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The harsh truths Ireland must confront after heavy France defeat

A bruising night in Paris has led to tough questions for Andy Farrell and his side

The Independent UK · Feb 6

'I'm afraid that the WorldTour could implode at some point, but let's see' - Elisa Longo Borghini warns current drain on grassroots racing could wreak havoc higher up in sport

Italy's top rider looking to overcome 'curse' of Tour de France in 2026

Cycling News · Feb 6

Canada and France opening consulates in Greenland following tensions over US push for control

Canada and France are opening diplomatic consulates in the capital of Greenland

The Independent UK · Feb 6

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Greece and France charge suspects in separate China-linked espionage cases

Greek and French authorities probe alleged Chinese espionage targeting NATO tech, satellite data and military secrets, raising fears of wider spy networks.

Euronews · Feb 6

France investigates four suspected of spying for China via satellite dish

French authorities have placed four people, including two Chinese nationals, under formal investigation for allegedly trying to intercept satellite communications from a base at ⁠a rental property in south-western France.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 6

2026 Winter Olympics TV Guide: Full Schedule and What to Watch Every Day of the Games

A comprehensive guide to every Olympic event that can be streamed and/or watched on television.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 6

In show of support, Canada and France open consulates in Greenland

Canada and France, which both adamantly oppose Donald Trump's wish to control Greenland, were to open consulates in the Danish autonomous territory's capital on Friday –in a strong show of support for the local government.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 6

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France 36-14 Ireland: Holders open Six Nations with statement victory

Les Bleus off to a flyer after a thumping victory

Evening Standard · Feb 5

France open Six Nations with statement victory against Ireland

Louis Bielle-Biarrey resumed the fine form which saw him crowned player of the championship in 2025 with two tries.

The Independent UK · Feb 5

Bielle-Biarrey stars as France outplay Ireland to lay down a Six Nations marker

Ireland rallied in the second half but a dazzling French performance before the interval proved decisive for Les Bleus in a 36-14 win in the Six Nations opener

The Guardian - UK · Feb 5

France make Six Nations statement as Antoine Dupont and Matthieu Jalibert unlock new dimension

France 36-14 Ireland: The hosts kicked off their title defence with a big win over Ireland in Paris

The Independent UK · Feb 5

France 36-14 Ireland: Six Nations 2026 opener – as it happened

Les Bleus opened the tournament with a dominant victory in Paris

The Guardian - UK · Feb 5

France vs Ireland LIVE: Six Nations result, latest updates and reaction as holders victorious in opener

Title rivals meet in heavyweight curtain-raiser as Antoine Dupont returns

Evening Standard · Feb 5

Pipe leaks and puck joy: Milan’s winter wasteland comes alive for ice hockey opener

The hosts managed to just about get the Santagiulia arena ready for Italy’s win over France – and the locals responded

The Guardian - UK · Feb 5

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The Independent UK · Feb 5

France v Ireland live: Les Bleus lay down Six Nations title marker with Paris thrashing

France 36-14 Ireland: Les Bleus were sublime, scoring five tries to blow away Andy Farrell’s visitors

Radio France Internationale · Feb 5

Orion 26 drills prepare French army for high-intensity warfare in Europe

France's armed forces will launch phase two of their flagship Orion 26 military exercises in Saint-Nazaire, on the country's west coast, on Sunday. As war rages in Ukraine, more than 10,000 military personnel are preparing for high-intensity warfare in drills designed to ready France to defend European territory from a…

Radio France Internationale · Feb 5

Six Nations returns for a shortened tournament with clear favourites

The Six Nations kicks off this evening with a rare Thursday night fixture to avoid clashing with Friday's Winter Olympics opening ceremony, as France host Ireland in Paris. In other changes, this year's tournament will run for six weeks rather than seven.

Euronews · Feb 5

Vance hails unifying moment as US delegation arrives for Milan-Cortina Winter Games

The US vice president leads the US delegation at the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, calling the Games a rare unifying moment as world leaders gather for the opening.

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Evening Standard · Feb 5

Six Nations: England ready to deliver as they eye first grand slam in ten years

On an 11-match winning streak and playing ‘brave’ rugby, Borthwick’s men can end years of underachievement

Fortune · Feb 5

How Japan replaced France as the country young Americans obsessively romanticize—they’re longing for civility

America used to be the archetypal “soft power” country, but sushi, anime, and a different way of life place it in the land of the rising sun for Gen Z.

TechRadar · Feb 5

Ice Hockey at Winter Olympics 2026 Free Streams: TV Channels, Schedule, Preview & Today's Games

All the ways to watch Winter Olympics Ice Hockey 2026 live streams for FREE, with Canada's Connor McDavid and USA's Matthew Tkachuk headlining the action.

Evening Standard · Feb 5

Why are there adverts during Six Nations games - and will fans miss any of the action?

Major change from ITV begins with France vs Ireland and is likely to mark a watershed moment for televised live sports coverage in the UK

Evening Standard · Feb 5

Small boat crossings 'must end' says inquiry into biggest Channel migrants tragedy

A four-week public inquiry identified 27 men, women and children, whose bodies were recovered after they attempted the journey from France to the UK

Radio France Internationale · Feb 5

Zelensky French TV interview: 'If Ukraine doesn't stop Putin, he will invade Europe'

Amid a flurry of diplomatic meetings in Moscow and Abu Dhabi, in an interview on TV channel France 2 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called on his European partners – as well as United States President Donald Trump – to put more pressure on Russia to end the four-year war.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 5

France hopes to make screening for lung cancer routine by 2030

Screening for lung cancer could become as routine in France as checks for breast or colon cancer, according to Health Minister Stéphanie Rist, who says the country is preparing to roll out a pilot programme to screen thousands of at-risk individuals from next month.

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