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Tiafoe Opens Up on Nervous Season While Breaking Down the Alcaraz‑Sinner Rivalry
Frances Tiafoe admits nerves held him back this season and shares a candid look at his own game. He also offers fresh take on the budding rivalry between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, comparing their styles and future impact. The insight comes as the Alcaraz‑Sinner rivalry heats up at the US Open.
Julian Parsons | Sep, 26 2025 Read More
INEC Chairman Succession: Nigeria’s 2027 Election at a Crossroads
Professor Mahmood Yakubu’s ten‑year term as INEC Chairman ends in December 2025, thrusting Nigeria into a heated debate over who will lead the commission ahead of the 2027 elections. Experts warn that politicised appointments could undermine the credibility of the vote, while civil society calls for a transparent, merit‑based process. With five national commissioners also set to leave in 2026, the next leadership team will inherit a commission in flux and a nation watching closely.
Julian Parsons | Sep, 26 2025 Read More
SASSA Payment Dates for September 2025: What Beneficiaries Need to Know
SASSA has released the September 2025 schedule for all social grants, outlining exact dates for Old Age, Disability, Child Support and other payments. The agency urges beneficiaries to spread out withdrawals and use their cards for purchases to ease crowding and cut theft risk. Learn how the staggered system works and what steps you can take to make the month smoother.
Julian Parsons | Sep, 25 2025 Read More
Lanús Battles for Copa Sudamericana Semis as Maracanã Clashes Disrupt Quarter‑Final
In a tense Copa Sudamericana quarter‑final at Rio's Maracanã, Lanús entered with a 1‑0 first‑leg edge but saw the tie level after Fluminense's goal. Halftime turned chaotic when Lanús supporters fought each other and then clashed with police, halting play. Players and officials scrambled to restore order while the semifinal spot hung in the balance.
Julian Parsons | Sep, 24 2025 Read More
Valencia CF tickets on sale for New Year's Eve clash with Espanyol
Tickets for the LaLiga Matchday 19 showdown between Valencia CF and RCD Espanyol are now on sale. Season ticket holders can grab up to two extra seats at half price for the New Year's Eve game on December 31. All tickets are nominative and will be checked at the gate. Coach Corberán warns the demand will be high for the final home match of the year.
Julian Parsons | Sep, 24 2025 Read More
Thiago Santos’ Gdańsk Headline Hope Dashed, Ends Up Fighting Jack Hermansson in São Paulo
Brazilian middleweight Thiago Santos was set to headline UFC Gdańsk against Michal Materla, but legal drama and a card reshuffle pushed him to a supporting bout against Jack Hermansson in São Paulo. The switch cost him main‑event exposure and forced him to rebuild momentum.
Julian Parsons | Sep, 23 2025 Read More
Google Gemini’s New Photo‑to‑Video AI Lets You Animate Anything in 8 Seconds
Google’s Veo 3 model now powers a photo‑to‑video tool in Gemini that turns a single picture into an 8‑second clip with realistic motion and sound. Subscribers can animate pets, showcase products, or give landscapes a cinematic feel in just minutes. The feature runs at 720p/24fps and is rolling out from web to Pixel devices. It opens fresh creative routes for marketers and everyday users alike.
Julian Parsons | Sep, 21 2025 Read More
F-35 and F-16 Back on the Table as Trump Hosts Erdogan at the White House
Donald Trump will host Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the White House on Sept. 25, 2025. The agenda includes the F-35 dispute, a potential F-16 package, and big-ticket Boeing purchases. Ankara also wants progress on engines for its KAAN fighter and other defense projects. The visit follows UNGA week and comes amid sharp differences over Gaza policy.
Julian Parsons | Sep, 20 2025 Read More
Ansu Fati finds his feet in Monaco: what the Barcelona loan is really about
Ansu Fati’s loan to AS Monaco for 2025–26 offers a quieter stage and regular minutes after a stop-start spell at Barcelona. With undisclosed terms and no permanent move announced, the focus is on fitness, end product, and confidence. Monaco get a versatile attacker; Barcelona hope his value and rhythm rebound. Here’s what this move signals and how life in Monaco compares to Barcelona.
Julian Parsons | Sep, 19 2025 Read More
UEFA Women's Champions League: Manchester United Women stunned 1-0 at SK Brann after dominant display
Manchester United Women dominated SK Brann but lost 1-0 in Norway after a late set-piece goal. Selma Panengstuen’s saves kept Brann alive before Ingrid Stenevik headed the winner with 14 minutes left. United created several chances through Ella Toone, Melvine Malard, and Elisabeth Terland but couldn’t finish. New signing Jess Park made her first start. The second leg in Manchester now carries huge stakes.
Julian Parsons | Sep, 12 2025 Read More
Jozi Shore goes viral: South African spoof turns local slang into YouTube gold
A homegrown parody has broken through. Jozi Shore, a spoof launched in April 2013, shot to the front page of South African YouTube and cleared 70,000 views by leaning into Joburg and Cape Town culture. The cast—Anton Taylor, Nicholas Greig, Matthew Crawford, and Mike Ledwidge—pokes fun at reality TV tropes with episodes like "Dates and Weights" and "50 Shades of Ghey." It shows local humor can travel online.
Julian Parsons | Aug, 29 2025 Read More
Palmeiras vs Universitario prediction and betting tips: Copa Libertadores last-16 preview
Palmeiras host Universitario in the Copa Libertadores round of 16 with momentum and a fierce home record. The Brazilians have three straight wins and just one home loss in the Libertadores since 2021, on penalties. Universitario arrive winless in two and with one win in their last 13 away games in the competition. The pick leans Palmeiras, with a 3-1 scoreline on the cards.
Julian Parsons | Aug, 22 2025 Read More