SASSA Sets October 2025 Grant Dates and Rolls Out New Biometric Rules
SASSA unveils October 2025 grant dates and a new biometric enrollment rule for fresh applicants, aiming to cut fraud and secure payments for millions.
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SASSA unveils October 2025 grant dates and a new biometric enrollment rule for fresh applicants, aiming to cut fraud and secure payments for millions.
Barcelona rallied to beat Real Sociedad 2-1, with Lamine Yamal’s return sparking a decisive comeback and lifting the club to the LaLiga summit.
Arsenal Women drew 0-0 with Manchester United at Leigh Sports Village, controlling most of the ball but failing to breach a disciplined defence. Katie Reid shone defensively, while the attack struggled for bite. The match exposed tactical strengths and gaps in Renée Slegers' side as they prepare for a pivotal clash with Aston Villa in the title race.
Manchester United delivered a 4-1 win over AFC Bournemouth at Chicago's Soldier Field in the Premier League Summer Series. Goals from Højlund, Dorgu, Amad Diallo and teen striker Ethan Williams highlighted United's depth. Rain‑soaked conditions didn’t stop a strong showing from goalkeeper Tom Heaton, who filled in for an injured André Onana. Manager Ruben Amorim rotated his squad after the 70‑minute mark, underlining the team's talent pool. The victory puts United at the top of the preseason tournament and boosts confidence ahead of the league start.
Xiaomi’s new 17 Pro Max launches in China for CN¥ 5,999, boasting a 7,500 mAh silicon‑carbon battery, a rear secondary screen, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, up to 16 GB RAM and 1 TB storage, and Leica‑tuned triple cameras. The phone aims to challenge Apple and Samsung on endurance and innovation.
Jacob Ramsey praised Lucas Digne’s celebratory message after Villa’s 1-0 win over Bologna, while both players face mounting transfer speculation. Digne’s future is linked to an £8m Atletico Madrid bid, and Ramsey is a reported Tottenham target. Financial pressure from UEFA adds urgency to any potential departures.
Strasbourg clinched a 4-2 win over Marseille in Ligue 1 on September 26, 2025, with goals from Ouattara, Aubameyang and Murillo. Both clubs entered with identical 12‑point tallies, but the home side leveraged its stadium advantage. US fans could catch the clash on Fubo TV or beIN Sports. The match featured a dramatic second‑half surge and highlighted key lineup choices. Detailed viewing options and stats were available across multiple platforms.
President Trump alleges that acetaminophen, known as Tylenol, is a major factor in autism and signals an upcoming White House announcement. Scientists warn the claim rests on shaky evidence and could mislead pregnant people. Autism experts stress the need to focus on proven risk factors rather than unproven associations.
Aston Villa opened their 2025/26 Europa League campaign with a 1-0 win over Bologna at Villa Park, thanks to a first‑half strike from John McGinn. The victory came after a bleak start to the Premier League season, giving the club its first win across all competitions. Bologna’s record against English sides remains winless, adding pressure to their European hopes. The result could boost Villa’s confidence in both Europe and domestic play.
Bangladesh secured the second berth for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 in a nail‑biting qualifier at Lahore. Despite a loss to Pakistan, a razor‑thin net‑run‑rate edge over the West Indies kept their dream alive. Pakistan finished unbeaten, while the final line‑up now features eight teams headed to India. The showdown highlighted the growing depth of Asian women's cricket.
River Plate flies into Seattle for their first ever Club World Cup appearance, taking on Japan's Urawa Red Diamonds in the opening game. The Argentine side has added only one senior recruit and a handful of youth prospects, so the focus stays on integration and chemistry. Training will be at the Seattle Sounders' elite centre, with media allowed inside. Urawa arrives in patchy form but boasts a potent attack led by Ryoma Watanabe. The group also pits River against Monterrey and Inter Milan, turning the Pacific coast into a battlefield.
Royal Media Services Chairman SK Macharia has publicly mourned the passing of former Attorney General Charles Njonjo, who died at 101. Njonjo, dubbed "The Duke of Kabeteshire," served Kenya’s first governments under Kenyatta and Moi. He held top legal and political posts, including Minister of Justice and MP for Kikuyu. President Uhuru Kenyatta announced his death, noting that Njonjo was the last surviving member of the nation’s founding cabinet. The former lawyer was cremated shortly after his death on Jan. 2, 2022.