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By Lesego Lehari, 1 Oct, 2025 / Entertainment

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban Separate After 19 Years of Marriage

Nicole Kidman (58) and Keith Urban (57) have announced their separation after 19 years of marriage, with the couple living apart in Nashville while their teenage daughters stay with Mom.

By Lesego Lehari, 30 Sep, 2025 / Education

NELFUND Clarifies Loan Disbursement Rules After Student Backlash

NELFUND clarifies its loan disbursement rules, limiting upkeep to specific academic sessions to stop duplicate payouts. Director Oseyemi Oluwatuyi explains the new process, rejection stages, and what students need to do.

By Lesego Lehari, 29 Sep, 2025 / Sports

Lazio Stuns Torino 3-2 in Serie A Thriller on September 29

Lazio beat Torino 3‑2 on Sep 29, 2024, clinching their first Serie A away win. Late heroics from defender Saúl Coco couldn't stop the victory.

By Lesego Lehari, 29 Sep, 2025 / Sports

Chelsea Stuns West Ham 5-1 in Premier League Opener at London Stadium

Chelsea thrashed West Ham 5-1 at London Stadium on Aug 22, 2025, exposing defensive flaws and setting a bold tone for the Premier League season.

By Lesego Lehari, 27 Sep, 2025 / Health

Acetaminophen Remains Safe for Pregnant Women, Doctors Say Amid FDA Concerns

Leading medical groups say acetaminophen is still the safest way for pregnant women to treat fever and pain, despite a recent FDA notice linking the drug to developmental disorders. They argue untreated fever and pain pose bigger risks to mother and baby. The FDA admits no proven causal link. Doctors urge proper dosing and caution. The message: use Tylenol when needed, under a doctor's guidance.

By Lesego Lehari, 27 Sep, 2025 / Sports

Sergio Busquets Retirement: Midfield Maestro Calls Time on Career After 2025 MLS Season

Sergio Busquets, the 37‑year‑old Spanish midfielder, announced he will retire at the end of the 2025 MLS season. The veteran thanked Barcelona, the Spanish national team and Inter Miami in an Instagram video. His 20‑year career includes nine La Liga titles, three Champions Leagues and a World Cup. Tributes poured in from Messi, Ramos and the Catalan club. Busquets leaves a legacy as one of soccer’s most intelligent defensive midfielders.

By Lesego Lehari, 27 Sep, 2025 / Technology

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max debut: Dual‑screen flagship with Snapdragon 8 Elite 5

Xiaomi rolls out the 17 Pro Max, a dual‑screen flagship that pairs a 6.9‑inch 120Hz main panel with a 3‑inch rear display. Powered by the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and 16 GB RAM, it promises flagship‑level speed while staying lighter than rivals. The rear screen can show clocks, reminders or game stats, and a purpose‑built case enhances the experience. A 5× periscope camera with a 1/2‑inch sensor tops the specs, and the device uses Dragon Crystal glass for durability.

By Lesego Lehari, 27 Sep, 2025 / Sports

BMW XM Red Label Gifted to Ronaldo and Mane as Al‑Nassr Signs Mega Sponsorship

Al‑Nassr FC’s new partnership with BMW Saudi Arabia delivers custom BMW XM Red Label SUVs to stars Cristiano Ronaldo, Sadio Mane and the coaching staff. Valued at €155,000 each, the hybrid SUVs boast 550 kW power and a 0‑100 km/h run in 3.8 seconds. The agreement, running to 2027, also sees charging stations installed at the club’s facilities, echoing BMW’s deals with Real Madrid and AC Milan.

By Lesego Lehari, 26 Sep, 2025 / Sports

Flamengo Edges Out Estudiantes in Copa Libertadores Quarterfinal Thriller

A dramatic quarter‑final at La Plata saw Estudiantes level the tie with a last‑minute volley from Gastón Benedetti, only for Flamengo to survive a 4‑2 penalty shootout. Goalkeeper Agustín Rossi turned hero, while the Argentine side earned praise for its resolve. Flamengo now prepares for a semifinal clash with Racing Club.

By Lesego Lehari, 26 Sep, 2025 / Sports

Osasuna vs Elche Preview: Home Fortress, Recent Form & Key Players

Osasuna hosts Elche on September 25, 2025, in a La Liga clash that pits a six‑game home winning streak against a newly‑confident Elche side. The Pamplona club seeks redemption after a 2‑1 loss, while Andre Silva's goal surge fuels the visitors. Historical head‑to‑heads heavily favor the hosts, but Elche’s recent momentum could keep things interesting.

By Lesego Lehari, 26 Sep, 2025 / Sports

Bangladesh Women Clinch Series Sweep with Nail‑Biting Win over Ireland in Sylhet

Bangladesh Women edged Ireland by 14 runs in the final T20I at Sylhet on Dec 9, 2024, sealing a 3‑0 series whitewash. Chasing 124, Ireland faltered at 109/5 with six balls left. Spin duo Nahida Akter (4‑0‑26‑1) and Shorna Akter (2‑0‑9‑0) kept the run rate in check. The win caps a tour that featured three ODIs and three T20Is. Bangladesh’s composure under pressure signals growing depth in their women's side.

By Lesego Lehari, 26 Sep, 2025 / Business

Nigeria interest rate cut to 27% trims business loan costs

The Central Bank of Nigeria lowered its benchmark rate to 27% in September, ending a three‑year tightening spell. The move follows five months of steady disinflation and aims to make credit cheaper for expanding firms. Alongside the cut, the CBN tweaked reserve requirements and the standing facilities corridor. Experts welcome the first positive real rate in years but warn more cuts are needed for SMEs. External reserves now sit at $43 billion, bolstering confidence in the policy shift.