Former Scotland and Newcastle Falcons lock Doddie Weir has quickly proven a source of inspiration for Rob Burrow following his diagnosis.
Saracens, the champions of England and Europe, were severely sanctioned for breaching salary cap rules that will now be subject to a review.
Fly-half Greig Laidlaw said it was an "incredibly hard" decision to retire from international rugby.
John Plumtree has been appointed New Zealand forwards coach and Greg Feek scrum coach in a new era for the All Blacks.
Old Glory owner Paul Sheehy says Tendai Mtawarira's decision to head Stateside is a "game-changer" for Major League Rugby.
Reece Hodge has agreed to stay on with the Rebels until 2023.
Eddie Jones has given little away over whether he would be prepared to remain in the England job until the next Rugby World Cup.
Siya Kolisi is determined to reach new heights with the Stormers after committing his future to the Super Rugby franchise.
Rob Howley placed 363 bets across a 46-month period from November 2015 and has said sorry after being hit with a lengthy ban.
Ireland have named a 45-man squad to train in Dublin that omits Rob Kearney, Jordi Murphy, Sean Cronin, Jack Carty and Kieran Marmion.
Lyon are reportedly targeting Ireland fly-half Johnny Sexton, but Leinster insist there has been no suggestion he will leave the province.
After placing 363 bets across a 46-month period from November 2015, Rob Howley has been handed an 18-month ban from rugby.
Brothers Joe and Sam Simmonds were influential as Exeter Chiefs moved to the brink of a quarter-final spot in Europe.
Saracens claim a derogatory comment made to Jamie George by Munster's chief medic sparked a fracas at Allianz Park.
Brothers Billy and Mako Vunipola played starring roles as reigning champions Saracens defeated Munster in the European Champions Cup.
Brad Mooar's stay in Wales could be short, as Ian Foster wants the Scarlets boss to join his coaching staff.