Durham

A new initiative called Keep It Durham-Owned is working to expand employee ownership of local businesses in Durham, North Carolina. The effort aims to help local companies transition to worker- or employee-owned models, keeping businesses rooted in the community as owners retire or sell. It reflects a broader national interest in employee ownership as a way to preserve local economies and prevent outside buyouts.

Lancashire batter Josh Bohannon scored a century as the county enjoyed a rare good day with the bat against Durham in the County Championship. The innings gave Lancashire a solid platform in a match where their batting has often struggled this season. Cricket followers highlighted the knock as a much-needed boost for the side's campaign.