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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

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

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

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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

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

T20 World Cup 2026 schedule, format, teams, groups and how to watch on TV

Everything you need to know ahead of the tournament

The Independent UK

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

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104 Funny “Conspiracies” That Won’t Hurt Anyone, But Might Change Your Mind

Did you know Ireland doesn’t actually exist and lint rollers are secretly designed to leave your clothes stickier so they pick up more lint, forcing you to buy refills forever? Okay, fine… none of this has been proven. Yet. But these are exactly the kind of silly, harmless theories people…

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Retailer Quiz becomes latest firm to hit the wall with 109 jobs axed

The chain’s 40 stores across the UK and seven concessions in Ireland will continue to trade while administrators look at options.

Evening Standard

Fashion retailer collapses into administration again with 109 jobs axed

This marks the second time the brand has entered administration within a year

The Independent UK

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.

Radio France Internationale

UK and Ireland’s most popular films of 2025 revealed

A Minecraft Movie, Wicked: For Good and Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy were among the top films at the box office, the British Film Institute said.

Evening Standard

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

Who are the Six Nations pundits and commentators for ITV and BBC?

The two broadcasters again share coverage of the annual championship

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Six Nations 2026 predictions: our writers on who will win and why

England have strength in depth, but France have history on their side, a returning hero, and hosting duties for the potentially decisive finale

The Independent UK

Is France vs Ireland on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch Six Nations clash

Everything you need to know ahead of the tournament opener

Evening Standard

Six Nations table: Final standings and results on Super Saturday

France clinch record eighth title in dramatic fashion with Thomas Ramos breaking Ireland hearts

Evening Standard

How to watch France vs Ireland FOR FREE: TV channel and live stream for Six Nations rugby

The most recent Six Nations champions battle it out on opening night

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Melania documentary debut box office takings in UK and Ireland revealed

The documentary of the president’s wife, titled Melania, focuses on the 20 days leading up to her husband’s return to the White House in January 2025.

The Independent UK

Caelan Doris wary of returning Antoine Dupont despite forgiveness over Dublin injury

Dupont has not made an international appearance since rupturing his ACL against Ireland last March but will return for France in Thursday evening’s Six Nations curtain-raiser

Evening Standard

‘Hero’ bus driver says he did not tell his family in Ireland about tribunal

Mark Hehir, who is originally from Limerick but now lives in London, was fired by Metroline after he chased down a thief.

The Independent UK

‘Hero’ bus driver reveals family’s reaction to his controversial dismissal

Justice Secretary David Lammy publicly backed him, stating he is ‘a hero and deserves our support’

Evening Standard

ITV to screen ads before scrums during Six Nations games

Up to two commercials will air during breaks in play before a scrum in each half of Thursday’s Six Nations Championship opener, it is understood.

The Independent UK

The minor Six Nations change that could have a major impact on this year’s champions

France, England and Ireland are the leading contenders for the title – but could a shock be in store?

The Guardian - UK

ITV to screen in-game adverts for first time during rugby union’s Six Nations

ITV will screen in-game commercials for the first time during the Six Nations opener between France and Ireland at Stade de France on Thursday

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