Chris Lee

CAMBRIDGE – July 4 marked America's 250th anniversary (Semiquincentennial) of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. But July 8 marked the 250th anniversary of its first public reading.

Indian cricket veteran Rohit Sharma has emphatically dismissed retirement speculation following his spectacular 138-run innings at Lord's on Sunday. The 39-year-old opener became the first Indian to score an ODI century at the iconic venue, though India fell short in their chase of 388, losing the series decider to England by 27 runs.

Richard Gleeson was just one delivery away from cricket glory when Abrar Ahmed walked to the crease and produced one of The Hundred's most memorable moments. The MI London pacer had just dismissed Zak Crawley and Benny Howell in consecutive balls, setting up a thrilling hat-trick opportunity against Sunrisers Leeds at The Oval on Tuesday.

West Indies captain Shai Hope won the toss and elected to bowl first in the fifth and final ODI against New Zealand at Kensington Oval, Barbados. The hosts have recalled star batsman Shimron Hetmyer as they desperately seek a consolation victory after losing the series 3-1.

Former England pace bowler Katherine Sciver-Brunt has been appointed assistant coach of Trent Rockets Women for the 2026 edition of The Hundred. The 41-year-old legend will work alongside her wife and current England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt in what promises to be a unique partnership in professional cricket.

Sunrisers Leeds kicked off their Hundred campaign with a commanding seven-wicket victory over MI London at The Oval, but celebrations were dampened by a concerning shoulder injury to England international Kate Cross.

Brendon McCullum will attend The Hundred tournament to scout emerging talent for England's white-ball teams, marking his first public commitment since being removed as Test coach eight days ago. The former New Zealand captain confirmed he'll “be around for the Hundred” to watch the country's “next talent perform under the brightest lights.”

It's a beautiful Monday morning, and for a change, I'm not in my office. I'm outside — on a lake, which is a great place to start your week.

MONONA – Monona Fire and EMS introduced a new full-time firefighter/paramedic at the July 20 City Council meeting, and recognized one of two volunteer firefighters who were promoted to lieutenant.

MONONA – Monona Police are looking for a 39-year-old Middleton man they say got a handgun from his vehicle during a confrontation over money at a local church.