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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

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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

The Independent UK

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 Guardian - 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

The Independent UK

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Six Nations 2026 table, fixtures, schedule and results as England and France set early pace

Italy stun Scotland as Ireland and Wales brushed aside in round one

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

Evening Standard

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.

Evening Standard

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

The Independent UK

‘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.

Evening Standard

‘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’

The Independent UK

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.

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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

Evening Standard

Six Nations 2026: How to watch every match for FREE on TV and online

A new broadcasting deal is good news for rugby fans - but there are some changes

The Guardian - UK

Six Nations form guide: how the 2026 contenders are shaping up

England are bullish, France are in flux, while Wales will be hoping just to beat Italy and avoid the wooden spoon

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The Independent UK

Pakistan's boycott of a game against India looms over cricket's T20 World Cup

Pakistan's looming boycott of a game against India threatens to overshadow cricket's Twenty20 World Cup

Evening Standard

Why is Six Nations starting on Thursday? France vs Ireland decision explained

Antoine Dupont is back as title challengers collide in blockbuster opener in Paris

Evening Standard

France vs Ireland, Six Nations 2026: Kick-off time, TV channel, live stream, team news, lineups, h2h results, odds today

Tournament starts on a Thursday night in Paris as Antoine Dupont returns

The Independent UK

Andy Farrell explains Jacob Stockdale recall for Six Nations opener: ‘He’s back to being himself’

Stockdale, the 2018 Six Nations player of the tournament, has been on the periphery under Farrell but is preferred to James Lowe against France

The Guardian - UK

England must overcome history of post-Lions hangovers to lift Six Nations title

In the professional era, there is a common denominator that suggests France and Ireland might be worth backing for 2026

The Independent UK

Sam Prendergast gets fly half nod and James Lowe left out as Ireland reveal team for Six Nations opener

Prendergast starts at fly half in a new-look Irish backline

The Independent UK

Rugby World Cup 2027 schedule released as England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland learn pool stage dates and locations

Steve Borthwick’s England travel to Brisbane to begin their campaign against Tonga, while hosts Australia kick the tournament off in Perth against Hong Kong

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