Author: Vusumuzi Moyo
76ers Edge Warriors 118-115 as Maxey Blocks Curry, Ends Home Losing Streak
Tyrese Maxey scored 34 points and blocked Stephen Curry's final shot as the Philadelphia 76ers edged the short-handed Golden State Warriors 118-115 at Xfinity Mobile Arena on December 4, 2025, snapping a home losing streak and crushing betting over/under lines.
Ryan Gravenberch’s Season-Ending Injury Deepens Liverpool’s Crisis Amid 6 Losses in 7 Games
Liverpool’s title defense crumbles as Ryan Gravenberch’s season-ending ankle injury, compounded by a controversial red card, leaves the squad depleted. Six losses in seven games and 23 yellow cards raise alarm.
Norris Takes Pole, Then Gets DQ’d as Verstappen Wins Las Vegas GP Amid McLaren Scandal
Lando Norris took pole in wet conditions at the 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix, but was later disqualified for skid wear infringement, handing victory to Max Verstappen and reshaping the Drivers' Championship battle.
Curaçao Makes History as Smallest Nation Ever to Qualify for FIFA World Cup
Curaçao, population 165,000, became the smallest nation ever to qualify for the FIFA World Cup after an unbeaten CONCACAF campaign, earning a spot in the 2026 tournament hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
Ramaphosa Joins CEOs in Kliptown Cleanup Ahead of G20 Summit Amid US Absence
President Cyril Ramaphosa joined CEOs and Johannesburg officials in a Kliptown cleanup ahead of the G20 Summit, confirming the event will proceed despite U.S. absence, signaling a new era of public-private urban renewal.
OKC Tops Power Rankings, Knicks Second as Lakers Injuries Loom
CBS Sports' NBA power rankings put OKC first, Knicks second, and flag early Lakers injuries, while Phoenix, Sacramento, and Charlotte face unique challenges in a shifting 2025‑26 season.
Kitui to Host Mashujaa Day 2025 Under ‘Energy’ Theme as Stadium Nears Completion
Kenya will host Mashujaa Day on Oct 20, 2025 in Kitui, featuring the Energy Week 2025 theme, a near‑complete stadium, and a push for renewable energy across the nation.
Kenya Education Ministry Releases 2026 Academic Calendar – Dates, Exams, Breaks
Kenya's Ministry of Education, led by Julius Bitok, releases the 2026 academic calendar, detailing term dates, exam windows and holiday breaks for schools nationwide.
Arsenal Women Snap Winless Streak with 1-0 Victory Over Brighton
Arsenal Women ended a four‑game winless streak with a 1‑0 win over Brighton, moving into fifth in the WSL and tightening the race for European spots.
Madagascar President Decries Illegal Power Grab After Army Mutiny
President Rajoelina declares an illegal power grab after a military mutiny in Antananarivo, sparking casualties, economic shock, and international condemnation.
Cousins Rinderknech and Vacherot Set for $1.1M Shanghai Masters Final
Cousins Arthur Rinderknech and Valentin Vacherot face off in the 2025 Shanghai Masters final, battling for $1.1M prize money and historic ATP points.
Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado awarded 2025 Nobel Peace Prize
Maria Corina Machado, Venezuela's hidden opposition leader, wins the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, sparking hope and international pressure on Maduro's regime.