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Duhan van der Merwe scored three of the best tries of the Six Nations but was also accountable for three tries conceded by Scotland. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Six Nations: Scotland were sublime in attack but Ireland showed defence wins

The burnt door of Bordeaux's city hall, is pictured the day after it was set on fire by demonstrators during a rally against pension reform.

Why King Charles visit needed to be cancelled as France focuses on own problems

The King's state visit to France, the first of his reign, has been postponed, the French Presidency said, amid protests in the country over retirement age reforms. Issue date: Friday March 24, 2023.

King’s state visit to France postponed amid widespread retirement age protests

King Charles III and Queen Consort’s state trip to France cancelled

A French gendarme stands next to smoke during a demonstration as part of a national day of strikes and protests, a week after the French government pushed a pensions reform through parliament without a vote, using the article 49.3 of the constitution, in Nantes, western France, on March 23, 2023

French unions call for more strikes during King Charles III’s visit

This year's song contest will take place in Rotterdam, with the grand final held on Saturday 22 May (Photo: Shutterstock)

Eurovision 2023: running order for semi-finals in Liverpool announced

Eurovision in Liverpool is just under two months away.

Eurovision: This is when semi-finals running order will be announced

The potential for tidal energy in France is 'huge', says Nova. Picture: contributed.

Tidal power firm Nova Innovation makes French debut, and eyes broader EU market

Duhan van der Merwe is airborne as scores his spectacular try against Italy. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Images

Duhan van der Merwe rates his spectacular tries - and there is only one winner

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend is to have more talks on his future. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Gregor Townsend addresses his Scotland future and outlines World Cup plans

Scotland's Jamie Ritchie with the Cuttitta Cup after the 26-14 win over Italy.

Six Nations verdict: Townsend on Kinghorn’s future and need for more accuracy

Scotland's Luke McConnell walks through the Italian guard of honour after the 17-40 defeat at Scotstoun in the Under-20 Six Nations. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Scotland Under-20s suffer second half collapse in crushing defeat to Italy

The Six Nations trophy

Italy v Wales Six Nations 2023 - how to watch

Courtney Lawes made a successful return from injury as England beat Wales

England v France Six Nations 2023 - how to watch

Wales face Italy in the Six Nations

Italy v Wales Six Nations 2023 referee: Meet the man in charge

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and President of France, Emmanuel Macron after a group picture during the first UK-France summit in five years at Elysee Palace in Paris.

Rishi Sunak to hand France almost £500 million to tackle small boat crossings

England star Lewis Ludlam

England v France Six Nations 2023 referee: Meet the man in charge

Matt Fagerson scored Scotland's fifth try in the record 35-7 win over Wales at Murrayfield. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Scotland’s on-form forward says size isn’t everything ahead of his biggest game

Jonny Gray is favourite to replace the suspended Grant Gilchrist in Scotland's second row for the Six Nations clash with Ireland after stepping off the bench in the defeat to France in Paris. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Scotland team to play Ireland: One enforced change but still no Darcy Graham

Scotland and Ireland do battle this weekend in the Six Nations at BT Murrayfield.

Six Nations: TV details and kick-off time for Scotland v Ireland

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will meet with the President of France, Emmanuel Macron on Friday.

Analysis: Sunak to work with France on small boats, but MPs may not like it

Referee Nika Amashukeli shows a red card to Grant Gilchrist during the France v Scotland game. (Photo by Malcolm Mackenzie/ProSports/Shutterstock)

Scotland camp breaks silence on Grant Gilchrist ban delay

Celtic winger Mikey Johnston has switched international allegiance from Scotland to Republic of Ireland. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Celtic winger eyeing Ireland debut after switching allegiance from Scotland

Scotland's Grant Gilchrist was sent off against France by Georgian referee Nika Amashukeli. (Photo by ANNE-CHRISTINE POUJOULAT/AFP via Getty Images)

Why the delay? Insight into Grant Gilchrist hearing

Finn Russell (centre) after Scotland's win over Wales at Murrayfield last month. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

How Scotland can win the Six Nations and why bonus points could be crucial

George Horne, centre, celebrates Scotland's win over Wales last month. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Gutted to miss France game, Horne outlines determination to win Scotland recall

Members of French unions went on strike

Travel advice to France issued after massive strike announcement

Scotland centre Huw Jones grapples for the ball with France's Gael Fickou during the Six Nations defeat in Paris. (Photo by ANNE-CHRISTINE POUJOULAT/AFP via Getty Images)

Huw Jones on winning Scotland place back and why playing with Finn is a 'dream'

Scotland scrum-half Finn Russell looks dejected after the 32-21 defeat to France in Paris. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

'Best of all time' - What France said about Scotland after thriller in Paris

France centre Gael Fickou (bottom) scores the final try to condemn Scotland to a 32-21 defeat in Paris. (Photo by ANNE-CHRISTINE POUJOULAT/AFP via Getty Images)

Townsend targets Triple Crown after 'best display of Six Nations' in Paris

A real threat in the loose for Scotland, with a couple of bullocking runs. 7/10

How the Scotland players rated in Six Nations defeat to France in Paris

Scotland's lock Grant Gilchrist is red carded by Georgian referee Nika Amashukeli during the Six Nations match in Paris. (Photo by ANNE-CHRISTINE POUJOULAT/AFP via Getty Images)

Why Gilchrist was red carded - and how it could have been downgraded to yellow

Richie Gray during his time at Toulouse. He helped them win the 2019 Top 14 final at the Stade de France. (Photo by Billy Stickland/INPHO/Shutterstock)

Richie Gray on his Scotland renaissance and revelling in former glories in Paris

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