September 2025 Archive – Africa Daily News
When you dive into the September 2025 archive, a curated collection of news articles released by Africa Daily News throughout September 2025. Also known as Sep 2025 archive, it captures the pulse of the continent across several hot topics. You’ll find coverage of football, match results, transfer rumors and league standings, the latest technology, product launches and gaming announcements, plus critical health, research debates and medical guidelines and shifting politics, election outcomes and policy changes. In short, the archive gives you a single place to see how these worlds intersect during one busy month.
What’s Inside the September 2025 Archive?
The football section reads like a roller‑coaster. We start with Hansi Flick‑vs‑Luis Enrique in a Champions League showdown between Barcelona and PSG, then jump to Manchester United’s 1‑1 draw at Craven Cottage, Strasbourg’s surprise win over Marseille, and Jannik Sinner’s historic all‑Italian US Open quarter‑final. Each story not only reports the score but also highlights tactical tweaks, key player performances and what the results mean for the rest of the season. If you follow European leagues, you’ll see how a single month can reshape group campaigns, league tables and even transfer market chatter.
On the tech front, September 2025 was all about big phones and big games. Xiaomi rolled out its 17 series with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and a 7,500 mAh battery, directly targeting Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17. Meanwhile, Microsoft announced Forza Horizon 6, setting the series in Japan and promising a 2026 launch on Xbox and PC before a later PS5 release. These releases illustrate a broader trend: manufacturers are pushing endurance and immersive experiences to stay competitive. The articles also sprinkle in market data, like the yuan’s modest 0.13 % rise against the dollar, showing how tech sales and currency moves often travel together.
Health coverage this month sparked lively debate. A new meta‑analysis suggested a possible link between acetaminophen use in pregnancy and higher autism or ADHD rates, while a massive Swedish sibling study found no connection. The resulting piece walks you through the statistics, the reactions from major medical bodies, and practical advice for expectant mothers. It’s a clear example of how scientific findings, public perception and policy intersect—an intersection that also appears in our political coverage.
Politics didn’t stay quiet either. France’s government fell after a no‑confidence vote that ousted Prime Minister François Bayrou, setting the stage for yet another leadership shuffle under President Emmanuel Macron. At the same time, currency markets reacted to shifting risk sentiment, with the yuan edging higher as the dollar weakened. These stories highlight a chain reaction: political instability influences economic confidence, which in turn affects everything from exchange rates to consumer spending on tech gadgets.
All of these threads—football drama, tech breakthroughs, health debates, and political upheavals—are woven together in the September 2025 archive. Below you’ll find each article listed with its headline, a quick summary and the keywords that make it easy to find exactly what you’re after. Whether you’re hunting for the latest match analysis, a smartphone comparison, or a deep‑dive into policy impacts, this archive gives you the context you need to stay informed about the most talked‑about moments of the month.
Flick's Barcelona vs PSG: Champions League showdown on Oct 1
Barcelona host Champions League holders PSG on Oct 1, 2025, with Hansi Flick and Luis Enrique facing off in a high‑stakes showdown that could reshape both group campaigns.
Manchester United Stumble at Craven Cottage: 1-1 Draw with Fulham
Manchester United opened their Premier League campaign with a 1-1 stalemate at Fulham's Craven Cottage. Defender Lenny Yoro scored early from a set‑piece, only for substitute Emile Smith Rowe to level later. The game featured chances for both sides, a few contentious calls and a glimpse of how the season might unfold.
Strasbourg Stuns Marseille with Late Winner to Top Ligue 1 Table
On September 29, 2024, Strasbourg edged Olympique Marseille 1‑0 at the Stade de la Meinau, handing the visitors their first defeat of the campaign. Diego Moreira netted his inaugural professional goal just before halftime. The loss dropped Marseille from a shared league lead to third place, while Strasbourg bolstered their European push.
Critical Race Theory: Voddie Baucham Calls It a Looming Catastrophe for the Church
Pastor Voddie Baucham argues that Critical Race Theory is a Marxist‑styled ideology that endangers evangelical Christianity. He breaks down four core tenets, challenges police‑shooting data, and warns that the post‑George Floyd “social justice” surge is tearing a hole in the church’s foundation.
Xiaomi 17 Series Debuts with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, Massive Batteries and a Direct iPhone 17 Challenge
Xiaomi unveiled its 17 series flagship trio – the 17, 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max – featuring the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and batteries up to 7,500 mAh. The line boasts a rear‑screen on the Pro models, quad 50 MP cameras and prices starting at ¥4,499. Launches begin in China on Sep 27, with Europe likely in early 2026. Xiaomi pits the series head‑to‑head with Apple’s iPhone 17, claiming superior video‑playback endurance.
Copa Catalunya 2024-25: Girona Triumphs as Barcelona Stumbles
Girona FC lifted the 2024-25 Copa Catalunya after a dramatic penalty shoot‑out, while FC Barcelona suffered a heavy semi‑final loss to RCD Espanyol. The competition saw surprise results, with Girona beating Girona FC not featuring in the draw at all. Barcelona’s early exit raises questions about their regional form ahead of the new season.
Acetaminophen Pregnancy Safety: What Doctors Say About Tylenol and Autism Risk
New research has sparked fresh debate over the safety of acetaminophen (Tylenol) in pregnancy. While a meta‑analysis of 46 studies hints at higher autism and ADHD rates, a massive Swedish sibling study finds no link. Major medical bodies still back its use when needed, urging the lowest effective dose. Expectant mothers should discuss any medication with their clinicians.
Barcelona comeback beats Real Oviedo 3-1, stays within two points of Real Madrid
Barcelona rescued a 3-1 win at Real Oviedo after an early mistake, thanks to tactical tweaks by Hansi Flick and goals from Garcia, Lewandowski and Araújo. The result keeps them just two points behind Real Madrid in La Liga. Flick backed young keeper Joan Garcia despite the error. The victory sets the tone for the upcoming clash with Real Sociedad and the El Clásico.
Yuan Gains as Dollar Weakens and Chinese Stocks Rally
The Chinese yuan has appreciated amid a softer US dollar and a buoyant domestic stock market. Year‑to‑date it’s up over 2%, with a modest 0.13% rise in the past month, trading near 7.14 per dollar. Analysts link the move to shifting global risk sentiment and policy signals. Investors are watching for further swings as China navigates growth challenges.
Jannik Sinner blitzes Lorenzo Musetti in historic all‑Italian US Open quarterfinal
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner powered through Lorenzo Musetti 6‑1, 6‑4, 6‑2 to become the first Italian to feature in an all‑Italian men’s major quarter‑final at the 2025 US Open. The win stretched his hard‑court major streak to 26 matches and marked his fifth straight Grand Slam semifinal. Sinner dropped only 38 games in five matches, losing a single set. Musetti praised Sinner’s level but admitted he couldn’t find a rhythm. Sinner now prepares for a semi‑final against Felix Auger‑Aliassime.
Forza Horizon 6 confirmed for 2026, debuting on Xbox and PC before hitting PS5
Microsoft has unveiled Forza Horizon 6, set in Japan and slated for a 2026 launch on Xbox Series X|S and PC. A PlayStation 5 version will follow later, with no firm date yet. The game promises authentic scenery, cultural input, and the series' signature open‑world racing thrills.
Lanús clinches dramatic penalty shootout win and ousts Fluminense to reach Copa Sudamericana semifinals
Lanús survived a nerve‑wracking penalty shootout to eliminate Central Córdoba and then beat Fluminense 2‑1 on aggregate. Marcelino Moreno's early strike gave the Argentine side a first‑leg edge, while Dylan Aquino's late goal sealed the tie at the Maracanã. The match was marred by a half‑time stand disturbance, yet Lanús held firm. The victory sends them to their first Sudamericana semifinal in years.