Xiaomi’s new 17 line hits the market with three flagships powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, battery packs up to 7500 mAh, and Leica‑tuned 50 MP triple cameras. The models range from a 6.3‑inch base to a 6.9‑inch Pro Max, offering up to 16 GB RAM and 1 TB storage. Running HyperOS 3 on Android 16, they promise premium specs at a price that feels within reach. Launches are slated for India and other key regions after the global debut in September 2025.
Barcelona icon Sergio Busquets will call time on his playing days after the 2025 MLS season with Inter Miami. The 37‑year‑old midfielder's decision sparked heartfelt messages from Lionel Messi, Sergio Ramos and other football greats. Busquets leaves behind a trophy cabinet packed with LaLiga, Champions League and World Cup glory. His influence on the defensive‑midfield role is hailed as revolutionary. The retirement marks the close of a two‑decade era at the top of the sport.
AEW’s final Dynamite from Philly’s 2300 Arena pits World Champion Hangman Adam Page against Josh Alexander in a grudge match, while the women’s division sees TBS Champion Mercedes Moné team with Emi Sakura ahead of Riho’s challenge. Toni Storm, a 10‑man tag and Ricochet‑vs‑Benjamin bout also shape the roadmap to All Out in Toronto.
Spanish star Carlos Alcaraz says he’s relieved Jannik Sinner isn’t drawn into the Japan Open, meaning the two won’t meet this week. The comment comes after Alcaraz reclaimed the world No. 1 spot with a US Open win over Sinner. While Alcaraz battles in Tokyo, Sinner is playing the China Open in Beijing. Both players keep the fight for year‑end ranking alive as the season heads toward Masters 1000 events and the ATP Finals.
The 2024 AFL Grand Final pits the Sydney Swans against the Brisbane Lions at the MCG on September 28. Sydney enter as favourites with tighter odds, while Brisbane grapple with a key ruckman injury. Midfield battles, defensive setups and recent form will shape a game expected to be decided by a narrow margin.
Professor Mahmood Yakubu will finish his ten‑year term as INEC chairman in October 2025. The Nigeria Political Science Association’s president says the next chair should keep a low profile and "talk less". With President Bola Tinubu eyeing a 2027 re‑run, the choice could shape the credibility of the upcoming polls. Rumors of Yakubu’s dismissal and terminal leave have already muddied the waters. The successor’s stance on neutrality will be a litmus test for Nigeria’s democratic health.
The greenback jumped 0.35% to 97.575 on the dollar index after Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned against premature easing. While markets still price in two cuts in 2025 and another early next year, the Oct‑2024 cut outlook slipped. The move nudged the euro, pound and yen, while the Aussie rose on surprise CPI data.
In a dramatic third‑round Carabao Cup tie at Turf Moor, Cardiff City stunned Premier League side Burnley 2‑1. The Bluebirds took control early, survived a frantic six‑minute injury‑time onslaught and secured a place in the fourth round. Manager Brian Barry Murphy’s tactics earned widespread praise. The loss forces Burnley to refocus on their league campaign.
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta addressed the East Africa Region Global Health Security Summit in Mombasa, urging the continent to cut reliance on foreign aid. The three‑day event gathered health leaders from 14 nations to map out pandemic readiness. Key outcomes include the Mombasa Communique, a regional preparedness fund and a new African Center for Health Security. Kenya showcased its infrastructure upgrades and community health initiatives. The summit highlighted a shift toward African self‑sufficiency in health security.
Sharp bettors are leaning heavily toward the over in the Chiefs vs Giants primetime clash on September 21, 2025. With the total set at 44.5 points, professional money believes the line undervalues both offenses. The Chiefs are 6‑point road favorites, while the Giants are desperate for a first win. Weather, urgency and offensive firepower all point to a high‑scoring affair.
Palmeiras sit third with 49 points while Fortaleza languish in 19th place with 18. Both clubs revealed their starting XI for the Allianz Parque showdown. Palmeiras ride a five‑game home winning streak; Fortaleza cling to a recent 2‑0 win to stay alive. The line‑ups expose the stark contrast in ambition and pressure each side faces.
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu denies knowing businessman Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala after KZN commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi alleged outside meddling in police work. The row centers on claims of influence, a R360m health tender, and efforts to weaken the political killings task team. A commission of inquiry is now testing those allegations and the minister’s version of events.
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