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Campaign to oust RFU chief exposes deep divisions within English rugby
Bill Sweeney faces vote on his future after row over pay and support for grassroots gameFinancial Times - 5d -
English rugby will never change if members do not bother voting
In the end, there was one shocking figure as the votes were read out regarding Bill Sweeney’s future, but it was not related to the numbers either supporting or looking to oust the chief executive ...Yahoo Sports - 13h -
RFU chief Sweeney survives no-confidence vote
Rugby Football Union chief executive Bill Sweeney survives a vote of no-confidence at a special general meeting.BBC News - 1d -
RFU chief Sweeney survives no-confidence vote
Rugby Football Union chief executive Bill Sweeney survives a vote of no confidence at a special general meeting.BBC News - 1d -
No green light: RFU threatens to leave Twickenham over Beyoncé spat
RFU wants licence to stage more concerts and events Sweeney moots move to Milton Keynes or Birmingham The Rugby Football Union chief executive, Bill Sweeney, has threatened to take England away ...The Guardian - Mar. 19 -
How the future of the RFU and Bill Sweeney will be decided today
At 5pm this afternoon at Twickenham, the Rugby Football Union will hold a vote that could have major implications for the future of the English game.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Bill Sweeney survives RFU vote of no confidence
Bill Sweeney survived a motion of no confidence as Rugby Football Union chief executive but his opponents warned that they will be back unless real changes are made.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
What next for English rugby as Sweeney survives vote?
Thursday's Special General Meeting was a highly significant event for English rugby - an opportunity for the game at all levels to hold the powers-that-be to account.BBC News - 11h -
What next for English rugby as Sweeney survives vote?
Thursday's Special General Meeting was a highly significant event for English rugby - an opportunity for the game at all levels to hold the powers-that-be to account.BBC News - 11h -
RFU threaten to leave Twickenham for Birmingham or Milton Keynes
The Rugby Football Union would consider leaving Allianz Stadium to move to Birmingham or Milton Keynes if a renewed licence cannot be agreed to hold more concerts, chief executive Bill Sweeney has ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
Democrats’ performative protest exposes the party’s lack of an alternative
The widening divisions within the Democratic Party are now on full display following Trump’s address.The Hill - Mar. 10 -
'French rugby's Belle Epoque is only just beginning'
The only surprise about France's historic Six Nations campaign is that they didn't win a Grand Slam, writes Tom English.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
Bill Sweeney wins RFU vote of confidence before crucial board meeting
Bill Sweeney, the embattled chief executive of the Rugby Football Union, comfortably won a vote of no confidence at Thursday night’s special general meeting.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Huge boost for RFU’s Bill Sweeney after major critic’s stunning about-turn
One of Bill Sweeney’s biggest critics has committed an extraordinary about-turn and is now backing the Rugby Football Union chief executive to stay in his role ahead of the special general meeting ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
'Rancour & disruption'- Beaumont warns against rebel vote
Interim chair Bill Beaumont warns against supporting the ousting of chief executive Bill Sweeney at Thursday's meeting of the Rugby Football Union.BBC News - 2d -
My team taking on the private schools is answer to English rugby’s prayers
For rugby union to broaden its footprint and flourish, it will require creative thinking and fierce enthusiasm. Steve Hanley, the former Sale Sharks wing who plundered 75 Premiership tries, ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
WRU to blame for Wales' rugby woes, admits Tierney
Wales Rugby Union chief executive Abi Tierney vows to carry on despite criticism and abuse amid Wales' losing run.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20 -
'Change must come' - MPs call for RFU review
After record losses, club bankruptcies and bonus controversies, a group of MPs calls for an independent review of the Rugby Football Union.BBC News - Mar. 11 -
Senate passes stopgap funding bill
The Senate passed a stopgap funding bill Friday to avoid a government shutdown. The measure funds federal agencies through September. Ten Senate Democrats supported the bill, exposing divisions ...CBS News - Mar. 15 -
SRU should be 'exploring their options'
BBC Scotland's chief sportswriter Tom English has been answering some of your Scottish rugby questions. Martin asked: Given the feeling of familiarity surrounding this year's disappointing ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20 -
Ben & Jerry’s says chief ousted by Unilever over political activism
Ice-cream brand alleges parent is ‘dismantling’ merger agreement that protected its ‘progressive values’Financial Times - Mar. 19 -
Don't fear football regulator, league chief tells rich clubs
English Football League chief Rick Parry rejects claims a regulator would harm the Premier League.BBC News - Mar. 20 -
The deep divisions defining American politics: From the Politics Desk
The U.S. remains as closely and knottily divided on President Donald Trump and many key issues as it did before the November’s election, an NBC News poll shows.NBC News - Mar. 17 -
'You started this': Attacks on Alawites in Syria highlight deep divisions
The recent surge of violence in Syria lays bare the challenges interim leader Ahmed al-Sharaa faces in delivering on his promise to lead a more unified country.NBC News - 5d -
Kornacki: White men, white women and the gap within the gender gap
NBC News National Political Correspondent Steve Kornacki digs into a NBC News poll that shows divisions along race and gender lines in how the American electorate views DEI initiatives and more.NBC News - Mar. 18 -
England may ditch Twickenham for Milton Keynes over concert row, says RFU chief
London venue missed out on the chance of hosting a string of lucrative Beyonce concerts due to licensing restrictionsYahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney survives vote of no confidence at special general meeting
The embattled Sweeney had been facing a revolt in the gameYahoo Sports - 1d -
Democratic anger over 'Schumer surrender' shows party's deep divisions on how to take on Trump
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer finds himself sharply at odds with many members of his caucus, fellow Democrats in the House and liberal activists.NBC News - Mar. 14 -
Netanyahu is waging war on Gaza and on us – his ‘enemies within’. It’s the path to autocracy | Aluf Benn
Israel’s PM wants to ‘transfer’ Palestinians from Gaza, purge his traditional domestic rivals – and keep the right wing in power for ever. Aluf Benn is the editor-in-chief of Haaretz Turmoil has ...The Guardian - Mar. 20 -
US consumer confidence falls to two-year low amid tariff fears; Thames Water’s finance chief leaving within days – business live
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news. Over in Germany, the number of people out of work has risen at the fastest rate since October of 2024. . The German labour office said ...The Guardian - 9h -
Bath blow away Exeter to win first trophy since 2008 under guidance of Andy Robinson
There was once a time when Bath Rugby ruled supreme, dominating the English rugby landscape with a style of play, which for years saw them rewarded with its fair share of silverware.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
Chief justice's rebuke of Trump shows deep concern about attacks on courts: ANALYSIS
John Roberts responded after Trump called for a federal judge to be impeached.ABC News - Mar. 18 -
Drake’s Division II transfers are proving they can win in March Madness
The No. 11 seed Bulldogs (31-3) are into the second-round and set for a showdown against third-seeded Texas Tech, and within one win of reaching the Sweet 16 for the first time since 1971.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 21 -
Arrest warrant issued for member of cult exposed by BBC
The BBC exposed the Lighthouse life-coaching organisation for ruining the lives of its members.BBC News - Mar. 13 -
Spokane Chiefs open WHL playoffs with Vancouver, will start first-round series on the road
Mar. 23—The Spokane Chiefs capped the Western Hockey League regular season Saturday with a 4-3 win over division rival Tri-City, already having locked in the third seed to the Western Conference ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
McGoverne signs new deal to stay at Exeter
Exeter Chiefs back Liv McGoverne agrees a deal to stay at Sandy Park for the 2025-26 Premiership Women's Rugby season.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
'France's title win feels like beginning of something'
The only surprise about France's historic Six Nations campaign is that they didn't win a Grand Slam, writes Tom English.BBC News - Mar. 16 -
Putin's real goal: Destroy NATO
Putin's larger goal is to dismantle NATO by creating division from within and increasing European dependence on Russian energy.The Hill - Mar. 17 -
Tesla says it is 'exposed' to retaliatory tariffs
Tesla warned U.S. trade representative (USTR) Jamieson Greer that the electric vehicle company and other American exporters are “inherently exposed” to retaliatory tariffs levied in response to ...The Hill - Mar. 14 -
Musk Donates to G.O.P. Members of Congress Who Support Impeaching Judges
Amid a controversy over whether President Trump will abide by court rulings, Elon Musk gave the maximum to the campaigns of Republicans who back ousting judges who impede the administration.The New York Times - Mar. 20
