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Chelsea and Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez has eased fears of a lengthy spell on the sidelines, revealing he expects to return to action “in a few weeks” after undergoing surgery for a broken jaw sustained during Saturday’s 2–0 Premier League victory over Everton. The 34-year-old World Cup winner was stretchered off following an eight-minute stoppage at Hill Dickinson Stadium after a heavy collision with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite in the second half. Martínez received treatment on the pitch before being taken to hospital, where he underwent surgery. Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso later confirmed that the goalkeeper had also suffered a…

TODAY’S MASS EXPLAINER | Catholics reflect on Jesus’ call to give to Caesar what is Caesar’s and to God what is God’s Pope Leo XIV waves to Catholic faithful as he leaves Gemelli Hospital. PHOTO/VATICAN. By PATRICK MAYOYO Catholics gathering for Sunday Mass across the world are invited to reflect on a powerful message about faith, political responsibility, love and humanity’s ultimate duty to God, as the readings of the day challenge believers to examine where their true allegiance lies. At the heart of today’s Gospel, taken from Matthew 22:15–21, is Jesus Christ’s famous response to a politically charged question:…

Nigerian rapper Blaqbonez has released his new album, NOMADINHO: 4TH PRIME, via Chocolate City Music. The 15-track project runs about 38 minutes. It follows his 2025 album No Excuses and its April 2026 deluxe edition, and arrives after a sold-out UK tour.The guest list includes Asake on two incredible songs, alongside Victony, Ruger, TML Vibez, Igwe Aka and Monochrome. The album opens with I Love This featuring Igwe Aka, followed by CA$H EVERYDAY, Big Performer, IKEBE 3000 and of course, Chanel. Further down are FYP with Monochrome, JUSTINA with Ruger and Sample Ekwe. Finesse You with TML Vibez closes the project.The Asake records…

Ivan van Rooyen says the Lions’ decision to play Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup match after “humble” Hyron Andrews’ death showed the character of the team. The Lions lock died in France on Friday, and his teammates and management chose to honour him by taking the field for their Champions Cup debut against La Rochelle at the Stade Marcel-Deflandre, where they lost 31-14. “The responses from all over the world on the team’s decision to play speaks to the man Hyron was,” said Van Rooyen. “He was a humble, gentle guy who people gravitated towards. He had the ability to pull…

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The United Niger Delta Congress (UNDC) has urged the federal government to extend the pipeline surveillance contract of Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL), citing reported improvements in crude oil delivery, infrastructure protection and employment across the Niger Delta.   The group said the company’s reported performance, alongside investments in host communities, justified retaining the existing arrangement to sustain oil production gains and protect jobs in the region.   The call followed a report by the technical subcommittee of the House of Representatives Committee on Host Communities, which investigated a petition against PINL and Osahon Okunbo, its managing director.   According…

Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro pledged on Friday to deliver a 200 billion real ($39.49 billion) fiscal adjustment in the federal budget if he wins the presidency, and he rejected media reports that his campaign was weighing cuts to social spending. Bolsonaro, the eldest son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, will face leftist President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in a runoff on October 25 and leads in most polls. He made the commitments in an interview with Brazil’s most-watched evening newscast. The denials were specific. Bolsonaro dismissed proposals that reports attributed to his campaign: halting real increases in the minimum…

GWADAR/QUETTA: Pakistan has suspended trade with Iran through the official Gabd-Rimdan (250) and Taftan border crossings, it emerged on Saturday. The Ministry of Commerce issued a memorandum on Friday, seen by Dawn, withdrawing its earlier order [No. 9(3)2017-Iran] dated Oct 3 with immediate effect. Shahid Rind, adviser to the Balochistan chief minister on media and political affairs, said the “purpose of the temporary closure of the Pak-Iran border is to address security concerns, prevent smuggling, and make the border system more effective”. In a statement on X, Rind refuted “rumours being spread on social media” regarding the closure and urged…

More than six in ten South African households experience food insecurity, according to the National Food and Nutrition Security Survey cited by the South African Human Rights Commission, with the Eastern Cape among the hardest hit.Three years into a partnership formed to address exactly that problem, the Lingham Foundation, SA Harvest, FNB and the Maria Marina Foundation have built an Early Childhood Development centre now serving 120 children daily in Cwebeni, trained 40 local women as ECD teachers, funded a community centre built with local labour, and contributed to the delivery of over 46 million meals to vulnerable South Africans.…

Fulham v Hull City .Fulham host Hull City at Craven Cottage on Saturday, 17 October 2026, in Premier League Matchweek 7, with kick-off listed for 16:00 SAST. Fulham are still searching for their first league win, while promoted Hull are looking to end a four-match winless run. Check SportPesa Score for the latest score and confirmed lineups, or explore SportPesa South Africa soccer markets for available match options. The Fulham vs Hull City preview brings together two contrasting starts to the 2026/27 season. Álvaro Arbeloa’s Fulham have taken two points from six matches despite competitive performances against established Premier…