Imran Sherwani, Great Britain Olympic hockey hero, dies aged 63

In September, 386,849 patients in England faced delays exceeding six weeks for critical diagnostic tests, including those for cancer and heart conditions, raising alarms among healthcare professionals about potential harm to patients. This situation highlights significant inefficiencies within the NHS, as reported by the Royal College of Radiologists.

Joe Root expressed his skepticism about the necessity of day-night Tests in the Ashes series, stating he personally does not believe it is needed despite its popularity in Australia. As England prepares for the second Test at the Gabba, Root acknowledges the importance of performing well under lights, especially against key players like Mitchell Starc.

England Women achieved a resounding 8-0 victory over China at Wembley, highlighted by Georgia Stanway's hat-trick and a double from Beth Mead, alongside goals from Lauren Hemp, Ella Toone, and Alessia Russo. This match marked a significant improvement in England's scoring ability, reminiscent of their previous heavy win against Jamaica before the Euros.

Imran Sherwani, the celebrated Olympic hockey gold medallist, has passed away at the age of 63 after a battle with young-onset Alzheimer's disease, which he was diagnosed with in 2019. His family confirmed the news, highlighting his legacy as a dedicated family man and athlete.

Dozens of flood alerts have been issued across England and Wales due to warnings of heavy rainfall, raising concerns about potential flooding and disruptions in these regions. The alerts indicate that adverse weather conditions could impact daily life and travel.

England's cricket captain Ben Stokes has acknowledged his mistakes following a heavy defeat to Australia in the first Test of the Ashes series, where England lost by eight wickets in just 48 hours. Stokes expressed a desire to improve and reset his team's approach ahead of the upcoming day-night Test at the Gabba.

A yellow weather warning for heavy rain has been issued across large swathes of England, with the alert extending through the weekend and into early next week. This warning indicates potential disruptions due to adverse weather conditions, which may include flooding and hazardous travel.