The White House's new $100,000 fee for fresh H‑1B petitions, effective Sep 21, 2025, sparks panic among employers. Clarifications limit it to new lottery applicants, leaving renewals untouched.
Auditor General Karen Hogan warns Canada has cut only 2% of federal office space, far below the 50% target, costing taxpayers millions. PSPC faces new reporting mandates.
Paul Merson shares bold match‑day three predictions, noting Arsenal and Liverpool as title rivals and sparking debate among fans.
Spanish midfield legend Sergio Busquets has said goodbye to professional soccer, planning to hang up his boots after the 2025 MLS campaign with Inter Miami. The 37‑year‑old reflected on his two‑decade journey, from Barcelona glory to international triumphs, in an emotional Instagram video. Fans can expect a heartfelt farewell that honours his club, country and new American adventure.
The Ospreys head into the 2025-26 United Rugby Championship facing tighter budgets and off‑field turmoil that could spell the last season for all four Welsh regions together. Financial strain is widening the gap with richer Irish, Scottish, South African and Italian sides. The club must lean on youth development and savvy game‑plan tweaks to stay competitive. Fans can still expect a full slate of home and away matches at the Brewery Field, but the future of Welsh professional rugby hangs in the balance.
Senegalese football star Sadio Mané quietly married 19‑year‑old Aisha Tamba in a traditional ceremony linked to their families' charitable ties. The couple, who keep a low profile, welcomed a baby girl about a year later. Mané celebrated his new role with a cradle‑rocking goal celebration. Their relationship is described as rooted in faith, tradition and genuine love.
The September 17, 2025 episode of AEW Dynamite in London, Ontario, served as the All Out go‑home show. Jon Moxley submitted Roderick Strong, the Young Bucks earned a title shot, and Mascara Dorada advanced in the Unified Championship tournament. Highlights also included Bobby Lashley’s dominant win, a brutal No Holds Barred bout, and escalating Death Riders intrigue.
Pakistan and Bangladesh meet in a high‑stakes Super Four match at Dubai International Cricket Stadium on September 25. The winner secures a spot in the Asia Cup 2025 final against India. Pakistan rides a surge after beating Sri Lanka, while Bangladesh hopes returning stars will spark a comeback. Weather, pitch and player form could tip the balance.
President Bola Tinubu and suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara flew back to Nigeria early, just as the Rivers State transition kicks into high gear. Tinubu cut short his France‑UK holiday and met Emmanuel Macron, while Fubara returned from London. Vice Admiral Ibok‑Ete Ibas is overseeing the handover after months of emergency rule, with local elections wrapped up in record time.
The South African Social Security Agency has released the September 2025 payment schedule for its major grants. Old age beneficiaries will be paid on 2 September, disability recipients on 3 September and child support recipients on 4 September. SASSA urges beneficiaries to withdraw money gradually and use their cards for purchases. The move aims to ease crowding at pay points and curb theft. Officials say the staggered approach reflects a continued focus on safety and efficient service delivery.
Fluminense lost 1‑0 to Lanús in the first leg of their Copa Sudamericana quarter‑final, thanks to an 89th‑minute strike by Marcelino Moreno. A 1‑0 home win in the return match wasn’t enough, as the aggregate score ended 1‑1 and Lanús progressed. Injuries plagued the Argentine side, yet they held firm. The tie highlighted tactical shifts from both managers and the pressure of playing at the Maracanã.
Ticket sales have opened for the La Liga clash between Sevilla FC and Villarreal CF on 23 September 2025 at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan. Prices start at €24, but demand is high and availability is limited. The match pits two seasoned Spanish clubs with European ambitions against each other, making it a must‑watch fixture.