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After a two‑month pause, Chinese Super League clubs have gotten back onto the training pitch, but a firm start date for the 2020 season remains elusive. Strict health protocols and lingering COVID‑19 restrictions keep officials cautious. Clubs face cash flow problems as ticket sales and broadcast fees dry up. The league may need to trim the schedule or reshape the competition format before competitive matches can safely return.

On September 15, 2025, Mamelodi Sundowns cruised to a 3-0 win over Magesi FC at Lucas Masterpieces Moripe Stadium. Kutlwano Letlhaku opened the scoring, while Iqraam Rayners added a brace to earn Man of the Match. A red‑card incident added drama, and the result cements Sundowns' early lead in the 2025/26 Betway Premiership.

Gayton's council has reallocated money previously earmarked for the national tug‑of‑war federation to finance video‑assistant referee (VAR) technology for local football clubs. The decision sparked debate among athletes, officials and taxpayers. Proponents argue the move modernises football and attracts sponsorship, while critics say it undermines niche sports. Details of the budget shift, reactions and potential impact are examined.

Prominent pastor, author and educator Voddie Baucham passed away on September 25, 2025, at age 56 following a medical emergency. His career spanned sports, academia, and international ministry, including a nine‑year stint in Zambia. He founded Voddie Baucham Ministries and helped launch Founders Seminary in Florida. Health battles in 2021 did not slow his work. His death leaves a notable void in evangelical circles.

Olympique Lyon clinched a 1-0 win over FC Utrecht in their 2025/26 Europa League debut, with Tanner Tessmann scoring in the 75th minute. The match stayed dead‑locked at halftime before the decisive strike. Utrecht pressed for an equaliser but fell short. The victory gives Lyon a confidence boost after last season’s quarter‑final run. Both clubs now shift focus to upcoming group games.

New research offers mixed messages on whether acetaminophen taken during pregnancy raises the odds of autism or ADHD. While some reviews point to a possible link, a massive Swedish sibling study finds no increased risk. Health agencies still view the drug as safe when used correctly, urging doctors and moms to weigh benefits against any potential harm.

The Nigerian Naira moved higher against the US dollar after the Central Bank of Nigeria cut its policy rate. Official data shows the Naira rose to N1,487.37 per dollar, up from N1,488.60 the day before. The gain was seen in both official and parallel markets. Analysts say the rate cut boosted confidence in the currency. The trend points to a broader stabilization effort by the central bank.

SASSA has set the June 2025 payment dates for older persons, disability, child support and SRD grants, while debunking viral claims of double payouts. Beneficiaries can collect funds via bank accounts, SASSA cards or pay points. The agency warns against misinformation and outlines the next official grant increase for October 2025.

The 69th Ballon d'Or ceremony lands on September 22, 2025 at Paris's Théâtre du Châtelet, kicking off at 21:00 CET. New women's awards join the traditional categories, and fresh faces like Ousmane Dembele and Alessia Russo are in the spotlight. PSG leads the men’s club race while Arsenal tops the women’s side. U.S. fans can stream the whole event on Paramount+.

Netflix’s Nobody Wants This returns on October 23, 2025, with 10 new episodes. Kristen Bell and Adam Brody lead a full returning cast, joined by Leighton Meester and Arian Moayed. The season picks up after season 1’s cliffhanger, testing Joanne and Noah’s relationship as he becomes head rabbi and she remains agnostic. The show earned three Emmy nominations, including Outstanding Comedy Series.

Al-Hilal crashed out of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup with a 2-1 quarterfinal loss to Brazil’s Fluminense on July 4. Talk of a fresh Brazilian reinforcement never turned into a confirmed signing. The Saudi side leaned on a Brazilian-heavy core—Marcos Leonardo, Malcom, Renan Lodi, and Kaio Cesar—but fell short. The exit raises fresh questions about strategy, depth, and timing.

Two eclipses arrive in March 2025, starting with a total lunar eclipse visible across the Americas overnight March 13–14, with totality lasting 1 hour 7 minutes and peaking at 2:58 AM EDT. A solar eclipse follows on March 29. Here’s what will be visible, why the Moon turns red, how to watch safely, and what else to expect from a four-eclipse year.