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Boland reveals truth behind Australia's Ashes tactic
Australian fast bowler Scott Boland opens up on the challenging but successful ploy of using wicketkeeper Alex Carey up to the stumps, a key factor in blunting England's aggressive batting during the Ashes series. Read the full story.
Afcon 2025: Nigeria and Senegal Secure Opening Wins
Nigeria began their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a narrow 2-1 win over Tanzania, while reigning champions Senegal cruised to a 3-0 victory over Botswana. Get all the match details and analysis.
Banking Giants Vie for £2.5bn Evelyn Partners
Barclays and NatWest are in a £2.5bn takeover battle for Evelyn Partners, a wealth manager with £64.6bn in assets. Discover the high-stakes auction details.
NBA Europe to host London sponsor summit in January
The NBA will pitch its vision for a new European league to potential partners at a high-profile London event on 19 January. Find out about the plans for the 16-team competition.
Green leaves court after clash with Kerr in Warriors win
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green left the court following a fiery exchange with coach Steve Kerr during a timeout. The pair, who have won four NBA titles together, downplayed the incident after the game.
NBA and Fiba Pursue New €1bn European League
The NBA and Fiba are advancing plans for a new European men's basketball league, with permanent franchises valued over $1bn. Get the latest on the format and timeline.
Ellison's $40bn Guarantee in Paramount's WBD Takeover Fight
Tech titan Larry Ellison personally backs Paramount's $108.4bn bid for Warner Bros Discovery with a $40.4bn guarantee, challenging a rival Netflix deal. Read the latest on the epic media battle.
Janus Henderson Agrees £7.4bn Trian Takeover
Asset manager Janus Henderson agrees to a £7.4bn acquisition by Nelson Peltz's Trian Fund Management. Discover the deal's impact on the UK financial sector.
NBA Europe League Plans Advance for 2027 Launch
The NBA and FIBA are advancing plans for a new European basketball league, with talks set for London and Manchester franchises. Could a 2027 launch reshape the sport's future?
London park cafés taken over in controversial move
Four beloved London park cafés are being handed to Daisy Green, sparking local outrage. Operators have until end of January to leave. Read the full story.
Robey Warshaw Cuts Partner Pay 50% Before Evercore Deal
Boutique bank Robey Warshaw halves its star partners' pay pool to £25m ahead of its acquisition by US giant Evercore. Discover the strategic move reshaping London's M&A advisory landscape.
New York Knicks win NBA Cup, defeating San Antonio Spurs
The New York Knicks are crowned NBA Cup champions after a hard-fought victory over the San Antonio Spurs. We analyse the key takeaways from Vegas, including Victor Wembanyama's stunning return.
WBD urges shareholders to reject $108.4bn Paramount bid
Warner Bros Discovery's board brands Paramount's all-cash takeover offer 'inadequate', backing its $82.7bn Netflix deal. The battle involves Trump, Kushner, and Saudi funds.
Warner Bros to Reject Paramount's $108bn Hostile Takeover
Warner Bros Discovery's board is poised to reject a $108bn hostile bid from Paramount, clearing the path for Netflix's $82.7bn acquisition. Key details on the battle for Hollywood assets.
Warner Bros Snubs Paramount Takeover for Netflix
Warner Bros Discovery's board urges shareholders to reject a hostile $108bn bid from Paramount, favouring a Netflix merger. Key backer withdraws, casting doubt on Paramount's financing.
Knicks Win NBA Cup, First Trophy Since 1973
The New York Knicks rallied to beat the San Antonio Spurs 124-113 in Las Vegas, securing the NBA Cup. OG Anunoby scored 28 points, while Jalen Brunson was named MVP. Read the full match report.
Warner Bros set to reject hostile Paramount takeover
Warner Bros Discovery is poised to rebuff a $108bn hostile bid from Paramount after a key backer, Jared Kushner's Affinity, pulled out. The board favours a $72bn Netflix deal. Read the latest on the streaming wars.
Kushner's Affinity Partners exits Warner Bros Discovery bid
Jared Kushner's private equity firm, Affinity Partners, withdraws from backing a hostile $108.4bn bid for Warner Bros Discovery. Discover the details and political implications.
Cooper Flagg breaks LeBron James' teenage NBA points record
Rookie sensation Cooper Flagg scores 42 points to set a new NBA record for an 18-year-old, surpassing LeBron James. Read the full story of his historic night in a Dallas Mavericks loss.
Nandy Considers Telegraph Takeover Investigation
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy must decide on a probe into the Daily Mail owner's £500m Telegraph takeover. The deal, now formally requested, raises questions about media plurality and foreign influence. Read the latest developments.
Bridgepoint Weighs £550m Bid for AMS
Private equity giant Bridgepoint is exploring a takeover bid for London-listed Advanced Medical Solutions Group, valuing the surgical products maker at around £550m. Read the latest.
LeBron James' historic scoring streak ends after 1,297 games
LeBron James' record 18-year streak of scoring 10+ points per game is over, but his game-winning assist secured a Lakers victory. Discover the details of this historic NBA moment.
Bucks' Giannis Out 2-4 Weeks with Calf Strain
Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to miss up to a month with a right calf strain. The injury comes amid reports he is weighing his long-term future with the franchise.
Chris Paul Sent Home Amid LA Clippers Chaos
Veteran point guard Chris Paul has been sent home by the LA Clippers following a heated exchange, plunging the NBA franchise into turmoil. Discover the full story.
Joint Bid Emerges in £30m Sheffield Wednesday Fight
Exclusive: A joint bid could secure the future of crisis-hit Sheffield Wednesday as six suitors circle. Plus, SailGP's UAE expansion and West Ham's World Cup snub.
Blackstone cools on Big Yellow takeover bid
Blackstone is considering withdrawing its interest in a multibillion-pound takeover of self-storage giant Big Yellow Group ahead of a key December 8 deadline. Read the latest on this major property deal.
Government weighs TfL takeover of key London commuter rail route
Pressure mounts on ministers to approve TfL's bid for Great Northern services from Moorgate to Hertfordshire, promising improved frequency and station upgrades. Read the latest.
Cooper Flagg youngest NBA player to score 35 points
Rookie sensation Cooper Flagg makes NBA history as youngest player ever to score 35 points, breaking LeBron James' record while leading Dallas Mavericks to victory.
NBA Cup Quarter-Finals: Knicks Beat Bucks, Heat v Magic
New York Knicks eliminate defending champions Milwaukee Bucks to secure NBA Cup quarter-final spot. Miami Heat to face Orlando Magic in Eastern Conference showdown.
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