Durham

The Bowes Museum has launched a new art display described as a homage to its French founder. The exhibition at the County Durham museum celebrates the legacy of the institution's French origins, drawing attention to the collection's history. Local media have reported on the opening, highlighting the museum's continued efforts to reinterpret its founding story for visitors.

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.