Saracens will face one of the toughest tasks in English rugby tomorrow - but recent history suggests it is not one they should fear.

Exeter's memorable season that has been highlighted by Heineken Cup qualification for the first time could soon receive recognition from Stuart Lancaster.

We're in drought, water companies in many parts of England declared. Don't dare use a hosepipe, they said, warning of fines, and urging residents to tell on their neighbours if they are seen wielding a hose.

Exeter Chiefs have signed Australia international Dean Mumm on a two-year deal.

Harlequins v Leicester

Harlequins v Wasps

Christians should wear a cross on their clothes every day as "a symbol of their beliefs", according to the head of the Catholic church in Scotland.

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The unseasonably warm weather is set to continue this week with forecasters predicting temperatures of up to 17C.

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London Wasps 12 Exeter Chiefs 15: Contentious penalty contributes to rising panic among former champions

Valentine's Day could provide a much-needed boost for retailers as shoppers fork out for jewellery and gifts.

The actor Colin Tarrant was a permanent fixture on television for 12 years as the by-the-book, disciplinarian Inspector Andrew Monroe in The Bill. He took the role of Sun Hill police station's third most senior officer at the height of the programme's success, joining itin 1990, six years after it had been launched on ITV.