Israel Folau committed a "high-level breach" of Rugby Australia's code of conduct, a panel has found.
James Haskell had looked to boost his Rugby World Cup chances at Northampton Saints but will now retire at the end of the season.
Former South Africa head coach Heyneke Meyer will remain with Stade Francais for at least another two years.
London Irish have boosted their squad ahead of their return to the Premiership, signing Australia prop Sekope Kepu.
He played at four Rugby World Cups and George Gregan believes Australia need to be more consistent if they are to succeed in Japan.
Ben Smith damaged his hamstring and suffered a cut chin in a pulsating Super Rugby encounter at Forsyth Barr Stadium.
Beauden Barrett says "if all things fall into place" he will soon be able to end speculation over his future.
Shaun Edwards will not be on the Wales coaching staff in a new era under Wayne Pivac.
New Zealand Rugby has signed Sam Whitelock to a new four-year deal, but he will miss the 2020 Super Rugby season to play in Japan.
Warren Gatland has had numerous approaches about coaching roles after he leaves Wales, but has not received one from England.
Wales have announced their 42-man training squad in preparation for the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
Toulon centre Mathieu Bastareaud explained why he is headed for New York after the Rugby World Cup.
Robin McBryde will join Leinster's coaching staff as a replacement for John Fogarty, who has landed a new role with Ireland.
Owen Franks does not require surgery but the prop will not be back in action until the start of June at the earliest.
Bernard Laporte wanted Joe Schmidt to take over as France head coach, but Fabien Galthie will succeed Jacques Brunel.
With Ollie Devoto's try against Harlequins on Saturday, Exeter Chiefs crossed in a record 72nd consecutive Premiership match.