Five Great Reads: Tasting Words, Oldest Cricketer, Photos
Dive into this week's must-reads: experiencing synaesthesia, the world's oldest test cricketer's story, and a visual history of our century. Discover more fascinating insights.
Dive into this week's must-reads: experiencing synaesthesia, the world's oldest test cricketer's story, and a visual history of our century. Discover more fascinating insights.
Jacob Bethell's unbeaten 142 on day four at the SCG has drawn rave reviews from Sir Alastair Cook and Justin Langer. Read how the young star defied Australia and reshaped England's batting future.
Jacob Bethell finally scored his first first-class century for England on day four at the SCG, ending a long wait and providing hope despite a looming series defeat. Read the full match report.
England's Jacob Bethell scores a stunning first Test century on day four at the SCG, defying Australia and giving the tourists a glimmer of hope. Read the full match report.
Jacob Bethell's maiden first-class century at the SCG offers a bright future for England's Test side. Discover how the 22-year-old's mature knock defied Australia. Read the full analysis.
Australia dominate day three of the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney, closing on 518-7. Steve Smith and Travis Head hit centuries as England's frustrations boil over on the field. Get the full report.
Jacob Carroll's driving test was cancelled before he even started because of raindrops on the passenger seat. He had driven 285 miles to Scarborough for the test. Read his story.
Jacob Carroll's 285-mile trip to take his driving test ended before it began when the examiner refused to sit on a seat with 'a few raindrops'. Discover the full story and the DVSA's response.
A father's 285-mile journey for a driving test was wasted after an examiner refused to sit on a seat with 'a few raindrops'. Read his story and the DVSA's response.
A father's 285-mile journey for a driving test was wasted when an examiner refused to sit on a seat with 'a few raindrops'. Read his story and the DVSA's response.
Travis Head's 163 and Steve Smith's unbeaten 129 put Australia in command at the SCG, leading by 134 runs. England face a battle to avoid a 4-1 series defeat.
Travis Head's 163 and Steve Smith's unbeaten 129 powered Australia to 518-7, a lead of 134, leaving England staring at a 4-1 series defeat. Read the full day three report.
Ben Stokes' fiery clash with Marnus Labuschagne on Day Two of the Sydney Test has sparked debate over a potential code of conduct breach. Follow live updates from the SCG.
Joe Root's brilliant 160 in Sydney has England fighting in the Ashes. The 35-year-old now targets the 2029 tour down under. Read his full statement and career ambitions here.
Joe Root reveals his ambition to play in the 2029 Ashes in Australia aged 39, following his brilliant 160 in Sydney. The England legend also eyes Sachin Tendulkar's all-time Test run record.
Joe Root hits a masterful 160 in Sydney, dismissing talk of 'regret' over team-mates' dismissals. Can England salvage the Ashes series? Follow the action.
Joe Root scored a magnificent 160 for England on day two of the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney, but Travis Head's unbeaten 91 led a strong Australian response. Follow the latest from the SCG.
Rain and bad light cut short England's strong batting day in the final Ashes Test at the SCG, reviving the perennial debate over Sydney's suitability for the New Year's fixture. Discover the stats and arguments.
Usman Khawaja announces international retirement, using his final press conference to detail enduring racial bias and a 'very white' cricket culture in Australia. Read his powerful farewell.
Veteran Australian opener Usman Khawaja confirms he will retire from Test cricket after the Sydney Ashes Test. Read about his remarkable career and legacy.
Sydney Harbour Bridge erupted in a breathtaking pyrotechnic display to welcome 2026. Watch the stunning video showcasing Australia's iconic New Year's Eve celebrations.
The village of Miskin in Glamorgan is being swamped by learner drivers from across the UK, drawn by its test route reputation. Locals describe 'hell' as roads become congested. Read the full story.
Australian cricket legend Michael Clarke has called for former teammate Usman Khawaja to retire from Test cricket after the Sydney Ashes Test. Read the full story on the veteran batter's future.
Australian cricket legend Michael Clarke suggests the Sydney Test should be Usman Khawaja's farewell. Read the full story on the veteran batter's future and his recent form slump.
Gus Atkinson joins Mark Wood and Jofra Archer on the sidelines, leaving England's bowling attack depleted for the final Ashes Test in Sydney. Discover the team's options.
England's Gus Atkinson is out of the final Ashes Test with a hamstring injury, joining Mark Wood and Jofra Archer on the sidelines. Discover the impact on England's bowling attack.
UK learner drivers face a 22-week average wait for tests, with a backlog of 638,000. Many are travelling hundreds of miles to secure a slot. Read the DVSA's plan to fix the crisis.
Alex Carey's century on his home ground countered Jofra Archer's brilliant bowling, leaving the third Ashes Test finely poised. Follow live updates from day two in Adelaide.
Alex Carey's defiant 106 helped Australia reach 326-8 on day one of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide, despite Jofra Archer's 3-29. Read the full match report.
Alex Carey's gritty century and Jofra Archer's superb bowling defined a gripping first day of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide. Australia finish on 326/8 after a day of high drama. Read the full match report.