet and test yourself to see how well you kept up with the events that defined 2025.

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From shock resignations to major political shifts, driven by new leaders and elections such as the return of Donald Trump (yes, it really has only been a year!) and from dramatic highs and lows in TV and sport to what the nation ate for its dinner, have you been paying attention to the moments that have had us all talking? Answers at the end. Round One: The World of Westminster

1) What was Green leader Zack Polanski's original name?

2) Who did Nigel Farage say bought his house in Clacton?

3) Who cannot be leader of Your Party?

4) How many directors of communications in Downing Street has Keir Starmer had?

5) What tax has Kemi Badenoch promised to abolish?

Round Two: Arts and Culture

1) Which Celebrity Traitors star made headlines for passing wind?

2) Robert Redford's final screen role, six months before his death in September, came in an episode of which 2025 TV series?

3) In March, Anora won five Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director - what was the name of the film's lead, who took home Best Actress?

4) How many times did Oasis play Wembley as part of their Oasis Live ’25 tour?

5) Leonardo DiCaprio’s One Battle After Another is loosely based on a 1990 novel by what author? Round Three: Current Affairs

1) Which of the following people did not resign this year?

A. Tim Davie, chair of the BBC

B. Richard Hughes, chair of the OBR

C. Zia Yusuf, chair of Reform UK?

D. Jerome Powell, chair of the US Federal Reserve

2) If you’re a foreign tourist going to the US next year, how much social media history does the Trump administration want you to provide?