Thomas Skinner is set to remain in the cast of Strictly Come Dancing, despite his abrupt exit from the show’s press launch event. The...

Labour MP Sharon Hodgson's office in Concord, Washington, has been damaged in a suspected arson attack, with flames visible at Vermont House overnight. Emergency services responded to the scene and have arrested one individual. Graffiti reading "328 days - blood on your hands" was found on the building, believed to be related to a global conflict. Local residents, including John Foster from Eagle Archery, expressed shock at the incident, finding the area blocked off by police tape this morning. Despite the damage, representatives for Ms. Hodgson stated that she remains committed to serving her constituents and will not be deterred. Northumbria Police announced the arrest of a man in his 20s in connection with the fire at...

Brendon McCullum has officially announced that Shoaib Bashir will lead England's spin attack at the beginning of the Ashes series and hinted at a possible change in the vice-captaincy position. Despite facing criticism since his debut in Test cricket last year, the 21-year-old Bashir has retained the trust of McCullum and the England selectors. Having claimed 68 Test wickets at an average of 39 runs over 19 matches, Bashir missed England's recent encounters with India due to a fractured finger. However, he is set to join England's squad for the upcoming Ashes series, with the decision on his backup, potentially Liam Dawson or Reham Ahmed, yet to be finalized. McCullum, speaking to Test Match Special, emphasized the...