September 25, 2025

UK Travellers Will Face Stricter EU Border Laws From October

UK Travelers Will Face Stricter EU Border Laws From October

September 25, 2025 1:29 pm

UK holidaymakers heading to Europe will soon undergo additional border checks as the European Union introduces its new Entry/Exit System (EES), starting from October 12, 2025.

The automated system, which will be phased in over six months, applies to UK and other non-EU nationals travelling for short stays in the Schengen area. Passengers will need to scan their passports, provide fingerprints, and have a photo taken at the border.

The checks will be mandatory for entry into most EU countries, as well as Iceland, Norway, and Switzerland, but will not apply to travel to Ireland or Cyprus. Photos will be …

José Mourinho Faces Growing Scrutiny As Benfica Held By Rio Ave

José Mourinho Faces Growing Scrutiny As Benfica Held By Rio

September 25, 2025 12:37 pm

José Mourinho is facing early pressure at Benfica after his side were held to a 1-1 draw by Rio Ave, a result that leaves the Lisbon club trailing in the Primeira Liga title race.

Benfica looked set for a crucial win at the Estadio da Luz before conceding a stoppage-time equalizer that stunned home fans and denied Mourinho back-to-back victories since taking charge. The draw leaves the Eagles four points behind league leaders and intensifies questions about their ability to compete for the championship.

Despite dominating possession and creating several chances, Benfica struggled to turn control into goals. Mourinho, visibly …

Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger Announce Instant Withdrawal From ICC

Burkina Faso Mali Niger Announce Instant Withdrawal From ICC

September 25, 2025 11:49 am

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have jointly declared they will withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), calling the Hague-based tribunal a tool of “neo-colonialist repression.”

In a coordinated statement on Tuesday, the three military-led governments said they no longer recognize the court’s jurisdiction and accused it of disproportionately targeting African nations. They pledged to establish “indigenous mechanisms for the consolidation of peace and justice” to handle war crimes and human rights abuses within their territories.

The move deepens the trio’s political isolation from Western powers and international institutions. All three countries have been ruled by military juntas since coups …

Italy, Spain Send Warships To Shield Gaza Aid Flotilla

Italy, Spain Send Warships To Shield Gaza Aid Flotilla

September 25, 2025 9:23 am

Italy and Spain have deployed naval ships to the Mediterranean to protect the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF), a civilian aid mission bound for Gaza, after the convoy came under drone attacks in international waters.

Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto told parliament Thursday that a second ship was being dispatched, following Rome’s earlier decision to send a frigate in response to overnight assaults. “We have sent one ship and another is on its way, ready for any eventuality,” he said.

Spain confirmed its participation, with Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announcing in New York that a Spanish naval vessel would sail from …

Rooney: ‘Ballon d’Or Rankings A Joke, Raphinha Deserved’

Rooney: ‘Ballon d’Or Rankings A Joke, Raphinha Deserved’

September 25, 2025 9:05 am

Wayne Rooney has delivered a stinging verdict on the latest Ballon d’Or results, branding the rankings a “joke” and insisting that Raphinha should have been crowned the winner. The former Manchester United and England captain was left baffled by the voting, particularly with Vitinha finishing third and Raphinha only fifth.

Speaking candidly, Rooney said: “It’s a joke, really. How come Raphinha finished fifth and Vitinha third? He led his team in key moments, played with passion and heart, and gave us some magical nights. If that doesn’t deserve the Ballon d’Or, what does? For me, he should have been number …

Silva Slams Schedule After City’s Draw With Arsenal

Silva Slams Schedule After City’s Draw With Arsenal

September 25, 2025 8:52 am

Bernardo Silva has voiced his frustration after Manchester City’s 2–2 draw with Arsenal in the Premier League, criticising what he described as an “unfair” scheduling disadvantage. The Portuguese midfielder argued that City were left at a serious disadvantage after having just two and a half days of rest compared to Arsenal’s five, insisting that such disparities should not be allowed in high-stakes matches.

“It’s not fair to play one of these games like this,” Silva said in a post-match interview. “It’s just not right. They had five days of rest, we had two and a half. In one of the …

2030 World Cup Nears Historic Expansion To 64 Teams

2030 World Cup Nears Historic Expansion To 64 Teams

September 25, 2025 8:39 am

The 2030 World Cup looks set to mark a historic milestone, with football edging closer to hosting its first-ever 64-team tournament. CONMEBOL president Alejandro Domínguez, speaking in New York ahead of a high-profile summit in the United States, hinted at a development he described as “something that will shock the world.” FIFA president Gianni Infantino and the presidents of Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay will also attend the meeting, underlining its significance.

Domínguez’s comments point to a growing momentum behind the expansion plans, which could be formally announced as early as next week when the FIFA Council convenes. The Council, where …

Mourinho Slams VAR: ‘I Don’t Like Today’s Football’

Mourinho Slams VAR: ‘I Don’t Like Today’s Football’

September 25, 2025 8:18 am

Jose Mourinho has launched a fresh attack on modern officiating, voicing his frustration at the growing influence of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in football. The Portuguese manager, known for his outspoken nature, lamented the way goals are being ruled out for what he sees as trivial offences, arguing that technology is taking the spotlight away from players and undermining the essence of the game.

Speaking in typically forthright fashion, Mourinho said: “I don’t like the current state of football, where goals are disallowed for a simple shirt pull or a minor foot contact. The main actors in matches are …

Abia Opens Testing Lab To Address Frequent Building Collapses

Abia Opens Testing Lab To Address Frequent Building Collapse

September 25, 2025 3:49 am

Abia State Government has opened a fully equipped building material testing laboratory in a bid to curb frequent building collapse and enforce construction standards across the state.

The laboratory, located within the Umuahia Capital Development Authority (UCDA) premises, is now fully operational. It can carry out tests on concrete, soil, aggregates, asphalt pavement, steel reinforcement, and other structural materials. Officials say the facility will also conduct field and non-destructive testing to verify the integrity of ongoing projects.

Information Commissioner Prince Okey Kanu announced the development while briefing journalists on the outcome of the state’s weekly Executive Council Meeting. He described …

Tiwa Savage Performs At UN 80th Anniversary Event In New York

Savage Performs At UNGA’s 80th Anniversary Event In New York

September 25, 2025 3:39 am

Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage took center stage at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Hall in New York on 19 September, performing before world leaders as the UN marked its 80th anniversary.

The high-profile event, known as the UN80 Commemoration, brought together global dignitaries including UN Secretary-General António Guterres, Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed, President of the General Assembly Annalena Baerbock, and Under-Secretary-General for Policy Guy Ryder.

Hosted by Melissa Fleming, the UN’s head of global communications, the evening celebrated eight decades of multilateralism through music, storytelling, and film. Fleming introduced Savage as “one of Africa’s leading voices” and a …

Thailand Signs Submarine Deal With China To Balance US Ties

Thailand Signs Submarine Deal With China To Balance US Ties

September 25, 2025 3:31 am

Thailand has signed a long-delayed deal with China to acquire a 2,550-ton diesel-electric submarine, a move analysts say underscores Bangkok’s effort to assert strategic autonomy while preserving its long-standing alliance with the United States.

The Royal Thai Navy confirmed that Admiral Jirapol Wongwit, its chief, attended a signing ceremony at China Shipbuilding and Offshore International headquarters in Beijing on 16 September. The agreement covers the purchase of a Chinese-built Type 039A (Thai-designated S26T) submarine and includes technology transfer and crew training. Delivery is scheduled for 2028, after a roughly 40-month construction period.

Thailand originally planned to buy three submarines but …

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