Bill Gates scandalized much of the climate advocacy world late last month when he called for a “strategic pivot” in climate action. The Microsoft cofounder and billionaire philanthropist argued for shifting attention away from global temperature targets and toward the work of preparing for the consequences of global warming. Or,...
The Spin | Stokes’ England have reminded us all that cricket is meant to be fun
Bazball has been infuriating at times but never forget how bad England were before the Brendon McCullum era Nobody talks about the last ball of the Ashes. It’s the first that’s famous. That wide that flies to slip, that cover drive for four, that wicket, bowled him! Last balls? I...
Jake Paul’s Joshua fight is all about fame and bluster, money and eyeballs | Jonathan Liew
When a prankster meets a puncher it’s not about sport but an elaborate viral hoax that keeps us wanting more “If it’s all straight up and proper, you would worry that he takes this kid’s head off,” reckons Barry McGuigan. “Could get his jaw broke, his head smashed in, side...
Daly backed by Borthwick for long haul after England recall to face Argentina
Coach backs Saracens man for World Cup and beyond Slade and Opoku-Fordjour also named in starting XV Elliot Daly looks likely to remain a pivotal member of England’s squad through to the 2027 World Cup after being recalled to start the final autumn series game, against Argentina on Sunday. Daly...
Mary Fowler claims racist treatment at French club Montpellier after receiving bananas as leaving present
Forward makes claim about dressing room incident at Montpellier ‘It was hard to see it as merely a simple error,’ says Matildas star Matildas star Mary Fowler has claimed she experienced racism while at Montpellier in 2022, when she was given bananas while others in the squad received flowers at...
‘Purge it of all its filth’: inside the betting scandal gripping Turkish football
FA crackdown has led to the suspension of 149 match officials and more than 1,000 players in push to restore public faith in the game Everything in Turkish football, it seemed, was going too well. Galatasaray have been flying in the Champions League, powered by Victor Osimhen. Arda Güler is...
‘Can’t stop watching the replays’: Scotland fans on World Cup qualification
Five who were at Hampden Park or watching from afar share their reactions to the end of a 28-year wait Scotland have qualified for the men’s football World Cup for the first time in 28 years after beating Denmark 4-2 at Hampden Park. Five Scotland fans who were at the...
Wimbledon’s expansion plans heading for court of appeal after judge’s ruling
Plans for 39 grass courts were given approval in 2024 Pressure has led to judicial review of that decision Wimbledon’s battle to build 39 new grass courts on a nearby golf course has taken a fresh twist after local residents were granted permission to take a judicial review case to...
Lewis Hamilton defends work ethic after Ferrari chief’s ‘talk less’ rebuke
Team president Elkann had revealed his frustrations ‘I think about it when I’m sleeping,’ says British driver Lewis Hamilton has insisted he does not believe he can work any harder to help improve Ferrari’s performance he said in reaction to a rebuke from the Ferrari president John Elkann, who had...
Steve Smith fires up over sandpaper sledge as Australia confirm team for Ashes opener
Captain hits out at comments made by Monty Panesar Weatherald gets nod to open in series opener in Perth Australia captain Steve Smith has confirmed his team for Friday’s opening Ashes Test – but the announcement was overshadowed by an extraordinary verbal attack on Monty Panesar after the former England...