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Politics

Raila Odinga backs Ruto govt, sparks doubts over 2027 presidential run

Raila Odinga’s backing of President Ruto’s coalition for his AU chair bid fuels speculation on his 2027 presidential run, as allies worry about his domestic focus.

Sports

Barcelona Beats Sevilla 4-1 with Ten Men, Narrows La Liga Gap

Barcelona beat Sevilla 4-1 at Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán, playing with ten men, and close the gap on La Liga leaders Real Madrid and Atlético.

Sports

Man United beat Sunderland 2-0, Mount & Sesko goals ease Amorim pressure

Manchester United beat Sunderland 2-0 at Old Trafford, with early goals from Mason Mount and Benjamin Sesko easing manager Erik Amorim's pressure ahead of the international break.

World

Dutch Navy Commissions New Combat Support Ship HNLMS Den Helder

The Dutch Navy commissions HNLMS Den Helder, a new combat support ship built by Damen, boosting NATO supply capability and Dutch maritime power.

Sports

Ellison’s 2016 Villa Bid and Musk’s 2025 Liverpool Rumor Spark Premier League Ownership Fever

Larry Ellison's 2016 Aston Villa bid and Elon Musk's rumored 2025 Liverpool interest highlight tech billionaires eyeing Premier League clubs, sparking fan backlash and regulatory hurdles.

Entertainment

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban Announce Separation After 19 Years

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban confirm their separation after 19 years of marriage, outlining custody plans for their daughters and upcoming career moves.

Sports

Ruben Amorim's United vs Arsenal showdown kicks off 2025 Premier League opener

Ruben Amorim's United host Arsenal at Old Trafford to kick off the 2025‑26 Premier League. New signings, tactics and broadcast details promise a thrilling season starter.

News

Powerball jackpot rolls to $145 million after $127 million draw misses winner

Wednesday's Powerball drawing failed to produce a jackpot winner, pushing the prize to an estimated $145 million for Saturday. The winning numbers were 15‑31‑45‑49‑53 with Powerball 19 and a 3x Power Play. A single California ticket hit five numbers and walked away with $1 million. Over 380,000 tickets claimed smaller prizes ranging from $4 to $50,000. The next draw promises an even larger prize pool.

Politics

Gayton McKenzie's Fallout Threatens South Africa's Fragile GNU

Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie's string of scandals is shaking the Government of National Unity. From resurfaced racist posts to missing R3 million and alleged gang ties, the Patriotic Alliance leader has warned he may quit the ANC‑led coalition. The turmoil highlights how divergent parties struggle to co‑govern a divided nation.

Sports

Sergio Busquets Retirement: Barcelona Legend Ends Career with Inter Miami

Sergio Busquets, the 37‑year‑old midfield maestro, has confirmed he will retire after this MLS season with Inter Miami. The Spanish stalwart ends a two‑decade run that yielded World Cup glory, multiple Champions League titles, and a re‑imagined defensive midfield role. His departure marks the close of an era for Barcelona and Spain alike.

Sports

URC Challenge: SA Franchises Start Season Minus Key Springboks

The Stormers, Bulls, Lions and Sharks head into the United Rugby Championship without many of their Springboks, who are tied up in the 2025 Rugby Championship. Coach Rassie Erasmus’s 37‑man squad pulls heavily from the four South African clubs, leaving a talent gap that could reshape the domestic season. Younger players stand to gain, but the test will be whether the franchises can stay competitive against Europe’s best.

Technology

Xiaomi 17 Series Launch Brings Snapdragon 8 Elite and 100W Charging to China

On September 25, 2025 Xiaomi rolled out its new 17, 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max phones in China. All three run the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip and a 6.3‑inch OLED screen with M10 tech. The Pro models boast a rear Dynamic Back Display and a new RGB pixel stack for power savings. Bigger batteries and 100W wired charging come standard, with prices from 4,499 to 5,999 yuan.