The £3.8 million National Lottery Lotto jackpot rolled over on Oct 11, 2025, with numbers 11, 17, 25, 31, 51, 54 (Bonus 53) and over a million smaller prizes awarded.
Sheffield Wednesday fans invaded the pitch at Hillsborough on Oct 4, 2025, demanding owner Dejphon Chansiri quit as the club faces financial sanctions and a 5‑0 loss to Coventry.
England edged Canada in a nail‑biting clash to lift the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup. The match saw record‑breaking TV numbers for BBC Sport and sparked fresh debate on the growth of women's rugby. Key moments, player performances and what the win means for the sport are examined here.
Newcastle finally bagged their first win of the season, beating Wolves 1-0 thanks to Nick Woltemade’s debut header at St. James’ Park. A sharp first half faded into a nervy second, but Eddie Howe’s side held firm. The performance offers momentum and a focal point up front, but also a checklist to fix before a possible Barcelona test.
Angela Rayner resigned as UK deputy prime minister after an inquiry found she fell short of ministerial standards over stamp duty underpayment on a Hove flat. She said she followed legal advice that turned out to be wrong, saving about £40,000. The case involves a trust set up for her disabled son and the sale of her stake in a family home in January 2025. Keir Starmer praised her service but said she made the right call.
Alright folks, get ready to delve into the wild and wacky world of broom sports! First up, we've got broom hockey, which is essentially ice hockey, but you're armed with a broom instead of a hockey stick - a sweeping change, wouldn't you say? Now, broomball, on the other hand, is a whole different kettle of fish. Here, you're out on the ice in your shoes, trying to score by smacking a ball into the net with, you guessed it, a broom! So, the main difference is broom hockey is a puck-centric game, broomball is all about the ball - but in both, it's all about the broom action. So, pick your poison, or should I say, pick your broom!
Despite the controversy it stirs, fighting in hockey continues to be a deeply ingrained part of the game. It's seen by many as a tradition, a way for players to police themselves, and even as a strategy for changing the momentum of a game. Detractors argue it promotes violence and poses unnecessary risks, but the NHL and many fans believe it's an essential aspect of the sport's unique culture. Furthermore, it serves as a form of entertainment and a point of excitement for fans. Until there's a broader consensus on its impact, it seems unlikely that fighting will be removed from hockey.
In the world of hockey, the expansion draft is a unique process designed to help new teams build their rosters. Essentially, the NHL allows the new team to select players from existing teams, but there are specific rules to protect key assets. Each existing team can protect a certain number of players, leaving the rest available for selection. The new team then picks one player from each team to form their initial roster. It's a fascinating aspect of team growth and a strategic game within the game of hockey.
In my time following the NHL, I've seen Ryan Reaves, known for his physical prowess, engage in many on-ice fights. But has he ever lost one? It's a tough call as fights in hockey are generally not officially scored, and judgments can be pretty subjective. While some may argue that Reaves has been bested in a few skirmishes, the majority opinion among fans and commentators seems to be that he holds his own pretty well. So, in general, Reaves maintains a reputation as a tough competitor in NHL brawls.
In my latest blog post, I explored the question: "Did Ace have Haki?" After delving into the One Piece universe and examining Ace's abilities, it becomes clear that he indeed possessed Haki. More specifically, he had the Conqueror's Haki (Haoshoku Haki) and Armament Haki (Busoshoku Haki). These powerful abilities allowed Ace to assert his dominance in battles and protect himself and his loved ones. It's truly fascinating to uncover the depths of Ace's powers and how Haki played a significant role in his journey.
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