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5 things we learned from the second round of Six Nations action

Only Italy are out of title contention following two rounds of fixtures.

The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2022

Six Nations headlines as Wayne Pivac told to start Jonathan Davies against England after strong 13-minute Scotland cameo

The latest headlines and news bulletins as Six Nations round two comes to an end with an England win over Italy

Wales Online · Feb 13, 2022

Fillon Maillet caps second gold medal for France in Beijing Olympics

Quentin Fillon Maillet won his second gold on Sunday in the 12.5km Biathlon – a combination of cross-country skiing and rifle shooting. It's France's 10th medal (2 gold, 6 silver, 2 bronze), putting it in 10th place overall.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 13, 2022

Jamison Gibson-Park believes there is ‘still hope’ for Ireland in Six Nations

The Irish, who suffered a damaging defeat to France on Saturday, return to action at home to Italy on February 27.

The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2022

French cave findings suggest Europe’s first Homo sapiens arrived earlier than thought

Our direct ancestors, Homo sapiens, may have ventured into Neanderthal territory in Europe much earlier than previously thought, according to an archaeological study published this week. Researchers also believe that Neanderthals and Homo sapiens may have alternately shared territory in southeastern France.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 13, 2022

Tributes paid to jockey Marina Morel as 30 year-old dies after tragic riding accident

Marina Morel was injured when she fell during a trackwork session in Australia. Originally from France, the popular young horsewoman had competed on just ten occasions

Daily Mirror · Feb 13, 2022

Macron, not candidate but already campaigning for reelection

French President Emmanuel Macron hasn’t officially declared that he’s a candidate for April’s presidential election yet

The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2022

‘Indiscipline’ contributed to Ireland blowing Grand Slam hopes

France put themselves in pole position for the championship title by pulling off a thrilling 30-24 victory.

The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2022

France beats Ireland to underline status as Six Nations rugby favourites

France's 30-24 triumph over Ireland on Saturday has put them firmly on course for Six Nations success, but scrumhalf Antoine Dupont talked down a potential Grand Slam, saying the team were wary of Scotland after costly defeat in the past.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 13, 2022

As Europe pushes for peace, clueless Johnson snipes from the sidelines

Brexit Britain’s isolated leaders resort to posturing and fist-waving over Ukraine while France’s Macron pursues diplomatic solutions in Moscow

The Guardian - UK · Feb 13, 2022