Australia's east coast has been pounded by rain, wind and surf for a week, with Brisbane recording its highest daily rainfall in half a century.

In a dramatic final at the Dubai International Stadium, Rohit Sharma led from the front with a belligerent 76 as India overhauled a tricky target of 252 with six balls to spare.

More than 20 weddings and events have been cancelled after the closure of a historic Essex venue. The Old Essex Barn, near ...