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A train arrives right on time, public spaces feel intuitively designed, and everyday tasks move without friction. Nothing seems extravagant, yet everything works in a way that feels deeply considered. Across the world, some countries have implemented small but impressive ideas that quietly improved daily life. These thoughtful systems rarely…

A plate created by Outback Steakhouse is now wildly popular in South Korea. This is as delightful as it is puzzling

Ticketholders still waiting for refunds after immigration minister denied commentator’s visa weeks before national speaking tour

England slumped to a heavy 4-1 Ashes series defeat with the ECB set to ‘review’ a difficult tour

They landed in Perth expecting to challenge Australia but after a 4-1 defeat and more off-field revelations, the laid-back approach of McCullum’s regime is in the ECB’s sights

Who to watch, what to eat and how to get around Melbourne.

Jacob Bethell’s brilliant 154 in Sydney lifted him to the top of England’s batting averages.

England arrived in Perth in November with big ambitions of a rare Ashes win on Australian soil but were outplayed for most of the five Test matches and leave empty handed

Ben Stokes has backed Brendon McCullum’s continuation as head coach despite England’s 4-1 Ashes thrashing in Australia

England toiled to another Ashes humiliation at the hands of Australia

Anthony Albanese has called a federal inquiry after weeks of pressure – including from his own caucus. Here’s what you need to know