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Friday briefing: The Bank of England interest rate cut suggests there are more gloomy times ahead

In today’s newsletter: The Bank also downgraded its growth forecast for the UK, piling pressure on Labour to turn its rousing rhetoric on economic expansion into reality

The Guardian - UK

Bradford clean air zone saves NHS over £30,000 a month in first year

After one year of the zone, which is the second largest in England, GP visits for respiratory illnesses were down by a quarter

The Guardian - UK

'Harshit Rana's debut gives an indication that Jasprit Bumrah might not be there in Champions Trophy'

NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has suggested that Harshit Rana’s ODI debut against England indicates Jasprit Bumrah’s unavailability for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.

The Times of India

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'Its never really about economy': Sanjay Manjrekar on Harshit Rana's expensive ODI debut

NEW DELHI: Cricketer-turned-commentator Sanjay Manjrekar feels that the significance of Harshit Rana's three vital wickets in "many ways" that sealed the match for India should be the main focus, rather than his economy against England in the first ODI at Nagpur.

The Times of India

England to play Afghanistan in Champions Trophy despite boycott calls from politicians

England have confirmed they will face Afghanistan in the Champions Trophy match scheduled for February 26 in Lahore, despite British politicians urging for a boycott.

The Times of India

'I was watching a movie': Shreyas Iyer reveals late-night call from Rohit Sharma

NEW DELHI: Shreyas Iyer played a crucial role in India's triumph over England in the first ODI in Nagpur, delivering a match-winning 59 off 36 balls. However, in a surprising revelation during the post-match interview, Iyer disclosed that he was initially not part of India's playing XI for the game.

The Times of India

‘Alarming’ jump in proportion of knife assault hospital cases aged under 18

The percentage of hospital admissions in the 0-17 age group is the highest in the past decade.

Evening Standard

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Public views sought on new archbishop of Canterbury after Welby resignation

Justin Welby’s replacement will be the 106th appointment to the role – which is the most senior bishop of the Church of England.

Evening Standard

Galthié hails ‘genius’ Marcus Smith as France make two changes to starting XV

France’s head coach, Fabien Galthié, said Marcus Smith ‘carries genius with him’ as his side prepared to face England at Twickenham

The Guardian - UK

Force's mullet man eyes Wallabies gold

One-Test England hooker Nic Dolly says he would love to represent the Wallabies, but first he wants to help Western Force into the Super Rugby Pacific finals.

AAP

England will not boycott Afghanistan game despite Taliban ‘gender apartheid’

ECB chair Richard Thompson condemned ‘oppression of women and girls’ in Afghanistan but insisted a ‘unilateral boycott’ was not the right policy

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on England’s cancelled elections: hardly a vote of confidence

Editorial: Angela Rayner’s decision to scrap some local council contests simply postpones the big test for her devolution reforms

The Guardian - UK

England to face Afghanistan in Champions Trophy despite calls for boycott

More than 160 MPs and peers had called for a boycott in response to the Taliban’s actions since returning to power

Evening Standard

‘Tough and brave’ Fin Smith backed to star on first England start against France

The 22-year-old Northampton player will start at fly-half while Marcus Smith replaces Freddie Steward at full-back.

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The Independent UK

England make decision on Afghanistan clash at Champions Trophy after calls for boycott

The ECB have confirmed that the tournament fixture will go ahead despite calls for England to boycott over the Taliban’s treatment of women

The Conversation

Fines for term-time holidays are at record levels – this will further erode trust between parents and schools

Recently released government statistics show a record number of fines were given to parents for their children’s absence from school in 2023-24 in England. Of the 487,344 fines issued, 91% were for unauthorised family holidays.

The Guardian - UK

Starmer pledges to ‘build, baby, build’ as green groups criticise nuclear plans

Greenpeace says PM has ‘swallowed industry spin whole’ after plans unveiled to expand in England and Wales

The Times of India

Not bothered by outside noise, my focus is on delivering for country, says Harshit Rana

NEW DELHI: India’s young pacer Harshit Rana brushed aside external criticism, emphasising that his sole focus is on contributing to the team's success.

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The Independent UK

FA hopes St George’s Park refurbishment boosts England’s chances of success

The Staffordshire site is to receive ‘significant investment’, claims the Football Association.

The Independent UK

Jos Buttler rues loss of momentum after Phil Salt run-out as England sunk again

England suffered a four-wicket defeat to India in the opening ODI.

Evening Standard

England comfortably beaten in first ODI as poor India tour continues

England’s total of 248 was chased down with more than ten overs to spare

The Guardian - UK

India ease home in opening ODI after below-par England look short of ideas

The hosts won the first match of the series by four wickets in Nagpur as England’s bowlers were unable to defend a measly innings of 248 all out

Evening Standard

Fin Smith starts as England fly-half against France as Steve Borthwick gambles on Marcus Smith switch

Northampton star seen as a more strategic No10, with Quins man asked to provide a counter-attacking threat from deep

The Guardian - UK

Schools in Scotland witness ‘exponential increase’ in pupil violence

Teaching union finds 44% of its members have experienced physical abuse or violent episodes in last 12 months

The Independent UK

England lose again in India as mediocre batting proves costly

India won the first ODI by four wickets after cruising to victory in the T20 series

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