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27

Sep

Posted by Clare Appleyard

Powerball Jackpot Jumps to $145 Million for September 27 Drawing

The Powerball prize pool has swollen to $145 million for the September 27 drawing, with a cash option of $67.3 million. No winner was picked in the previous Wednesday draw, pushing the amount higher. The surge comes just weeks after a historic $1.8 billion Powerball win. Tickets are on sale until the Saturday cutoff. Players across 45 states are eyeing the life‑changing sum.

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27

Sep

Posted by Clare Appleyard

Watch URC Rugby 2025‑26: TV Channels and Live Streams Explained

The new United Rugby Championship season kicks off on 26 September 2025. Find out which TV channels and streaming services carry every match across the UK, Ireland, Europe, South Africa, the US and beyond. Learn about the format, key dates and special themed rounds coming up.

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27

Sep

Posted by Clare Appleyard

Xiaomi 17 series launches with massive batteries and back‑screen, takes aim at iPhone 17

Xiaomi unveiled its 17 series in China, offering three models with battery sizes up to 7,500 mAh, 100W wired charging and a novel rear secondary screen. All devices run on Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and HyperOS 3 based on Android 16. Storage options reach 1 TB, while AI assistant and Wi‑Fi 7 promise a premium experience. The launch mirrors Apple’s iPhone 17 rollout, positioning Xiaomi as a heavyweight challenger.

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26

Sep

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INEC Pushes Fast‑Track Electoral Reforms Ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 Vote

Chairman Mahmood Yakubu urges the National Assembly to approve 142 post‑election recommendations before the 2027 polls. Eight of the proposals need constitutional or Electoral Act changes, targeting voter accreditation, result transmission and sanctions. Past collaborations delivered the 2022 Electoral Act and a three‑month primary window. Public hearings are slated, while a leadership overhaul looms in 2025‑27. Civil society stresses a non‑partisan successor for INEC.

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25

Sep

Posted by Clare Appleyard

Watch River Plate vs Palmeiras Live: US TV and Stream Options for Copa Libertadores 2025

US fans could catch the River Plate‑Palmeiras quarter‑final on September 24, 2025 via beIN Sports on TV, DirecTV’s special package or streaming apps like beIN Sports Connect and YouTube TV. Palmeiras won 3‑1, moving on 5‑2 on aggregate. beIN Sports holds exclusive US rights through 2026, offering multiple ways to watch future games.

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24

Sep

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Copa Sudamericana showdown: Fluminense held to 1-1 by Lanús, Argentine side moves on

Fluminense and Lanús played out a 1-1 draw in the Copa Sudamericana quarter‑final second leg at the Maracanã on September 24, 2025. Agustín Canobbio gave the home side an early lead, but Dylan Aquino’s second‑half equaliser saw Lanús advance 2-1 on aggregate. Both teams lined up in 4‑2‑3‑1 formations, with notable absences on the bench. The result ends Fluminense’s continental run and sends Lanús to the semifinals.

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22

Sep

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Millwall vs Coventry City Carabao Cup Preview and Prediction

Millwall travel to The Den to face in‑form Coventry City in the Carabao Cup second round. Both clubs have recent league wins, but Coventry come off a stunning 7‑1 victory. The article breaks down recent form, head‑to‑head stats and tactical clues before laying out a prediction for the tie.

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21

Sep

Posted by Clare Appleyard

Wolves vs Leeds: Premier League Survival Battle at Molineux

Wolverhampton Wanderers host Leeds United at Molineux in a make‑or‑break Premier League clash. Both clubs have barely scraped points this season – Wolves sit bottom without a point, while Leeds limp in 16th after a last‑minute defeat. History, form and a desperate need for three points add extra drama. The match could reshape each team’s early‑season trajectory.

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11

Sep

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FX rally: Carry trade and sterling rise as liquidity trumps geopolitics

Risk assets keep rising as easy liquidity outweighs geopolitical worries. Sterling holds steady, with EUR/GBP pinned in a tight 0.86–0.87 range and gilt auctions running smoothly. Analysts see year-end targets near 0.87 for EUR/GBP and 1.38 for GBP/USD. EMFX carry trades stay popular, with a USD-funded basket of TRY, EGP, and HUF up 3.6% quarter-to-date. A Turkish court case on Sept 15 is a key event risk.

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4

Sep

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Cardi B cleared in $24M assault lawsuit, later calls out reporter over invasive question

A Los Angeles jury found Cardi B not liable in a $24 million civil assault case tied to a 2018 encounter outside a Beverly Hills doctor's office. Jurors needed less than an hour to clear her on all claims. The rapper, then four months pregnant, said she was followed and filmed. After court, she challenged a reporter who asked a disrespectful question about her personal life.

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28

Aug

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Grimsby Town stun Manchester United: Carabao Cup epic decided 12-11 on penalties

League Two side Grimsby Town knocked Manchester United out of the Carabao Cup with a 12-11 penalty shootout win after a 2-2 draw at Blundell Park. Goals from Charles Vernam and Tyrell Warren put the hosts 2-0 up before United hit back through Mbeumo and Harry Maguire. In front of 8,747 fans, Grimsby held their nerve to reach the next round and add a new chapter to their cup folklore.

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21

Aug

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Eskom outlaws unregistered grid-tied solar — users face upgrade fees or go off‑grid

Eskom says any grid-tied solar system on its network that isn’t registered is illegal, even if it doesn’t export power. Homeowners face fees for meter swaps and compliance documents, which can run into thousands of rand. Some are considering going fully off-grid to avoid the rules. The push is framed as a safety and grid-stability move under national electricity regulations.

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