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England are a shambles ... Stuart Lancaster is facing a World Cup meltdown if these critical issues aren't addressed 

CHRIS FOY: England are showing no sign of gaining ground on rugby’s leading nations after their 12th loss to South Africa in a row. Here are the pressing issues that need to be sorted out quick smart…




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Stuart Lancaster's side didn't just lay down a marker in World Cup year with their storming win over Wales... it was the night England went from boys to men

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: As an England ‘fan’, I’m still buzzing about that win over Wales, while the coach in me is trying not to get too carried away. However, that the result was huge leap forward.




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Ben Morgan has turned his rehab into an art form... and the England No 8 has not given up on making the World Cup either 

EXCLUSIVE: Once he had come round after emergency surgery, Ben Morgan asked the surgeon two pressing questions; would he ever play again and could he make it back in time for the World Cup?




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England coach Stuart Lancaster hails Henry Slade and backs the versatile centre to challenge for a World Cup place 

England head coach Stuart Lancaster believes the 'fantastic potential' of Henry Slade will drive his challenge for a place in the 2015 rugby World Cup squad.




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Nick Abendanon is a flawed genius and England are right to overlook him for the forthcoming World Cup 

WORLD OF RUGBY: Brilliance is not enough in these days of forensic professionalism. In another era, Nick Abendanon would have lit up Test rugby, but he no longer fits the mould.




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Former England star Jason Robinson feels Stuart Lancaster should hold firm ahead of World Cup training squad announcement

Former England star Jason Robinson believes that Stuart Lancaster should adhere to current selection policy for next week's World Cup training squad announcement.




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Martin Johnson: England right not to pick overseas stars such as Steffon Armitage and Nick Abendanon for World Cup  

Martin Johnson has waded into the debate about England’s refusal to pick players based overseas with an emphatic endorsement of the RFU policy which has divided opinion.




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Dylan Hartley AXED from England World Cup training squad as Stuart Lancaster says he has 'let everyone down' over headbutt

Dylan Hartley’s World Cup dream is over after the hooker was axed from Stuart Lancaster’s England squad and told he cannot be trusted to keep his cool in the high-stakes matches.




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SARAH VINE says her daughter's 'pit' makes warthogs look house-proud

SARAH VINE: When I saw the picture posted online by Sky News sports presenter Jacquie Beltrao of her son's bedroom, I couldn't resist a wry smile.




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Cockney Louie McCarthy-Scarsbrook to rock Wembley with St Helens in Saturday's Challenge Cup Final

INTERVIEW BY MIKE KEEGAN: With his chiselled jaw, bulging biceps and St Helens polo shirt, Louie McCarthy-Scarsbrook looks every inch the rugby league player.




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MARTIN SAMUEL: Scandal that 153 years counts for nothing with Swinton

MARTIN SAMUEL - CHIEF SPORTSWRITER: In September 2017, former Leigh Centurions director Andy Mazey, announced that he would be Swinton's new chairman. From then, changes were afoot.




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Sonny Bill Williams signs for Toronto Wolfpack in deal worth over £5m

The 34-year-old will be officially unveiled at a press conference at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium next Thursday and join up with his new team-mates after a period of rest and recovery.




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MARTIN SAMUEL COLUMN: Is exclusion the answer to a problem like Israel Folau?

MARTIN SAMUEL CHIEF SPORTSWRITER - Rugby League claims to have an 'enviable track record' when it comes to equality, diversity and inclusion. Except fundamentalist Christians, it seems.




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Lily-Rose Depp looks effortlessly chic as she makes a glamorous arrival at the Venice Film Festival

The daughter of Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis, 20, made sure she turned heads at the event in a stunning pink Chanel strapless corset top and matching mini skirt.




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Amber Heard steps out in casual day dress after Johnny Depp files a motion against her in court

Her ex-husband, Johnny Depp, filed a motion against a privacy request she made in their bitter legal battle. And on Friday, Amber Heard stepped out with a pal in Los Angeles.




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Johnny Depp looks stylish in a striped T-shirt and grey fedora as he heads out of Venice

The actor, 56, looked suave in a nautical blue and white T-shirt which he layered with a navy linen jacket and a pair of distressed blue jeans.




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Lily-Rose Depp wears red dress for Bella Hadid's birthday in New York

The fitted design drew attention to her slender physique as she made her way out of Manhattan venue L'Avenue at Saks Fifth Avenue.




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Ryan Thomas reveals his friend Charlie Everton has passed away from cancer in a touching tribute

The Coronation Street star, 35, paid tribute to his lost loved one in a touching Instagram post on Sunday, and said Charlie was 'loved by everyone.'




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Amber Heard's lawyers say they have proof Johnny Depp domestically abused other ex-partners

Depp is suing Heard for $50million claiming she defamed him by writing an op-ed in 2016 about domestic violence. She did not include his name in but he says she publicly implicated him by writing it.




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Johnny Depp's former lawyers file a lien against his property over $350k in unpaid legal fees

Jonny Depp hired Buckley LLP to represent him against his former entertainment law firm, parting ways with Buckley this past January. The firm wants to take a lien against Depp's LA homes.




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Woman, 45, who 'married' ghost of 300-year-old Johnny Depp-lookalike pirate sells his portrait

Amanda Large, from Downpatrick, met ghost Jack Teague and within two years had sailed into international waters to wed him at sea using a spiritual medium.




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Lily-Rose Depp rocks chic airport ensemble as she jets into New York from her hometown in Paris

She was recently in her hometown Paris. But Lily-Rose Depp has jetted out of town and was glimpsed this Saturday emerging from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York.




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Johnny Depp steps out for a night on the town in London with Tim Burton

Johnny Depp and good friend Tim Burton stepped out for a night of fun while hitting the town in London. The 56-year-old actor was spotted out with the director and his new girlfriend Berenice.




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Amber Heard is 'happier than ever' with new love Bianca Butti as court battle with Johnny Depp looms

Amber Heard is said to be 'happier than ever' with new girlfriend Bianca Butti as the court battle over defamation lawsuit with ex-Johnny Depp looms.




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Hollywood actor Johnny Depp libel trial postponed by High Court judge due to coronavirus

Johnny Depp's libel trial in London against The Sun, which accused him of beating his ex-wife Amber Heard, has been adjourned due to the coronavirus (pictured, Depp in February).




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Amber Heard hired private investigator to dig up dirt on Johnny Depp during their nasty legal battle

Paul Barresi was hired by Amber Heard's legal team to find people who had been verbally or physically abused by Johnny Depp. But the P.I. said he couldn't find anyone to say a bad word against Depp.




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Medics search for Johnny Depp's severed fingertip as Amber Heard sobs in the background

Johnny Depp and his then-wife Amber Heard had an explosive argument at Depp's rented home in Queensland, Australia, in March 2015.




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Game of Thrones author George R.R. Martin hints his books will have a different ending

While Game of Thrones was a huge hit for HBO, legions of vocal fans have spoken out against the final season, and now author George R.R. Martin has hinted his books will have a different ending.




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Game of Thrones star Emilia Clarke oozes elegance in a shirt dress at beauty bash in London

The actress - who was recently unveiled as Clinique's new Global Brand Ambassador - attended an event at Somerset House, London, on Friday




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Sophie Turner showcases her long legs in a ruffled miniskirt at Grammy Awards

Newlyweds Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas hit the Grammys red carpet for the first time as husband and wife at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on Sunday night.




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Maisie Williams goes make-up free while stepping out of Heathrow airport

The actress, 22, looked relaxed as she embraced her natural beauty by going make-up free while leaving London Heathrow Airport on Thursday.




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Nathalie Emmanuel cuts a quirky figure in a graphic t-shirt at Fast and Furious concert

The-30-year-old joined the cast for the 'Road to F9' concert held at the Maurice A. Ferrà Park, Miami on Friday in a graphic T-shirt paired with a floaty skirt




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Richard Madden posts shirtless selfie and proceeds to get teased by celebrity friends

Richard Madden posted a shirtless selfie from a gorgeous mountainside and proceeded to get roasted by some celebrity friends and praised for his hunky physique by fan followers.




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Joe Jonas wishes a 'happy birthday to the love of my life' Sophie Turner, dodging pregnancy rumors

Birthday girl Sophie Turner was the object of some serious affection from her husband of almost one year Joe Jonas on her birthday on Friday, when he uploaded a stunning image of her.




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Emilia Clarke nails bohemian glamour in a textured jumper and fitted pencil skirt

The actress looked gorgeous in the earthy toned stylish ensemble when she arrived at the BBC Radio 2 studios on Tuesday morning. 




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Evangeline Lilly issues 'sincere and heartfelt apology' for 'insensitive' Instagram post

The former Lost star stated that last week's comments had been insensitive 'to the very real suffering and fear that has gripped the world through COVID19.'




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Sophie Turner entertains herself in isolation by giving husband Joe Jonas a makeover 

Sophie Turner entertained herself on Thursday by practising her make-up skills on a surprisingly willing Joe Jonas.




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Maisie Williams celebrates her 23rd birthday in lockdown as boyfriend Reuben Selby treats her

They have been isolating together whilst the UK is in lockdown. But Reuben still managed to pull off some birthday surprises for Maisie Williams as she celebrated her 23rd birthday in their home.




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Heartbreaking photo of a quarantined bulldog looking dejected on his balcony goes viral

Rashida Ellis, 38, from Atlanta, Georgia, took to Twitter on Tuesday to post a snapshot of her three-year-old dog Big Poppa looking sad.




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Emilia Clarke larks about with her shirtless male friend as they Clap For Carers

The Game Of Thrones star, 33, cradled her dog Ted as she stood on her doorstep to applaud NHS workers, while her friend Oliver 'Gommie' Gomm proceeded to jump around in excitement.




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Olivia Culpo looks effortlessly elegant in white maxi dress as she isolates with Christian McCaffrey

'Spring quarantine essential: the comfy cotton maxi dress,' the former Miss Universe captioned a series of stunning series, which flaunted her enviable physique.




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15th-Century north Wales mansion where Kit Harrington threw his stag do goes on sale on £1.65m

Eriviat Hall, in Henllan, Denbigshire, Wales, has been designed to run as both a private home and a wedding venue as well as a house for rent, and has been put on the market for £1.65million.




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Doctors at hospital's children's unit fix cartoons to their masks to reassure young patients

Staff working in the children's Panda Unit at Salford Royal came up with the innovative way to reassure young patients after fearing they could be spooked by the medics' concealed faces in PPE.




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Why a dessert keeps our date sweet as singletons are more impressed by edible treats than wit

Scientists found singletons were much more likely to be captivated by their date if they ate something sweet. Tucking into puddings made men and women more attracted to other people, they said.




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Emails show 'the highest levels of the White House' buried CDC report advising how to reopen America

Experts at the CDC spent weeks working on a report titled 'Guidance for Implementing the Opening Up America Again Framework', but it was blocked by The White House.




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JEFFREY ARCHER shares a week of gripping short stories starting with a Fabergé egg

JEFFREY ARCHER: Julian didn't reply. He was distracted by a screeching sound outside, as if a car was trying to avoid a collision.




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Customers flock to the shops but are temperature checked to get into Kmart

Shoppers at some stores were given health screenings by staff before they were allowed to enter, with all abiding by strict capacity limits.




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World's 'oldest man' celebrates 116th birthday more than 100 years after Spanish flu killed sister

Centenarian Fredie Blom was born on May 8, 1904, in Adelaide near the Great Winterberg mountain range of South Africa's Eastern Cape province. He celebrated his 116th yesterday.




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Queen surrounded by wartime mementos for VE Day speech

On the desk in front of the Queen was her Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS) khaki-coloured peaked cap - part of her uniform when she undertook National Service as a teenage princess in February 1945.




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Liverpool and Manchester United target Kai Havertz 'wants to join Bayern Munich'

Kai Havertz is one of Europe's most exciting young players and is sought-after by clubs across Europe including Premier League giants Liverpool and Manchester United.