Scott Parker leaves Burnley 'as Steven Gerrard lined up as new manager' One former England midfielder for another as Clarets slip back into Championship Evening Standard · Apr 30
Former Man United and England star Ashley Young announces retirement Ashley Young has called time on his career at the age of 40 The Independent UK · Apr 30
These 11 cancers are rising in younger adults in England, but lifestyle does not fully explain why Well-known risk factors such as smoking, alcohol use, diet, and physical activity have not been increasing among younger adults in recent decades, except for obesity. But researchers say that alone cannot fully explain the rise of cancer among young adults. Euronews · Apr 30
Trial or error? Lancashire bear brunt as county game adjusts to new substitute rules The sport should seriously be asking itself whether this should be replicated in Test cricket after some notable problems with the new regulations The Guardian - UK · Apr 30
The spectacular road trip that reveals the history of Britain’s oldest border On a three-day odyssey through the Wye Valley, Richard Collett discovered ancient ruins, remarkable landscapes and quirky villages The Independent UK · Apr 30
Thursday’s briefing: A tale of three penalties as Arsenal draw in Madrid Liverpool expect Mohamed Salah to return to action before he leaves the club in the summer. The Independent UK · Apr 30
May 7 elections in England, Scotland and Wales: What you need to know Elections are being held for the Scottish Parliament, the Senedd in Wales and 136 councils in England. Evening Standard · Apr 30
May 7 elections: Hour-by-hour guide to results Results will be declared from the early hours of Friday through to Saturday evening. Evening Standard · Apr 30
Office for Students’ University of Sussex humiliation is a symptom of deeper failings England’s higher education regulator must rebuild trust with troubled sector after series of blunders under previous leadership The Guardian - UK · Apr 29
Leasehold ban in England and Wales unlikely before next general election, minister says Matthew Pennycook says ending system must be done slowly to avoid hitting housing supply and legal pitfalls The Guardian - UK · Apr 29
England's Barmy Army distances itself from 'unofficial leader' standing for Reform Vic Flowers is planning to stand for Reform UK in the Medlock Vale ward in the elections for Oldham Council on May 7 Evening Standard · Apr 29
Football’s greatest games: from Messi’s magnificence to the mighty Magyars PSG 5-4 Bayern, arguably the wildest match in Champions League history, has sparked a debate about football’s finest dramas – here are six to savour The Guardian - UK · Apr 29
Treasure alert: 63 Anglo-Saxon coins uncovered in Worcestershire linked to the Viking age In the parish of Bickmarsh, Worcestershire, a group of metal-detecting enthusiasts found a large cache of 63 early medieval Anglo-Saxon coins. An initial report was submitted by Go Detecting (Midlands) Limited, and subsequent to that, Worcestershire Archaeology completed an extensive survey and excavation of the site. Most of the coins… The Times of India · Apr 29
The Guardian - UK · Apr 29 Sticking with same players for Women’s T20 World Cup leaves England in a twist England Women’s conservative selection policy reinforces perception that some players are undroppable, no matter how bad the results
The Times of India · Apr 29 80% of England’s high-risk flood homes now in urban areas Urban neighborhoods are now facing a dramatic rise in the risk of surface-water floods, with a tripling likelihood that severely impacts low-income tenants in social housing. This mounting crisis, fueled by climate change and aging infrastructure, threatens to worsen the financial strains on these communities.
Evening Standard · Apr 29 Gary Cahill exclusive: ‘Thomas Tuchel has a centre-back problem - this Chelsea star can fix it’ Interview: Former Three Lions star has his say on the defenders England should take to World Cup
The Guardian - UK · Apr 29 Ashley Cole: ‘The players have to trust what I’m asking them to do’ The former Arsenal, Chelsea and England left-back is in his first manager’s job, with playoff-chasing Serie B side, Cesena
The Independent UK · Apr 29 I’ve given everything and it’s time – Chelsea captain Millie Bright retires The former England defender won 20 trophies with the Blues.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 29 Swearing banned by one in five councils in England and Wales, report on ‘busybody’ fines shows Campaigners saying public spaces protection orders also being used to criminalise wide range of everyday activities
The Independent UK · Apr 29 Chelsea captain and ex-Lionesses star Millie Bright announces retirement Bright has enjoyed a trophy-laden spell at Chelsea, and won the Euros with England in 2022
The Guardian - UK · Apr 29 Knight-Stokes Cup sets up much-needed platform for state school cricket New tournament aims to counter-balance the elitist fixture at Lord’s between Eton and Harrow
The Guardian - UK · Apr 29 ‘I’ve given all I can’: Chelsea’s Millie Bright announces retirement with immediate effect Millie Bright has ended a trophy-laden career in which she won eight Women’s Super League titles and 88 England caps
FourFourTwo · Apr 29 Chelsea announce retirement of long-serving defender at end of contract Chelsea have announced the retirement of long-serving defender Millie Bright