Author: Thuli Malinga

Chiefs vs Commanders: Mariota’s Rushing Threat Stands Out in Week 8 MNF Showdown 28 Oct
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Chiefs vs Commanders: Mariota’s Rushing Threat Stands Out in Week 8 MNF Showdown

The Kansas City Chiefs host the Washington Commanders in a Monday Night Football showdown where Marcus Mariota’s rushing threat meets a Chiefs defense vulnerable to QB scrambles, with Rashee Rice as the top touchdown pick.

Arda Güler's Euro debut sparks Turkey's historic win over Georgia 15 Oct
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Arda Güler's Euro debut sparks Turkey's historic win over Georgia

Arda Güler, 19, scored a historic goal for Turkey in Euro 2024, becoming the youngest scorer and earning Player of the Match, while Real Madrid eyes his next steps.

Rajoelina Appoints General Zafisambo PM as Youth Protests Rage 14 Oct
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Rajoelina Appoints General Zafisambo PM as Youth Protests Rage

President Rajoelina appoints General Zafisambo as prime minister amid escalating youth protests over water, power cuts and political reform, raising stakes for Madagascar's future.

ASUU Calls Two‑Week Nationwide Strike as Government Talks Stumble 12 Oct
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ASUU Calls Two‑Week Nationwide Strike as Government Talks Stumble

ASUU President Prof. Chris Piwuna announced a two‑week nationwide strike starting Oct 13, after the government’s 14‑day ultimatum expired, despite a N200 bn intervention plan.

ISU Unveils Expanded Mental‑Health Safeguards on World Mental Health Day 10 Oct
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ISU Unveils Expanded Mental‑Health Safeguards on World Mental Health Day

On World Mental Health Day 2025, ISU President Jae Youl Kim unveiled Calm Zones and a social‑media monitoring program, marking a major step for athlete wellbeing.

JAMB faces outcry after Lagos student Timilehin Opesusi’s suicide 10 Oct
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JAMB faces outcry after Lagos student Timilehin Opesusi’s suicide

Nineteen‑year‑old Timilehin Opesusi’s suicide after a 190/400 UTME score sparks nationwide outcry, with student unions demanding JAMB’s accountability and reforms.

Tunisia, Morocco clinch Africa’s two spots as CAF 2026 qualifiers near end 9 Oct
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Tunisia, Morocco clinch Africa’s two spots as CAF 2026 qualifiers near end

Tunisia and Morocco have locked in Africa's two World Cup spots as CAF qualifiers near the finish, with group leaders and playoff races heating up.

Imisi Wins BBNaija Season 10, Walks Away with ₦80 m Cash & Innoson SUV 7 Oct
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Imisi Wins BBNaija Season 10, Walks Away with ₦80 m Cash & Innoson SUV

Imisi clinched BBNaija Season 10 on Oct 5 2025, walking away with ₦80 million cash and an Innoson SUV, sparking fan debate over a possible pity vote.

Laide Bakare Says Women Should Have Kids Early, Not Marriage – Sparks Outcry 6 Oct
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Laide Bakare Says Women Should Have Kids Early, Not Marriage – Sparks Outcry

Nollywood star Laide Bakare advises women to start families early, sparking debate over motherhood, marriage and career in Nigeria.

Pereira Snatches Light Heavyweight Title in 80‑Second TKO at UFC 320 6 Oct
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Pereira Snatches Light Heavyweight Title in 80‑Second TKO at UFC 320

Alex Pereira reclaimed the UFC light heavyweight championship with an 80‑second knockout of Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320 in Las Vegas, revealing a fractured tibia caused his earlier loss.

Ipswich Town Break 16‑Year Derby Drought, Beat Norwich 3‑1 at Portman Road 6 Oct
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Ipswich Town Break 16‑Year Derby Drought, Beat Norwich 3‑1 at Portman Road

Ipswich Town snapped a 16‑year derby drought with a 3‑1 win over Norwich City at Portman Road, ending the Canaries' 14‑game unbeaten run and reviving play‑off hopes.

Chelsea, Barcelona, Real Madrid Vie for Sevilla Defender Jules Koundé 5 Oct
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Chelsea, Barcelona, Real Madrid Vie for Sevilla Defender Jules Koundé

Sevilla demand €70 million for defender Jules Koundé as Chelsea, Barcelona and Real Madrid join the chase, sparking a high‑profile transfer showdown.