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Cricket World Cup 2023: New Zealand beat Netherlands to continue winning start BBC Sport says New Zealand continued their perfect start to the Men’s Cricket World Cup with a dominant 99-run win over the Netherlands in Hyderabad. After being put in, the Kiwis made 322-7 with opener Will Young, Tom Latham and Rachin Ravindra all making fifties. The Netherlands, who have lost their opening two games, were always behind the rate and lost regular wickets. Colin Ackermann made 69 but they were bowled out for 223 in 46.3 overs, with Mitchell Santner taking 5-59. New Zealand, who thrashed England in…

George Russell responds to Lewis Hamilton’s apology after Qatar Grand Prix crash The Metro says George Russell has accepted Lewis Hamilton’s apology after the veteran driver took the blame for their collision at the start of the Qatar Grand Prix on Sunday. The seven-time champion, starting on soft-compound tyres, tried to go round the outside of both Russell and Max Verstappen – who were on mediums – but tagged his Mercedes team-mate’s left front wheel and both cars spun off the track. Russell was able to continue, going from last at the end of the first lap to finish fourth,…

‘Still asking for a replay!’ – James Maddison trolls Trent Alexander-Arnold over Tottenham vs Liverpool VAR saga The Metro says James Maddison aimed a cheeky dig at England teammate Trent Alexander-Arnold in the wake of the VAR controversy that followed Tottenham’s victory over Liverpool. Spurs sealed a 2-1 win over Jurgen Klopp’s side on 30 September in a game where Luis Diaz saw a first-half effort wrongly ruled out for offside. The PGMOL [Professional Game Match Officials Limited] admitted a ‘significant human error’ had been made in ruling out the goal shortly after full-time. The refereeing body later released audio…

Mason Greenwood speaks out after Manchester United loanee scores first Getafe goal The Metro says Mason Greenwood was delighted to register his first goal for Getafe after he joined the Spanish side on loan from Manchester United this summer. Greenwood left Old Trafford in August following the club’s internal investigation into his actions and headed to La Liga on a season-long loan. The 22-year-old was suspended by United in January 2022 after he was arrested and subsequently charged by Manchester Police with attempted rape, controlling behaviour and assault. All charges against Greenwood were dropped in February but United decided to…

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka withdraws from England squad due to injury The Metro says Arsenal star Bukayo Saka has withdrawn from the England squad due to injury ahead of upcoming games against Australia and Italy. Saka missed Arsenal’s win over Manchester City on Sunday but reported for international duty on Monday despite Mikel Arteta’s concerns over the winger. Gunners boss Arteta insisted that Saka was ‘not available’ and could not play for his country – but Gareth Southgate’s side were keen to assess the 22-year-old themselves with the hope that he could feature against the Italians. After running checks on…

Chelsea legend Eden Hazard announces retirement, aged just 32 The Metro says Former Chelsea and Real Madrid superstar Eden Hazard has announced his retirement from professional football, aged 32. Hazard has been a free agent since his decision in the summer to terminate his £400,000-a-week Real Madrid contract. The diminutive winger joined the Spanish giants four years ago for a fee in excess of £100m and arrived as arguably the most in-form wide forward in world football. His time in Spain, however, was an unmitigated disaster with a series of injuries reducing him to a bit-part role in the success…

World Mental Health Day: 5 ways to beat anxiety and change your life The Independent says Anxiety is something that touches most of us, to a greater or lesser extent. Although it may just be a temporary blip for some people, for many, anxiety is a diagnosed condition that blights their lives. Indeed, Mental Health UK estimates more than one in 10 people in the UK are living with an anxiety disorder – that’s over eight million of us. And World Mental Health Day (October 10) is a chance to address the topic, agrees clinical psychologist Dr Kirren Schnack –…

What Is World Mental Health Day And How Can You Celebrate? Forbes says Large numbers of people are struggling with their mental health and wellness—including physical, cognitive and emotional wellbeing. Fortunately, World Mental Health Day, on October 10, is intended to create awareness about mental health and remove the stigma that can accompany mental health challenges. Whether or not you personally face mental health challenges, you can honor and celebrate the day through your activities, your advocacy and your approaches. https://www.forbes.com/sites/tracybrower/2023/10/08/what-is-world-mental-health-day-and-how-can-you-celebrate/?sh=6f20606f6170

World Mental Health Day: Mental Health is a Universal Human Right WHO says By Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh, WHO Regional Director for South-East Asia This year’s theme of the World Mental Health Day, Mental Health is a Universal Human Right, calls for WHO, Member States and partners to accelerate efforts in mental health in a human-rights based approach. The focus of human rights has historically been on needs such as food, shelter, and healthcare. However, mental health stands as a critical pillar for human well-being. Recognizing that mental health is a universal human right is acknowledging the relationship between mental…

World Mental Health Day: 39% say they have had to take time off work due to stress in the past year Ipsos says While 78% think mental health is as important as physical health, only 34% globally say their country’s healthcare system treats them equally. Sixty-two per cent say in the past year their daily life has been disrupted due to stress and 39% say they have had to take time off work in the last 12 months because of stress. Drawing on three years of trend data, the Ipsos World Mental Health Day survey explores changes in how people…