January 2025 Archive — What we published

Quick guide to what Desert Rose Daily ran in January 2025: key stories on football, Middle East diplomacy, and pop culture that made readers pause this month. Use this page to jump to the full articles or catch the headlines fast.

Sports: Lazio vs Real Sociedad

The month opened with a close look at Lazio’s Europa League tie against Real Sociedad at Rome’s Stadio Olimpico. We shared likely line-ups, tactical setups, and three match clues to watch: Lazio’s forward rotation, Sociedad’s midfield pressing, and set-piece chances. Lazio came into the game sitting near the top of their group, so a win would secure control; Sociedad needed a positive result to keep hopes alive. Off-field safety became a key angle after hostile fan clashes in the build-up — we noted police measures, stadium entry checks, and tips for fans planning to attend. If you follow the game live, watch substitutions around the 60–75 minute mark and look for how coaches change shape when chasing the game.

If you missed the match preview, jump to our piece for exact predicted line-ups, likely formations, and a short list of players who could swing the result. That page is structured so you can scan names and roles in seconds.

Politics: Netanyahu, the Gaza ceasefire and outside influence

We covered a major diplomatic development: Benjamin Netanyahu’s ceasefire deal with Hamas, brokered by Egypt. The agreement focuses on a temporary pause in hostilities and staged hostage releases. Our reporting broke down what the deal contains, how it was negotiated, and the immediate political fallout — including strains inside Netanyahu’s Likud and how ties with former US president Donald Trump factor into his calculus. For readers tracking regional stability, we flagged three immediate consequences: shifts in military posture, humanitarian aid access, and changes in diplomatic alignments across the region.

Practical details matter, so we listed expected timelines for hostage exchanges, checkpoints likely to open for aid convoys, and the red lines each party set during talks. That helps activists, journalists, and families understand what to expect in the coming days rather than guessing from headlines.

The lighter human-interest story that also drew big traffic featured MrBeast’s Christmas engagement to South African creator Thea Booysen. Jimmy Donaldson, who runs MrBeast’s channel with roughly 340 million subscribers, proposed in front of family and shared photos online. Thea, known as TheaBeasty and with about 40,000 followers, saw a surge in interest. We looked at fan reaction, the social media lift for Thea’s channel, and what such a pairing could mean for collaborations and brand deals going forward.

January mixed hard news and culture in a compact way. If you want quick links: the match preview, the ceasefire analysis, and the engagement story all have clear takeaways and next-step items. Bookmark this page to return to full stories and follow developments through February.

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By Lesego Lehari, 24 Jan, 2025 / Sports

Europa League Showdown at Stadio Olimpico: Lazio vs Real Sociedad Line-Ups and Rivalry

Intense anticipation surrounds the Europa League clash between Lazio and Real Sociedad at Rome's Stadio Olimpico. Amid high stakes, the match carries heavy consequences for both teams' standings, yet the build-up is overshadowed by hostile fan encounters. Explore potential team strategies launched by their line-ups as Lazio, poised at the top, seeks victory to maintain supremacy against a determined Real Sociedad.

By Lesego Lehari, 16 Jan, 2025 / World News

Netanyahu's Diplomatic Gamble: The Gaza Ceasefire Deal and Trump's Influence

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's recent ceasefire agreement with Hamas highlights his complex alliance with former US President Donald Trump. Brokered by Egyptian mediators, the deal calls for the release of hostages and aims to quell violence in Gaza. While it suggests a new strategic direction for Netanyahu, it risks creating divisions within his Likud party. Critics deride it for failing to address the deeper conflicts, while the international community remains wary.

By Lesego Lehari, 2 Jan, 2025 / Entertainment

MrBeast Proposes to YouTuber Thea Booysen: A Christmas Engagement

Famous YouTuber MrBeast, known off-screen as Jimmy Donaldson, is officially engaged to Thea Booysen. The announcement was made after a Christmas Day proposal, marked by the presence of family and shared through photos online. MrBeast enjoys widespread popularity as the top YouTuber with 340 million subscribers. Thea Booysen, hailing from South Africa, also runs her channel, TheaBeasty, with close to 40,000 followers.