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Bethell’s Record Opening Partnership Powers England’s Series-Decider Dominance
Jacob Bethell came agonisingly close to a century, compiling 91 runs from 93 deliveries whilst forging a record-breaking opening partnership of 192 with Ben Duckett in England’s third One Day International against India
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GB’s Shriever makes history with fourth world title as extreme weather halts final
Britain’s Bethany Shriever won her fourth elite world title at the UCI BMX Racing World Championships after high winds forced organisers to abandon the final on day two of competition. The result marks a historic achievement for the British rider, extending her record of success at the sport’s top level even though the deciding race…
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Revealed: The fascinating past of Eleanor Ekserdjian, the new (and little-known) fiancee of Princess Margaret’s grandson Sam Chatto – who is 30th in line to the British throne
The article profiles Eleanor Ekserdjian following her engagement to Sam Chatto, a grandson of Princess Margaret. It focuses on her background and introduces her as a relatively little-known figure joining the wider Royal Family. Sam Chatto is described as 30th in the line of succession to the British throne, placing the couple within the extended…
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Yard Act Loosen Their Collar and Rock Adventurously on ‘You’re Gonna Need A Little Music’
Yard Act, the Leeds post-punk band known for sardonic, politically charged lyrics, have released their third album, “You’re Gonna Need A Little Music”, which sees them adopt a noticeably more melodic and expansive sound. Rather than abandoning their trademark wiry edge, the record channels it into groove, movement and a broader instrumental range, marking a…
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SWFC News: Wednesday confirm ticket details for upcoming pre-season friendlies – thestar.co.uk
Sheffield Wednesday have confirmed ticket arrangements for their final pre-season friendlies, giving supporters clarity ahead of the 2026–27 campaign. The matches will allow the club to split its squad for two simultaneous competitive preparations shortly before the season begins. Wednesday will face Accrington Stanley at the Wham Stadium at 12.30pm and Oldham Athletic at Boundary…
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Room for improvement but Scotland heading in right direction
After wins against Argentina and Fiji and a loss against South Africa, Tom English reviews a productive summer for Scotland in the Nations Championship.
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Just b******s… Boris takes aim at claims from Vance and co that British civilisation is being erased by immigration, with London make-up similar to NYC
Boris Johnson has dismissed claims made by US Vice President JD Vance and others that British civilisation is being erased by immigration, reportedly branding the argument “b******s”. The former Prime Minister is said to have pointed to London’s demographic make-up, comparing it to that of New York City, as part of his rebuttal to warnings…
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No ODI century but Bethell helps England to stunning start
England’s Jacob Bethell fell just short of an One Day International century, scoring 91 off 93 balls to give England a strong platform in the third and deciding ODI against India at Lord’s. His innings featured a range of eye-catching shots that helped set England up for a potentially big total in the series-deciding match.…
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‘The end of an outstanding partnership’ – Bethell departs for 91
Jacob Bethell was finally dismissed for 91 as India claimed their first wicket of the day, ending a record-breaking opening stand of 192 with Ben Duckett in the series-deciding third One Day International against India at Lord’s. The dismissal came after England had made a rapid and dominant start to the innings, putting them in…
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SWFC News: Wednesday’s South Yorkshire rivals take former Owls defender Lees on trial – thestar.co.uk
A former Sheffield Wednesday defender, Tom Lees, has joined one of the club’s South Yorkshire rivals on trial. The move is significant because it could give the experienced centre-back a route back into football locally after leaving Huddersfield Town. Lees, 34, spent seven years with Wednesday between 2014 and 2021, making almost 250 league appearances…