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African Energy Week 2026

Cape Town to host Africa's energy marketplace from October 12-16, bringing together governments, companies, and financiers to negotiate deals and advance African energy opportunities. Over 9,000 delegates from 100 countries are expected to attend.

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Sport Gambia

Gambian Football Team Inspired by Athletic Bilbao

A football team in Baja Kunda, Gambia, adopted the name and colors of Athletic Bilbao after hearing about the club through radio broadcasts. The team, San Mamés United Academy, was inspired by the club's commitment to local talent and its ability to compete against stronger opponents. The team's members admire the Athletic Bilbao's approach and have formed a strong bond with the club.

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Health

Exercise Helps Cancer Patients

Research studies and cancer survivors highlight the benefits of physical activity in managing cancer. Exercise can help patients take charge of their health and keep cancer in remission.

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Politics

ECOWAS Court Gets New Judges

Five new judges have been sworn in at the ECOWAS Court. Faye presided over the ceremony, emphasizing the need for ECOWAS integration to move beyond governments to citizens.

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Sport

India Wins 1st T20I

Shreyas Iyer's century powers India to victory against West Indies in Lucknow. India chased 172 with eight wickets and 32 balls to spare.

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Sport

Nigeria Draws Russia 3-3

Adams scores late goal to level match. Super Eagles came from behind to draw against Russia in an international friendly.

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Science

Nobel Prize in Medicine Awarded

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2026 has been awarded for research into the brain. The prize recognizes work on the inner workings of the brain.

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Entertainment

Xiaomi Vision GT7 Release

The Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo is coming to Gran Turismo 7 this October, along with a new track and cars like the Ferrari F355. The update is part of the game's Spec IV update.

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Sport

Sharks, Stormers Set for Scrum Battle

The Vodacom United Rugby Championship clash between the DHL Stormers and the Hollywoodbets Sharks will feature a intense scrum battle, with both teams boasting strong front rows. Philip Lemmer, the Sharks' scrum coach, expects a fierce contest, likening it to 'two brothers taking each other on at scrum time'.

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Sport

Pirates Face Sundowns

Orlando Pirates prepare to defend MTN8 title against Mamelodi Sundowns, with head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou highlighting the need for tactical detail and mental strength. The team is chasing their first piece of silverware in the 2026/27 campaign.

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Sport

Tupou Retires After 4th Roosters Premiership

Daniel Tupou has announced his retirement from professional rugby league after winning his fourth grand final with the Sydney Roosters. He played 307 games for the club, becoming its greatest try-scorer.

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Sport

Merrett Joins Hawks

Zach Merrett has left Essendon for Hawthorn, signing a four-year contract worth $1 million a year. He considered a contract extension with the Bombers but changed his mind after a disappointing season.

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Sport

Cats Secure Jordan Ridley

Geelong trades for Essendon defender, sends Jack Bowes to Bombers. Ridley brings experience to Cats' backline group.

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Celebrity

Nicole Kidman Joins Viral Lip-Sync

Nicole Kidman, Pedro Pascal, Dua Lipa, and Kristen Wiig lip-sync to ADÉLA's 'Nicole Kidman' at Chanel's Spring/Summer 2027 show in Paris. The video features the four stars taking turns to perform a lyric from the upbeat track.

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Lifestyle

Brabus, Fragment Design Launch $50,000 E-Bike

Brabus and Fragment Design have collaborated on a limited edition electric motorcycle, priced at $50,000, with only 10 units available worldwide. The bike features a black and white design with carbon-fiber trim and a translucent LED taillight.

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Sport

England Beats Czech Republic 3-0

Thomas Tuchel's team concludes four-match international break with a win, Anthony Gordon impresses with three goals in the break

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Sport

Messi Plays Final Match

Lionel Messi bids farewell to international football as Argentina faces Benin, a small west African nation, in a friendly match at Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires. The match marks the end of an era for Argentine football.

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Science

SpaceX Crew-13 Reaches ISS

Four astronauts, led by Jessica Watkins, arrive at the International Space Station after a record-breaking launch-to-docking transit. The crew includes astronauts from the US, Canada, and Russia.

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Science

Saturn Closest to Earth

The planet is easily visible to the naked eye and reaches opposition on October 4, offering a great viewing opportunity. Saturn appears as a moderately bright, creamy-white object in the night sky.

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Science

First Nations STEM Students Head to NASA

Eight Australian university students will travel to the US for a 10-week research placement at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, as part of Monash University's National Indigenous Space Academy. The program aims to build Indigenous participation in Australia's growing space sector.

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Technology

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Released

The new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Z Fold8 Ultra have been released, with claims of longest-lasting batteries. The Z Fold8 has received positive reviews for content consumption.

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Science

NASA Awards $300,000 for Mars Food Idea

A Nigerian-American student has won a NASA contest with a sustainable food concept for astronauts on Mars. The idea can be developed indoors with minimal reliance on Earth-based supplies.

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Business

Singapore Invests $118m in Bioeconomy

Singapore has committed $118 million to develop sustainable materials and chemicals using living organisms, aiming to support industry-aligned research and commercialisation. The initiative focuses on transforming agricultural waste and producing commercially relevant products.

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Science

Tiny Black Holes May Exist in 5D World

Primordial black holes, hypothetical objects formed in the early universe, may have existed in a five-dimensional world, according to a new study. This theory could explain the emergence of an ultra-powerful neutrino detected in 2023.

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