7 h. ago Shoaib Bashir stars for England in perfect start to Test summer against Zimbabwe

England triumphed by an innings and 45 runs at Trent Bridge with a day to spare as Bashir took six wickets in the second innings

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50 h. ago Zimbabwe come in from cold but left crying for help at early signs of mismatch | Andy Bull

Tourists are in England for the first time in 22 years and faced dual threats of hostile batting and cold weatherOf course the first morning of the summer was the worst morning of the summer. Test cricket, like a bank holiday picnic, is a reliable way to send the English sun running, and Zimbabwe’s first day of Test cricket in this country in 22 years started under thick ripples of ominous grey cloud, and in a freezing breeze. In the shop at the bottom of the Radcliffe Road Stand staff were sent running to the stock room to fetch up fresh boxes of beanie hats and hooded tops, as the crowd, caught short by the sudden dip in temperature after weeks of good weather, made an unexpected run on their supplies of winter clothing.Zimbabwe won the toss, which was the last thing that went their way all day. “We’ll have a bowl,” said their captain, Craig Ervine, and it must have seemed like a good idea at the time. Ben Stokes admitted he would have done the same thing himself given the conditi...

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58 h. ago Why Scotland summer tour and autumn Tests impact Rugby World Cup chances

Draw for 2027 tournament confirmed for December this year

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3 d. ago Best body sunscreens to use this summer, tested by a beauty editor

An SPF for your body that you’ll actually want to reapply? Tick

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3 d. 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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3 d. ago 'I've got to be mindful': Ben Stokes to play injury comeback safe ahead of England Test vs Zimbabwe

The Three Lions kick off their summer Test series in Nottingham on Thursday

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3 d. ago 'I found a new mascara that gives an incredible volume in one swipe and enhances eye colour'

Our beauty editor tested out the latest mascara to join the Dior make-up line-up, which promises to deliver 440% more volume to the lashes and an intensely pigmented black

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4 d. ago ‘My cabin bag was too big for this popular airline so these are the ones you need'

Our beauty and wellness editor was caught out on a recent short-haul flight travelling with a cabin bag that didn't meet regulations – here's which one she'll be buying

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6 d. ago Ben Stokes quits alcohol to help hamstring injury rehabilitation

England Test captain to return against Zimbabwe‘It’s just getting harder to do everything’Ben Stokes has stopped drinking alcohol during his latest injury rehabilitation in an effort to be firing on all cylinders for England this summer. The Test captain is set to make his comeback on Thursday in the one-off Test against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge, having been sidelined since December after tearing his left hamstring in New Zealand.He rushed back from a similar injury last year but his recovery this time after an operation has been painstakingly managed and Stokes has left no stone unturned to fulfil his vow to return in peak physical condition. Speaking to the Untapped podcast, the 33-year-old said: “After my first major injury, I remember the shock of it, after the initial adrenaline had stopped, thinking: ‘How has this happened? We did have a bit of a drink four or five nights ago, could that have played a part? It wouldn’t have helped.’ Continue reading...

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7 d. ago Flying car that can reach over 155MPH in the air could come to market in 2026

Science-fiction movies and books have long promised humanity a utopian future of flying cars and it may become a reality next year as the AirCar's second model is tested this summer

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7 d. ago What happened when we sent our beauty editor ROSIE GREEN for a Melania Trump

Big hair. Ultra tan. Pneumatic breasts. Rosie Green trials the iconic style for a new generation

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1 week ago ‘This cooling face tool instantly soothed my puffy eyes after a long flight’

If you struggle with a puffy face and eyes, especially during hay fever season, when travelling or after late nights, this new facial gadget is a must, says our beauty editor

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2 w. ago Why is Saudi Arabia at the Gold Cup? It’s the latest in the Kingdom’s soft power campaign | Karim Zidan

The Middle Easterners come Stateside this summer for a regional tournament appearance enabled by sportswashingLast month, the Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football (Concacaf) held an official draw in Miami, Florida for the 2025 Gold Cup, the premier biennial tournament for men’s football on the continent.This summer, the Gold Cup will serve as the crucial litmus test for the US national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup, the vast majority of which will take place on home soil. The draw placed the Americans in Group D, alongside Haiti, Trinidad and Tobago and Saudi Arabia. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Reo Hatate sees Celtic transfer resolve tested as Udinese 'track' midfielder ahead of summer bidding war

The midfielder is a player in demand this summer with clubs across Europe considering a deal

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2 w. ago Why to try the £10 lipstick worn by Kendall Jenner, Halle Berry, Heidi Klum & Tracee Ellis Ross this week

The beauty editor, makeup artist and A-list approved lipstick that delivers unrivalled credentials and change from a tenner

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2 w. ago The £10 lipstick worn by Kendall Jenner, Halle Berry, Heidi Klum & Tracee Ellis Ross

The beauty editor, makeup artist and A-list approved lipstick that delivers unrivalled credentials and change from a tenner

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3 w. ago ‘Margot Robbie’s facialist just taught me how to lift and sculpt my face in four minutes’

Our beauty editor attended a masterclass with celebrity facialist Melanie Simon and learnt some top tips on how to best use this popular face tool to contour her jawline

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3 w. ago England to field inexperienced attack as they name first Test squad of the summer

England have named their squad for the opening Test of a busy summer, with Essex seamer Sam Cook rewarded for his consistency and Josh Tongue returning after injury

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3 w. ago 11 best night creams your skin will thank you for, according to a beauty editor

We’ve spent weeks putting budget and luxury moisturisers to the test

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3 w. ago Best camping gear 2025: Our tech expert's tried and tested checklist for your summer getaway

Camping has never been more popular, but we’re a nation that likes our creature comforts so consumer technology writer and camping fanatic Gareth Butterfield has compiled a list of gadgets you might want to take with you

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