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Tottenham Hotspur secured a comfortable victory against Slavia Prague, with Son Heung-min returning to the club he once captained. The match lacked competitiveness, highlighting the disparity between the teams, as Spurs faced minimal resistance from their opponents.

An interim report by Baroness Amos has revealed that maternity care in England is significantly worse than anticipated, highlighting issues such as poor care and dirty wards that affect mothers and newborns. The findings indicate a troubling state of healthcare that raises concerns about the safety and well-being of patients in maternity services.

England's cricket team has suffered a significant setback with the announcement that fast bowler Mark Wood will miss the remainder of the Ashes series due to a recurring knee injury. Wood's absence follows a brief return where he played in the first Test, contributing to England's struggles against Australia, who currently lead the series 2-0.

MPs have been advised to rename 'home-to-school transport' to 'assisted travel to school' to better manage parental expectations, as costs in England have surged to £2.3 billion annually. Local authorities argue that eligible pupils do not necessarily require a door-to-door taxi service for school transport.

Daniel San Diego, a fugitive who had been on the run for 21 years, was located in a remote area of the Conwy Valley in Wales in 2024. His capture has raised significant legal questions regarding his ability to receive a fair trial in the United States.

A new strain of mpox has been identified in England, characterized as a mix of two major types of the virus. This strain was discovered in an individual who recently returned from Asia, raising concerns about its potential spread.

England's cricket team is currently facing significant challenges in the Ashes series against Australia, trailing 2-0 after a disappointing performance that has drawn criticism towards head coach Brendon McCullum's approach, particularly his remark about the team being 'overprepared'.

Storm Bram is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain to the UK, particularly affecting Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, and western England, with warnings issued by Met Éireann. The storm is anticipated to cause flooding and travel disruptions starting Monday and continuing into Tuesday.