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Steve Borthwick backs Marcus Smith to rebound from kicking off-day against Scotland

The Harlequins playmaker was taken off duties from the tee after a couple of misses against France but will re-assume duties ahead of Fin Smith

The Independent UK

French culture minister's 'historic' visit to Western Sahara angers Algeria

France's Culture Minister Rachida Dati became on Monday the first French official to make a formal visit to the Western Sahara, a sign of Paris's recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the disputed territory. For Algeria, which defends claims for the territory's independence, the visit showed "contempt" for international law.

Radio France Internationale

Former skiing champion Grospiron takes on role as face of 2030 Winter Olympics

Former Olympic skiing champion Edgar Grospiron was on Tuesday formally anointed head of the committee organising the 2030 Winter Olympics in the French Alps.

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Amnesty International Urges French Lawmakers To Reject Headscarf Ban

Amnesty International opposes French bill banning headscarves in sports, citing discrimination concerns and potential fueling of racism.

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England turn to Ollie Chessum to solve lineout woes against Scotland

The Leicester lock replaces club colleague George Martin in the sole change to the side that beat France

The Independent UK

Borthwick sticks with Marcus Smith as England’s goal-kicker for Calcutta Cup

Steve Borthwick has given ‘world class’ Marcus Smith a vote of confidence as England’s goal-kicker for Saturday’s Calcutta Cup clash against Scotland

The Guardian - UK

France adopts social security budget ending months-long state finance saga

The Senate has adopted the 2025 health budget, the final chapter in France’s tumultuous months-long budget process that felled the previous government. Francois Bayrou's government can heave a sigh of relief, but the final budget falls short of the belt-tightening initially envisaged.

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Paris summit exposes European divisions as US shift forces unity on Ukraine

Following an emergency meeting in Paris, European leaders remain divided on how to respond to US President Donald Trump's dramatic policy shift on Ukraine, with France and Britain pushing for security guarantees and Germany bristling at any suggestion troops could be deployed.

Radio France Internationale

French authorities double down on ‘discriminatory’ hijab ban in sport

French lawmakers will this week debate a bill that would ban headscarves in all sporting competitions

The Independent UK

More rhythm, less algorithm: why Deezer’s boss is vowing to put users in control of their music

Alexis Lanternier, chief executive of the French streaming service, says it can compete with bigger rivals by rewarding the real musicians its subscribers want to support

The Guardian - UK

The secret behind Temu’s rock-bottom prices

Temu has made a remarkable entry in the global e-commerce landscape, quickly becoming the fifth largest online marketplace in France. Critics claim Temu’s ultra-competitive pricing relies on unfair practices. Yet its success stems from the powerful—and proven—business model of its parent company, Pinduoduo, which started as an online marketplace for…

The Conversation

England vs Scotland, Six Nations 2025: Kick-off time today, TV channel, live stream, team news, lineups, h2h

Steve Borthwick’s side aim to end Calcutta Cup losing streak after beating France

Evening Standard

Why Catholic school sexual abuse scandal is plaguing France’s prime minister

French Prime Minister François Bayrou has vowed to support an investigation into decades of alleged abuse at a Catholic school, following accusations from the left that he misled parliament by claiming he was unaware of the case while he was a local official and education minister. Pressure on Bayrou increased…

Radio France Internationale

Every European flight route Ryanair will cut in 2025

The airline is hitting back at European governments for high aviation fees by reducing its flight roster

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Italy vs France, Six Nations 2025: Kick-off time today, TV channel, live stream, team news, lineups, h2h

Les Bleus must bounce back from shock late England defeat before heading to face Ireland in round four

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Mbappé and Kolo Muani sparkle as Deschamps hails Zidane as likely France coach

France strikers Kylian Mbappé and Randal Kolo Muani continued their rich vein of form over the weekend to stake their claim in Didier Deschamps' starting line-up for the national team in the quarter-finals of the Nations League against Croatia next month.

Fortune

Hermès gives staff a near-$5,000 bonus amid luxury boost

Hermès said it would "stay the course" to attract and retain customers across the world as it announced revenues of $15.9 billion.

The Independent UK

Cohesion, connections and cutting edge: Why England are building around a Northampton Saints spine

Four of England’s backline starters in the Six Nations win over France came from the reigning Premiership champions

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The Guardian - UK

Six Nations half-term report: Ireland top of class but Wales go from bad to worse

In rating the teams it is the defending champions that look a cut above as the other sides struggle to find consistency

The Guardian - UK

As the US retreats, Europe must look out for itself – so is Macron’s nuclear offer the answer?

Development of a joint defence shield would be politically explosive for Keir Starmer. But it’s an idea whose time has come, says the Observer’s foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall

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European Leaders Gather For Emergency Summit On Ukraine Crisis

European leaders gather in France for emergency summit on Ukraine amid US-Russia talks, raising concerns over exclusion of Ukraine from peace negotiations.

International Business Times

Claudel Bronze Sculpture Goes For $3 Mn At France Auction

A bronze by French sculptor Camille Claudel thought to evoke her separation with fellow artist and lover Auguste Rodin was auctioned off in France Sunday for more than $3 million.

Radio France Internationale

France pushes for Unesco status for D-Day beaches and Carcassonne fortresses

France's Ministry of Culture on Monday filed an application to have the beaches in Normandy that were the site of the D-Day landings during the Second World War and the medieval fortresses of Carcassonne added to Unesco's list of World Heritage Sites.

International Business Times

European Countries To Meet In Paris On Monday To Discuss Security: France FM

France's President Emmanuel Macron will host leaders from key European countries on Monday to discuss the continent's security, Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said, amid growing concerns over US efforts to end the Ukraine war.

Radio France Internationale

Macron gathers European leaders to counter US moves on Ukraine war

France's President Emmanuel Macron will host leaders from key European countries on Monday to discuss the continent's security, his office said, amid growing concerns over US efforts to end the Ukraine war unilaterally.

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