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The Age
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Age
Two Melbourne-based soccer players front court over match-fixing allegations
Two Melbourne-based soccer players have fronted court to face a raft of match-fixing charges amid allegations one of them deliberately elicited yellow cards to manipulate the outcome of online bets as part of an elaborate fraud scheme. Japanese-born Western United A-League midfielder Riku Danzaki has been charged with 10 offences, including allegations he deliberately received a yellow card during a match between Western United Football Club and Sydney Football Club on April 27 as part of an illegal betting ring. Danzaki, 25, whose contract was not extended by Western United at the end of the 2025 season, is also accused of attempting to profit from the scheme by placing a bet in an attempt to win thousands of dollars. He appeared at the Melbourne Magistrates' Court on Monday where his lawyer asked for him to be considered for a diversion program to avoid criminal conviction. Among a spate of other charges, Danzaki is accused of entering into an 'agreement or arrangement' that 'corrupts or would corrupt a betting outcome' with the intention of obtaining financial advantage or causing financial disadvantage in connection with betting for matches between April 26 and May 22 this year. Loading Danzaki's co-accused, Yuta Hirayama, a striker for the Bayside Argonauts, also appeared in court charged with 17 offences, including several counts of using corrupt conduct information for betting purposes and facilitating conduct that corrupts or would corrupt a betting outcome. Charge sheet documents released by the Melbourne Magistrates' Court allege Hirayama knew that Danzaki would receive a yellow card during the April 27 match and used that information to place a $250 at Bet365 at odds of $6.50 to win $1375. Hirayama is accused of also possessing information that Danzaki would receive a yellow card during a match between Western United and Auckland Football Club on May 3. He then allegedly used that information to place several more bets, including a $213 bet with Bet365, where he made a profit of almost $1600.
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ninja Gaiden 4 devs say "Soulslikes have kind of taken center stage" since the last installment in the series, but "we are going against the trend in that way"
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. If you're anything like me, you'll no doubt be frustrated with the soulslike genre effectively putting the classic hack and slash game away for a while. Every time something like The First Berserker: Khazan shows up looking stylish as hell only for it to be a soulslike deals me psychic damage. And because of that, the announcement of Ninja Gaiden 4 was an incredibly welcome one, with the devs "going against the trend." Not only is Team Ninja (which is somewhat responsible with their soulslikes Nioh and Wo Long), returning to its premiere action series, but PlatinumGames is returning the the genre that made the studio an all-time great before it got into RPGs and live service. PlatinumGames producer Yuji Nakao recently spoke about the disappearance of the action genre, while, Team Ninja producer Masakazu Hirayama spoke about the topic at Summer Game Fest in an interview attended by GamesRadar+. "The conversation about action games has changed quite a lot since the last Ninja Gaiden game," Hirayama says, referring to 2012's Ninja Gaiden 3 (or maybe 2014's Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z, which we'd all like to forget, but the point still stands). He adds: "Soulslikes have kind of taken center stage." However, despite this, and despite Team Ninja's soulslike focus over the last decade, the team knew things had to be different when returning to Ninja Gaiden. "Ninja Gaiden is about having high speed, pure action gameplay. So we are going against the trend in that way." However, despite the 13-year gap (or 18 year gap, considering Ninja Gaiden 3 was kind of pants) and the change in developer, Team Ninja is certain that fans of the series will not feel lost returning to it. Hirayama says, "When you pick up the controller and you play, it has that responsiveness, that really satisfying gameplay. Right when you pick it up, it feels like an evolution. It's like, oh, this is Ninja Gaiden." Now we just need Capcom to go back to Devil May Cry. Capcom's android apocalypse Pragmata is such a genius mix of shooters and puzzle games, both of which I normally hate, and I'm starting to rethink my entire existence.
News24
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
'Two strong hearts': Lalla Hirayama and long-term partner Ross Mcilroy celebrate engagement
South African media personality Lalla Hirayama announced her engagement to long-term partner Ross Mcilroy. The couple first met in 2020 while co-hosting the Consumer Awards, with Mcilroy becoming a strong support system to Hirayama during her mental health struggles. Hirayama recently opened up about her journey away from the entertainment industry, her struggle with PCOS, and her success in becoming cyst-free. South African media personality Lalla Hirayama is officially off the market. The former V-Entertainment presenter and judge on South Africa's Got Talent just let the cat out of the bag that she and her long-term partner Ross Mcilroy are engaged. Taking to her Instagram page, the 37-year-old shared a photo of herself embracing Mcilroy while sporting an eye-catching diamond ring on her engagement finger. The post, captioned "Two strong hearts," received thousands of likes from her doting fans and friends. Also, taking to her Stories, Hirayama shared a closer look at the ring while explaining the significance behind the choice: "My ring was designed to mimic waves that encapsulate a beautiful stone. What a design. A one-of-a-kind. Just like my man - whose heart belongs to me and to the sea," she shared. Expectedly, the model was inundated with congratulatory messages, with TV personality Refilwe Modiselle sharing, "My personal favourite Ninja, I'm screaming with excitement for you. Congratulations sis; Ross definitely fulfilled his promise to take care of you the right way. This is beautiful & God covers you both." Mental health struggles and a match made in heaven The couple first met in 2020 while co-hosting the Consumer Awards. Mcilroy, the co-founder of the vehicle trading business, soon became more than just a professional connection and eventually became a big support system to Hirayama, who frequently opened up about her mental health problems at that time. The couple now lives a quiet lifestyle in Stellenbosch's picturesque Winelands, where she is a loving mom to two horses, Fargo and Palouse. Opening up about her decision to leave Johannesburg and her fabulous life in the spotlight, Hirayama told YOU that she grew tired of the constant criticism and pressure. "Being in the industry is a beautiful thing and afforded me so many great opportunities. But with all of that comes lots of pressure and criticism, and I just grew tired of it all. I knew I needed change," Hirayama shared. She also spoke candidly about her struggle with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and the fact that after years of treatment and positive lifestyle changes, she is finally cyst-free.
IOL News
24-04-2025
- Health
- IOL News
Lalla Hirayama's PCOS journey: how embracing health struggles led to self-acceptance
Lalla Hirayama, a name synonymous with South African entertainment, has long been a fixture in the media industry. But beyond the glitz and glamour, she has been open about her personal battles, most recently, her health struggles. Image: Lalla Hirayama/ Instagram Lalla Hirayama, a name synonymous with South African entertainment, has long been a fixture in the media industry. But beyond the glitz and glamour, she has been open about her battles, most recently, her health struggles. In 2024, she shared an emotional Instagram post detailing her diagnosis of Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia (CIN III), a precancerous condition affecting the cervix. This revelation, alongside her ongoing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) journey, has sparked an important conversation about women's health, routine screenings, and self-care. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a term that has gained increased recognition in recent years, partly due to the openness of influential women like Hirayama, who have chosen to share their deeply personal experiences. Research indicates that PCOS affects an estimated 8-13% of women globally, making it one of the most common hormonal disorders in women of childbearing age. In South Africa, the condition is no stranger, with many women navigating its challenges in silence due to stigma or lack of awareness. What is PCOS? Mayo Clinic describes PCOS as a hormonal disorder that primarily affects women of reproductive age. Its exact cause remains unknown, but genetics, insulin resistance, and lifestyle factors are believed to play significant roles. Women with PCOS often experience irregular menstrual cycles, elevated androgen (male hormone) levels, and multiple cysts on their ovaries, though not all women with PCOS have visible ovarian cysts. Symptoms and manifestations PCOS is not a one-size-fits-all condition; symptoms can vary widely from person to person. Here are some of the most common ways it manifests: Irregular periods: Missed, infrequent, or heavy periods are often a hallmark of PCOS. Excessive hair growth: Known as hirsutism, this can occur on the face, chest, and back. Weight gain: Many women with PCOS struggle with weight management, particularly around the abdomen. Acne and oily skin: Hormonal imbalances can lead to persistent skin issues. Hair thinning: Hair loss or thinning on the scalp is another common concern. Cysts on ovaries: Although not always present, multiple small cysts can form on the ovaries. Fatigue and mood changes: PCOS can cause anxiety, depression, or general low energy. In her Instagram post, Hirayama reflects on many of these symptoms. 'My PCOS symptoms have significantly improved, while I've gained a bit of weight ... now happily sitting at 60kg from a previous 52-54kg, I believe this is a healthy shift for my body. "About 4 months ago, I had my breast implants removed, which has greatly alleviated my fatigue issues & my anxiety. I find myself spending less time in the gym and more time enjoying walks with my horses and dogs, which has positively impacted my nervous system. "I have also been good at taking my supplements.' PCOS affects an estimated 8-13% of women globally, making it one of the most common hormonal disorders in women of childbearing age. Image: Sora Shimazaki/pexels
IOL News
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Lalla Hirayama's heart is off the market: she's officially engaged
Former South African TV host, Lalla Hirayama has shared exciting news with her fans recently announcing that she is now engaged to her longtime bae, Ross Mcilroy. Hirayama, who is now embracing a peaceful life after going through a major lifestyle change, took to Instagram to announce her engagement in a series of pictures. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ She captioned her post: 'Two strong hearts.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by 平山 ララ Lalla Hirayama (@lalla_hirayama) The 33-year-old showed fans a glimpse of her engagement ring and shared a picture of the diamond ring on her Instagram stories and explained the meaning behind the glamorous oval-shaped ring. 'My ring was designed to mimic waves that encapsulate a beautiful stone. What a design. A one-of-a-kind. Just like my man - who's heart belongs to me and to the sea,' she shared. Lalla Hirayama's gold diamond ring. In 2024, Hirayama shared an emotional Instagram post and opened up about her diagnosis of Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia (CIN III), which is a precancerous condition affecting the cervix. However, she underwent surgery and the margins where the CIN III was, were cut and burned. Throughout her PCOS journey and changing her lifestyle, Hirayama has always been candid with her fans and has been sharing her experience with them on social media. In March, she shared that she decided to step away from the entertainment industry and move to a smaller town for a more peaceful and organic way of living due to being diagnosed with PCOS. She also gave an update and shared that her PCOS symptoms have improved and taking her supplements played a big role in reducing the PCOS cycle even though she has gained weight.
