It’s a “huge honor” for William Creighton to be able to capture the British Rally Championship title at Rali Ceredigion.
In the final round of the BRC season, Creighton and co-driver Liam Regan will win the title.
Former junior world and British champion, Creighton, is a Motorsport Ireland driver who has only recently managed to escape the BRC title.
Creighton praised the season as having been “an incredible one.”
Every rally has asked a different thing of us, and the competition has been fierce.
It’s a great honor for us to compete for the British title at Ceredigion, but we’re keeping our sights on the rally itself.
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The 27-year-old is vying for the championship against his Toyota team-mate Meirion Evans, who can also win if Creighton doesn’t score.
If Creighton wins, local driver Evans will finish second, or if the Northern Irishman finishes second and his rival will finish third.
A strong result for Creighton will at least help to bring the title to the Cambrian Rally’s final round in October.
The European Rally Championship, which will bring the best drivers from Europe to the United Kingdom, makes up the Rali Ceredigion, a special event held during the BRC season.
With the ERC drivers present, it’s the perfect opportunity to see how we stack up against some of the best in Europe, Crighton continued. The stages are technical, quick, and unforgiving.
In action are Devine and Armstrong.
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With three rounds left, Motorsport Ireland’s Jon Armstrong, an outsider contender for the ERC title, will join Creighton at the rally.
M-Sport driver Shane Byrne and M-Sport driver Armstrong, who finished on the podium in the final race in the Czech Republic, expressed their excitement for the Wales event.
We have two strong rallies coming up to finish the season strong, despite the fact that it has a bit of an outside chance to keep the ERC title fight alive.
The goal is to have a clean rally, enjoy ourselves, and see what the outcome we can bring home at the end of the year because we had a good pace.
Anything is possible, since we finished second last time out in Barum. We’ll give it our all, have a good time, and start the week off right.
Callum Devine, the reigning Irish Tarmac Rally champion, will also make a one-time appearance in Wales as MRF Tyres Skoda Fabia pilot.
Following a report from journalist Pablo Torre, the NBA announced on Wednesday that it would look into whether a $ 28 million endorsement deal between Kawhi Leonard and a California-based sustainability services company allowed the Los Angeles Clippers to break league salary cap regulations.
The Clippers vehemently opposed any violations of the league’s investigation and expressed their gratitude.
The investigation will focus on connections between Leonard, the Clippers, and Aspiration Fund Adviser, LLC, which filed for bankruptcy earlier this year. At the time, it named several creditors, including the Clippers (who were owed about $30 million) and KL2 Aspire LLC, which owed $7 million.
In California filings, Leonard is named as the company’s manager. His jersey number is 2 while his initials are KL and KL. On Wednesday, emails sent to his ad-list representatives for comment were not immediately returned.
NBA spokesman Mike Bass stated on Wednesday that “we are aware of this morning’s media report regarding the LA Clippers.”
Steve Ballmer, the owner of the Clippers, invested $50 million in Aspiration, and the pair announced a $300 million partnership in September 2021. About a month later, Leonard agreed to a four-year, $ 176 million extension with the Clippers.
After two years, the team claimed that the team’s contract was in default.
The Clippers and Steve Ballmer neither escaped the salary cap, according to the organization. It is absurd to think that Steve made the investment to give money to Kawhi Leonard. Steve made the decision because Aspiration’s cofounders posed as environmentally conscious and committed to doing what they can for their customers.
Aspiration filed for bankruptcy after a lengthy campaign of market manipulation that defrauded both Steve and numerous other investors and sports teams. Neither Steve nor the Clippers were aware of any illegal activity by Aspiration or its cofounder until the government started its investigation.
Steve Ballmer, a former Microsoft CEO and majority shareholder, and former US President Barack Obama are seated [File: Mark J. Terrill/AP]
Clippers say they aren’t a victim of endorsement fraud.
Joseph Sanberg, the co-founder of Aspiration, entered a guilty plea last month after being charged with wire fraud in federal court. According to the prosecution, he defrauded investors and lenders of $248 million, adding that “Aspiration’s financial statements were inaccurate and reported much higher revenue than the company actually received.”
In his reporting, Torre obtained a copy of the endorsement agreement between Aspiration and KL2 Aspire, which stipulated that Leonard would receive a salary of $7 million for four years. Leonard would still be owed the final $7 million at the time Aspiration filed for bankruptcy despite that schedule.
Leonard has not provided any proof that he publicly supported Aspiration.
The Clippers claimed that team sponsors’ endorsement deals with members of the same team are not unusual or unkind. The Clippers’ organization and Steve neither had any control over Kawhi’s independent endorsement deal with Aspiration. It would be completely incorrect to say otherwise.
A version of this article was first published on 3 September 2025
Naomi Osaka addressed the media at Wimbledon with little to say. Apathy had replaced anger.
After a demoralizing third-round exit, the four-time major champion thought she had “nothing positive to say.”
Less than two months later, Osaka’s face is now smiling again.
Amanda Anisimova will face the 27-year-old in the US Open semi-finals on Thursday, and she appears to have rediscovered her spark.
Former British no. 1 Annabel Croft, who analysed Osaka’s impressive fourth-round victory over third-seeded Coco Gauff for BBC Radio 5 Live, said, “Some of her tennis has been reminiscent of when she won her two titles here.”
“Here, the ball-striking is all about taking control of the baseline, opening the court, building up the point, and hitting a winner,” she said.
She makes the game seem so simple and effortless when she is confident.
Since the birth of her daughter Shai in July 2023, Japan’s Osaka has been out for 14 months, and her recovery from a game she once dominated has been gradual.
She is now gearing up for a Grand Slam semi-final after lacking optimism at Wimbledon and reevaluating her course.
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The most important decision for her was to switch her coach.
She parted ways with Polish coach Tomasz Wiktorowski and Frenchman Patrick Mouratoglou, who had worked with 23-time major champion Serena Williams.
Wiktorowski is best known for guiding fellow compatriot Iga Swiatek to four Grand Slam victories during a three-year spell that ended in October.
Osaka responded to Wiktorowski’s approach by saying, “He seemed like such a tough guy to me, but when he smiles, he actually looks like a teddy bear.”
He says, “He’s not harsh at all when we talk after matches.” Like, he’s always very encouraging and proud.
I think it kind of gives me a safe place to express my tennis.
Instantaneous impact.
Osaka’s renowned ball-striking returned to her game, and her rediscovery of confidence helped her reach the final of her first tournament against Wiktorowski, which was more at ease.
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I persevered until the very end, against Samsonova. From that point on, I believed I was going to be the strongest fighter I could be, Osaka said.
When I played Svitolina, I felt really good. I believe the match demonstrated how much I can unite with everyone.
Victoria Mboko, a Canadian teenager, won the final matchup, and Osaka was then met with criticism for glaringly unlucky in defeat. However, the momentum has continued into the US Open.
Osaka said, “I want to take away from this tournament just smiling and having fun.”
“I’m aware that in my first round, I was too apprehensive, and in my second-round game, I was just really not smiley at all.”
“I just wanted to be grateful before the Gauff] game. When I play against the best players, I have the most fun.
Osaka has benefited from a largely more restrained approach, wisely utilizing her baseline power to make mistakes in front of her foes.
“Osaka is a very rhythmic player; not much creativity, but beautiful timing, and effortless power,” Croft said.
Meghan returns for a second series of her beloved With Love on Netflix, just like the Duchess of Sussex’s initial charm necklace, which has already become a major fashion statement.
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Meghan Markle is back with her season two of With Love, Meghan on Netflix (Image: Netflix)
After the success of its first season, the second series of With Love, Meghan has returned to Netflix featuring the Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle. Eagle eyed viewers of the series will have spotted one of Meghan’s favourite jewellery pieces that she wears on repeat, and it’s sparked a major new trend.
Meghan has been wearing her Maya Brenner Custom Gold Necklace for years now, having been spotted in it as far back as 2016. The necklace features meaningful charms, including an A and L for her children Archie and Lilibet, a sapphire birthstone for Prince Harry’s birthday, a peridot birthstone for Meghan’s birthday, along with a pavé heart which sits in the middle.
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This isn’t the first charm necklace Meghan has worn from the brand either, with her donning another version of the Maya Brenner Custom Gold Necklace when she first debuted her romance with Harry featuring M and H initials. Frankie Bridge has also been spotted wearing an initial necklace from the brand lately, saying she “never takes it off”.
Meghan wore the charm necklace during an episode of With Love, Meghan(Image: Netflix)
It’s no wonder charm necklaces are quickly becoming a top-trending accessory because of the famed fan club. For the five different charms, Meghan’s exact necklace will cost you £490, but we’ve found some more reasonably priced options if that’s a little out of the budget.
The Made Mine Fine Charm Necklace, available for purchase at Abbott Lyon, costs just £71.10 from the original $79 price. It includes 10 different charm options. With the necklace and charms made of 18K gold plated sterling silver with a tarnish, sweat, and heat-resistant coating, you can have a completely original look, starting with your birthstones and birthstones, as well as symbols and zodiac signs.
The Abbott Lyon necklace can be fully customised(Image: Abbott Lyon)
The gold-plated Inez Initial Necklace can also be completely customized at Oak &, Luna. You can choose between £420 for 14k solid gold or £240 for 14k white gold, £17 for 18k gold plating, and £91 for 18k gold plating, with or without diamonds, and choose your necklace’s initials in addition to five.
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The Abbott Lyon Made Mine Fine Charm Necklace is a great option if you’re looking for an affordable option to imitate Meghan’s combination of birthstones, charms, and initials. However, the Oak &, Luna necklace only allows you to choose initials. All you have to decide is the charms to purchase now!
The Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP) Board of Trustees is one of the key national positions held by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent appointments of Ogoni indigenes.
The council described the appointments as reflecting the people’s wishes during a press briefing held in Bori, Khana Local Government Area’s headquarters.
The royal fathers stated in a statement that His Royal Majesty Swano Lumani, the chairman of the council, “We give full support to Mr. Deeyah’s appointment as Chairman, Board of Trustees, Ogoni Trust Fund (HYPREP).” The President has the authority under the Constitution to make such appointments because he is the executive branch’s head.
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They applauded the president for appointing Professor Don Baridam as Pro-Chancellor and Governing Council chairman.
The Federal University of Environmental and Technology in Ogoniland is credited to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in a communiqué.
Bariere Thomas and the newly elected councillors were also commended for winning the election as the leader of Khana Local Government Area by the council.
We urge the Chairman and councillors to consider their election as a benefit to the entire Khana population, not a source of animosity, they said.
The traditional rulers warned that the council would impose sanctions on the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, Emmanuel Nwiika Deeyah, and other Ogoni leaders as a result of constant media attacks.
Lady Gaga, who has openly discussed her health struggles over the years, canceled her Miami performance in the last second and apologized in a statement.
Lady Gaga health woes as she cancels gig hours before she’s due on stage(Image: GETTY)
Lady Gaga worried fans when she was forced to cancel her Mayhem Ball concert in Miami, Florida, after her doctor advised her to. The Alejandro star announced the news at the last minute, taking to her Instagram page to apologise to fans as she explained the reason behind the cancellation.
Hello everyone, I’m so, so sorry, but I need to postpone Miami’s show tonight. My doctor and vocal coach both advised me not to continue because of the risk it poses during rehearsal last night and tonight because my voice was extremely strained.
I want to push through this for you, but I don’t want to risk having my vocal cords damaged permanently or permanently.
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Gaga cancelled her concert due to issues with her voice(Image: Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Live Nation)
The singer continued, “I sing live every night, and there is a significant risk based on our combined experience with a show like ours.” I would be more concerned about the long-term effects on my voice, even though it was a difficult and agonizing decision.
“I’m sorry, let down, and apologize in advance, but I’m so sorry.” I apologize so much. I made an enormous effort to avoid this and take good care of myself to put on this demanding show.
I sincerely love my fans, respect you, and hope you will accept my sincere, regrettable apology. We’re attempting to change the schedule as soon as possible.
Lady Gaga has been open about her health in the past, and revealed eight years ago that she has fibromyalgia, which is a chronic illness that causes widespread pain, fatigue, and cognitive problems.
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Gaga has fibromyalgia, a chronic illness that causes widespread pain, fatigue, and cognitive problems(Image: Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Liv)
Although her illness has resulted in numerous tour cancellations over the years, her fans have always been sympathetic.
Gaga previously remarked in a statement to Vogue that she finds herself irritated by those who don’t think fibromyalgia is real. More compassion is needed in society. No joke about chronic pain. And it’s every day when you wake up without knowing what you’ll think. “
In her 2020 interview with Oprah Winfrey, the Abracadabra star once claimed to take mental health medication to assist her.
I take a mental health medication. She said, “If I didn’t take it,” I would spiral a lot and get spasm in my sleep. I really appreciated taking medication. Many people are afraid to use drugs to improve their brains. I want to completely remove the stigma associated with this.
For fibromyalgia, anti-psychotic medication is not advised. Gaga claimed that this was her first “performance without pain” during her 2022 tour in 2024.
I completed it painlessly. The star said before claiming she hasn’t “smoked pot” in years, having previously smoked to ease the pain, “I’ve like, changed,” “the star said.”
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The star has been open about her mental health struggles, including her PTSD(Image: WireImage)
Gaga has used her music to express her struggles with mental illness. Dance in the Dark, her song, explores body dysmorphia, while Marry the Night explores reckless drinking as an escapism.
Till It Happens You also discusses the PTSD brought on by sexual assault. She said, “I would say that my mental health has always been very important in the development of music.”
Because I always wanted to sing when I was at my lowest. And because I sang a lot, I was feeling that way quite frequently. I would find my voice and write music when I was feeling lost, which would help me find my voice and ground myself.
The singer from Sour Candy once shared details of her struggles with mental illness and the pain she has endured since undergoing a teen rape. When a male music producer threatened to burn her music if she didn’t listen, she was 19 years old.
Gaga claimed that because she was sick and vomiting, her alleged rapist “dropped me off pregnant on a corner.” She experienced a “complete psychotic break” a few years later and was in an “ultra state of paranoia.”
On the first episode of Oprah Winfrey and Prince Harry’s Apple TV+ series, The Me You Can’t See, she recalled that she “couldn’t feel my own body.” I first experienced severe pain, then I experienced numbness, and then I spent weeks in the hospital.
I realized that the person who sexually assaulted me dropped me off pregnant at my parents’ house because I was sick and vomiting the same way. because I had been abused and spent months locked up in a studio.
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