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The Guardian - UK · Nov 7, 2025

Chess: Russian star and top Americans fall in World Cup but Adams wins 10-game epic

Ian Nepomniachtchi was a world title challenger, Wesley So is ranked No 8, and Hans Niemann has huge ambition, but all lost to unheralded opponents

The Guardian - UK · Nov 7, 2025

‘Huge step in the right direction’: arts leaders hail move to boost creative subjects in England’s schools

Cultural figures hope proposed shake-up of curriculum can reverse years of ‘madness’ in which arts were devalued

The Guardian - UK · Nov 7, 2025

Social housing to see £7 billion boost as mayors urged to ‘go bold’ with plans

Local leaders in England will be able to specify the types of homes needed in their areas and which sites to prioritise for construction.

Evening Standard · Nov 6, 2025

The 20 Best Current Premier League Forwards—Ranked

England’s elite league continues to house some of the world’s most devastating forwards.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 6, 2025

England's NRL ace out of Ashes Test with broken foot

Newcastle Knights flyer Dom Young suffered a broken foot in the Ashes clash at Everton, so he'll miss the final Test for England against the Kangaroos.

AAP · Nov 6, 2025

‘Brilliant’ Marcus Smith backed to bring cutting edge to England attack

Marcus Smith will start at full-back against Fiji.

The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2025

The message Marcus Smith’s selection sends ahead of England vs Fiji

Smith is recalled at full-back in a new-look England team as Steve Borthwick continues to build squad depth

The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2025

What the review of England’s national curriculum means for disadvantaged schools

A government-appointed review panel has just released its long-awaited report on England’s national curriculum. Its stated intention is to improve curriculum quality for all children, but particularly those “for whom the system is currently not working well,” such as children with special educational needs and those from disadvantaged backgrounds.

The Conversation · Nov 6, 2025

Jude Bellingham in line for England recall for final two World Cup qualifiers

Phil Foden will also be hoping to be included in Thomas Tuchel’s squad.

The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2025