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Xiaomi 17 Series Launches with 100W Charging, Direct Challenge to iPhone 17
Xiaomi unveiled its 17 series on September 27, 2025, rolling out three models that boast 100‑watt charging and a high‑density battery. The lineup stakes a claim against Apple’s iPhone 17 with aggressive pricing and fresh features like a back‑screen display. Critics note striking design parallels with the iPhone, while analysts see a real threat to other Android flagships. Early hands‑on reviews praise hardware but flag software polish and after‑sales service. The launch also reintroduces chargers in the box, a move many users welcome.
Osasuna vs Elche Prediction: Odds, Form and Key Players for the La Liga Showdown
Osasuna host newly promoted Elche at Estadio El Sadar on September 25, 2025. The home side rides a six‑game winning streak at home, while Elche arrives unbeaten in five league matches. Historical head‑to‑head data favors the Navarre club, but the visitors have proven resilient on the road. Experts split between a home win, an upset, or a low‑scoring draw. Key figures include Ante Budimir for Osasuna and Andre Silva for Elche.
Taylor Fritz Powers Team World to Laver Cup 2025 Triumph in San Francisco
Team World clinched the 2025 Laver Cup in San Francisco after Taylor Fritz beat Alexander Zverev 6-3, 7-6(4). The American had stunned world No.1 Carlos Alcaraz the day before, marking his first win over a top‑ranked player. Key moments from Friday through Sunday showed a dramatic swing in momentum, with Alex de Minaur and the doubles pair keeping the points ticking. The victory signals a new era for Fritz and a rare upset for the underdogs.
Telkom’s Mobile Subscriber Base Hits Record 23.2 Million, Fueled by Prepaid and Data Boom
Telkom announced a 13.4% rise in mobile subscribers to 23.2 million for FY 2025, driven largely by prepaid and data‑heavy users. Mobile data users grew 19.5% to 15.2 million, while revenue climbed 10.2%. The momentum continued into Q1 2025 with a 27.5% jump in data customers. CEO Serame Taukobong credits a data‑first strategy and stable ARPU. Infrastructure upgrades with Openserve and global partners underpin the growth.
Diego Gomez perfect rating sparks Brighton's 6-0 demolition of Barnsley
Brighton thrashed Barnsley 6-0 in the Carabao Cup, with midfielder Diego Gomez earning a rare perfect score after a rapid hat‑trick. The win showcased tactical fluidity, defensive rigidity and attacking flair, signalling the Seagulls’ serious intent in the cup and the league.
WWE Raw Preview: Vaquer’s Celebration, Tag‑Team Chaos and Title Defenses Ahead of Crown Jewel
Raw builds tension for Crown Jewel with women's champion Stephanie Vaquer celebrating her win, a tornado Usos‑vs‑Bron match, Dominik Mysterio defending the Intercontinental title against Rusev, and Cody Rhodes gearing up for a showdown with Seth Rollins. Big stakes, big personalities, big drama.
Ballon d'Or 2025 Odds: Ousmane Dembele Becomes Hot Favourite
Betting markets have pushed Ousmane Dembele to 1/3 odds for the 2025 Ballon d'Or, making him the clear front‑runner. Barcelona teen Lamine Yamal sits as the main challenger at 9/4, while other stars like Raphinha and Mohamed Salah trail further behind. Dembele's form with PSG and the rise of new talent shape a thrilling race ahead of the October ceremony.
Brighton’s Late Comeback Stuns West Ham in 3-2 Premier League Thriller
Brighton turned a 2-1 deficit into a 3-2 win over West Ham at the American Express Stadium on April 26, 2025. Yasin Ayari opened the scoring, but Mohammed Kudus equalised early in the second half. Tomáš Souček seemed to seal the game with an 83rd‑minute header, yet Kaoru Mitoma and Carlos Baleba struck in the final minutes. The result lifts Brighton’s season momentum while West Ham faces mounting pressure on Graham Potter.
F-15J jets land in UK for the first time, marking Japan’s debut combat deployment to Europe
Japan’s Air Self-Defense Force has flown F-15J fighters to the UK for the first time, a historic debut for Japanese combat aircraft in Europe. The “Atlantic Eagles” mission highlights closer Japan-UK defense ties and deeper Indo-Pacific–Euro-Atlantic cooperation. The jets launched from Hokkaido, with tanker and transport support, and will continue to Germany after training in Britain.
Eskom EV rollout: BYD partnership aims to supercharge South Africa’s charging network
Eskom has deployed its first fleet of 20 electric vehicles and 10 internal chargers, then signed a cooperation deal with BYD a week later to speed up EV adoption in South Africa. The partnership backs the BYD Dolphin Surf launch and targets public charging expansion, skills development, and jobs. Future plans include renewable-powered fast-charging hubs and battery reuse for energy storage.
UEFA Super Cup: Real Madrid beat Eintracht Frankfurt 2-0 to equal all-time record in Helsinki
Real Madrid beat Eintracht Frankfurt 2-0 in Helsinki to win their fifth UEFA Super Cup. David Alaba and Karim Benzema scored, with Benzema moving past Raúl as Madrid’s second-highest scorer. Casemiro was named MVP, while Tchouaméni and Rüdiger made debuts. Carlo Ancelotti claimed a record fourth Super Cup as a coach.
Karol G Halftime Show: How to Watch YouTube’s First Exclusive NFL Broadcast from São Paulo
Karol G will headline the halftime show during YouTube’s first-ever exclusive NFL live broadcast on September 5, 2025, as the Chiefs face the Chargers in São Paulo. The game streams free worldwide on YouTube, with pregame at 4 p.m. PT/7 p.m. ET/8 p.m. BRT and kickoff at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET/9 p.m. BRT. Here’s how to watch and why this crossover matters for sports and music.