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Yesterday
28th May 2025
French surgeon sentenced to 20 years for abusing hundreds of children over two decades
This week
25th May 2025 - 29th May 2025
French president Macron dismisses wife’s ‘slap’ caught on camera as 'playful teasing'
Last week
18th May 2025 - 24th May 2025
French minister suggests banning cash to battle the country's drug crime
Eight people found guilty over 2016 Paris robbery of Kim Kardashian
Ireland to face France in 2026 Six Nations opener (and it's on a Thursday)
Biarritz demoted to French rugby's third tier over financial concerns
Ireland face France on a Thursday in 2026 Six Nations opener
This month
May 2025
French actor Gerard Depardieu found guilty of sexual assault of two women on a 2021 film set
Israeli finance minister says Gaza will be 'entirely destroyed' and civilians will be expelled
Last month
April 2025
Teenage student dies after school knife attack in France
Woman dies and another in critical condition after cryotherapy gas leak in Paris
Former France star Chabal says he has 'no memories' of rugby career
'I will continue to fight': Le Pen supporters rally in Paris
Paris court could give decision on Marine Le Pen's appeal before 2027 presidential election
March
March 2025
Marine Le Pen attacks five-year ban from running for office as 'political decision'
The far-right National Rally leader was found guilty of embezzling European Union funds to finance her party.
‘Political death’: The EU Parliament fake jobs scam that has cost Le Pen her 2027 presidency bid
France slams US 'interference' in firms' diversity programmes
Prosecutors in sexual abuse trial of Gerard Depardieu seek suspended jail sentence of 18 months
Woman tells court she was groped three times by French actor Gerard Depardieu
Ireland's kicking woes punished by clinical France
With the World Cup looming, this is a crucial Six Nations for Ireland
Scott Bemand’s side are aiming to pick up where they left off in 2024.
'It creates a bit of a sh*tstorm where people are getting abuse'
France out-half Ntamack criticises 'injustice' of Ringrose ban
Stick or twist? Ireland's intriguing selection options for Italy clash
Ireland left empty-handed as early blitz denied by fierce French D
Shaun Edwards’ fingerprints were all over a wonderful French effort.
No citings for Ireland despite France referring Beirne, Porter, and Nash
Galthié's France deliver statement win as Ireland fail to hit a peak
The French were irresistible at times in the second half.
'We didn't take enough opportunities' - Easterby's Ireland rue missed chances
Ireland's Grand Slam dream over as brilliant France take control of the Six Nations
Brilliant Bleus batter Ireland to take control of the Six Nations
Ireland were second best as Fabien Galthié’s side mixed brute force and brilliant back play.
Calvin Nash starts for Ireland as James Lowe ruled out injured
Farewells, 50ths, fired-up French, and a fight for the Six Nations title
This afternoon’s clash between Ireland and France in Dublin could be another epic.
'I don't think it'll hold me back' - Doris relieved to be fit for France clash
Macron calls Putin an 'imperialist' after Russian president compared him to Napoleon
Prendergast enjoys rapid rise as Ntamack makes up for lost time
Ireland boss Simon Easterby is backing his out-half to step up physically against France.
Ireland get huge Doris and Conan boost but will need big bench impact
Simon Easterby has gone back to a 6/2 split for the first time in a year.
'I remember the Lowe try' - Galthié calls for fair refereeing in Dublin
'He understands the game' - Ireland back Osborne to shine in 14 shirt
Osborne starts for Ireland against France after Hansen ruled out
Some of the Six Nations' kicking kings will duel in Dublin
There will be an array of classy kickers involved as Ireland meet France.