Author: Elara Weston
West Indies seal 2-0 series win over Bangladesh with 14-run T20I victory in Chattogram
West Indies defeated Bangladesh by 14 runs in Chattogram on October 29, 2025, to win the T20I series 2-0 — their first bilateral T20I series victory in over five years, powered by half-centuries from Athanaze and Hope and Mustafizur Rahman's 3-wicket haul for Bangladesh.
Bayer Names Mike Graham New Crop R&D Head, Replaces Robert Reiter
Bayer appoints Mike Graham as new Crop Science R&D head, replacing retiring Robert Reiter, as part of a digital‑first strategy that could speed breeding cycles and boost farmer yields.
Kenya Mourns Raila Odinga: Veteran Opposition Leader Dies at 80
Veteran leader Raila Odinga dies at 80; his body returns to Kenya for a state funeral, sparking reflections on his legacy and future opposition politics.
Le Tissier’s penalty gives Man Utd Women 1‑0 win over Valerenga
Maya Le Tissier scores the decisive penalty as Manchester United Women secure a 1‑0 historic victory over Valerenga in their Champions League group debut in Oslo.
Oct 2 Bank Holiday Unites Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra, Branches Closed
All Indian banks closed on Oct 2, 2025, as Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra coincided, prompting RBI to declare a nationwide bank holiday and highlighting the push toward digital services.
Antony’s Late Heroics Stall Forest’s First Europa Win
Former Manchester United winger Antony turned the tide at the Benito Villamarín Stadium, assisting the opening goal and later snatching a late equaliser against Nottingham Forest. The 2-2 draw denied Ange Postecoglou his first victory in his inaugural European outing with the English club. Forest’s bright start hinted at a new attacking identity, but a defensive lapse cost them. Both sides walk away with a point as the group stage heats up.
