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GuardianSep 27Preview

‘Don’t squander it’: Can Labour hang on to the Burnham bounce?

Conference delegates grateful ousting Starmer has paid off, but relief tempered by fiscal headwinds aheadUK politics live – latest updatesEven Andy Burnham’s closest allies accept that deposing Keir Starmer to install their man as leader was a huge political gamble. But if the mood at the Labour party conference in Liverpool is anything to go by, it is one that – so far – has paid off.The contrast with last year, when Starmer retained his grip on the party and Burnham slunk away from Liverpool early, could not be more stark. Their relief at their turn of fortune is tempered only by the fiscal headwinds ahead. Continue reading...

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GuardianSep 27Preview

South Africa power to ODI series win as Australia’s middle order struggles again

Bavuma and Miller smash centuries in second ODIAustralia batters fall 32 runs short despite strong startTemba Bavuma and David Miller both struck centuries as South Africa defeated Australia by 32 runs in the ⁠second one-day international in Johannesburg, securing victory in the three-match series with a game to spare.Australia sent their hosts in to bat and South ⁠Africa amassed 365 for ⁠nine in their ​50 overs, before bowling the visitors out for 333 in 49.5 overs to win a high-scoring encounter. The Proteas continued their recent dominance over their rivals with a 19th ODI ⁠win in their last 25 meetings. Continue reading...

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GuardianSep 27Preview

Alexander Zverev clinches Laver Cup for Team Europe with victory over Learner Tien

Jakub Mensik and Flavio Cobolli win doubles 7-5, 6-3Andre Agassi goads Alexander Zverev at ceremonyTeam Europe reclaimed their Laver Cup title with a dominant 13-5 victory against Team World on the final day of competition at the O2 Arena.The contest had been finely poised after two days, with Team Europe holding a narrow 7-5 lead at the start of the day. With each match worth three points on Sunday, Europe needed two wins from the four remaining matches to win. They clinched their victory efficiently. Continue reading...

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GuardianSep 27Preview

England demolish Sri Lanka in ODI series decider as Banton bashes maiden ton

Batter hits first international century in one-sided winWill Jacks takes last wicket and named player of seriesA dysfunctional summer ended on a brighter note for England as Tom Banton’s eye-catching maiden international century and some masterful finishing from Jordan Cox propelled them to a one-sided victory against Sri Lanka in this one-day international decider.The neurosis had chiefly centred around the Test team, in fairness, with Harry Brook’s white-ball sides on something of an upward trajectory in 2026. Hence Brendon McCullum was relieved of only half of his duties as head coach in July. Continue reading...

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GuardianSep 27Preview

Readers reply: Which leader from history does the world need now?

The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions on subjects ranging from trivial flights of fancy to profound scientific and philosophical conceptsThis week’s question: Is it possible that 3 is the most common number in UK street addresses?It’s clear that the world as it is – considering the climate crisis, the rise of nationalism, geopolitical tumult, the possibility of AI killing us all by the end of the decade – could do with some more ethically astute and capable leadership. If you could time warp them into the present day, which leader from history could the world do with now – and why? Bernard, MachynllethSend new questions to nq@theguardian.com. Continue reading...

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GuardianSep 27Preview

‘Our house was under water’: Bangkok floods force thousands into shelters as disaster declared

More than 300mm of rain fell in two days in parts of Thailand’s capital, inundating homes, shops and roadsBangkok’s flood disaster – in picturesThousands of Bangkok residents awoke in shelters on Sunday after flooding triggered by days of heavy rain in the Thai capital inundated homes and roads, with some starting to dry out their homes and belongings.Nearly 4,900 people have been evacuated to shelters, with about 52,000 households affected by the floods, which prompted a disaster declaration across the capital, according to the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA). Continue reading...

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