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The results:
The winning numbers were: 4, 15, 17, 24, and 33
The Thunderball was: 10
The winning numbers were: 3, 24, 26, 34, 35, and 36
The bonus ball was: 9
In the latest XRP news, Ripple is reportedly partnering with Stellar as both firms look to revolutionize the payments industry. This came as crypto pundit ProfRippl highlighted the link between both firms through the International Rescue Committee (IRC).
In an X post, ProfRippl revealed that Ripple and Stellar are working together. This came as the crypto pundit highlighted the IRC’s links to both crypto firms, indicating that this was what led to the partnership between Ripple and Stellar. Notably, Ripple and IRC had partnered to explore using the crypto firm’s payment services for humanitarian donations.
Meanwhile, Stellar had once mentioned how IRC distributed cash assistance to Ukraine through its ‘aid assist’. ProfRippl then raised the possibility of other IRC’s partners adopting Ripple and Stellar’s payment services for cross-border transactions. IRC has partnered with organizations such as the Bloomberg Foundation, Google, and the Citi Foundation, among others.
Meanwhile, ProfRippl also tried to draw a connection between Ripple and former U.K. Prime Minister Tony Blair, who reportedly has close ties with IRC’s CEO David Miliband. Based on this, the crypto pundit suggested that Ripple’s technology could easily be adopted as countries move to integrate cryptocurrencies into their payment infrastructure.
Meanwhile, in another X post, the crypto pundit highlighted how Ripple and Stellar complement each other rather than being direct competitors. ProfRippl noted that Ripple’s XRP Ledger ensures high-assurance cross-ledger settlement while Stellar enables multi-currency routing and inclusive tokenization.
ProfRipple further referenced articles that described Ripple and Stellar as layered architectures that serve different but complementary functions. It is worth noting that Stellar’s Jed McCaleb was one of those who created the XRP Ledger alongside Ripple’s CTO David Schwartz and Arthur Britto.
Like Ripple, Stellar also provides cross-border payment services using its native token XLM. Meanwhile, Ripple uses XRP to power its payment services, with the altcoin serving as a bridge currency between the sender and receiver.
In another recent development, Federal Reserve Governor Chris Waller provided a major boost for Ripple, stating that the Fed staff were exploring a ‘payment account’ to support payments innovation. The payment account will give stablecoin issuers like Ripple access to the Fed’s payment rails, making their operations more efficient.
Notably, Ripple has already filed for a Fed master account, though there is no timeline for approval. However, Waller revealed that the payment account will have a streamlined review timeline, meaning Ripple may not need to wait for approval of the Fed master account before accessing the Fed’s payment rails. This comes as the crypto firm continues to expand its services, including its relationship partnership with South Africa’s Absa to provide digital asset custody services.
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Starting December 1, 2025, Singapore will introduce tighter immigration requirements for permanent residents (PRs). Under the new rules, PRs will have 180 days to renew their re-entry permits (REP). Failure to do so within this period will result in the automatic loss of their residency status.
This marks a significant change in how Singapore manages its permanent residency system, particularly for residents who spend extended periods abroad for work or other reasons. Currently, PRs whose REPs expire are given a one-month grace period, and authorities may sometimes exercise discretion to restore lapsed status. This flexibility will end under the new regulation.
From December 2025 onwards, PRs abroad when their REP expires will need to submit a renewal application within 180 days. Missing this deadline will lead to the immediate revocation of their PR status, with no option for reinstatement or appeal. Individuals who lose their PR status will need to reapply from scratch or secure a valid work pass to return to Singapore.
Implications of the Change
The update is part of broader amendments to the Immigration (Amendment) Act, passed in 2023, which aim to tighten long-term residency rules and ensure that PRs maintain active ties to Singapore.
This change will particularly affect Singapore’s global workforce and residents frequently stationed overseas. PRs working for multinational corporations or on foreign assignments may face complications if they fail to renew their REPs on time.
Losing PR status carries significant consequences, including the loss of public housing eligibility, health subsidies, and simplified re-entry privileges. It also means undergoing the PR application process again, which can be lengthy and subject to stricter approval criteria.
Understanding the 180-Day Renewal Window
PRs who submit renewal applications within 180 days will retain their residency status while their REP is being processed, even if they are abroad. Applications submitted after 180 days will be rejected. Affected individuals may still be granted one-time entry to Singapore through a Single-Entry Pass, provided they meet standard entry requirements. After that, they must either apply for a work pass or start the PR process anew.
Recommendations for PRs
With the December 2025 deadline approaching, the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) advises PRs to:
This stricter framework reflects Singapore’s effort to strengthen its PR system and ensure that permanent residents maintain a genuine and ongoing connection to the country.
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A young Nigerian lady, Jesulade Elizabeth, has captured hearts online after sharing a touching post about her faith during the ongoing Hallelujah Challenge 2025 and receiving a real laptop in return.
Jesulade had posted a photo of herself holding cardboard cutouts shaped like an iPhone 14 Pro Max and an HP laptop, labeled “Hallelujah Challenge October 2025.” She wrote that she was trusting God for the real items, adding, “See ya tonight. I’m so sat. I’ll be coming back to these, I know. #HallelujahChallenge2025.”
Her post quickly went viral, drawing attention and admiration from many Nigerians online who were inspired by her faith and creativity.
Moments later, a popular tech vendor known as Gadget Plug (@tizzydgreat) announced on X (formerly Twitter) that an anonymous donor had ordered a brand new HP laptop for Jesulade.
“Dear Jesulade,
Anon just ordered a brand new HP laptop for you. Kindly check your DM. Thank you,” the vendor wrote.
The gesture sparked excitement and warm reactions across social media, with users celebrating how her act of faith led to an instant miracle.
However, a lighthearted exchange followed when another user, Walter Black, commented that the laptop looked “UK-used,” to which Gadget Plug replied, “It’s a brand new system.”
Many have since praised Jesulade’s unwavering faith, using her story as a reminder that persistence and belief can yield surprising blessings.
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TikToker Tristin Trivers, known for his skill in content creation and digital marketing, presented at Florida Atlantic University’s chapter of the American Marketing Association on Tuesday night.
FAU’s chapter of AMA was able to facilitate a space for students to engage with peers who aspire to become social media influencers, content creators, and, in the case of Trivers, a motivation not just for his fellow students but also for his 124,000 social media followers.
“If you really want to be successful on social media, I believe in reputation, longevity, and sustainability,” said Trivers in the session. Trivers, who uploads content centered on personal mindset and self-improvement, rose in popularity after posting TikToks and Instagram reels of himself running to the beach in the mornings.
A senior studying finance with the hope of someday being a successful entrepreneur, Trivers said he believes that showing up as your most authentic self will allow you to optimise your image on social media. After graduating from high school, Trivers moved to Orlando, Florida, from New Jersey. Through rolling admissions, he chose FAU.
While scrolling through social media, he began to notice a pattern: the creators he had watched growing up were making a fair amount of money. He said his primary motivation for pursuing a career in content creation was financial, but along the way, he discovered that there was much more to it than just the money.
Trivers then explained the process and evolution of his success using keywords to drive his point home. “It’s all about emotions and the feeling that you’re able to showcase to your audience,” said Trivers as he explained how to make your personal brand unique to you. “I think you really just need to be authentic, transparent, real, vulnerable.”
Junior finance major James Melillo discussed how this lecture, which he had not intended to attend, helped him gain a better understanding of his internship experiences. “When I was in there being trained for my internship, they also talked about ‘have your why, have your values.’ Don’t just do it for the money, do it for what you believe in and what you think should be done,” said Melillo.
Alessia Bosdhetti, a study abroad student from Italy majoring in film with a minor in fashion, stated, “I want to work in the entertainment industry, so now social media is the best way to promote yourself. I want to be an actress. The influencers are more considered because their faces are out there.”
Bree-Ann Ferraro is a Contributing Writer for the University Press. Email her at [email protected] or contact her on Instagram @blackbird.bree for information regarding this or other stories.
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