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Maro Itoje says England is ‘the mecca’ amid talk of global breakaway league

Proposal of touring eight-team franchise competition RFU would not select any breakaway players for England Maro Itoje has insisted that playing for England is “the mecca” amid fears Steve ...

World - The Guardian - 6 hours ago

Test is 'still level', says England spinner Ahmed

England leg-spinner Rehan Ahmed says the third and deciding Test in Pakistan is "still level" despite the tourists losing three wickets late on the second day.

'Inevitable' England would 'plateau' says Stanway

Bayern Munich midfielder Georgia Stanway says it is "inevitable" England would "plateau at some point" having raised expectations.

The very busy Bussey Building: inside Peckham’s creative mecca

An old Victorian factory in South London is nurturing new industry. And some solid friendships too

World - Financial Times - 2 days ago

Crime up 10% over past year in England and Wales, ONS says

The latest figures show offences including robbery and violence returned to pre-pandemic levels.

Top stories - BBC News - October 24

Rehan Ahmed says England still believe despite chastening day in Pakistan

Leg-spinner insists game ‘still level’ despite late wickets England go into third day on 24 for three, trailing by 53 Rehan Ahmed insisted the game was “still level” and that England were “very ...

World - The Guardian - October 25

I'm open-minded on England smacking ban, says Education Secretary

Bridget Phillipson tells the BBC that legislation would not be introduced "any time soon".

George says England have 'evolved' since World Cup

Captain Jamie George says England have "evolved" from the side beaten by South Africa in the World Cup semi-finals last year.

Church of England ‘directly responsible’ for John Smyth abuse in Zimbabwe, victim says

Rocky Leanders, then 15, was beaten with wooden paddle by Smyth at camp where boys were made to swim naked. When John Smyth gave a presentation at their school about his Christian holiday camps in ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Lee Carsley says he has not spoken to Thomas Tuchel about England squad

Carsley: ‘He is fully respectful that I am in charge’ Harwood-Bellis and Hall called up for Nations League matches Lee Carsley has revealed he is yet to speak to Thomas Tuchel about the England ...

World - The Guardian - November 7

England has 10th of expected sunshine amid ‘anticyclonic gloom’, Met Office says

Grey and misty weather has been a mainstay this month – but brighter skies should arrive soon. If things have felt especially gloomy this week, it is not just the politics.. The grey mist that ...

World - The Guardian - November 10

Church of England must do more to combat abuse, bishop says after Archbishop of Canterbury resigns

The only Church of England bishop to publicly demand the resignation of former Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby says his departure wasn't enough to solve the church’s “profound failure" in ...

World - ABC News - 5 days ago

UK must rebuild post-Brexit relations with EU, says Bank of England boss

Governor Andrew Bailey delivers his strongest comments yet on the UK's departure from the EU.

A Local’s Guide to Cornwall, England

Locals recommend the area’s best pies, wild gardens and coastal footpaths.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 28

Disposable vapes to be banned in England and Wales

Ministers vow to end ‘throwaway culture’ after e-cigarettes soar in popularity among young people

Business - Financial Times - October 24

Is Smith England's next number three?

Jamie Smith is proving to be England's man for a crisis, while Ollie Pope is struggling to avoid a crisis of his own, writes Stephan Shemilt.

Top stories - BBC News - October 24

England spun to series defeat in Pakistan

England are spun to a feeble defeat before lunch on the third day of the final Test to give resurgent Pakistan a 2-1 series win.

Mistakes remain but England friendlies valuable

After edging out South Africa in a friendly, manager Sarina Wiegman says "football is a game of mistakes" and England want to have "as few of them as possible".

Marler retires from England 'dream bubble'

England prop Joe Marler retires from international rugby having won 95 caps.

Will Lawrence switch improve England's attack?

England hope switching Ollie Lawrence to outside centre against Australia will enable the Bath star to bring his ball-carrying power to the fore on Saturday.

Review of England's defeat by Australia 'brutal'

England's review of their last-gasp defeat by Australia was "brutal" but exactly what the squad needed, says wing Ollie Sleightholme.

Palmer 'frustrated' by lack of England opportunity

Cole Palmer has said that he was "frustrated" by the lack of opportunities given to him with England during the country's run to the final of Euro 2024.

Sports - ESPN - 5 days ago

England's Kane benched vs. Greece; Watkins in

England captain Harry Kane has been left on the bench for Thursday's UEFA Nations League clash against Greece, with Ollie Watkins taking his place in the starting lineup.

Sports - ESPN - 4 days ago

Pakistan spinners show England’s fallibility and fatalism with the bat

Perhaps for the first time under Brendon McCullum, belief slightly drained away during moonshot run chase in Multan. It was a pretty good week for fans outside of cricket’s so-called Big Three. In ...

World - The Guardian - October 20

The funding crisis threatening England’s special needs education

Cost of specialist school places is placing huge financial strain on cash-strapped councils

World - Financial Times - October 21

Livingstone to captain England with Buttler ruled out

All-rounder Liam Livingstone will captain England during their white-ball tour of the West Indies after Jos Buttler suffers a setback in his recovery from a calf injury.

How much will it cost to fix the NHS in England?

Latest data pinpoint the financial strain on the health service ahead of the Budget

Business - Financial Times - October 21

Hosts England to face USA in World Cup opener

England will play USA in the opening match of the Women's 2025 Rugby World Cup at Sunderland's Stadium of Light on 22 August.

Water regulator signals further increase to bills in England

Companies pushing for prices to increase by up to 84% on top of inflation over next 5 years to boost investment

Business - Financial Times - October 22

Return to Rawalpindi evokes memories for England of ‘mega win’

Pakistan are in flux while the tourists are more settled, but the toss will be crucial for both in the decisive third Test. England’s return to Rawalpindi brings with it reminders of one of the ...

World - The Guardian - October 22

Russo named England women's player of the year

Alessia Russo is named England women's player of the year for 2023-24.

Is England's number one shirt in Hampton's hands?

Former England goalkeeper Karen Bardsley explains why nothing is decided yet in Hannah Hampton's battle with Mary Earps to be first-choice for the Lionesses.

Unified England primed for Pakistan series decider

Ben Stokes has already suffered one defeat in Rawalpindi this week, but a bigger prize is on offer in the final Test, writes Stephan Shemilt.

What has changed for England since Euros triumph?

BBC Sport looks at how England's Euro-winning squad has changed as they prepare to take on Germany in a repeat of the 2022 final.

Top stories - BBC News - October 24

Smith and late wickets boost England against Pakistan

Jamie Smith’s fabulous 89 and a trio of late wickets gave England the upper hand on a breathless first day of the third and deciding Test against Pakistan in Rawalpindi.

Top stories - BBC News - October 24

Williamson relishing England duty amid Arsenal run

England captain Leah Williamson admitted it is "refreshing" to be back with the Lionesses ahead of their two friendlies against Germany and South Africa amid turbulence at Arsenal.

Sports - ESPN - October 25

U.K. Plans Disposable Vape Ban in England

The measure, which echoes plans in Scotland and Wales, aims to protect young people’s health and reduce environmental damage.

World - The New York Times - October 24

Selection headaches as England meet Germany again

England manager Sarina Wiegman has selection headaches as the Lionesses meet Germany for the first time since the Euro 2022 final.

Top stories - BBC News - October 24

Latest in Says England Mecca

Maro Itoje says England is ‘the mecca’ amid talk of global breakaway league

Test is 'still level', says England spinner Ahmed

'Inevitable' England would 'plateau' says Stanway

The very busy Bussey Building: inside Peckham’s creative mecca

Crime up 10% over past year in England and Wales, ONS says

Rehan Ahmed says England still believe despite chastening day in Pakistan

I'm open-minded on England smacking ban, says Education Secretary

George says England have 'evolved' since World Cup

Church of England ‘directly responsible’ for John Smyth abuse in Zimbabwe, victim says

Lee Carsley says he has not spoken to Thomas Tuchel about England squad

England has 10th of expected sunshine amid ‘anticyclonic gloom’, Met Office says

Church of England must do more to combat abuse, bishop says after Archbishop of Canterbury resigns

UK must rebuild post-Brexit relations with EU, says Bank of England boss

A Local’s Guide to Cornwall, England

Disposable vapes to be banned in England and Wales

Is Smith England's next number three?

England spun to series defeat in Pakistan

Mistakes remain but England friendlies valuable

Marler retires from England 'dream bubble'

Will Lawrence switch improve England's attack?

Review of England's defeat by Australia 'brutal'

Palmer 'frustrated' by lack of England opportunity

England's Kane benched vs. Greece; Watkins in

Pakistan spinners show England’s fallibility and fatalism with the bat

The funding crisis threatening England’s special needs education

Livingstone to captain England with Buttler ruled out

How much will it cost to fix the NHS in England?

Hosts England to face USA in World Cup opener

Water regulator signals further increase to bills in England

Return to Rawalpindi evokes memories for England of ‘mega win’

Russo named England women's player of the year

Is England's number one shirt in Hampton's hands?

Unified England primed for Pakistan series decider

What has changed for England since Euros triumph?

Smith and late wickets boost England against Pakistan

Williamson relishing England duty amid Arsenal run

U.K. Plans Disposable Vape Ban in England

Selection headaches as England meet Germany again

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