Stephen Fleming: Former New Zealand captain frontrunner to be appointed England men's Test head coach
Former New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming is the frontrunner to be appointed as England men's Test head coach.
The 53-year-old appears set to succeed compatriot Brendon McCullum, who was sacked after the 2-1 series defeat to New Zealand in June.
Chelsea transfer news: Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson good for experience but striker needs game time, says Paul Merson
In his latest Sky Sports column, Paul Merson gives his take on Chelsea's potential double signing of Jordan Henderson and Danny Welbeck, Arsenal's pursuit of Vinicius Jr and the possibility of Man City losing Rodri to Real Madrid.
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Uncertainty shrouds Blanche’s nomination to be Trump’s next attorney general as key Republicans postpone vote – live
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Hello and welcome to the US politics live blog.
Todd Blanche’s nomination to become attorney-general stalled last night as lawmakers scrapped a planned committee vote.
Flock surveillance cameras can pose a crash risk for drivers, US experts say
Flock Safety cameras have been pilloried for facilitating the AI-powered surveillance of private citizens and for targeting immigrants for years. But now safety advocates are also claiming that their physical location can pose potential roadside hazards.
Jenrick ducks question on why George Cottrell gave $2m to his mother days before her big donations to Reform UK – politics live
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Q: [From ITV’s Romilly Weeks] You say that Reform UK followed all the rules in relation to donations. But why did George Cottrell give $2m to his mother shortly before she made substantial donations to the party?
Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% as inflation fears mount
The Bank of England has kept UK interest rates on hold as it warned that a further escalation in the Iran war could drive inflation above 4% next year, adding to cost of living pressures on households.
Arran Strong: Tributes paid as search called off for British surfer lost at sea
Tributes have been paid to surfer Arran Strong, after searches for the Briton who went missing off the coast of Portugal were called off.
The Autoridade Maritima Nacional (AMN) confirmed to BBC Sport that its search for the 28-year-old, which started soon after he went missing on Monday morning, was halted on Thursday.
England on track for record heat-related deaths this summer, official data shows
England is on track to record its highest ever number of heat-related deaths this summer after the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) announced that an estimated 2,877 people had died in the May and June heatwaves.
Chelsea sign Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix in £52m deal
Chelsea have signed France's World Cup defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace for £52m.
The 26-year-old, capped seven times by France, has penned a contract at Stamford Bridge until 2032.