Archive: 2025/09 - Page 2

At a keynote in The Gambia, INEC Chairman Prof. Mahmood Yakubu urged young Africans to become the main drivers of fair, violence‑free elections. He warned against fake news, highlighted the huge role youths play as voters and election staff, and called for a new sense of responsibility in democratic processes.

In a pulse‑pounding quarter‑final second leg at São Paulo's Allianz Parque, Palmeiras overturned an early River Plate goal to win 3‑1 and go through 5‑2 on aggregate. Vitor Roque’s equaliser sparked a comeback, while José López scored twice in stoppage time, including a decisive penalty. The match erupted with heated confrontations, several yellow cards and a near‑brawl involving Marcos Acuña. The Brazilian side now moves on to the Libertadores semifinals.

Spanish prodigy Carlos Alcaraz dethrones defending champion Jannik Sinner in a four‑set US Open 2025 final, earning his second New York title and retaking the world No. 1 spot. Sinner still made history by reaching all four Grand Slam finals in a single season, joining an elite quartet. Their rivalry has shaped the 2025 men’s tour, with both players trading triumphs and setbacks. The match also signaled a shift as veteran Novak Djokovic missed yet another major final.

On September 22, 2025, WWE Raw delivered a chaotic No‑Disqualification 6‑Man Tag match in Evansville, Indiana. Penta and the War Raiders faced The New Day with Grayson Waller, using tables and weapons to settle a growing feud. The bout saw high‑risk moves, surprise comebacks, and a dramatic shift in momentum. Fans got a taste of pure, rule‑free mayhem that could reshape alliances on Monday Night Raw.

For the first time ever, FC Oleksandriya finished second in the Ukrainian Premier League, earning a silver medal and a place in the 2025/26 UEFA Conference League. The club’s rise from early‑2000s financial collapse to today’s surprise challenger highlights a remarkable turnaround under coach Volodymyr Sharan. Their achievement comes amid the toughest period in Ukrainian football since the 2022 invasion, offering a glimmer of hope for the sport’s future.

A goalless stalemate between Newcastle United and Bournemouth left fans disappointed despite solid defensive displays. Both sides posted player ratings ranging from 5.5 to 7.5, with goalkeeper Nick Pope earning a 7/10. Midfielders Sandro Tonali and Joelinton also secured respectable marks. The match highlighted Newcastle's struggle to convert chances while Bournemouth's attack remained harmless. Analysts dissected the numbers to gauge where improvement is needed.

Netflix has started production on seasons 2 and 3 of 3 Body Problem, with filming slated to run from 2025 to 2027. The hit sci-fi series, created by David Benioff, D.B. Weiss, and Alexander Woo, earned six Emmy nominations and strong viewership after its March 2024 debut. Core cast members are expected to return, and season 2 is widely expected in 2026, pending post-production.

Brazil’s Supreme Court panel sentenced Jair Bolsonaro to 27 years and three months for attempting a coup after losing the 2022 election. Four of five justices voted to convict him on five counts. Bolsonaro, under house arrest in Brasília, will appeal to the full 11-member court. Prosecutors say the plot included plans to target Lula and a Supreme Court justice, deepening Brazil’s political rift.

A lock-screen photo, courtside sightings, and a careful public stance have sparked talk that Jannik Sinner is dating Danish model Laila Hasanovic. She was seen at his matches at the US Open and earlier in Paris, while fans spotted her image as his phone wallpaper. Sinner has said he's in love but has not named anyone. Online chatter had also linked him to Brooks Nader, but recent signs point to Hasanovic.