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Wissa asks Brentford to ‘keep word’ & allow Newcastle move

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Yoane Wissa, the striker who accused Brentford of “unduly standing in his way” of a move to Newcastle United, has called on the club to “keep their word” and allow him to leave before the transfer deadline.

The DR Congo international is furious that Newcastle have turned down two offers, the most recent of which was £35 million guaranteed and an additional £5 million in add-ons. The west London club have now had two offers rejected, with the latter remaining until the transfer window closes.

Wissa has made it clear that he wants to move to St. James’ Park and that he hasn’t practiced or played for the first team this year.

According to sources, Wissa was originally expected to cost £40 million, but the cost has since increased to about £60 million.

Wissa, who has scored 49 goals in 149 games since joining Brentford in 2021, said in a statement on social media on Sunday: “I have stayed silent for the majority of the summer, but with only a few hours left, I feel compelled to make it clear that I want to leave.” Despite receiving numerous fair offers over the summer, I believe the club is unfairly preventing me.

The club has significantly altered its position as the window closes, going against what was intended.

He continued, “Being forced to stay after this summer only tarnishes four wonderful years at this incredible club,” and I ask Brentford’s owners and directors to honor their promise to let me leave in the closing hours of the window.

After making it clear that he wanted to move to Newcastle, Wissa left the club’s summer training camp in Portugal early, according to a report from BBC Sport in July.

Since then, he has been at odds with the club over his desire to play for Eddie Howe’s side.

He did briefly return to first-team training, but he has since been withdrawn from Keith Andrews’ squad.

Wissa also deleted any connection to Brentford from his Instagram account, which he scored 19 goals in the Premier League last season.

Wissa claims in his statement that he had “open discussions” with the club’s senior management about his intention to leave earlier this summer and that the club “would not stand in my way if a reasonable offer was made.” This was also written down.

He claims that another Premier League club made a formal offer and that Brentford and I had the impression that there was a “committal agreement to end things.”

He continued, “I want to make it clear that I don’t want to leave Brentford on bad terms nor have any other negative actions.” I have always maintained my integrity. I have kept in touch with the club in a way that both my values as a player and a person are true.

Before the transfer window closes, I’m a “remain hopeful that a fair and reasonable resolution can still be found.”

“In the interim, I must continue to do what I think is best for my family and my career, and I must demand that Brentford honor their commitment to pay fair wages for my club.”

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Most wearable autumn trends for 2025, from the updated power suit to new ‘it’ colour

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Here are the new-season trends to add to your wardrobe, from check prints to rich brown tones and faux fur.

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Our fashion team shoots the best autumn trends for 2025(Image: David Venni)

Autumn/Winter 2025 is expected to be a season of depth and warmth, with both high street designers and designers leaning toward rich, romantic tones and tactile finishes. As the dominant hues, burgundy and cherry reds give coats, knits, and other accessories instant polish. These shades complement earthy neutrals and cool-weather textures beautifully, setting the tone for wearable and indulgent collections.

Throughout the seasons, there is a renewed passion for crafts and heritage. Suède takes a luxe approach, softening tailored pieces and giving boots and bags a vintage edge, while heritage-style checks and a modern twist give a recognizable classic a modern boost.

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Burgundy

You'll be seeing burgundy and faux fur everywhere
You’ll be seeing burgundy and faux fur everywhere(Image: David Venni)

Prada, Gucci, and Fendi caught wearing faux fur and burgundy outerwear to the AW25 catwalks. It’s time to snuggle up and look like a million dollars, which is oversized, glamorous, and cozy. For more opulence, stoop to your waist.

Check prints

Head-to-toe check print is in
Head-to-toe check print is in(Image: David Venni)

Check prints are back for a second season. For a contemporary twist, choose bold tartans in unexpected hues or classic heritage styles. A significant investment will be made by the versatile co-ord.

Brown chocolate

The 2025 cold season is back with rich brown tones.
The 2025 cold season is back with rich brown tones.

Brown chocolate is the colour of the season, infusing every look with a rich, decadent warmth. Wear it in soft suede fabrics or embrace it head-to-toe for maximum impact.

Lace

Invest in lace to be ahead of the trend
Invest in lace to be ahead of the trend(Image: David Venni)

This season, Lace ventures into wardrobes and leaves the boudoir. For a romantic and rebellious vibe, the delicate material has been reworked to create floaty dresses, ruffled blouses, and layered skirts. Team with fuzzy textures and boots that are western-inspired.

Heritagecore

Heritagecore is the cosiest autumn trend
Heritagecore is the cosiest autumn trend(Image: David Venni)
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Your everyday wardrobe heroes will be the khaki country jacket, fairisle knits, and oversized tartan tote, all of whom have been inspired by great British classics and brands.

Innovative mattress lets couples sleep in the same bed all year without getting too hot or cold

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With this cutting-edge mattress that can be personalised to your ideal temperature on both sides, couples can wave goodbye to feeling too hot or too cold.

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Innovative mattress lets couples sleep together all year at perfect temperature(Image: Getty)

Couples have a problem with this year-round because one party might be warm while the other might be cold. While one person prefers to be cozy and toasty while the other prefers a chillier rest, this doesn’t solve many of the problems that can arise from one person purchasing a duvet, portable heater, and/or fans.

This smart mattress topper could be a great way to ensure a perfect night’s sleep by allowing couples to sleep together year-round without making any compromises.

This innovative addition to your current mattress is the Pulsio Thermaep mattress topper. With the ability to set each side in various settings to best suit both people, it allows you to adjust the temperature of your bed.

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Pulsio’s Thermasleep smart mattress retails for £399.99(Image: Pulsio)

This mattress topper is the ideal winter bedroom addition because it can cool you to as low as 12°C or heat up to a cozy 55°C. The Thermasleep seamlessly adjusts to your ideal sleeping temperature using its automatic sensor, or can be set to your ideal temperature with both cooling and heating settings.

Thermasleep’s dual-zone capability eliminates the need to compromise on your sleep preferences from season to season by allowing each partner to set their own side’s temperature.

This mattress topper is available in a variety of sizes, from standard to superking, to fit any bed, making it as comfortable as a regular bedsheet. With the option to choose solo-zone or dual-zone settings, you can also personalize your mattress topper based on your needs, whether you sleep alone or with a partner.

This mattress could save lives for those who struggle with night sweats, overheating, or the chill more than most, as opposed to just saving relationships’ snoozing. As you sleep, your thermosleep will automatically raise or lower your body temperature to maintain a constant state of heat or cold.

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This mattress topper has a money-back guarantee and retails for $ 399.99. For a 30-day trial period, you can try it. You can return it for a full refund if it doesn’t work for you. Although Pulsio currently has an impressive 4.5 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot, it doesn’t have any personal reviews for this product.

This jewellery-meets-watch trend is going to be on everyone’s wrists this autumn

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There is a fashion accessory that is predicted to become a must-have for it-girls in the upcoming fall, and it’s ideal for those who like to stack their bracelets every day.

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It’s no surprise watch bracelets are predicted to be the hottest autumn trend because there’s nothing better than a versatile jewelry piece that offers a variety of benefits.

Bangle watches are quickly becoming the newest essential accessory that oozes both practicality and glamour. They can be stacked easily and are easily styled, which is not a typical watch for.

While they’re nothing new, the it-girl accessory is having a moment, and were spotted on the catwalks for Spring/Summer 2025. It comes as chunky bracelets have once again garnered increased attention from a host of luxury fashion houses including Saint Laurent, Hermès and Balmain, embracing the trend to accessorise their ready-to-wear collections.

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£159 Abbott Lyon Monroe Bangle Watch

Abbott Lyon offer this gorgeous bangle watch perfect for bracelet stacking
Abbott Lyon offer this gorgeous bangle watch perfect for bracelet stacking(Image: Abbott Lyon)

A mother-of-pearl dial and 18K gold-plated brass outwear complete this super chic Monroe Bangle Watch. You can stack all your favorite gold pieces with it because it’s made to be layered. No tarnishing or green wrists are caused by the extra long, water-resistant, and extra-durable material.

26-pound Debenhams The Colourful Aura

Debenhams The Colourful Aura
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The strap to your watch makes a timeless classic, and the Colorful Aura bangle watch is a great addition to your jewelry collection. It’s incredibly convenient because of the adjustable band. It has a sophisticated, 21 mm dial that is entirely white with elegant grace.

£199 Stainless Steel Michael Kors watch

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The classy Michael Kors Women’s Mk empire three-hand gold-tone stainless steel watch from ASOS has a gold-tone dial with branded motif, all in a delicate gold-plated bangle strap. Perfect for fashionistas who want a little bling on their wrist. It’s also water resistant so you won’t need to remove it to shower in.

‘Give it back’ – Cirstea has trophy ‘stolen’

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Sorana Cirstea, a Romanian tennis player, has filed an appeal to have her trophy returned after it was allegedly taken from her hotel room in New York.

At the Tennis in the Land championship in Cleveland on August 23, the 35-year-old won her third WTA singles title, and her first since 2021.

The Fifty Sonesta’s room 314’s world-renowned artist, The World No. 57, asked on Instagram, “Who stole my Cleveland trophy please return it.”

It has sentimental value instead of material value! We would appreciate it greatly! “Thank you.”

The US Open, which Cirstea then played in at Flushing Meadows in New York, was just one day before the event.

She lost to partner Anna Kalinskaya in the first round of the doubles, and to 11th seed Karolina Muchova, in the second round.

The pair, who earlier won the Madrid Open on clay earlier this year, were disappointed with their performance.

The Fifty Sonesta Hotel, where Cirstea was staying in New York, where she was staying, vanished with her trophy, adding to that.

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War in Sudan: Humanitarian, fighting, control developments, August 2025

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The largest humanitarian crisis in history has resulted from the Sudanese armed forces’ (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces’ (RSF) paramilitary.

Despite now entering its third year, estimates suggest that tens of thousands of people have lost their lives in combat and thousands more have lost their lives in the war.

This month saw a lot of significant military and political developments. The most significant updates are:

Military and combat control

  • The SAF, which it took from the RSF in March, is regaining control of Khartoum, the capital. In addition to Port Sudan, Sudan’s capital and eastern region, is located in the Red Sea.
  • The RSF is in charge of the Kordofan region and Darfur’s sprawling western region, which are both in the RSF’s hands.
  • El-Fasher, the SAF’s final Darfur garrison, is still under the RSF’s control as it continues to rule the country’s capital. The RSF will be in power over a portion of western Sudan, roughly the size of France, if El-Fasher is toppled.
  • El-Fasher and nearby displacement camps, including the Abu Shouk camp, where 190, 000 people from around Darfur have sought shelter, have seen more attacks from the RSF.
  • According to recent satellite imagery obtained by the Yale Humanitarian Research Hub, it has also constructed enormous sand berms from the north, west, and east around El-Fasher, effectively creating a “kill-box.”
  • By collaborating with a new ally, the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N), led by Abdelaziz al-Hilu, the RSF is attempting to expand its influence in Kordofan. In February, the two organizations forged a military alliance to combat the SAF.
  • The RSF maintains control of the majority of West and South Kordofan, giving them access to South Sudan cross-borderally with the SPLM-N.
  • El-Obeid, the most important city in North Kordofan, is under the control of SAF, which the RSF is occupying. El-Obeid must be kept by the SAF to prevent the RSF from threatening central Sudan.
[Interactive/Al Jazeera] A map of the areas that the RSF and SAF control in and around the strategic city of El-Obeid, North Kordofan.

Humanitarian crisis

  • According to UNICEF, the RSF has ejected 260, 000 civilians in El-Fasher, including 130, 000 children, making the area an “epicentre of child suffering.”
  • Even this is running out, but the majority of them are surviving on animal fodder known as ambaz, which is the leftover from pressed oil seeds like peanuts, sesame, and sunflowers, to grind into a paste.
  • According to figures released by Relief International and shared with Al Jazeera, about one-third of the children in Mellit, a city close to El-Fasher, are reportedly severely malnourished. That is more than twice the threshold for a malnutrition emergency according to the World Health Organization.
  • According to Adam Rojal, the spokesperson for internally displaced people in Darfur, a cholera outbreak is aggravated by the humanitarian crisis in the vast region of the country. He claimed on August 30 that the water-borne illness had claimed the lives of nine people that day and had infected 143 others, totaling 382 deaths since the epidemic first emerged in June 2025.
  • Due to road closures and bureaucratic obstacles, food convoys from the UN and other nongovernmental organizations rarely arrive in Darfur. Both sides are accused of using food as a weapon by human rights activists and local activists.
  • No food convoys have been dispatched to North Darfur in more than a year, despite the World Food Programme’s declaration to provide electronic cash assistance to the region’s vulnerable population.
  • A drone strike on a UN food convoy hit North Darfur on Friday, the second-aid convoy in three months. The attack was blamed on RSF and SAF, respectively.
  • Due to the RSF’s siege on Dilling and Kadugli, South Kordofan is experiencing a similar hunger emergency.

political and diplomatic developments

  • On August 31 in Nyala, the capital of South Darfur, RSF leader Mohamed Hamdan “Hemedti” Dagalo reportedly sworn in as the parallel “Peace government” president. A drone strike was carried out on the same day by SAF.
  • According to Sudanese experts and media outlets, SAF Commander-in-Chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and a US adviser reportedly met in Switzerland in mid-August to discuss a strategy to end the conflict. The talks have not been confirmed by the US.
  • A week after the secret meeting, al-Burhan retired a number of senior military personnel, some of whom reportedly belong to Sudan’s political Islamist movement, which had been in power for 30 years under former president Omar al-Bashir. According to experts, al-Burhan is being pressured by outside forces to lessen the influence of well-known figures in the al-Bashir government.