Gus Atkinson continues the sensational start to his career with a maiden century as England utterly dominate the second day of the second Test against Sri Lanka at Lord’s.

Atkinson century leads England dominance of Sri Lanka

Gaby Lewis returns as captain for Ireland’s upcoming white-ball series against England after recovering from a quad strain. Regular captain Laura Delany remains sidelined due to a more serious ankle ligament injury sustained earlier. Alice Tector, making her debut, joins the squad while Una Raymond-Hoey is back after an injury. The Irish squad is youthful, averaging under 22 years old, and seeks fan support in the matches upcoming in Belfast and Dublin.

Lewis returns to captain Ireland in home series against England

Joe Root’s record-equalling 33rd century ensured England did not waste the chance to bat first on the opening day of the second Test against Sri Lanka at Lord’s. Root’s flawless 143 took him level with Sir Alastair Cook for the most Test centuries for England and was the bedrock of the hosts’ 358-7.

England indebted to record-equalling Root century

The Independent

 Joe Root was hailed as “England’s greatest” by Sir Alastair Cook after the Yorkshireman broke his national record for the most Test centuries.Root joined Cook on 33 hundreds against Sri Lanka at Lord’s this week but is now out in front as, for the first time in his glittering 145-Test career, he registered a three-figure score in both innings.His 34th Test ton puts him joint sixth on the all-time list alongside Sunil Gavaskar, Brian Lara, Younis Khan and Mahela Jayawardene, and Cook has no doubt about Root’s standing in the game.Commentating on Root reaching the milestone for the BBC’s...

‘Genius’ Joe Root is England’s greatest – Sir Alastair Cook

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It's been more than four decades since former child star William “Billie” Thomas Jr. died in Los Angeles of a heart attack at only 49 on October 10, 1980. Best known as "Buckwheat," the character he portrayed in the original Hal Roach-ignited Our Gang/Little Rascals classic film shorts from 1934 to 1944, Thomas faced similar challenges and misfortunes of several of his co-stars and other former child actors. This is his story.

Billie "Buckwheat" Thomas - 'Little Rascals'/'Our Gang' Child Star: 44 Years After His Tragic Death

Pakistan batter Babar Azam recorded another failure in the 2nd Test vs Bangladesh at Rawalpindi, as he continued his poor form and struggles in Test cricket. Despite being the Number one batter in the 50-over format and Pakistan's talisman batter, his failures in Test cricket is a huge concern for the country as it has also coincided with the team's winless run since 2021.

'614 days since last Test fifty' - Pakistan star Babar Azam's struggle for form in Test cricket continues against Bangladesh

The 57-year-old man is also charged with assaulting an emergency worker.

Man charged following house explosion

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It's been over twenty-five years since actor/photographer Roddy McDowall died of lung cancer in 1998. McDowall, despite some career challenges, was one of that breed of rare former child actors who successfully transitioned into Hollywood adulthood. He was also, however, one of the industry's "openly closeted" actors, which came with its own sense of issues. This is his story.

The Not-So-Secret Gay Life of Actor Roddy McDowell: 25 Years After His Tragic Death From Lung Cancer

Two motorcyclists who died in a crash near a Derbyshire town have been named by police. Derbyshire Police were called to the A6 near Tom Thorn between Buxton and Dove Holes at about 10:18 BST on Sunday to reports of a crash involving two motorbikes and a car. On Monday,...

Police name two motorcyclists killed in crash

A man discovered the young male dog while walking his own dogs at 05:30 BST along the riverbank.

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After buying a 200-year-old hall to renovate, Andrew and Louisa Godfrey made a heavenly discovery.

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Kenyan influencer Elsa Majimbo's now-deleted rant against giving family members cash renews a debate.

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A man confronted over the abuse of a dog came back to take revenge.

Dog abuser attacked gas worker with metal pole

A diamond ring Elvis Presley gifted to a backup singer and a rhinestone necklace belonging to Marilyn Monroe are among at least 400 rare celebrity items being sold at an auction on 31 August. Brigitte Kruse, Founding Member of Kruse GWS Auctions, says the collection of items has some “pretty...

Watch: Elvis's diamond ring among rare celebrity auction items

A farmer has been ordered to pay £3,500 for letting his grandchildren ride on a tractor. Howard Walters, 78, was also given a 12-month community order after he was spotted with a child in the cab as he fed cattle. Walters had already been handed a prohibition notice by...

Farmer fined for letting grandchildren on tractor

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Bodies of three children and man found - police

The family of David Dosa says he loved his grandchildren and would go out of his way to help others.

Tribute to man stabbed to death outside his home

Aminadab Temesgen was caught throwing missiles during the Plymouth riots.

Rioting student 'destroyed' chance of becoming lawyer

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

Colchester boss Danny Cowley condemns alleged racist abuse directed at striker Samson Tovide during their League Two draw at Accrington.

Colchester boss Cowley condemns alleged Tovide abuse

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Root hits record 34th century as England near win

Joe Root further cements his status as England’s greatest batter with a record-breaking 34th Test century in the march towards victory over Sri Lanka at...

Root hits record 34th century as England near win

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