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Sep, 25 2025

Sinner’s Mini Tweaks After Alcaraz Loss Aim to Secure Year‑End No.1 Spot

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After a stinging defeat to Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner has embarked on a series of subtle adjustments to his game. The Italian star hopes the tweaks will give him an edge at the China Open and keep the year‑end No.1 battle alive. His first‑round clash with Marin Cilic now carries extra significance. Sinner’s approach blends technical fine‑tuning with mental reset tactics.
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Sep, 24 2025

AC Milan Cruise Past Lecce 3-0 to Reach Coppa Italia Round of 16

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In a dominant display at San Siro, Milan beat a ten‑man Lecce 3‑0 to lock up a place in the Coppa Italia last‑16. Santiago Giménez opened the scoring, followed by Christopher Nkunku’s first goal for the club and Christian Pulišić’s finish. A red card in the 18th minute left Lecce shorthanded for most of the game, and Allegri’s side capitalised with relentless pressure and high xG numbers.
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Sep, 23 2025

Olubadan-designate Rashidi Ladoja Promises to Teach Math After Coronation

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Ibadan's monarch‑in‑waiting, Rashidi Ladoja, has vowed to return to the classroom as a mathematics teacher after becoming the 44th Olubadan. The pledge has drawn praise from teachers, parents and civic leaders. Ladoja sees education as a public duty, not a sidelined hobby. His move could reshape expectations of traditional rulers across Nigeria. Stakeholders are watching to see if other monarchs follow suit.
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Sep, 22 2025

Neymar ruled out as Santos face São Paulo in crucial Série A showdown

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Superstar Neymar is sidelined with a recurring thigh injury ahead of Santos' derby against São Paulo. The 14th‑placed side is on a four‑game winless streak and desperate for points to escape the relegation zone. Manager Juan Pablo Vojvoda must find a winning formula without his marquee player. Meanwhile, São Paulo is likely to rotate its squad as it eyes a Libertadores comeback.
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Sep, 21 2025

Atalanta's title hopes dented by 1-1 draw with Torino

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Atalanta slipped up at home, sharing points with Torino after a 1-1 draw that saw a missed penalty and a late cameo from returning striker Gianluca Scamacca. Berat Djimsiti gave the hosts the lead, but Guillermo Maripán equalised five minutes later. The drop of points could tighten the race for the Serie A crown, while Torino keep their unbeaten run alive.
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Sep, 20 2025

3 Body Problem season 2 adds Game of Thrones star Alfie Allen in recurring role

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Alfie Allen has joined Netflix’s 3 Body Problem season 2, reuniting with Game of Thrones creators David Benioff and D.B. Weiss. Filming is underway in Budapest, with new cast members including Claudia Doumit, David Yip, Jordan Sunshine, and Ellie de Lange. Allen’s role is reportedly called “Fuzzy Brain,” sparking fan theories about how he fits into the show’s ambitious sci‑fi arc.
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Sep, 19 2025

Flamengo TV schedule for US fans: where to watch in 2025

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US viewers can stream Flamengo’s 2025 games across multiple platforms. Club World Cup matches, including LAFC vs Flamengo (June 24) and Bayern Munich vs Flamengo (June 29), stream free on DAZN. Copa Libertadores is carried on Fubo, beIN SPORTS/CONNECT, beIN SPORTS XTRA, and ViX. Flamengo’s domestic slate packs derby dates from September to November.
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Sep, 12 2025

SAPS e-recruitment opens: 5,500 police trainee posts go online for 2025/26

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SAPS has launched a national e-recruitment portal and opened 5,500 trainee posts for the 2025/26 intake, shifting from paper applications to a digital system. The platform aims to cut paperwork, limit corruption, and speed up hiring. Graduates in law, criminology, IT, and forensics are encouraged to apply for specialist tracks. Applicants face psychometric, integrity, fitness, vetting, and medical assessments.
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Sep, 5 2025

SANTACO zero-tolerance vow after Soweto e-hailing killing puts taxi industry on notice

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After an e-hailing driver was killed at Maponya Mall, SANTACO announced a zero-tolerance policy on violence by its members. The council says anyone implicated will be expelled and cases handed to police. It is probing viral videos showing passengers being forced out of private cars. SANTACO denies resisting e-hailing and says commuters must be free to choose how they travel.
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Aug, 29 2025

Paul de Wet backs Bulls switch to revive Springbok bid after Stormers rotation squeeze

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Stormers title-winning scrumhalf Paul de Wet is leaving Cape Town for the Bulls on a two-year deal, saying a fresh start offers his best shot at making the Springboks. Frustrated by rotation at the Stormers, he’s betting on more consistent minutes in Pretoria despite stiff competition from Embrose Papier, Zak Burger, and Keagan Johannes.
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Aug, 22 2025

Copa Libertadores: Palmeiras stroll into quarter-finals after 0-0 against Universitario seals 4-0 aggregate

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Palmeiras eased into the Copa Libertadores quarter-finals after a controlled 0-0 at home sealed a 4-0 aggregate win over Universitario. The Brazilians did the heavy lifting in the first leg and managed the return tie without stress in São Paulo. Universitario fought but never looked close to a miracle comeback. Palmeiras await River Plate or Libertad as they chase a fourth Libertadores crown.
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Aug, 15 2025

Palmeiras Fans Turn Times Square Green Ahead of Club World Cup Debut in New York

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Thousands of Palmeiras fans took over Times Square wearing green, singing and waving flags ahead of their first-ever Club World Cup match. Their energy carried through to MetLife Stadium and beyond, fueling their team's success on the field and putting a bright spotlight on Brazilian soccer culture across the U.S.

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