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England Rugby’s 36-player summer tour squad examined: Bristol Bears star makes injury return

Steve Borthwick has named a 36-player squad for the upcoming Tour to Argentina and the USA, which includes a two-Test series against Los Pumas, followed by a Test match against the Eagles in Washington, D.C. With 13 England players away with the British …

Ireland star admits he is relishing his one likely shot at pinnacle of rugby with the Lions in Australia

Where are they now? The Springboks team 30 years after their 1995 Rugby World Cup triumph

This Tuesday – June 24 – is the 30th anniversary of that seminal occasion when the Springboks clinched their first Rugby World Cup triumph, a joyous breakthrough that culminated in Nelson Mandela handing the Webb Ellis Cup to Francois Pienaar. A country …

“30 years on ” – Five 1995 Rugby World Cup Springboks Who Are No Longer With Us

South Africa’s Rugby World Cup victory in 1995 remains one of the most powerful symbols of unity and resilience in the nation’s sporting history. Join RUCK’s Instagram broadcast channel and get the latest rugby news straight to your phone. The team not …

Rugby-Row brews over availability of Wallabies for Lions tour matches

SYDNEY, - British & Irish Lions management have made it clear they expect Wallabies to be made available for the four matches the tourists will play against Super Rugby sides as they build up to the test series. HT Image Lions chief executive Ben …

RUGBY UNION - Worcester Warriors appoint new head of rugby conditioning

WORCESTER Warriors have appointed Sam Handy as the club’s new head of rugby conditioning. Handy joins the Warriors from Northampton Saints where he worked in the strength and conditioning team. He has also worked for Scarlets and Jersey Reds, helping both …

Zambezi Cheetahs secure bronze in thrilling Rugby Africa Men's Sevens

Zambezi Cheetahs THE Zimbabwe National Men’s Sevens team, the Zimbabwe 7's Cheetahs, clinched a dramatic bronze medal at the Rugby Africa Men’s Sevens 2025, which concluded in Port Louis, Mauritius, yesterday. In a nail-biting bronze medal match, the …

Rugby’s biggest wind-up merchant Nic White ready to bash and bruise the Lions

It was no less a figure than former England head coach Eddie Jones who labelled Nic White as “the biggest niggler of all time” during the 2022 series against the Wallabies. Irony, at this point, keeled over in shock.Nevertheless, the 35-year-old Australian …

The Australian-raised NZ under-20 rugby player who is beating the odds

Arriving in Christchurch from Melbourne to study and chase his rugby dreams in 2024, Xavier Treacy was virtually unknown in New Zealand’s rugby world. Fast forward 15 months and he’s represented his Kiwi parents’ country at the U20 level, something even he …

'I never thought with a disability I'd play full contact rugby'

Mark SimpsonBBC News NI community correspondent ShareSave Adam Frew plays hooker for the Malone Tornadoes Being the smallest player on his team does not bother Adam Frew as he prepares for the mixed-ability rugby world cup in Spain. The 28-year-old, who is …

Sarawak women make history on podium of KRS-MSNS rugby tourney

The Sarawak contingent celebrates their progress at the tournament. KUCHING (June 24): The Sarawak women’s team reached another historic milestone when they clinched third place in the inaugural Women’s 15-a-side competition of the KRS-MSNS League at …

PNG’s rugby league dream takes shape with new NRL board

The PNG Team Board Members with Prime Minister James Marape and NRL Officials (NBC News: Suli Suli) Prime Minister James Marape has officially announced the inaugural board of the Papua New Guinea National Rugby League [NRL] franchise, lifting the country’ …

Today's rugby news as Jenkins makes Wales job admission and Welsh talent jets out hoping to 'make mark'

Here are your rugby headlines for Tuesday, June 24. Jenkins: I had to think twice about returning Wales interim defence coach Gethin Jenkins says he had to think twice about returning to the national team's coaching setup for this summer's tour of …

“40% of India’s districts play rugby…” claims Rahul Bose

New Delhi [India] June 24 (ANI): Indian Rugby Football Union President Rahul Bose claimed that in India, out of 760 districts, Rugby is played in 322, which is approximately 40% of the country's districts. Under Bose Rugby India organised the inaugural …

Rugby World Cup 1995 I The Rainbow Nation's time to shine and not even Jonah Lomu could stop it

When Sean Fitzpatrick woke up on the morning of the 1995 World Cup final, he parted the curtains of his hotel room in Sandton, Johannesburg, and his heart sank. Outside was a small army of South African fans, brandishing placards along the lines of “This …

Gallery: Champagne, cheers and a cracking win at Nambour Rugby Union Club’s Ladies & Old Boys Day

Photos Courtesy Rachel Wright Images The Nambour Toads’ annual Ladies & Old Boys Day on June 14 was one for the books, with a packed verandah, thrilling rugby and a wall-to-wall celebration of club spirit, mateship and community. The event, held in …

Rugby: New look Māori All Blacks prepare for challenges home and away

Kurt Eklund will captain the Māori All Blacks. Photo: Photosport The Māori All Blacks have a new captain and 11 uncapped players for two matches against the Japan XV in Tokyo and Scotland in Whangārei. Hooker Kurt Eklund (Ngāti Kahu) in his first time as …

Will the Lions tour save Australian rugby?

Imagine Irish rugby had to compete with a professional GAA and a thriving League of Ireland for talent. Would the country still be so successful? That is the picture facing Australia at the moment and then some, given the popularity of Rugby League, AFL, …

Army veteran, 100, who served in Second World War treated to birthday rugby honour

Army Rugby League says it was honoured to have as its special guest former warrant officer conductor Ken Knowles, of the Royal Army Ordnance Corps. Ken joined the team for the third round of the Inter-Corps Lawson Cup competition at Crosfields Rugby League …

ETI Tech Invited to Northrop Grumman’s Q2 2025 F-35 Supplier Summit

ETI Tech: Precision Machining, Welding, & Assembly at the Q2 2025 F-35 Support Equipment Supplier Summit hosted by Northrop Grumman. DAYTON, OH, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ETI Tech Invited to Northrop Grumman’s Q2 2025 F-35 …

COA Files Amicus Brief Supporting 340B Rebate Model Appeal, Warning of PBM Takeover and Urging Congressional Action

Amicus Filing Reinforces Need for Transparency and Accountability in Broken 340B System Dominated by PBMs and Mega Hospitals WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Community Oncology Alliance (COA) today filed its …

Senators Seek to Halt Sales of Kangaroo Parts in the U.S. as Umbro Pledges to Stop Sourcing Skins for Its Soccer Shoes

U.S. Senators join Umbro in saying “no” to the trade in kangaroo parts, aligning with other athletic shoe retailers on their sourcing practices WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Center for a Humane Economy …

Secretary Kennedy defends MAHA budget cuts before Congress

Secretary Kennedy defended the Trump Administration's proposed budget cuts to the HHS before the House Energy and Commerce subcommittee on Health. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This morning, Secretary …

CCHF Says RFK Jr.’s Diagnosis Won’t Be Cured by Government

Health Care in America Needs a Prescription Government Cannot Buy ST. PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Appearing yesterday before the House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee, U.S. Department of Health and Human …

Frisco Dentist Warns Parents About Dangerous TikTok Dental Trends in New Awareness Campaign

Charcoal toothpaste, rubber band braces, and DIY veneers are going viral — but could cause permanent damage. FRISCO, TX, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Across the country, viral dental trends are racking up millions of views — but …

Jack Brewer Foundation Applauds GOP Resolution Addressing Fatherhood Crisis in America

Jack Brewer Foundation Applauds GOP Resolution Addressing Fatherhood Crisis in America WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Jack Brewer Foundation strongly supports the recent resolution introduced by Republican …

Coalition of Music Organizations Formed to Provide Funding and Mutual Aid

Devastating Loss of Federal Funding Spurs Music Orgs to Band Together NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The abrupt termination of thousands of US federal grants in support of music and education, including funding …

ADVOCATES URGE SEN. OSSOFF AND SEN. WARNOCK TO REJECT SAFETY NET CUTS TARGETING IMMIGRANT FAMILIES

Georgia nonprofits urge Senators Ossoff and Warnock to reject budget bill cuts targeting immigrant families' access to health care and social services. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ten Georgia nonprofits …

Pineapple Express Cannabis Company Announces Application for OTCID

Strategic Move Positions Company for Enhanced Market Credibility and Investor Access Under New OTC Markets Structure Pineapple Express Cannabis Company (OTCMKTS:PNXP) ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pineapple …

'This Heat Can Kill’: Rony Jabour Urges Protection for Construction Crews Nationwide

Rony Jabour warns construction workers face deadly risk amid U.S. heatwave; urges hydration, breaks, sunscreen, and employer responsibility. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With record-breaking temperatures sweeping across …

Scalise: OBBB Failure Is Not An Option

Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) appeared on Fox Business Network’s Varney and Co. to discuss the need to get the One Big Beautiful Bill to President Trump’s desk by July 4th. Leader Scalise emphasized how this bill would unleash an …

Office of the Governor – News Release – Governor Green Amends Intent-to-Veto List

STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI   JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA   GOVERNOR GREEN AMENDS INTENT-TO-VETO LIST    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 24, 2025 HONOLULU – Governor Josh Green, M.D., today added SB 935, Relating to Government, to the …

Residents in Over 2,800 US Cities Pledge to Save 559 Million Gallons in Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation

Mayors from 23 States Lead Month-Long Effort to Promote Water Stewardship, Pollution Reduction, and Ocean Protection ORANGE COUNTY, CA, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Residents from more than 2,800 cities across the United …

Naples Leads Florida into the Future of Building Plan Reviews with Blitz AI Technology

Blitz will streamline how residential and commercial plans are reviewed for code compliance—using AI trained on Florida building codes and local regulations. NAPLES, FL, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a move that …

Best Precious Metals IRA Companies in 2025: Top 3 Providers Announced

IRAEmpire.com has published its updated list of the best precious metals IRA companies of 2025 for consumers. Augusta Precious Metals has topped the list again. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IRAEmpire.com has …

Hearing Wrap Up: Congress Must Codify DOGE Cuts

  WASHINGTON—Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency held a hearing today titled “Locking in the DOGE Cuts: Ending Waste, Fraud, and Abuse for Good.” During the hearing, members highlighted the billions of taxpayer dollars saved through the …

WATCH: Sessions Opens Hearing on the Route Forward for the U.S. Postal Service

Press Release Greene Opens Hearing on Codifying DOGE Reforms June 24, 2025

Chairman Comer Condemns Horrific Minnesota Attacks

WASHINGTON—House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) today delivered remarks in support of House Resolution 519, which condemns the attacks on Minnesota lawmakers in Brooklyn Park and Champlin, Minnesota. The …

Mace Opens Hearing on Quantum Computing and Advancing U.S. Cybersecurity

WASHINGTON—Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation Chairwoman Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) today delivered opening remarks on “Preparing for the Quantum Age: When Cryptography Breaks.” In her opening statement, Chairwoman …