Woad, Once Europe’s Only Blue Dye, Is Rediscovered in France
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'France's title win feels like beginning of something'
The only surprise about France's historic Six Nations campaign is that they didn't win a Grand Slam, writes Tom English.BBC News - 23h -
Europe, stronger together
With wise policy, rearmament can for once be a source of unity rather than divisionFinancial Times - 3d -
Nato’s Rutte meets Trump with Europe’s security on the line
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France wins Six Nations after beating Scotland with record flourish
France saw off a resilient Scotland 35-16 and clinched the Six Nations title with a tournament-try record on Saturday. Coach Fabien Galthié's side needed only a victory at chilly Stade de France ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
New Raiders DB lured in by same coach that once lured back Charles Woodson
Once upon a time Charles Woodson said he would only return if the Raiders retained a certain coach. That coach is back he's attracting free agents.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Chicago dyes its river bright green as it opens St. Patrick's Day celebrations
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Germany to reach out to France and UK over sharing of nuclear weapons
But Friedrich Merz cautions such a move could not replace the US’s existing protective shield over Europe. Germany’s chancellor-to-be, Friedrich Merz, has said he will reach out to France and ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
Macron's diplomatic comeback: from France's domestic crisis to reshaping Europe's defense
French President Emmanuel Macron is back at the center of global diplomacyABC News - Mar. 9 -
After 80 years of transatlantic ties, Europe forges a new alliance
Germany, France and UK sweep away old rules in pledge to do ‘whatever it takes’ to defend Europe from Russian threat. When he rose to his feet at prime minister’s questions on Wednesday, Keir ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
Tens of thousands join pro-Europe rally in Rome, amid worries over European Union's plan to rearm
Tens of thousands of Italians have joined a pro-Europe rally in the center of Rome, waving blue European Union flags in a sign of support and unity amid a European push for rearmament that has ...ABC News - 1d -
Couple who found migrant on back of motorhome after France trip fined
The pair are given a £1,500 penalty after finding the young man once they arrived home in Essex.BBC News - 6d -
As US isolationism deepens, Europe needs to step up
A robust defensive capability would not only enable the EU to defend itself against Russia. It would also enable Brussels to stand up to Washington.The Hill - 2d -
England’s potential bus trip for Six Nations trophy is not only fork in road | Gerard Meagher
England will drive back to an empty stadium if France slip up, but their performance in Cardiff will define campaign. If all goes well for England, somewhere around half past nine on Saturday they ...The Guardian - 2d -
RFK Jr. wants artificial dyes out of America’s food, but it's not clear they’re harmful, scientist says
A priority for the Trump administration is to rid the food system of artificial dyes. Here's what experts say about if FD&Cs are safe to consume.CNBC - 2d -
Leverkusen rediscovers its late-goal magic in a 4-3 comeback win over Stuttgart in Bundesliga
Bayer Leverkusen rediscovered some of the late-goal magic from its title-winning season as Patrik Schick's added-time header sealed a 4-3 comeback win over Stuttgart in the Bundesliga on Sunday. ...Yahoo Sports - 11h -
As Trump and Putin menace Europe, I say this: vive le Churchillo-Gaullisme! | Timothy Garton Ash
Our continent must be prepared to defend itself, by combining the best of its two most influential traditions. Should we all be Gaullists now? In the language of France’s most important European ...The Guardian - 2d -
'Wounded Ireland aim to end Six Nations on a high'
Following a humbling defeat by France, wounded Ireland approach Six Nations Super Saturday with only slim hopes of winning the title.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Trump pardons convicted lawmaker once represented by the White House counsel
Trump pardons convicted Tennessee lawmaker once represented by the White House counsel.ABC News - 3d -
Man City's European hopes hit by draw vs. Brighton
Manchester City could only muster a 2-2 draw with Brighton on Saturday, dropping points in a blow to their hopes of playing in Europe next season.ESPN - 1d -
Why 10 House Democrats voted to censure Rep. Green
Censure was once rare. During the 20th century, only five House members were censured, for cases such as mail fraud and sexual misconduct.The Hill - 6d -
EV battery startup Northvolt files for bankruptcy in Sweden
Swedish firm unable to ‘secure the necessary financial conditions to continue in its current form’. Northvolt, the Swedish electric vehicle battery startup, has filed for bankruptcy in Sweden, ...The Guardian - 4d -
These free-agent signings didn't break the bank — but they were right on the money
There were only a couple perceived blue-chip talents that hit the market this spring, but that doesn't mean there weren't chances to get better. These teams did.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Rangers Vs. Blue Jackets Preview, Projected Lineup
The New York Rangers are all set for their matchup against the Columbus Blue Jackets tonight at 7 PM EST.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
After a Paris Olympics Controversy, Jordan Chiles Rediscovered Herself
A chaotic year featured a whirlwind of flights, appearances, sponsorship obligations and college classes, and still, somehow, room for gymnastics.The New York Times - 2d -
Europe's military personnel shortfalls exposed
The Trump administration’s warning last month that Europe must now take care of security in its own backyard raises troubling questionsABC News - 3d -
Try records fall as France ransack Dublin
France, and wing Louis Bielle-Biarrey in particular, have accumulated tries at an astonishing rate in this year's Six Nations.BBC News - 6d -
France overpower Scotland to win Six Nations title
France secured the Six Nations championship with a flourish - and quashed England's hopes - by ultimately overpowering a dogged Scotland in Paris.BBC News - 1d -
France v Scotland match preview, coverage & key stats
Preview, team news and match facts as Scotland seek to deny France the Six Nations title by winning at the Stade de France on Saturday.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
If even Germany is embracing higher spending, why on earth can’t Labour? | William Keegan
Russia has pushed Europe into a quasi-Keynesian approach to the defence budget. Only Britain insists on cutting help to the sick to pay for security. As the president of the US provokes trade and ...The Guardian - 1d -
Swedish Battery Maker Northvolt Collapses, a Blow to Europe
The company and its assets will be sold after it filed for bankruptcy in Sweden, sinking Europe’s best hope for competing against Asian rivals.The New York Times - 4d -
Trump’s Unpredictable Tariffs Cloud Europe’s Economic Outlook
The mood at a gathering of central bankers, economists and analysts in Europe was somewhat bewildered, as they assessed the unpredictability of trade policy and geopolitics.The New York Times - 4d -
Measles highest in 25 years in Europe, WHO says
Children under five constituted more than 40% of the cases reported in Europe and Central Asia last year.BBC News - 3d -
The enduring love between Europe and the US will last long past today’s tensions
The ties between Europe and America run much deeper than the war in Ukraine.The Hill - 15h -
France v Scotland, Six Nations 2025: What time is today’s kick-off and what TV channel is it on?
France and Scotland bring the curtain down on their 2025 Six Nations campaigns with a fifth-round clash at Stade de France.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
France angry after Dupont suffers 'serious' injury
France head coach Fabien Galthie fears captain Antoine Dupont has sustained a "serious" knee injury during their Six Nations victory over Ireland.BBC News - Mar. 8 -
France captain Dupont has cruciate knee injury
France captain Antoine Dupont ruptured cruciate ligaments in his knee during Les Bleus' Six Nations win over Ireland on Saturday.BBC News - Mar. 9 -
Lady Trojans win state!
DAYTON —Finally, at long last, storied and basketball tradition-rich Portsmouth High School is a city of champions once again. Only this time, it's the Lady Trojans taking home hardware —the ...Yahoo Sports - 1d
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