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Christine Belisle says playing for Scotland has been her proudest honour after she retired from international rugby. The Canadian-born prop, 32, made her Scotland debut in 2019 – originally as a lock and back-rower – and was capped 42 times by her adopted country, scoring one try. Belilse was part …

US Senator Mark Kelly has sued Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, arguing that the Pentagon illegally tried to demote him in retaliation for criticising the Trump administration. Kelly, a former Navy captain, attracted the ire of Hegseth and President Donald Trump after he filmed a video that told military personnel they …

While her senior players were away before Christmas at the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) in Australia, Edwards was in the UK. She worked with others from her recent squads but also those next in line and the Under-19s. In place of fixtures, England have arranged three training camps over …

PA Media The prosecution told the court PC Liam Newman’s use of a Taser was “unreasonable and unlawful” The jury in the trial of a Metropolitan Police officer who Tasered a suspected burglar who fell from a wall, suffering injuries that made him tetraplegic, has retired to consider its verdict. …

The former chief constable of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary is to face a gross misconduct hearing following an investigation into two alleged workplace relationships. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) said Scott Chilton, who retired from the force last year while under investigation, had a case to …

The former Conservative minister Lord Michael Forsyth of Drumlean has been announced as the new Speaker of the House of Lords. Responsibilities of the top job include chairing debates between peers, performing ceremonial roles at events such as the State Opening of Parliament, and having the final say in summoning …

“He’s a serious f****r”, was the unvarnished view of one Reform figure about the party’s latest high-profile recruit. Most definitely meant as a compliment, the theory here is that Nadhim Zahawi will bring competence and credibility and strengthen the appeal of the fledgling political outfit with donors. He certainly offers …

BBC/Studio Lambert/Cody Burridge/Matt Burlem Amanda Collier said her time at the Traitors castle was “intense, fun and nerve-wracking” Spoiler warning: This article contains details of the new series of The Traitors. A former detective who appeared on The Traitors was told she had a serious heart condition during medical checks …

Former defender Chris Gunter has been appointed Wales Under-19s head coach for the rest of the season. The 36-year-old will lead the team at this summer’s European Under-19 Championship, which will be hosted in north Wales. Gunter returns to a role he has previously held, succeeding Craig Knight who has …

England Under-20s wing Sophie Hopkins, who is combining a year abroad during her biochemistry degree with a season at French top-flight side Lyon, is among 11 uncapped players included in a 47-strong Red Roses training squad. Four Trailfinders Women forwards – Jasmine Adonri, Haidee Head, Hayley Jones and Annabel Meta …

Three people died from multiple injuries in a two-car crash near the Shropshire-Powys border, an inquest has heard. David Richardson, his wife Pamela Richardson, and John Pryce Jones were killed on the A489 between Churchstoke and Lydham in Snead, Powys, on 11 December. A fourth person was seriously injured. The …

An inquest has opened into the deaths of two people who died after being swept away by the sea in Withernsea. Mark Ratcliffe, 67, entered the water in an attempt to try to save Sarah Keeling, 45, and her daughter Grace Keeling, 15, on 2 January. Ratcliffe, who was pulled …

Yoganathan was a ball boy at Anfield in 2018 when Divock Origi scored an injury-time winner against Everton in the Premier League, and “loved watching” Philippe Coutinho when he was in the club’s academy. As for Phillips, who retired from cycle speedway at 16 after winning British titles, there is …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Sophie Turner is willing to go above and beyond to prepare for a role.  During an appearance on SiriusXM’s “The Julia Cunningham Show,” Turner — who is promoting her upcoming thriller series, “Steal” — opened up about the intense training she endured …

Ian Youngs,Culture reporter, Jemma Crewand Noor Nanji BBC/Studio Lambert/Euan Cherry Tensions have been ratcheting up in the castle. Contestant Fiona is pictured centre There have been many tense moments in The Traitors’ castle over the years, but the drama in the last two episodes has to go down as some …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Matt Damon revealed how he slimmed down to his “high school” weight to play legendary Greek hero Odysseus in his highly-anticipated movie “The Odyssey.”  The 55-year-old actor reunited with director Christopher Nolan, with whom he previously collaborated on the hit movies “Interstellar” …

BBC Margaret (left) and Paula Martin (right) were children when they were abused by former priest Con Cunningham Two sisters who were abused by a former priest have called on the Catholic Church to ensure every diocese in Ireland is proactive in providing opportunities for direct engagement between abuse survivors …

Crowds lined the streets of Saint-Tropez for the funeral of French film legend Brigitte Bardot on Wednesday. Some of those gathered were seen applauding as her coffin was driven through the French Riviera town after a service in a local church. Among the guests at the service were far-right politician …

Former Italy fly-half Ian McKinley joins Gavin Andrews and Conor Murray on the latest episode of BBC Sport NI’s Ireland Rugby Social. A former Ireland under-20 international who came through the Leinster academy, McKinley earned nine caps for the Azzurri despite losing sight in his left eye in an accident …

Jessica ParkerBerlin correspondent BBC Lena’s family have been cooking on a camping stove Power is being restored to the last homes hit by a five-day blackout in Germany’s snow-covered capital, Berlin. The outage was caused by a suspected arson attack and came as temperatures dipped below freezing. It is reportedly …