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Brexit rebellion – Boris Johnson is facing mounting opposition from his own backbenchers over his plans to break international law with legislation that could override parts of the Brexit withdrawal agreement. Dozens of Tory MPs are expected to support an amendment to the internal market bill that would give parliament a veto of any changes to the agreement. MPs will have a chance to air their opposition during a second reading and debate of the bill later today, when it will also be put to a vote before passing to committee stage. Geoffrey Cox, the former attorney general, said last night he could not support the bill, describing the government’s plan as “unconscionable”. Our columnist Nesrine Malik argues that for the Tories, breaking the law is seen as a sign of strength while enemies face zero tolerance for similar transgressions. … [Read more...] about Monday briefing: ‘Abide by rule of six,’ police plead

"Something we always talk about in tournament play and World Cups is that towards the back end, you are likely to get these kind of wickets where spinners (will play a role) and you're not getting 350 that you might get at the start of the tournament," he said. … [Read more...] about England vs Australia: Pat Cummins says second ODI loss is ‘tough one to get your head around’

But there’s been wide speculation Cricket Australia may have to relocate the match during the four-test series against India, with the Adelaide Oval considered a front-runner among the potential replacements because it has accommodation and match facilities easily able to be contained inside a bio-security bubble. The Australian men’s team is in England now playing in a limited-overs cricket series being staged under strict isolation and with no fans. … [Read more...] about Plans for fans to return for iconic Melbourne sports events

The last international match in Australia to have a crowd was the T20 World Cup final at the MCG on March, where more than 86,000 people watched the home side lift the trophy; globally, the last match with crowds was a T20I between Bangladesh and Zimbabwe on March 11. Two days later, the men's ODI between Australia and New Zealand at the SCG was played behind closed doors amid rising cases of Covid-19. That was the last international match to be played until July with the series called off the next day. … [Read more...] about Spectators set for return to Australian cricket – with minimal cheering

The Duke and Duchess bought their first family home in Montecito in Santa Barbara, moving in with their 16-month-old tot in July. While Harry and Meghan are raising their son away from the public eye, the couple often share updates about Archie during their Zoom calls and public appearances. … [Read more...] about Archie has been making unexpected appearances on Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s Zoom calls – details