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'We feel like we belong to something': Leinster driving standards in women's rugby

New boots, rehab packs and additional off-field support all introduced for Ben Armstrong’s squad ahead of the 2019 inter-pros.

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Aug 15th 2019, 8:00 PM

Italian rugby's real progress is coming from Pro14 clubs Benetton and Zebre

Conor O’Shea’s national team have yet to feel the full effect but the Italian sides are making big steps.

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Mar 3rd 2018, 8:30 AM

From tower blocks to BER ratings... the housing landscape has changed a lot in sixty years

Here we take a look back on what building trends have shaped the modern era.

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Mar 12th 2015, 2:13 PM