Playing out from the back works for top teams but sides at the bottom are giving away too many chances By Opta Analyst Long-ball football has, for better or worse, been on the decline for years. Football was once a kick-and-run game, shaped by long balls and the thinking that...
Hail the Prince: Shubman Gill’s India captaincy a prophecy fulfilled but Test doubts remain
After a run of greats at the helm, the tourists’ early promotion of their new leader is an intriguing choice to steady a listing ship Shubman Gill was a pretty laid-back character when he played for Glamorgan three summers ago. So laid back, in fact, that early on during his...
Teenagers who report addictive use of screens at greater risk of suicidal behaviour, study shows
Experts find link between compulsive use of social media, phones and video games and mental health problems Teenagers who show signs of being addicted to social media, mobile phones or video games are at greater risk of suicidal behaviour and emotional problems, according to research. A study, which tracked more...
Climate crisis could hit yields of key crops even if farmers adapt, study finds
Production of staple crops projected to fall by as much as 120 calories per person per day for every 1C of heating Some of our critical staple crops could suffer “substantial” production losses due to climate breakdown, a study has found, even if farmers adapt to worsening weather. Maize, soy,...
Flavour of gin and tonic could be impacted by climate change, study finds
Volatile weather patterns may be altering taste of juniper berries – a key botanical in the spirit – scientists say The flavour of a gin and tonic may be impacted by climate change, scientists have found. Volatile weather patterns, made more likely by climate breakdown, could change the taste of...