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Briton Okolie to headline 'historic' card in Nigeria
British heavyweight Lawrence Okolie is set to headline a card in Nigeria in December, saying it “will be a historic moment for Africa, my family and my career”. Source link
Eight countries added to methanol poisoning warning list
Japan, Mexico and Peru are among the nations included in the updated Foreign Office guidance. Source link
Pakistan out after rain-hit defeat by South Africa
South Africa return to the top of the table and eliminate Pakistan from the World Cup with a 150-run win on the DLS method in a rain-plagued match in Colombo. Source link
Ukrainian city in total blackout after 'massive' Russian assault
Across the wider region, four people are reported to have been killed and 10 others injured. Source link
Gaza ceasefire deal going better than expected, Vance says
The US vice-president’s visit comes after a flare-up of violence between Israel and Hamas that threatened to derail the 12-day-old truce. Source link
Back to basics, winning back fans & Clough's dog – Dyche's Forest return
Nottingham Forest are not “far away” from reconnecting with their disillusioned fans after a poor start to the season, says new boss Sean Dyche. Source link
Tandy excited to bring Carre in from the cold
Steve Tandy speaks of his excitement at being able to recall Saracens prop Rhys Carre to his first squad as Wales head coach. Source link
Norrie battles past Rublev to progress in Austria
Britain’s Cameron Norrie overcomes seventh seed Andrey Rublev in three sets to reach the second round of the Erste Bank Open. Source link
England aim to avoid late loss pain in Ashes opener
England must avoid a repeat of some agonising late defeats if they are to win the first Rugby League Ashes series for 22 years, says coach Shaun Wane. Source link
Boris Johnson left the Covid Inquiry in a hurry – he'll be pleased not to come back
School closures seemed the only option but lockdowns probably went “too far” , former PM tells Covid Inquiry. Source link