A’ja Wilson makes WNBA and NBA history after Aces finals victory, Davido makes surprise appearance at Chris Brown’s Washington D.C. concert, Jude Bellingham cut by Real Madrid, omitted from new club calendar. Stay in the know with our Rave News Digest, which summarizes five of the hottest global news stories you need to catch up on, saving you time and energy. Consider it your daily news fix.
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1. A’ja Wilson makes WNBA and NBA history after Aces’ finals victory
A’ja Wilson becomes the first player in WNBA history to win Most Valuable Player, Defensive Player of the Year and Finals MVP in a single season. pic.twitter.com/6MblVWkrs1
— Pop Base (@PopBase) October 11, 2025
The Las Vegas Aces cemented their status as a WNBA dynasty with a commanding 4-0 sweep over the Phoenix Mercury in the 2025 WNBA Finals, securing their third championship in four seasons. At the heart of this historic run is superstar A’ja Wilson, whose dominant performance earned her a second Finals MVP and capped off what may be the most remarkable individual season in professional basketball history, men’s or women’s. With this latest title, the Aces have built a modern powerhouse, and Wilson stands firmly at its core.
Her 2025 season shattered records and rewrote the standards of excellence in the sport. A’ja Wilson became the first player in either the WNBA or NBA to win league MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, scoring title, WNBA championship, and Finals MVP all in the same season. Her 23.4 points per game led the league for the second straight year, and her unmatched two-way dominance has made the GOAT conversation not just valid but urgent. While legends like Michael Jordan and Hakeem Olajuwon came close to similar feats, neither matched the totality of Wilson’s 2025 campaign. With this historic achievement, A’ja Wilson has carved out a new peak in basketball greatness.
2. Davido makes a surprise appearance at Chris Brown’s Washington D.C. concert
🚨 Davido joined Chris Brown to perform “Sensational” at the Nationals Park Stadium in DC last night 🔥👏🏽 pic.twitter.com/VWTGOlqTQZ
— 𝗔𝗟𝗕𝗨𝗠 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 📀 (@AlbumTalksHQ) October 10, 2025
Fans at Nationals Park were in for an unforgettable night on Thursday when Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Davido made a surprise appearance during Chris Brown’s concert, joining the R&B superstar on stage for a high-energy performance of their global hit, “Sensational.” The crowd erupted as Davido emerged at the PNC Diamond Club section of the stadium, turning an already electric evening into a historic moment for concertgoers in Washington, D.C.
Together, Davido and Chris Brown delivered a captivating performance, moving in sync and with chemistry that had fans singing and dancing along. Social media quickly lit up with clips from the show, capturing the duo’s powerful stage presence and reigniting global buzz around “Sensational.” Following the show, Davido took to social media to express his excitement, saying it’s “always a pleasure with the LEGEND,” in a nod to Brown. The moment not only celebrated the fusion of Afrobeats and R&B but also highlighted Davido’s growing influence as a global ambassador for African music.
3. China warns US of countermeasures if Trump doesn’t walk back 100% tariff threat
China warns US of countermeasures if Trump does not walk back 100% tariff threathttps://t.co/Pk9qfoIx2v
— CNN (@CNN) October 12, 2025
Tensions between the United States and China surged over the weekend after Beijing issued a stern warning to Washington, vowing to take “corresponding measures” if President Donald Trump follows through on his latest threat to impose 100% tariffs on Chinese imports. The warning comes in response to China’s newly announced export restrictions on rare earth minerals, which are critical to global tech and defense supply chains. The move has raised fears of a full-blown trade war, reminiscent of the tit-for-tat tariff escalation earlier this year that sent levies soaring above 100% on both sides.
In its first official response, China’s Ministry of Commerce accused the US of acting unilaterally and undermining months of progress in trade negotiations. The ministry defended its rare earth controls as “legitimate,” calling the US response a clear display of double standards. Meanwhile, President Trump described China’s move as “extremely hostile” and hinted that his expected meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in South Korea could be scrapped. With Washington expanding export controls on Chinese firms and Beijing pushing back with strategic resource curbs, the already fragile relationship between the world’s two largest economies appears to be heading into another volatile chapter.
4. Diane Keaton, Oscar-winning star of “Annie Hall” and “The Godfather,” dies at 79
Rest in peace, Diane Keaton.
The Oscar winner’s spirit, humor, and heart lit up every film she touched — from “Annie Hall” and “The Godfather” to “The First Wives Club,” and “Father of the Bride.” She was a true Icon. Thank you, Diane, for a lifetime of unforgettable moments. pic.twitter.com/uwTSR3EbcO
— Variety (@Variety) October 11, 2025
Diane Keaton, the Oscar-winning actress whose offbeat charm, emotional depth, and iconic performances defined a generation of American cinema, has died at 79. Known for unforgettable roles in Annie Hall, The Godfather trilogy, and Father of the Bride, Keaton passed away in California surrounded by loved ones, according to reports. No cause of death was immediately disclosed.
With a career spanning more than five decades, Keaton became one of Hollywood’s most singular talents. She won an Academy Award for her role in Annie Hall (1977), and earned three more nominations for Reds, Marvin’s Room, and Something’s Gotta Give. Her legacy includes a remarkable run of collaborations with filmmakers Woody Allen, Francis Ford Coppola, and Nancy Meyers, as well as co-stars like Al Pacino, Jack Nicholson, and Steve Martin. Tributes poured in from across the film industry. Bette Midler called her “a complete original,” and Leonardo DiCaprio remembered her as “brilliant, funny, and unapologetically herself.” Keaton never married but adopted two children, Dexter and Duke, later in life. Her influence continues to resonate through her films, her style, and the fearless way she approached life and art.
5. Jude Bellingham cut by Real Madrid, omitted from new club calendar
Real Madrid leave Jude Bellingham and Trent Alexander-Arnold out of their 2026 calendar amid fitness concerns and limited playing time.https://t.co/7ZX5vgxJwQ
— NutmegXtra Football (@nx_soccer) October 12, 2025
Jude Bellingham’s challenging season at Real Madrid has taken another surprising turn after the England midfielder was excluded from the club’s official 2026 calendar, a symbolic snub that underscores a sharp shift in status. Just a year after headlining the 2025 edition, the 22-year-old finds himself left out entirely, raising fresh questions about his role under new manager Xabi Alonso. The omission follows Bellingham’s slow return from shoulder surgery and limited starts since September, as in-form midfield rivals gain favor in Alonso’s evolving setup. Compounding matters, Bellingham was also dropped from England’s latest squad by Thomas Tuchel, who cited a lack of rhythm and fitness.
Also absent from the calendar is fellow England international Trent Alexander-Arnold, who joined Madrid from Liverpool this summer in a highly anticipated move. The 27-year-old’s early months in Spain have been disrupted by a serious hamstring injury sustained during his Champions League debut, halting his integration into the squad. Despite high hopes from the club and fans alike, Alexander-Arnold’s setback has left Alonso short at right-back, forcing tactical reshuffles. While both players still enjoy public backing from Real Madrid, their exclusions from the calendar, a powerful marketing tool, signal a moment of transition, and possibly tension, for two of England’s brightest talents.
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