Stuart Hogg, the Scottish full-back, is set to return from a heel injury to play against England in the upcoming Guinness Six Nations opener. Hogg, who is nearing his 100th Test cap, has been out of action since Christmas Eve but was fit to play last weekend. Exeter, his club team, and Scotland's assistant coach John Dalziel have managed his recovery, allowing him to stay with the national squad in Spain. Hogg's return is timely as Scotland seeks a third consecutive win over England at Twickenham, a feat not achieved in over 50 years. Dalziel also discussed the challenges of facing an England team with new coaching staff and the importance of mental toughness, which has been instrumental in Scotland's recent victories over England.

The South East of England boasts a group of young entrepreneurs under 30 who have gained recognition for their innovative businesses. Shreya Verma and Lizzie Caird from Oxford High School created Kioko, a homeware brand. Ayush Sanghavi developed Veggie Alternatives to help reduce animal product consumption. Jacob Thomas founded Southsea Clothing Company with a focus on sustainability. Josh Robinson established lmsukmedia, an artist development and events management company. Jasmine Arnold created Instant Swim, a sustainable swimwear brand. Ben Towers sold his design agency at 18 and now runs Tahora, a mental health platform. Marcus Comaschi's business endeavors were also highlighted.

Technology's role in grieving has expanded, with digital resurrections becoming a topic of interest following a hologram of Robert Kardashian created by Kaleida for Kim Kardashian's birthday. MyHeritage's Deep Nostalgia tool, which animates old photos using AI, has gone viral, indicating a public interest in virtually reconnecting with deceased loved ones. However, ethical and legal concerns arise, such as the potential misuse of deepfake technology and the lack of privacy laws covering the deceased. Experts emphasize the need for informed consent and caution against the unregulated creation of digital personas, which could lead to unauthorized use of one's digital identity.

Non-league football clubs are increasingly adopting football kits with political and progressive messages, moving away from traditional sponsorships. Rage Sport, an ethical kit manufacturer from Italy, is at the forefront, producing sportswear for teams that share anti-fascist and anti-racist ideals. Notable collaborations include Clapton CFC's anti-fascist motif, NW London FC's Black Lives Matter declaration, and United Glasgow F.C.'s 'Refugees Welcome' message. These initiatives challenge the sporting landscape and set an example for inclusivity and activism in sports, despite the absence of a clear path for political messages to ascend the football pyramid.

The article discusses the absence of openly gay footballers in Britain's top leagues and the attitudes of fans and authorities towards LGBTQ+ individuals in the sport. Despite a BBC survey indicating that the majority of UK sports fans are comfortable with gay players, Football Association chairman Greg Clarke believes top-level football isn't ready for a player to come out. However, the number of LGBT supporters groups, such as Pride in Football, Gay Gooners, Proud Canaries, and Rainbow Toffees, has grown, showing a shift in fan attitudes. The article includes personal experiences from members of these groups, highlighting the challenges they face, including homophobia at games and online. The groups aim to create a welcoming environment in clubs and advocate for the acceptance of gay players, with the hope that the football community will become more inclusive.

The BBC has revived the classic sitcom 'Porridge' with a modern twist, featuring the grandson of the original protagonist, Norman Stanley Fletcher, now in prison for cyber crimes. The article discusses the accuracy of the show's portrayal of the modern prison system through the eyes of Alex Cavendish, a former inmate and current academic and blogger. Cavendish critiques various aspects of the show, from the set design to the depiction of prison officers and the system of privileges. He also addresses the reality of prison life, including the prevalence of drug culture, the lack of staff engagement with prisoners, and the mental health crisis within the prison population. While acknowledging some truths in the show, Cavendish questions the appropriateness of a prison comedy given the current state of the UK prison system, which he describes as facing an unprecedented crisis.

Irvine Welsh expresses his excitement for the upcoming Trainspotting movie and praises the director Danny Boyle and screenwriter John Hodge. He discusses the evolution of the character Francis 'Franco' Begbie from his iconic book, who is now featured in Welsh's new book 'The Blade Artist'. Begbie has transformed from a sociopath to a hip artist in L.A., but his past catches up with him. Welsh also touches on his respect for David Bowie, the nature of the Trainspotting sequel as a 'middle-aged movie', and his experiences writing for TV in the United States. 'The Blade Artist' is currently available, and Welsh is touring the UK.