Jamie Mitchell's dream was a baggy green cap, but a cricket tour from hell has left him searching for answers

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Top Stories Jamie Mitchell's dream was a baggy green cap, but a cricket tour from hell has left him searching for answers Jamie Mitchell was a cricketing star on the rise in the 1980s. But since returning home from a tour of India and Sri Lanka, broken in body and mind by his experiences, Mitchell has been searching for answers on what happened. Worse than predictions: Australia's big cognitive leap as Omicron surge takes us to new ground It's tempting to see the testing crisis as evidence of Australia falling at the first hurdle, but in reality the hurdles are gone, the track has changed, writes Leigh Tonkin.  'It was more of an academic exercise': The really old, racist and non-medical origins of the BMI At one time or another, most people have calculated their Body Mass Index or had it done for them. But despite its widespread use, it can't actually tell you much about your health.  The fight that will define the world in 2022 As we look ahead to the coming year, there are many flashpoints set to disrupt the world order. But arguably the biggest threat is what has been called the death of democracy, writes Stan Grant.  The underground sperm smuggling ring that helps Palestinian women have their imprisoned husbands' babies Farhana and Hossam were young, in love and ready to start a family — until he was sentenced to 18 years in prison. With the prospect of a long separation, they joined a growing number of Palestinian families putting their lives on the line to bring new life into the world. Queensland mask rules toughened as authorities race to stamp out COVID outbreaks in vulnerable settings Masks are now mandatory in almost every public setting in Queensland, in an attempt to slow the rapid spread of COVID-19 — which has already taken hold in several vulnerable locations. Not sure what to read after Harry Potter? Here's seven book recommendations for children and adults to enjoy The Harry Potter series remains much loved by children and adults alike, and inspired millions to take up reading. So what books should you pick up when you finish Deathly Hallows? How meditation led a former US Army helicopter gunner to become a Buddhist monk After years of unemployment, violence and addiction, the practice of sitting meditation helped this Vietnam War veteran find peace and an unlikely pathway. Five rounds after everyone else, Perth's WNBL season is finally starting Two-time WNBA winner Sami Whitcomb has returned to the WNBL and believes Perth Lynx can live up to its championship hype. Reduced isolation for NSW healthcare a 'catch-up' measure to stop system 'collapsing' As the number of infections in NSW surge, tired and overworked healthcare workers say they were left with no choice but to support reducing the COVID isolation rules that will see close contact asymptomatic staff back at work.   Download the ABC News app Available on Android and Apple devices The ABC NEWS app makes it easier for you to stay up to date with the latest news and information from Australia's most trusted news source.   Follow Us     The ABC sent this message to bryanrini294.nashjensk@blogger.com these details are included to help provide assurance that this is a genuine email from ABC. Any personal details and data acquired by the ABC from your participation in any ABC Online Services will be used only in accordance with the ABC's Privacy Policy. This service may include material from Agence France-Presse (AFP), APTN, Reuters, AAP, CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced.     © 2022 Australian Broadcasting Corporation ABC, ABN 52 429 278 345. 700 Harris St Ultimo, NSW, 2007, Australia.   Unsubscribe from this eNewsletter | Discover other email newsletters | Privacy