12 Fun Facts You May Not Know About September

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  1. The name “September” comes from an old Roman word, “septem,” which actually means 7. That’s right – September was the seventh month of the year on the Roman calendar – It did not become the ninth month until the advent of the Gregorian calendar.
  2. The Romans believed that September was looked after by the god of fire. So they always expected fires and volcanic eruptions to occur during this month.
  3. Out of all 12 months of the year, September is spelled with the most letters. It contains nine letters, and it happens to be the ninth month of the year. No other months have the same amount of letters as their number in the calendar year.
  4. This September “Harvest Moon” is the fullest moon of the year. When you gaze at it, it looks very large and gives a lot of light throughout the entire night. No other lunar spectacle is as awesome as the Harvest Moon.
  5. The first day of fall is typically on September 22 or September 23 in North America. This is when the hours in the day are almost equal to the hours in the night. This occurs at the same time as the Spring Equinox does in Australia.
  6. A little-known, but highly significant holiday falls in September. September 17th is Constitution Day, which marks the day that the U.S. Constitution was adopted.
  7. There are more pop and classic songs with “September” in the title than any other month.
  8. We all know that Labor Day is in September, but did you know that September also has a few little known holidays? Among these are National Grandparent Day, National Cheese Pizza Day, and National Drink-a-Beer Day.
  9. September is known as Harvest Month. It’s a great month to harvest in preparation for the coming winter months. In fact, in Old England, it was called “Haervest-monath”, meaning Harvest Month. Some of the best crops to harvest are onions, apples, raspberries, and tomatoes.
  10. Zodiac signs in September are split between Virgo (August 23 – September 22) and Libra (September 23 – October 22).
  11. Famous people born in September include Adam Sandler, Amy Winehouse, Bill Murray, Bruce Springsteen, Confucius, Freddie Mercury, Queen Elizabeth, Stephen King, and Sophia Loren.
  12. The birthstone for September is the sapphire which is said to reduce inflammation, treat fever and act as a lucky charm for the person wearing it. It symbolizes intuition, clarity of thought, peacefulness, as well as loyalty and trust.

5 Facts You May Or May Not Know About Pumpkin Spice Lattes

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Origin story
Inspired by the success of Peppermint Mocha the previous winter, Starbucks wanted a hit for the fall season. Their research suggested that though caramel and chocolate were popular flavours, pumpkin won the best pick more often for its uniqueness. This led to the creation of Pumpkin Spice Latte by Peter Dukes in 2003. It was introduced as a test in 100 stores in Washington, D.C. and Vancouver, Canada.

Social media sensation
PSL is an influencer in itself! Brewed to perfection in the world of marketing, the drink flaunts its own Twitter account named @TheRealPSL, with millions of followers to its credit.

Dictionary approves it
The Merriam-Webster dictionary included the word ‘pumpkin spice’ in 2022. Now if that does not work as a testimonial to the phenomenon that PSL has become, what else does?

What’s in a name?
The name PSL is not just an abbreviation – the name comes from the three-letter beverage code written on the cups of the guests by baristas.

A slice of the cake
Less than a decade after its debut,  PSL seemed to have infiltrated every industry. From candies and crafts beers to cosmetics and cleaning products, the pumpkin spice craze paints the town orange every autumn season.

Why I Am Jealous Of Autumn/Fall Season That North America Gets

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Where I live we don’t need winter clothes. Or even autumn wear. That actually might be a good thing but when I see people in their cozy & cool looking sweaters, I do think that it would be really nice.

Autumn/fall weather, nice cool winds, the colours of the leaves all changing and the orange, amber & the yellows all decked out in foliage splendour. Even walking on the fallen leaves is nice. I imagine wearing jeans, boots and shawl necked sweater over my teeshirt and going in a car to a cafe. Once I get there, obviously to meet a very beautiful woman, I order a pie and a latte and sit in a chair.

There’s something about fall that just feels different. A lot of people especially in North America vote the fall as their favourite season. There’s nothing quite like the rare beauty that the season offers. The leaves turn every shade of ruby red, golden amber, and russet brown while the sun of summer still shines without the heat that leaves us all looking for the closest shade. There’s nothing like strolling through a golden walkway as the leaves fall around and crunch underfoot to erase the stress of the everyday and remind us that we live in a world that’s always surrounding us with the sublime.

5 More Tips For First Time Bloggers

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Setup a Professional Branded Email Address

If you’re serious about your blog, then it’s important to have a professional branded email address. This goes a long way in negotiating deals with an advertiser because they think you’re a legit operation. Here is how to easily get a professional branded email address for free. Plus it also helps with email deliverability when sending email newsletters.

Setup Unique Contact Forms for Each Use Case

In the beginning, I had my email address publicly displayed on the blog. This led to tons of spam coming my way. Contact forms are very important and that’s why you will find a contact page on almost every website you visit. It’s also important to have different forms for each use case, so you can easily filter the emails and be more efficient.

There are plenty of WordPress contact form plugins in the market. However, most WordPress contact form plugins are designed for developers. This is why I launched WPForms, with the goal of making it the most beginner-friendly contact form plugin for WordPress. It has more than 6 million active installs with 12,000+ five-star reviews. There is also a free version called WPForms Lite that you can try.

Repurposing Content is a Secret Weapon for Expert Bloggers

You don’t always have to come up with new blog post ideas. Expert bloggers repurpose their content into videos, images, collection articles, etc.. You can also repurpose articles as downloadable ebooks, audio files, or YouTube videos. With a tool like Beacon, you can instantly recycle a blog post into professional ebook by simply pasting the web address of your article.

Diversify Your Income Stream

The easiest way for new blogs to start making money is by displaying ads using Google AdSense. While Google AdSense is great, you need to diversify your income stream. We have seen bloggers losing all their income when AdSense blocked their accounts for a policy violation. There are plenty of ways to make money online from your blog. You can supplement your blogging income with affiliate marketing, selling online courses, offering membership plans, and more. Another way to boost your ad revenues is to monitor who’s advertising on your site. You can then go to them directly to eliminate the middle man.

Consistency is Key

You don’t have to post every day. But you have to be consistent in your schedule. Try to post once a day, 5 days a week if not everyday. Some popular blogs publish several new posts each day. Choose how frequently you will publish and then stick to that frequency. If you are just starting out, then you can start with 3 posts per week and then gradually increase your pace. If you’re not disciplined, then it’s easy to slip and this is how most blogs die. You need to keep yourself motivated and don’t get distracted from your goals.

Six Strange Facts About The Shoebill Bird

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Balaeniceps rex, and although they are sometimes incorrectly referred to as a stork, they are more closely related to pelicans. The Shoebill can be found in freshwater swamps in Africa from South Sudan to Zambia.

They go by many names. The name shoebill comes from the shape of their bill, which looks a bit like a Dutch clog shoe. But taxonomists who described it also thought the bill shape resembled the head of a baleen whale, and named the species Balaeniceps rex—which means “whale-head king.” Other informal names for these birds are the boat bill, the bog bird, and the swamp king.

Have you ever seen a bill quite like the one of a shoebill? The bird is aptly named after this signature feature and its resemblance to a Dutch clog. At a foot long, their bill is the third longest of all living birds. Its sharp edges and hook at the tip allows the bird to grab, grip, and kill live prey.

They’re bigger than they seem. It comes as a surprise to many that the shoebill can be up to five feet tall. The bird is only inches shorter than an average person; if you stood next to one, it could almost look you in the eye. Couple that with an enormous wingspan of almost eight feet, and no wonder shoebills have an intimidating reputation. They aren’t very heavy, though, only weighing up to 16 pounds, and they can and do fly. But they only flap those big wings about 150 times per minute, one of the slowest rates of any bird.

They have a kill bill. With that enormous structure on their face, which can be nine inches long and four inches wide, shoebills might seem a little goofy. But don’t be fooled. That bill is a powerful tool, used to scoop up huge fish, stab them with the pointed hook on the end, and decapitate them with razor-sharp edges before swallowing.

Shoebills are mostly sedentary and can remain still as a statue for hours. Their patience pays off when it’s time to feed, allowing them to ambush unsuspecting prey who likely had no idea the motionless bird was lurking in the area. Once prey is in its sights, the bird will quickly strike, with 60% of attempts resulting in a kill. Their sharp, large beak allows the shoebill to hunt larger prey than is typical for wading birds. They primarily eat fish, showing a preference for lungfish, but will also prey on frogs, water snakes, and young crocodiles.

Their prey never sees them coming. Shoebills are masters of patience. They stand still and silent in or next to water, waiting for the right moment. Then they suddenly lunge forward, spreading their wings and plunging down bill-first into the water to ambush a fish. This lunge is called “a collapse,” and it is unexpectedly swift, taking only seconds, and performed with great accuracy and power. In fact, the collapse can be so violent that the bird’s beak and thick skull act as shock absorbers to protect it against injury.

Arctic Fox Pureview Transparent Wireless Bluetooth Rechargeable Mouse

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This AF wireless transparent mouse boasts an advanced Bluetooth 5.1 chip, ensuring a stable and low-latency connection. It also supports a reliable 2.4GHz wireless connection with plug-and-play convenience—no drivers needed. Switch effortlessly between up to three connected devices by touching the switch on the back. he AF transparent mouse features a built in high-performance rechargeable 400 mAh battery, providing an impressive 30 days of usage on a full charge. The automatic hibernation mode minimizes power consumption, effortlessly awakening with a simple button click.

The Real Time 4 grid power display allows you to effortlessly monitor the battery levels during use. Experience precise and swift tracking with the optical gaming mouse. Suitable for all mouse mats, it ensures high sensitivity and accuracy for both office and gaming use. Effortlessly switch to the desktop with a single click using the “Boss Key,” enhancing office efficiency and ensuring privacy. This ultra-light mouse is designed to seamlessly fit the palm of your hand, ensuring a comfortable and effortless feel.

Its see-through sleek aesthetic is both unique and captivating, providing a clear and cool visual appeal. The innovative design features a magnetic attachment for both the top cover and USB receiver memory slot. Never worry about losing your receiver again – simply open the top cover, attach the USB receiver to the memory slot, and enjoy hassle-free usage! A versatile companion for home, office, and gaming, this portable lightweight mouse is a must-have for those who appreciate style and performance. Choose from a range of vibrant colors!

Some Fun Facts About M&M’s

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While M&M’s weren’t the first candy to be produced by Mars, Inc., they’re definitely one of the most popular. In fact, the iconic ‘m’ stamped in the middle of each candy was to make sure customers could differentiate them from copycats. M&M’s were also the first candy in space, chosen by the shuttle astronauts as part of their food supply.

Why did M&M’s update their characters?

M&M’s frequently updates their characters or “spokescandies”, and the latest update came as recently as January 2022. The update was subtle: Green’s go-go boots were changed to sneakers, Brown’s heels were shortened, Orange’s laces were tied, and the other colors had small updates made to their shoes. According to CNN, the change was made in an attempt to make the characters—particularly the female ones like Green and Brown—more “current” and represent their consumers better.

Why are M&M’s called M&M’s?

It comes from the last names of the candy company’s founders, Forrest Mars and William Murrie. The name has stayed the same since the candy was introduced in 1941. Of course, the packaging has changed considerably since.

Do M&M’s taste different because of their color?

The classic milk chocolate M&M’s have the same formula for each piece of candy: a hard, colorful candy shell with a milk chocolate filling. The candy shells aren’t color-coded according to flavor, so each piece should taste exactly the same—though of course, many M&M’s have different centers. With Peanut, Pretzel and even M&M’s Mix Packs, it’s a hard decision to make!

Why do Mini M&M’S taste better?

This one is a question with no real answer, because the ingredients are the exact same in both regular-sized M&M’s and Mini M&M’s. However, the Sustainable Nano blog did some in-depth research and concluded that it’s because the candy-to-chocolate ratio is higher for Mini M&M’s, making them sweeter. It’s definitely one of the more interesting facts about M&M’s we’ve come across! If you prefer a higher chocolate-to-candy ratio, we recommend the Crispy M&M’s Chocolate Spread.

How many M&M’S are in a Fun Size bag?

Every Fun Size bag of M&M’s weighs in at approximately 0.47 ounces, but with production differences, you’re not likely to have the exact same amount of M&M’s in every pack. The internet is divided on the subject, with counts coming in anywhere from 17 to 22 pieces per pack.

The largest M&M ever made

Did you know that there was once a giant M&M sweet that weighed a whopping 70 pounds? It was created in celebration of the 75th anniversary of the sweet in 2016, and it was displayed at the M&M’s World store in Times Square, New York City. The giant M&M was about the size of a basketball, and it was made up of thousands of individual M&M’s that were carefully arranged by a team of sweet artists. The candy shell was made of red, yellow, and brown M&M’s, while the filling was made of blue, green, and orange M&M’s.

Some Fun & Interesting Facts About Funko Pops

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Here are some interesting facts about Funko Pops:

  1. Origins: Funko Pops were created by the company Funko, which was founded by Mike Becker in 1998. The first Pop! figure was released in 2010.
  2. Design: The iconic design features a large, round head with small black eyes, a simplistic body, and a small mouth. This distinctive look is inspired by the “Vinyl” figures produced by Funko, which include various other lines like Dorbz and Mystery Minis.
  3. Variety: There are thousands of Funko Pop! figures, covering a wide range of themes including movies, TV shows, comics, video games, and more. They have licenses with major franchises like Star Wars, Marvel, Disney, and many others.
  4. Collectibility: Some Funko Pops become highly collectible, with rare or exclusive figures fetching high prices on the secondary market. Limited editions, convention exclusives, and certain character variants are particularly sought after.
  5. Size: Most Funko Pop! figures stand about 3.75 inches tall, but there are also larger versions known as “Super Sized” Pops! that can be up to 10 inches tall or more.
  6. Popularity: Funko Pops have become a cultural phenomenon and a significant part of pop culture collecting. Their popularity has led to a wide range of collaborations and special releases.
  7. Customization: Funko offers a service called “Pop! Yourself,” allowing fans to create custom Funko Pop! figures that resemble themselves or anyone they choose.
  8. Packaging: Each Funko Pop! comes in a clear plastic box that has a window for display. The boxes often feature artwork related to the character and are designed to be easily stackable for collectors.
  9. Variants: Many characters have multiple variants, such as different outfits, poses, or chase versions, which are rarer and harder to find.
  10. Cultural Impact: Funko Pops have made appearances in various forms of media and events, including television shows, movies, and comic conventions, further cementing their place in pop culture.

If you’re a collector or just curious, there’s a lot to explore with Funko Pops!

Where Do You Get Your Best Writing Done?

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Where do you get your best writing done? 

Well it’s not just only one place in particular. I mostly have only blogged at home, in my bedroom but from time to time, I have blogged elsewhere. Like in a cafe or two while enjoying a nice frappe and maybe a sandwich or a muffin. It’s great to enjoy while writing up a post. Also sitting in a cafe watching people enjoy their cups, seeing the baristas going about their job and looking out at the people and cars outside can inspire you. Or atleast it’s relaxing.

However, as I mentioned, I mostly have blogged just at home. Now on quite a few occasions I have ordered myself a large frappe (or Venti if it’s from Starbucks) and had it delivered at home (usually in the evening at around 5pm) and while I sipped that, blogged 1 or 2 posts. They help!

And yes on a couple of staycations I have stayed in a hotel room and also blogged. That is so relaxing as well. I thoroughly enjoy drinking a couple of beers while writing.

Prompt from 365 Blog Post Ideas and Writing Prompts at See Jane Write

The HP ProBook 440 G9 – An Awesome Business Oriented Laptop

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Business-centric laptops seem to be a category all of it’s own in the universe of laptops. When shopping for a laptop, it is always good to do your research. Business-centric laptops offer some of the best security at a level not found on most mainstream laptops—case in point, the HP ProBook 440 G9, HP’s affordable business-centric laptop.

The HP ProBook 440 G9 is a sleek and elegant laptop with a silver aluminum body. It has a 14-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS display that does not claim a fast refresh rate nor specialized color gamut calibration. Is this a bad thing? Honestly, I don’t believe so. For the target audience of the ProBook series, having faster frame rates and all the color gamut are just good-to-have features but not necessary. My only issue with the display is that I felt it needed a bit of vibrancy since it was a bit too dull for my taste. The port selection is outstanding on the HP ProBook 440 G9. On the left, you’ll find a Kensington Lock, a full RJ45 Ethernet port, and a USB 3.2 Type-A port. On the right are two more USB 3.2 Type-A ports, a USB 3.2 (Gen 2) Type-C Port, the audio jack, a full HDMI (2.1) port, and the power port. There is also another slot for the optional sim card tray.

Where the HP ProBook 440 G9 really shines is its portability. The laptop is just 1.38kg. For comparison, one of the lightest mainstream options, the Apple MacBook Air is just .08kg lighter. For thickness, the HP ProBook comes in at 19.9mm thin, not the thinnest but still quite portable. At the heart of the HP ProBook 440 G9 is either an Intel Core i5–1235U or an Intel Core i7-1255U. Both variants are also paired with either an Intel UHD Graphics or Intel Iris Xe graphics. Mine comes with Core i5 and 16GB RAM and 512GB of NVMe SSD as storage. Benchmarks indicate that the HP ProBook 440 G9 is a fairly good device. The HP Long Life 3-cell, 42 Wh Li-ion battery can last about 3 hours with all the tools we open on our system for work.

Specifications:

  • Screen Size: 14” diagonal FHD display
  • Processor: IntelÂŽ Core™ i5-1235U Processor (up to 4.4 GHz with IntelÂŽ Turbo Boost Technology, 12 MB L3 cache, 10 cores, 12 threads)
  • OS: Windows 10 Pro (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro)
  • Camera: 720p HD privacy camera
  • Battery: HP Long Life 3-cell, 42 Wh Li-ion
  • Ports: 3 SuperSpeed USB Type-A 5Gbps signaling rate (1 charging, 1 power); 1 SuperSpeed USB Type-CÂŽ 10Gbps signaling rate (USB Power Delivery, DisplayPort™ 2.1); 1 headphone/microphone combo; 1 AC power; 1 RJ-45; 1 HDMI 2.1b
  • Memory and Storage: 8GB memory; 512GB SSD storage
  • Dimensions: 32.19 x 21.39 x 1.99cm
  • Weight: Starting at 1.38 kg

Shawny Would Have Been 30 Years Old Today If Dogs Lived Long Lives

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Today marks the birth anniversary of my late pet Golden Retriever Shawny. She was born on September 1st back in 1994 and I got her to my home when she was 45 days old. If dogs lived long lives that would make her 30 years old. In an alternate universe dogs and cats live long, long lives and she would still be with me now. I was 18 when I got Shawny. My family – dad, sis & I – had decided to get a dog after I started speaking about getting one for the past 2-3 years. I found a breeder in Kaloor who had 20 dogs and his golden retriever female had just given birth to a litter of 8.

My cousin sister Raakhee and I went by car to pick her up. He opened a kennel door and out came the two puppies followed by their mom, who the breeder’s wife quickly ushered indoors. Now I was torn between selecting between the male & the female puppy until this point in time. The decision was made for me by the female puppy.She came running towards me as soon as she was out in the open – straight for me and not my cousin or the breeder who was standing near me or the boy but me – and started playing with my shoe laces. She was feisty and playful and was a lot of fun. I fell in love instantly and picked her.

We brought Shawny, my puppy, home and we were inseparable except for the 9 months (spread over a year) that I was in Bangalore and the 6 months (again with lots of visits in between over 10 months) that I was in Calicut. I still love and miss her and she will always be in my heart till the day that I die. I couldn’t have asked for a better best friend.

Neto Joins Arsenal On A Season Lon Loan From Bournemouth

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Brazil international Neto has joined us from Bournemouth on a season-long loan. The 35-year-old has made 63 appearances for the Cherries since joining them in August 2022 and was named club captain just six months later. After signing for us, he said: “I’m realising a dream in my life, a dream come true, and I’m really, really happy.

“I had two dreams as a kid to play for a football team. It was my team in Brazil, where I grew up and became a professional footballer, and also Arsenal. And now I’m realising it! I’m a really lucky person. “To all the supporters of Arsenal, I’d just like to say I’m one more fan here. My dream has come true, I’m really happy. Depend on me, I’ll give more than 100% to give everything for Arsenal.”

Neto started his youth career with Cruzeiro before moving to fellow Brazilian side Athletico Paranaense, where he made his professional debut at the age of 19 in August 2009. The following campaign saw him become a regular in the Athletico side, making 34 league appearances. In January 2011, he moved to Italy, signing for Fiorentina. Following his debut in November 2011, Neto went on to make 101 appearances in a successful four-year spell with I Viola before moving to Juventus in 2015. During his two seasons there, Neto won five trophies, which included back-to-back domestic league and cup doubles.

In July 2017, Neto moved to Spain, signing for Valencia. In two seasons with the La Liga side, he made 80 appearances helping his side win the 2019 Copa del Rey, before moving to Barcelona ahead of the 2019/20 season. During his time with Barca, Neto won the Copa Del Rey for the second time in his career when Barca lifted the trophy in 2021. After two seasons with Barcelona, Neto moved to the Premier League, signing for Bournemouth in August 2022. The experienced goalkeeper was included in the Brazil squad for 2012 Olympic Games in London, as well as his country’s squad for 2015 Copa America held in Chile.

Neto is not eligible for Saturday’s match against Brighton & Hove Albion, and will join up at Sobha Realty Training Centre next week. He will wear the number 32 shirt. Everyone at Arsenal welcomes Neto to the club.

Arsenal Robbed Of 2 Points By Stupid Referee Decision

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A second-half goal from Joao Pedro saw Brighton come from behind to draw after Arsenal had Declan Rice sent off in an entertaining game in north London. It looked as though the Gunners were going to continue their perfect start to the season when Bukayo Saka played through Kai Havertz, who lobbed Bart Verbruggen in the Brighton goal for the 38th-minute opener. However, the game completely changed after Declan Rice was dismissed for a second yellow card in the 49th minute for delaying a free-kick being taken by Joel Veltman. The Seagulls defender could also feel lucky to have got away without picking up a card himself.

Brighton piled on the pressure after that point and drew level in the 58th minute when Yankuba Minteh’s shot was parried into the path of Pedro by David Raya and the Brazilian striker slotted the ball under the keeper. Havertz then had a good chance to win the game when through on goal, but his effort was saved by Verbruggen, before Seagulls substitute Yasin Ayari had an effort saved by Raya late in the game. Brighton continued to push for a winner and brought on new ÂŁ39.5m signing Georginio Rutter as they looked for a magic moment, but he mistimed a header as they could not find the decisive strike. Prior to kick-off, the feeling around the club was already positive following the deadline-day deal to bring Raheem Sterling to the club on loan from Chelsea on favourable terms.

That continued when Havertz lobbed Verbruggen for a delightful strike after a touch by Saka to set him up. But it all started to go downhill for the Gunners from there. Boss Mikel Arteta had his head in his hands when, having already been booked for a late foul on Veltman, midfielder Rice nudged the ball away from the Dutchman and knew a second yellow card was coming. On his 245th Premier League appearance, this was Rice’s first ever red card.On his 245th Premier League appearance, this was Rice’s first ever red card. Arsenal lost any control they had in the match when they went down to 10 men, although Havertz did waste a good opportunity to claim his second goal.

Raheem Sterlin Signs For Arsenal On A Season Long Loan From Chelsea

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Raheem Sterling has joined us on a season-long loan from Chelsea. The 29-year-old winger arrives at the club having won every domestic honour, including four Premier League titles and five Football League Cups. He has made 379 appearances in the top flight, scoring 123 goals and assisting 63 times.

Raheem began his youth career at QPR before moving to Liverpool’s academy. He went on to establish himself as a first-team player, making his senior debut in 2012 and earning his first England cap the same year. He then moved to Manchester City in 2015, winning all of his Premier League titles during his seven years with the club as well as the EFL Cup five times, the FA Cup and Community Shield, before joining Chelsea in 2022.

Raheem’s individual honours include being named FWA Footballer of the Year in 2018/19, and he was voted into the PFA’s Team of the Year at the end of the same season. Raheem has been capped 82 times by England – only 16 players have made more appearances for the men’s team – and was a key man for his country as they finished runners-up at Euro 2020. Everyone at Arsenal welcomes Raheem to the club. And that cements it ladies & gentlemen. Arsenal had cemented it’s place as the retirement home for Chelsea rejects, with one last big paycheck and helping their rival to take off some of the salary.

Crystal Palace Announce The Signing Of Eddie Nketiah On A Five-year Deal From Arsenal

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Crystal Palace are delighted to announce the signing of Eddie Nketiah on a five-year deal from Arsenal. Growing up in Deptford, Nketiah returns to South London as an England international and an established goalscorer at the highest level.The forward started out in Chelsea’s youth system, but moved to Arsenal aged 14. His prolific attacking returns – including 39 goals in 39 games for the Under-18s – propelled him towards first-team football, where he scored twice in just his second senior appearance.

The striker went on to lift the FA Cup with Arsenal in 2019/20 and, in October 2020, he broke the England Under-21s goalscoring record, finishing with 16 goals in just 17 games at that level. His senior England bow arrived last October, debuting for the Three Lions against Australia. Nketiah concludes his time at Arsenal having netted 38 goals in 168 games – averaging a goal just under every 180 minutes played – and having scored his first Premier League hat-trick, against Sheffield United, last season.

He becomes the club’s fifth signing of the summer transfer window, joining Chadi Riad, Daichi Kamada, IsmaĂŻla Sarr and Maxence Lacroix in Palace’s squad, and will wear the Eagles’ No. 9 shirt.