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IVD Arrested at Lagos Airport Ahead of Qatar Wedding with Blessing CEO
IVD was arrested at Lagos airport on Aug 1, 2025, halting his planned Qatar wedding to influencer Blessing CEO amid a domestic‑violence case tied to his late wife's death.
Lottery Winner Adam Lopez Hospitalised After Party‑Induced Blood Clots
Lottery winner Adam Lopez's three‑month binge after a £1m win led to a life‑threatening pulmonary embolism, sending him to Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital for an eight‑day recovery.
Alexis Sanchez joins Manchester United in swap for Henrikh Mkhitaryan
Alexis Sanchez joins Manchester United in a historic swap for Henrikh Mkhitaryan, becoming United's first Chilean player. Mourinho hails the deal as a boost for both clubs.
Rodgers furious after disallowed equaliser stalls Celtic's Europa hopes
Celtic's 2-0 loss to Braga on Oct 2, 2025 saw a controversial VAR‑overturned equaliser, leaving Brendan Rodgers stunned and the club’s Europa hopes hanging.
India beats Pakistan by 88 runs at Women's World Cup 2025
India thrashed Pakistan by 88 runs at the Women's World Cup 2025 in Colombo, extending a 12‑0 ODI record and cementing a strong Group A position.
Ligue 1 Injury Crisis Deepens: Key Players Out Across Top Clubs
Ligue 1's 2025‑26 season is hit by a wave of hamstring and knee injuries, sidelining stars like Ethan Mbappe and F. Medina, while suspensions tighten squad depth.
Cesc Fabregas Guides Como to First Serie A Home Win in 21 Years
Cesc Fabregas steers Como 1907 to a 3‑2 home win over Hellas Verona, ending a 21‑year Serie A drought and sparking hopes of European football.
EFF to Appeal August 2025 Hate Speech Conviction of Julius Malema
EFF vows to appeal Julius Malema's August 2025 hate‑speech conviction, a case that could reshape South Africa's balance between free political speech and anti‑hate laws.
SASSA sets August 2025 grant dates, SRD payments pushed to month‑end
SASSA released August 2025 grant dates, placing most payments in early August while the COVID‑19 SRD grant shifts to Aug 27‑30, sparking concerns over the delay.
Minister Nathi Mthethwa Calls Xenophobia a Nation‑Building Barrier
Minister Nathi Mthethwa warns that xenophobia hinders South Africa's nation‑building, unveiling a DAC campaign and AU response after deadly 2015 attacks.
SASSA and NYDA Call R12,500 Youth Grant Rumor a Hoax
SASSA and NYDA debunk a viral R12,500 youth grant claim, warning South Africans of the scam and pointing them to real assistance like the SRD R370 grant.
PowerBall and Daily Lotto results June 6 2025 – South Africa lottery draws
South Africa's National Lottery held its PowerBall and Daily Lotto draws on June 6, 2025. A R16 million PowerBall jackpot and a R14 million PowerBall Plus prize topped the night, while the Daily Lotto paid out more than 136,000 winners. Ticket sales topped R2.9 million for the Daily draw. Winners have until June 6, 2026 to claim their prizes.