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Week 30 of the Saudi Pro League saw Al‑Ittihad claw back a three‑goal deficit to finish with a 3‑3 draw, slashing the lead over title‑chasing Al‑Hilal to just two points. The dramatic comeback underscores a tightening race as the season heads into its decisive stretch.

Baptist pastor and Founders Seminary president Voddie Baucham Jr., 56, died on September 25, 2025 after an emergency medical incident. Known for a 2021 quadruple bypass, his health history fuels speculation of cardiac involvement. Founders Ministries announced the loss, praising his conservative theology and family life. No official cause has been released, but the Christian world is mourning.

The Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Petroleum Resources explains why the petroleum unions PENGASSAN and NUPENG cannot legally represent senior staff. A 2022 court ruling and the Ministry of Labour’s endorsement back the university’s stance. Despite the ruling, the unions have filed a fresh suit and staged pickets, raising tensions on campus.

Strasbourg host Marseille on September 26, 2025, in a pivotal Ligue 1 Matchday 6 showdown. Both sides sit in the top six, but the Alsatians boast a superb home record while Marseille struggle away. Head‑to‑head stats, latest injuries and tactical notes shape the betting outlook. Experts tip a tight game with a high chance of a draw or a narrow Strasbourg win.

In a thriller at Durban's Hollywoodbets Stadium, the Sharks and Munster Rugby drew 24-24 after 80 minutes, forcing the United Rugby Championship's first ever kicking contest. Tries from Hooker, Fassi and Mbatha put the Sharks ahead, while Nash, Wycherley and Kilgallen answered for Munster. Hendrikse and Crowley kept the scores ticking over with pinpoint boot work, and a late penalty by Murray forced extra time. The match featured 12 handling errors from the home side and a jaw‑dropping chase by Fassi. The eventual shoot‑out added a new chapter to URC history.

Xiaomi rolled out its flagship Xiaomi 17 series on September 25, 2025, introducing three models powered by the first Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip. The line boasts a 6.9‑inch LTPO AMOLED screen, a secondary 2.9‑inch display, 100W PPS charging and a 6,300 mAh battery. Triple 50MP cameras and Hyper OS 3 round out the specs, positioning the brand ahead of rivals in speed and display tech.

Estudiantes de La Plata moved into the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals after a goalless home draw that was enough to protect a 1‑0 lead from the first leg. A 98th‑minute penalty by captain Santiago Ascacíbar decided the tie in Paraguay. Goalkeeper Fernando Muslera kept the clean sheet with vital saves. Cerro Porteño dominated possession but could not break the Argentine defense. Next up for Estudiantes is a showdown with Brazilian giants Flamengo.

President Trump suggested that the common painkiller acetaminophen could be a major factor in autism. Researchers and autism charities quickly rejected the statement, saying no solid evidence exists. With half of pregnant people worldwide using the drug, the debate raises worries about unnecessary fear. Officials at the White House have not released any data to support the claim.

The May 28, 2025 episode of AEW Dynamite in El Paso rode the wave of Double or Nothing, featuring Hangman Adam Page’s interrupted celebration, a TNT title clash between Adam Cole and Kyle Fletcher, and a series of surprise attacks that set up new feuds ahead of All In.

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.