August 2025 Archive – Revved Racing Rides
Welcome to the August 2025 roundup. Here you’ll find every story we published last month, from high‑speed track action to big‑ticket football moves and the odd headline that caught our eye. Grab a coffee, skim the highlights, and click any title that sounds interesting.
Motorsport Highlights
The Dutch Grand Prix weekend stole the show. Lando Norris topped both Friday practice sessions at Zandvoort, and McLaren’s orange cars looked miles ahead of the pack. Oscar Piastri kept pace in FP2, while the rest of the field battled mixed weather and traffic. The strong showing gave McLaren a solid lead in the constructors’ table and hinted at a possible early title clinch.
Across the continent, Real Madrid kept their winning ways alive in La Liga. Kylian Mbappé hit a brace and Vinícius Júnior added a late goal to secure a 3‑0 victory over newly‑promoted Real Oviedo. Even with a few starters missing, Xabi Alonso’s side looked organized and dangerous, moving a comfortable six points clear at the top of the table.
Back in the UK, the new Hill Dickinson Stadium opened with a 2‑0 win for Everton over Brighton. The move marks the end of an era at Goodison Park and gives Liverpool fans a fresh venue to rally behind. David Moyes’ men looked sharp, and the result set a positive tone for the rest of the season.
Top Football & Other Hot Stories
Transfer news kept the buzz alive. Joshua King made a deadline‑day switch to Everton from Bournemouth on a short‑term deal, providing extra firepower for Carlo Ancelotti’s squad. Meanwhile, Trent Alexander‑Arnold’s surprise move to Real Madrid shocked Liverpool’s fans and gave the Spanish giants a new creative defender ahead of next season.
In cricket, the National T20 Cup semifinals delivered drama, with Salman Butt joking about Iftikhar Ahmed’s fiery celebration after a key wicket. The banter went viral and added a light‑hearted moment to an intense tournament.
Beyond sport, a series of protests around asylum‑seeker hotels made headlines. Demonstrations in Epping, Perth, and Falkirk highlighted growing community tensions, while legal battles over hotel usage continued to unfold in the courts.
Entertainment fans got their fill too. Ariana Grande announced the start of her Eternal Sunshine Tour with two shows in Oakland, and Netflix teased fresh posters for the upcoming "Wednesday" season 2. Both stories generated plenty of online chatter and ticket‑buying buzz.
That’s a quick look at what filled our feed last month. Dive back into any of the posts for more detail, and stay tuned for next month’s adrenaline‑packed updates.
Joshua King joins Everton on deadline day in low-risk move for goals and depth
Everton sealed a late deal for striker Joshua King from Bournemouth on February 1, 2021, on a short-term contract with an option to extend. The Norway international arrives for a nominal fee to boost Carlo Ancelotti’s attack during a European push. King debuted two days later in a 2-1 win at Leeds. Bournemouth moved to cover the exit by taking Shane Long on loan from Southampton.
McLaren set the pace as Norris tops both Friday sessions at wild Zandvoort
Lando Norris led both Friday practice sessions at Zandvoort, with Oscar Piastri third in FP2, as McLaren set the benchmark for the Dutch Grand Prix weekend. Fernando Alonso split the papaya cars, while George Russell and Max Verstappen followed. With a 299-point lead in the teams’ standings, McLaren could clinch the title early. Mixed conditions and traffic kept things lively, but the orange cars looked in control.
Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI: Sri Lanka hold nerve in final-over win at Harare Sports Club
Sri Lanka beat Zimbabwe in a final-over thriller in the 1st ODI at Harare Sports Club, defending 298/6 after Pathum Nissanka led with 76. Zimbabwe’s new-ball pair kept it tight early, but Sri Lanka’s depth told late. Zimbabwe fell short in the chase despite all-round work from Sean Williams and Sikandar Raza. The result gives Sri Lanka a 1-0 lead with the second ODI at the same venue.
Ariana Grande opens Eternal Sunshine Tour with two Oakland Arena dates
Ariana Grande will launch her Eternal Sunshine Tour with two nights at Oakland Arena on June 6 and June 9, 2026. The North America–UK run includes Los Angeles in mid-June and wraps August 23 at The O2 in London. U.S. presales start September 9, 2025, with general sales on September 10. UK presales open September 16, followed by general sales on September 18.
Jacqueline Wilson announces Picture Imperfect, an adult sequel to The Illustrated Mum set for 2025
Jacqueline Wilson will publish Picture Imperfect, an adult sequel to her 1999 classic The Illustrated Mum, on August 28, 2025. The novel follows Dolphin at 33, mirroring her mother’s age in the original. It’s Wilson’s second adult book after 2024’s Think Again, which revisited the Girls series. The reveal included a tattooed statue nodding to the original’s themes.
Jacqueline Wilson: the missing interview, new stories, and a lasting legacy
A sought-after Q&A with Jacqueline Wilson isn’t accessible, but her recent work says plenty. From Dancing the Charleston to a new Magic Faraway Tree adventure, the beloved author keeps updating classic themes for modern readers while tackling tough subjects with warmth. Here’s where her career stands now, what’s new, and why her stories endure.
Violent disorder charge denied after Epping protest outside asylum hotel
A 52-year-old man has pleaded not guilty to a violent disorder charge linked to a July 17 protest outside The Bell Hotel in Epping, which houses asylum seekers. Eight officers were injured and police vehicles damaged as the demonstration turned violent. Essex Police have made 24 arrests and charged 14 people. The defendant was granted conditional bail and returns to court on September 22.
Asylum hotels row sparks Perth protest: what we know and why it keeps happening
Reports of a protest in Perth over plans to house asylum seekers in hotels have surfaced, though details remain thin. The row taps into a wider UK debate about hotel use, costs, and consultation with local communities. Here’s what’s known, what’s unclear, and why these flashpoints keep emerging across the country.
Trafford Centre August Bank Holiday 2025 Hours: What’s Open, What’s Different, and How to Plan
Heading to the Trafford Centre on the August Bank Holiday? The mall opens 10am–8pm on Monday, 25 August 2025, with dining and leisure closing earlier at 6pm. Regular weekday hours (10am–10pm) don’t apply. Expect varied hours by store, free parking, and a Halal Food Festival on site. Mobility hire and Fun Buggies run to adjusted schedules—check times before you go.
Love You to Death review: Apple TV+ bets on a Spanish rom-com that laughs through the worst of it
Apple TV+'s Spanish-language rom-com Love You to Death opens at a funeral, then throws an unplanned pregnancy and a cancer diagnosis into the mix. It moves slowly out of the gate but grows into a tender, funny portrait powered by lived-in chemistry and a vivid Madrid vibe. Character backstory is thin, some jokes creak, yet the show finds warmth and optimism in grim places.
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