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Neymar’s Olympic Goal Seals Santos’ Quarterfinal Spot, Relegates Inter de Limeira in Paulistão 2025

Neymar’s Olympic Goal Seals Santos’ Quarterfinal Spot, Relegates Inter de Limeira in Paulistão 2025

Neymar scored a rare 'olímpico' goal as Santos FC beat Inter de Limeira 3-0 in the Paulistão 2025, securing a quarterfinal spot and sending Inter de Limeira to relegation with massive financial consequences.

Nigeria’s Banking Overhaul Sparks Global Confidence as CBN Governor Cardoso Drives Reform

Nigeria’s Banking Overhaul Sparks Global Confidence as CBN Governor Cardoso Drives Reform

Nigeria’s Central Bank Governor Olayemi Michael Cardoso has driven landmark banking reforms that slashed inflation, boosted investor confidence, and sparked a fintech boom, earning praise from the IMF and S&P Global Ratings.

Maodo Lo Leads Zalgiris Past Barcelona as Valencia Upsets Milano

Maodo Lo Leads Zalgiris Past Barcelona as Valencia Upsets Milano

Maodo Lo leads Žalgiris past Barcelona while Valencia upsets Milano, shaping EuroLeague standings and setting up a pivotal Kaunas‑Valencia clash.

Michigan Keeps Parental Opt‑Out, Local Control in Updated Sex‑Ed Standards

Michigan Keeps Parental Opt‑Out, Local Control in Updated Sex‑Ed Standards

Michigan's education chief confirms parental opt‑out rights and local control stay intact despite new sex‑ed standards, easing worries of over 2,000 parents.

Trump Declares 'War Is Over' in Knesset After Hostage Release Deal

Trump Declares 'War Is Over' in Knesset After Hostage Release Deal

President Donald Trump declared the war over in a Knesset speech after the U.S.-brokered ceasefire freed the last hostages, sparking hope and skepticism over lasting peace.

Johannesburg High Court Grants R400K Bail to Alleged Cartel Boss in DJ Sumbody Murder Case

Johannesburg High Court Grants R400K Bail to Alleged Cartel Boss in DJ Sumbody Murder Case

Johannesburg High Court grants R400K bail to alleged cartel boss Katiso "KT" Molefe, overturning a prior denial in the high‑profile DJ Sumbody murder case, sparking debate over bail standards.

Dominican Republic Climbs to 5th Spot in 2025 Prosperity Index

Dominican Republic Climbs to 5th Spot in 2025 Prosperity Index

Dominican Republic climbs to fifth place in the 2025 Prosperity Index, driven by record tourism, IMF-backed growth forecasts, and a push toward high‑income status by 2030.

Libya vs Cape Verde Ends 3‑3 in World Cup Qualifiers Showdown

Libya vs Cape Verde Ends 3‑3 in World Cup Qualifiers Showdown

Libya and Cape Verde drew 3‑3 in Tripoli, keeping Cape Verde five points clear atop Group D and leaving Libya's World Cup hopes hinging on a final game against Cameroon.

Xiaomi Bangladesh dazzles Dhaka with REDMI 15 Power Night launch

Xiaomi Bangladesh dazzles Dhaka with REDMI 15 Power Night launch

Xiaomi Bangladesh's REDMI 15 Power Night in Dhaka showcased a 7,000 mAh phone priced from 17,999 BDT, sparking excitement among locals and reinforcing the brand's market push.

Quarterback Frenzy: Mock Drafts Clash Over #1 Pick Ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

Quarterback Frenzy: Mock Drafts Clash Over #1 Pick Ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

Early 2026 NFL mock drafts clash over the top pick, with quarterbacks John Mateer and Fernando Mendoza leading the debate, and the Browns, Saints and Giants eyeing early selections.