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Welcome to Commonwealth Games host city Birmingham … home of heavy metal, Cadbury, canals and King Kong

The "eighth wonder of the world" makes an unlikely appearance in Birmingham, to help locals and tourists get in the festive Commonwealth Games spirit.

ABC News

India to host Women's ODI World Cup in 2025

NEW DELHI: India will host the Women's 50-over World Cup in 2025 as the BCCI has successfully bid for the mega event during the ICC Annual Conference that concluded in Birmingham on Tuesday.

The Times of India

ICC terminates Cricket Russia's membership

NEW DELHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has terminated Cricket Russia's membership. The decision came after the ICC's board meeting that concluded in Birmingham on Tuesday. Cricket Russia was suspended in 2021 due to continued non-compliance since July 2019 with ICC's membership criteria.

The Times of India

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UB40 release 'massive' official Commonwealth Games 2022 anthem

The song, called 'Champion', also features rappers Dapz On The Map & Gilly G on the track

Wales Online

US sprint star Fred Kerley invests in sports underwear brand CXP

Birmingham-based firm welcomes Olympian and 100m world champion to its stable of backers to help development next range of products

Birmingham Post

Roythornes Solicitors finds new home for Birmingham team

Law firm makes fourth move in the city two and half years after launching

Birmingham Post

In-Comm Training secures major apprenticeship contract

Training provider will work with Birmingham engineering firm Lander Tubular Products to recruit and train 40 new apprentices

Birmingham Post

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Hockeyroos and Kookaburras using Commonwealth Games to get back on top — led by Katrina Powell and Eddie Ockenden

The Kookaburras move on from their Tokyo heartbreak while the Hockeyroos are on the rise, as they both eye off gold medals in Birmingham.

ABC News

Birmingham Commonwealth Games: Emma McKeon, Ariarne Titmus, Mollie O'Callaghan expected to lead another Aussie swimming golden haul

The Australian swim team enjoyed a strong world championships campaign, and a couple of Olympic superstars are returning to the fold for the Commonwealth Games.

ABC News

Meet Australia's youngest and oldest athletes competing at the 2022 Commonwealth Games

From the tender age of 14 to a 63-year-old Commonwealth Games debutant, meet the oldest and youngest competitors donning the green and gold in Birmingham.

ABC News

CWG 2022: COVID-19 positive rate till now has been low, so nothing to worry, says medical advisor

BIRMINGHAM: About a dozen athletes are expected to test positive for COVID-19 on a daily basis at the Games Village but that's not very alarming, assured Commonwealth Games medical advisor Dr Peter Harcourt.

The Times of India

Ten to watch: Australian medal hopes at the Commonwealth Games

History favours the Australians as the team seeks to top the Games medal count in Birmingham for a 14th time in history

The Guardian - AU

Sports minister calls for ‘much more diverse’ host cities for Commonwealth Games

Nigel Huddleston was speaking ahead of the event in Birmingham against a backdrop of some members removing the Queen as head of state

The Independent UK

India to host 2025 Women's ODI World Cup, FTP for next five years finalised

NEW DELHI: India will host the Women's 50-over World Cup in 2025 as the BCCI has successfully bid for the mega event during the ICC Annual Conference that concluded in Birmingham on Tuesday.

The Times of India

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History set to repeat for netball's Heffernan clan

When Kate Heffernan makes her Silver Ferns debut at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games, she'll be following in the footsteps of her history-making mum, Annette.

Nottingham Post

Bulwell weightlifter Emily Campbell responds to 'surreal burden Commonwealth Games announcement

It's nearly a year since Campbell, 28, won a first Olympic medal for British women's weightlifting, meaning she arrives in Birmingham as the hot favourite for the Commonwealth title.

The Times of India

Commonwealth Games: Buzz missing in Birmingham

BIRMINGHAM: As the West Midlands bound train enters the New Street railway station, the mind is engulfed with an air of anticipation.

The Guardian - UK

Commonwealth Games 2022: 10 things to watch out for in Birmingham

Elite Jamaican sprinters, a swimming sensation returns and a chance to make cricket history as the Games begins this week

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The Times of India

False Alarm: Birmingham gets its moment of scare before CWG

BIRMINGHAM: A fire alarm went off at Birmingham's largest train station, causing a lot of panic on Tuesday afternoon ahead of the Commonwealth Games before it turned out be a false one.

The Guardian - UK

Homeless families housed in Birmingham hotels moved ahead of Commonwealth Games

City council admits up to 20 families sent to Coventry to make space for visitors to the games

The Independent UK

Unnamed Team England athlete tests positive for Covid at Commonwealth Games

The athlete, who has not been named due to medical confidentiality, could still compete

The Times of India

Comedy of errors: Confusion reigns supreme in Pakistan hockey federation

KARACHI: Three-time former Olympic champions Pakistan is facing one of its worst crises with total confusion prevailing over the functioning of Pakistan Hockey Federation.

The Hindu

I have no injuries and I am 100% fit: Lalrinnunga

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Birmingham Post

Rail strike plans announced by every train operator

Only around a fifth of normal services will run, and half of lines will be closed on Wednesday July 27

Manchester Evening News

Train strikes in Greater Manchester: Date, affected routes, station closures and more

Network Rail says around a fifth of services will run on the day and passengers are being warned to expect major disruption

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