Author: Prudence Makoge
The long wait continues. Another gallant English failure. Australia’s dominance maintained.A 14-4 victory in Saturday’s second Test allowed the Kangaroos to claim a 14th consecutive series win, an Ashes run that began 52 years ago.It renders next week’s sold-out third Test at Headingley in Leeds a dead rubber, as Australia, like in 2003, attempt to complete a 3-0 series whitewash.However, after being brutally put to the sword by Kevin Walters’ team at Wembley a week ago, this performance was more befitting of a Shaun Wane side.The England head coach had pledged that his team would offer a better account of…
Photo Credit: Kola Omotosho/Instagram This recent photo of Kola Omotoso has us saying, “Oh wow, Kola, you just keep serving and we can’t get enough.” The Big Brother Naija Season 10 finalist made an appearance on Day 2 of the ongoing Lagos Fashion Weekend, and as expected, he brought along all the charm and quiet confidence we’ve come to associate with him. Dressed in an Emmy Kasbit navy blue tie-and-dye three-piece suit, Kola managed to merge tradition and modern style in the most striking way. The details in this look are what make it stand out. The waistcoat features bold…
Jemimah Rodrigues compiled a stunning century to seal a historic ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 semi-final victory for India over defending champions Australia, and clinch their place in the final, at the DY Patil Stadium at Navi Mumbai in India, on Thursday, 30 October 2025. Scoring 127 off 134 deliveries, Rodrigues’s knock saw India chase down a record total in Women’s ODI history. The five-wicket win marks India punching their ticket to their third ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Final, following their 2005 and 2017 final campaigns. The hosts will now take on South Africa in the World Cup…
Jake White says John Plumtree’s impending departure as Sharks coach is proof that South African rugby’s professional system is setting coaches up to fail. The Sharks announced on Wednesday that Plumtree will step down by mutual agreement at the end of the 2025-26 season after a poor start to the URC campaign. They have won just one of their first five matches and sit 13th on the log. White, who left the Bulls earlier this year following a breakdown in relations with senior players, told SuperSport.com that the current structure leaves coaches powerless while players, administrators and other role players…
Nothing compares to the warmth and presence of a mother on her daughter’s wedding day, and this bride’s tribute beautifully demonstrates the unbreakable bond between mother and child. Radiant in her exquisite lace dress, she stands between two large portraits of her late mother, cradling both frames as she says quiet prayers. It was such an emotional moment as she tenderly leans toward one of the portraits, embracing and kissing her mother’s photo. This is such a beautiful moment that will definitely get you in your feelings. Enjoy the video below: Source link
It is finally here! The first episode of MENtality With Ebuka, a podcast that aims to shed light on conversations surrounding men. From money, relationships, parenting, to mental health, the goal of the podcast is simply to get men to talk and speak. The host of the podcast is none other but Ebuka Obi-Uchendu who said, through the podcast, he just wants conversations to had. “Just want conversations to be had. I’m hoping people watch the series and ask questions, like, “Hmm, I didn’t think of it that way.” Just opening up the mind and talking more. Call your friend,…
Luton Town reach the FA Cup second round with an injury-time winner after Forest Green Rovers stage a remarkable comeback from three goals down in a thrilling first-round encounter. Source link
Photo Credit: rockyemmyphotography/Instagram When Ciara arrived in Lagos at the start of the 2025 Lagos Fashion Week, we had a feeling she wouldn’t just be attending, she’d be walking the runway. And she did. On Day 2 of the event, Ciara made her appearance for Fruché, gliding down the runway in a striking bright red gown crafted from pleated fabric that gave off a subtle, metallic sheen. The pleats ran vertically across the dress, giving it structure and fluidity all at once. The gown’s silhouette was bold and sculptural. Its sleeves, wide and ballooned, stretched outwards like wings, the pleats…
Shreeya Mahadeo is hoping she is able to take part in the Commonwealth Chess Championships, where she will represent South Africa in Kuala Lumpur from 8 to 17 November 2025. The 15-year-old chess sensation is currently crowd-funding for her trip as she looks to continue building her winning form on the international stage. Mahadeo shared how much representing her country means to her, as well as to her parents, who have demonstrated dedication in supporting the Durban Girls College Grade 10 scholar’s chess career. She adds that watching other youngsters compete internationally has fuelled her own ambition, and she promises…
Captain Siya Kolisi and assistant coach Mzwandile Stick insist the Springboks won’t underestimate Japan at Wembley on Saturday. The sides meet for the first time since the Boks’ World Cup quarter-final win against the hosts in 2019. The world champions also face France, Italy and Wales on tour this month. “We have a lot of respect for Japan – they showed what they can do last week when they faced Australia and only lost by four points,” said Stick. “They’re a well-organised team with good coaches, so we know it’s going to be tough. They have dangerous backline players and…