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SASSA Announces October 2025 Grant Payment Dates with R10 Increase
SASSA unveils October 2025 grant dates, giving older persons priority, extending SRD payouts, and adding a R10 uplift across all social grants.
Nigeria's Federal Government Sets Oct 6 Deadline to Eradicate Fake Certificates
Nigeria's government mandates all public and private institutions to verify staff qualifications via the new NCVS platform by Oct 6 2025, aiming to eradicate fake certificates.
Casa Pia vs Estoril Praia: Liga Portugal Showdown on Oct 3, 2025
Casa Pia host Estoril Praia at Estádio Municipal de Rio Maior on 3 October 2025 for a Round‑8 Liga Portugal clash. Both sides arrive on opposite form curves – Casa Pia with a steady scoring run and Estoril with a potent attack but shaky defence. Key creators and goal‑scorers could tip the balance. Their six‑match head‑to‑head record is tight, making this fixture a must‑watch.
Girona Clinches Copa Catalunya Crown After Penalty Shootout Thriller
Girona FC edged RCD Espanyol 5-4 on penalties to lift the Copa Catalunya after a 0-0 deadlock at Sabadell's Nova Creu Alta. Over 7,800 fans watched a rain‑delayed, tension‑filled final where both sides created chances but could not break the deadlock. A late miss from Espanyol sealed Girona's triumph, giving them a morale boost ahead of a precarious LaLiga season.
Betway Premiership Wrap: TS Galaxy's Brace Fuels Talk on Tactics and Transfers
The 26 August 2025 edition of the Betway Premiership Wrap dissected the weekend’s action, spotlighting TS Galaxy’s 2-0 win and Seluleko Mahlambi’s brace. Analysts debated player moves, defensive frailties on set‑pieces and emerging tactical patterns across South Africa’s top league. Fans get a deeper look at the storylines shaping the season.
Voddie Baucham Dies at 56: Reformed Pastor’s Sudden Loss Shocks Global Community
Prominent Reformed pastor, author, and educator Voddie Baucham has died at 56 after an emergency medical incident. Serving as president of Founders Seminary in Florida, he previously led African Christian University in Zambia. His historic heart surgeries in 2021 are seen as a possible factor, though the exact cause remains unclear. The Reformed world mourns a scholar, speaker, and family man.
Hollywoodbets Sharks 2025-2026 URC Schedule: Full Fixture List and US Kick‑off Times
The Hollywoodbets Sharks have published their complete 2025-2026 United Rugby Championship calendar, with kicks timed for U.S. viewers. The season opens against Glasgow Warriors on 26 September and includes key home games versus Scarlets and Saracens, plus a European clash with Toulouse. Travel will span four continents, testing the squad’s depth as they chase success in the expanded 16‑team competition.
Stormers lock in wave of schoolboy talent ahead of 2026 campaign
The DHL Stormers have secured eleven of South Africa's top school‑level rugby prospects for the 2026 season. Leads the group are Paarl Gimnasium centre Markus Muller and loose‑forward Quintin Potgieter. Director of Rugby John Dobson says the signings underline a renewed focus on home‑grown talent, a strategy that has already produced Springboks like Damian Willemse. More additions are expected as the franchise builds a sustainable talent pipeline.
Trump warns pregnant women about Tylenol, sparks medical uproar over autism link
President Trump told pregnant women to skip Tylenol, saying it fuels autism, while promoting leucovorin as a cure. Doctors and autism experts slammed the claim, noting the evidence is flimsy and urging families to follow established medical advice. The controversy highlights the clash between political statements and scientific consensus on drug safety during pregnancy.
England Women clinch 7-wicket win over South Africa in T20 World Cup
In Sharjah, the England Women bowled out South Africa for 124/6 and chased down the target with four balls left, thanks to a 43 from Danni Wyatt‑Hodge and an unbeaten 48 by Nat Sciver‑Brunt. Spin bowler Sophie Ecclestone delivered figures of 2/15, while captain Laura Wolvaardt top‑scored for the Proteas with 42. The win marks England's second straight victory and avenges their 2023 semi‑final loss. It also puts them on top of Group B, boosting knockout hopes. South Africa must regroup quickly for their remaining games.
Alcaraz’s ankle scare at Japan Open turns into straight‑set win
World No.1 Carlos Alcaraz rolled his left ankle in the opening games of his Japan Open debut against Sebastian Baez. After a painful tumble and a quick medical timeout, the Spaniard rallied to win 6‑4, 6‑2. He admitted the injury was frightening but said he felt better as the match went on. Alcaraz now looks ahead to a second‑round clash with Belgium’s Zizou Bergs.
Palmeiras clinches 2-1 away win over River Plate in Libertadores quarter‑final first leg
Palmeiras edged River Plate 2-1 in Buenos Aires, taking a vital away‑goal advantage in the Copa Libertadores quarter‑finals. The result means a draw at the Allianz Parque will see the Brazilian side into the semi‑finals, while the Argentine giants must win the return leg. Both clubs now set their sights on the decisive second match.
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