10 h. ago Bennett scores Zimbabwe’s fastest Test century before England regain grip

Only Test, D2: England 565-6d; Zimbabwe 265 & 30-2Stokes shines as England toil before enforcing follow-onThere were a few sideways glances during the first day of Zimbabwe’s first Test match in England for 22 years, followed by calls for cricket’s longest format to adopt a two-division structure. After a flogging like the one their players had just suffered across three sessions, perhaps this was to be expected.But on day two, cheered on by some wonderful pockets of support, the tourists mustered a pushback. First came an improved showing with the ball, England losing three for 67 to declare on 565 for six, followed by something of a fairytale century from opener Brian Bennett. Though bowled out for 265, and closing on 30 for two following on, Zimbabwe had given their hosts a far stiffer outing. Continue reading...

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14 h. ago Blood test developed that could speed up diagnosis of rare diseases in babies

Scientists say new approach means effects of many genetic mutations can be analysed at once and yield results in daysA new blood-based test that could help speed up diagnoses for children born with rare genetic disorders has been developed by researchers in an effort to provide answers – and treatments – sooner.Rare genetic disorders include a host of conditions, from cystic fibrosis to diseases relating to the mitochondria – the powerhouses of our cells. However, getting a diagnosis can be arduous. Continue reading...

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14 h. ago Best ergonomic office chairs 2025, tried and tested for working from home

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31 h. ago Best pillows 2025, tried and tested for every type of sleeper

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43 h. ago England v Zimbabwe: first men’s cricket Test, day one – live

Day one of the series at Trent Bridge, play from 11am BSTDunkley sparks new era for England | Sign up for the SpinAfter years of being ignored because England were also-rans being overshadowed by the World Test Championship, the rankings are back!This four-day Test is the first meeting between the sides since 2003, when England won both Tests by an innings. Interesting team they had, a mix of generations with a couple of bolters.Marcus TrescothickMichael VaughanMark ButcherNasser Hussain (c)Robert KeyAlec Stewart (wk)Anthony McGrath Ashley GilesMatthew Hoggard (Richard Johnson in second Test)Steve HarmisonJames Anderson Continue reading...

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58 h. ago Chris Brown is seen for the first time since being released on £5million bail over alleged nightclub bottle attack

With bleached blonde hair, the R&B superstar, 36, left prison in a Mercedes van alongside his girlfriend and his entourage.

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59 h. ago Ben Stokes targets No 1 spot in world Test rankings: ‘One more place to go’

Ashes rivals Australia sit above England in ICC tableZimbabwe Test is captain’s first action since DecemberEngland under Ben Stokes have never lacked ambition, but they go into a defining period of Test cricket with one in particular in mind: to become the first England side in 15 years to take top spot in the International Cricket Council’s rankings, officially the best in the world.“If we win what we’ve got coming up, the likelihood is that we will be at the top of that leaderboard,” Stokes said. “There’s no doubt in my mind we have the ability to be that team.” Continue reading...

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61 h. ago Bazball’s moment of truth arrives in year that will define era of McCullum and Stokes

One-off Zimbabwe Test at Trent Bridge the launchpad for a decisive summer for England and their abstemious captainSo where are we up to right now? Still Bazball 2.0? The start of Bazball 3.0? Given Ben Stokes has knocked the grog on the head this year, perhaps it should be Bazball 0.0% ABV.Although, jokes aside, that recent revelation on one of those man-chat podcasts said a fair bit about Stokes’s nature. Not only has he temporarily paused drinking during his recovery from hamstring surgery but, so taken by this, he has even bought shares in an alcohol-free spirits company. England’s Test captain is someone who, when he sets his mind on something, sees it through to the extreme. Even abstinence. Continue reading...

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62 h. ago Kitchen item can help banish unwanted green tones on blonde hair

If you've got dyed blonde hair and you've been in chlorinated water, you may find it develops a green tinge - but luckily, there may be an easy fix that will have your tresses looking good as new

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62 h. ago Banish green tones from chlorine on blonde hair using kitchen item

If you've got blonde hair, you'll know how damaging chlorine can be to your locks as it can cause it to turn green - but one woman has shared a simple solution to the problem

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69 h. ago England vs Zimbabwe Test prediction: Expect Joe Root impact in Trent Bridge victory

Read the latest tips and betting odds ahead of England’s first Test against Zimbabwe this week

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3 d. ago Best straighteners for curling your hair in 2025, tried and tested

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3 d. ago 12 best foundations for mature skin 2025, tested by a beauty expert in her 60s

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3 d. ago Best cool bags and ice boxes 2025, tested on picnics, beach trips and hikes

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3 d. ago 10 best purple shampoos 2025, tested on blonde hair for brass

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3 d. ago Love Island star wows fans with drastic new look but all is not as it seems

Love Island bombshell Grace Jackson is best known for her long blonde hair but she surprised fans by debuting a brand new brunette look after teaming up with a top hair stylist

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4 d. ago Singer Dawn Richard tells court Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs hit Cassie Ventura on day six of trial

‘He would punch her, choke her, slap her,’ says Richard as second week of music mogul’s sex-trafficking trial resumesThe second week of Sean “Diddy” Combs’s racketeering conspiracy and sex-trafficking trial began on Monday morning with the singer Dawn Richard returning to the witness stand.Combs, 55, is facing charges of sex-trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, and transportation to engage in prostitution. He was arrested in September 2024 and has pleaded not guilty to all of the charges. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs hit Cassie Ventura, singer Dawn Richard tells court on day six of trial

‘He would punch her, choke her, slap her,’ says Richard as second week of music mogul’s sex-trafficking trial resumesThe second week of Sean “Diddy” Combs’s racketeering conspiracy and sex-trafficking trial began on Monday morning with the singer Dawn Richard returning to the witness stand.Combs, 55, is facing charges of sex-trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, and transportation to engage in prostitution. He was arrested in September 2024 and has pleaded not guilty to all of the charges. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago She was in Titanic, had a kid with Clint Eastwood and is now a blonde, who is she?

These days she is unrecognizable with long wavy blonde hair which she debuted in 32nd Annual Race To Erase MS Gala at Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles on Friday.

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4 d. ago Best mascara 2025, tested by a beauty expert for length, curl, volume and definition

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