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Brisbane Arena for 2032 Olympics at Risk as Government Reviews Costs

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The proposed $2.5 billion Brisbane Arena, envisioned as a central venue for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, is currently under intense scrutiny.

State officials are reevaluating infrastructure expenses to adhere to the allocated $7.1 billion budget, casting uncertainty over the arena’s future.

Initially proposed in 2016, the 17,000-seat Brisbane Arena has encountered several location shifts over the years. The Goprint Site, situated near the Gabba stadium, is the latest location under consideration.

Despite federal funding secured in 2021, the project’s progression has been hampered by these relocations and escalating costs.

The state government is deliberating the potential reallocation of funds earmarked for the arena. The focus is on investing in “transformational infrastructure” that would benefit Brisbane beyond the Olympic Games.

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This strategic reassessment aims to ensure long-term value and sustainability for the city’s development.

City leaders are advocating for the arena, emphasizing its anticipated economic and cultural benefits. They argue that such a venue could serve as a lasting legacy, boosting tourism and local engagement.

Conversely, some officials express concerns about the financial implications, suggesting that resources might be better allocated to projects offering broader community advantages.


 

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Federal Government Releases Burial Details for Former President Muhammadu Buhari

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Federal Government releases further details for the burial of the Ex president, Muhammadu Buhari.

It was shared that the burial will occur on Wednesday 16th of July, 2025.

This information was revealed in an official statement released by presidential aide Sunday Dare on X platform.

The statement briefly states that a committee will be set for the burial to be done properly and for the events to be held. The Federal Government then makes a list of the ministers needed to join this committee to hold a successful burial ceremony for Buhari.


 

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Boko Haram Captivity: 12 & 13-Year-Old Boys Escape After 3 Years

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It has been reported that two boys, aged 12 and 13, escaped from Boko Haram captivity after three years. The two boys arrived at the police station at 5:30 pm on July 12, 2025.

They described their story and how they escaped to the police, giving insight into what happened to them over the past few years.

A security analyst who was present at the narration gave a brief summary of what had occurred to the boys, sharing that they were kidnapped alongside their parents. However, their captors relaxed their guard earlier due to the boys’ stature and weakness.

The boys revealed how they trained other captives for combat, but they were both assigned to service the firearms. They also revealed their escape plan, which they had devised 10 months ago, and then took advantage of an opportunity to escape.


 

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Donald Trump Calls Lionel Messi the Biggest Football Star on the Planet

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U.S. President Donald Trump has hailed Lionel Messi as the biggest football star in the world right now. Speaking after Chelsea’s dominant 3–0 win over PSG in the FIFA Club World Cup final on Sunday night, Trump praised the Argentine legend, calling him a global icon. While he still considers Brazilian legend Pelé the greatest of all time, Trump made it clear that Messi is the biggest name in football today.

He commended Major League Soccer for landing such a massive talent, saying, “Messi, yes, he’s a great star, probably the biggest soccer star on this planet. Our country is lucky to have him playing here every week.” Messi and his Inter Miami teammates took part in this year’s Club World Cup but were knocked out in the round of sixteen.


 

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