September 2, 2025

The Rock Explores New Roles In ‘The Smashing Machine’

The Rock Explores New Roles In ‘The Smashing Machine’

September 2, 2025 1:46 pm

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson said Monday that a “burning desire” to explore more complex roles drove him to accept a part in The Smashing Machine, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival.

Known for his wrestling career and big-budget action films, the 53-year-old explained that Hollywood’s emphasis on box office success often pushes actors into predictable roles. “I understood that, and I made those movies, and I liked them, and they were fun, and some were really good and did well, and some not so,” Johnson said, speaking at his first European festival.

“But I just had this burning desire …

Gianluigi Donnarumma

Gianluigi Donnarumma Joins Manchester City On Five-Year Deal

September 2, 2025 1:22 pm

Manchester City have officially completed the signing of Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) for a reported £26 million. The 26-year-old has agreed to a five-year contract, with the option for an additional year, keeping him at the Etihad Stadium until at least the summer of 2030.

Donnarumma arrives in Manchester following a successful stint at PSG, where he played a pivotal role in securing the club’s first UEFA Champions League title earlier this year. Despite his contributions, he found himself increasingly sidelined under manager Luis Enrique, who favored alternatives like Arnau Tenas and Matvey Safonov due to …

Martínez Rejects Turkish Offers, Stays At Villa

Martínez Rejects Turkish Offers, Stays At Villa

September 2, 2025 1:10 pm

Emiliano Martínez has turned down all offers from Turkish clubs, including a €22.5 million bid from Galatasaray, opting to remain at Aston Villa. This decision follows the collapse of his potential move to Manchester United. 

Martínez had agreed to personal terms with United, and a swap deal involving Jadon Sancho was proposed. However, Sancho declined a permanent move to Villa, agreeing only to a loan deal. Consequently, United pursued other options and signed Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp for £18.2 million.

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Despite interest from Turkish clubs, Martínez …

Man United To Cover 20% Of Sancho’s Salary At Aston Villa

Man United To Cover 20% Of Sancho’s Salary At Aston Villa

September 2, 2025 10:30 am

Jadon Sancho has completed a season-long loan move to Aston Villa from Manchester United, marking a significant step in his career. Villa will pay a loan fee and cover 80% of Sancho’s £200,000-per-week wages, with Manchester United responsible for the remaining 20%.

The 25-year-old winger, who joined United from Borussia Dortmund for £73 million in 2021, spent the previous season on loan at Chelsea. Despite contributing to Chelsea’s UEFA Conference League victory, the club opted not to make the move permanent. Sancho turned down offers from Roma, Juventus, and Besiktas before choosing Villa, influenced partly by speaking to former loanee …

Ghana President Fires Chief Justice Over Abuse Allegations

Ghana President Fires Chief Justice Over Abuse Allegations

September 2, 2025 10:22 am

Ghana’s President John Mahama has fired the country’s Chief Justice, Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkonoo, following an investigation that found her guilty of alleged abuse of office. The decision was announced on Monday, marking the first time a sitting chief justice in Ghana has been investigated and removed.

Torkonoo, 61, became the third woman to lead Ghana’s Supreme Court in 2023. Her tenure was marred by multiple complaints alleging misconduct, including falsifying judicial records and misusing public funds. These complaints prompted President Mahama to set up a five-member commission, chaired by a fellow Supreme Court judge, to examine the allegations.…

Oil Prices Rise On Ukraine Conflict And Supply Concerns

Oil Prices Rise On Ukraine Conflict And Supply Concerns

September 2, 2025 10:06 am

Oil prices climbed on Tuesday amid growing concerns over supply disruptions as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine intensifies, while investors also weigh upcoming U.S. jobs data that could influence interest rate decisions.

Brent crude rose 37 cents, or 0.54%, to $68.52 per barrel by 7:17 AM WAT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained $1.01, or 1.58%, to $65.02 per barrel. WTI futures did not settle on Monday due to the Labor Day holiday in the United States.

The market is closely watching U.S. labor data, set to be released this week ahead of the Federal Reserve’s September meeting. …

Gold Hits Record $3,508 Amid Global Economic Uncertainty

Gold Hits Record $3,508 Amid Global Economic Uncertainty

September 2, 2025 9:51 am

The price of gold surged to a record high on Tuesday, reflecting strong demand for the precious metal amid global economic uncertainty. The spot gold price reached $3,508.50 per ounce, extending a rally that has seen it rise nearly one-third this year.

Gold is widely regarded as a safe-haven asset, attracting investors when economic or geopolitical risks increase. The metal’s recent ascent followed announcements of sweeping US tariffs under President Donald Trump, which disrupted global trade and heightened market anxieties.

Analysts also point to expectations of potential interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve as a factor boosting gold’s …

Putin Meets Modi And Xi As Russia Secures Oil Partnerships

Putin Meets Modi And Xi As Russia Secures Oil Partnerships

September 2, 2025 9:40 am

Monday’s meeting between Russia’s Vladimir Putin, China’s Xi Jinping, and India’s Narendra Modi highlighted a rare display of diplomatic solidarity and offered Putin an opportunity to engage directly with his country’s top oil buyers.

India and China have increasingly turned to Russian oil since Western nations imposed sanctions following Moscow’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Lower prices, coupled with restricted global trade, drew the two Asian giants to Russian crude, helping sustain Moscow’s economy amid mounting Western pressure.

At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin, the three leaders discussed strengthening economic ties and coordinating strategies in a forum that …

Trump Claims India Offers Tariff Cuts Amid Trade Tensions

Trump Claims India Offers Tariff Cuts Amid Trade Tensions

September 2, 2025 9:29 am

US President Donald Trump said India has offered to cut its tariffs “to nothing” even as he described the current trade standoff with the country as “a totally one-sided disaster.”

The remarks come after the United States imposed tariffs of 50% on certain Indian goods last week, including a 25% penalty linked to Delhi’s continued purchase of Russian oil. India has not formally responded to Trump’s latest comments, but tensions over the issue of Russian energy have strained ties between Washington and New Delhi to historic lows.

Trump accused India of benefiting disproportionately in trade, writing that the country sells …

Beijing Steps Up Security Before Xi’s Key Global Appearance

Beijing Steps Up Security Before Xi’s Key Global Appearance

September 2, 2025 9:14 am

Beijing is bracing for a grand military parade, a meticulously staged display of power orchestrated by President Xi Jinping. Eight massive Chinese flags flank a portrait of Mao Zedong atop the Gate of Heavenly Peace, overlooking Tiananmen Square, one of the largest public squares in the world.

Rows of seats have been reserved for 26 foreign heads of state, including Russia’s Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un, signaling Xi’s diplomatic influence. Nearby, outside the Great Hall of the People, two enormous floral arrangements commemorate the end of World War II, while seating for roughly 50,000 invitees stretches …

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