IRISH sport is seldom just about the field of play. It’s often tangled up with history, migration, religion, class, politics, pride, heartbreak (inevitably) and occasionally unfettered joy — such as Troy Parrot’s goals that have kept Ireland in the World Cup. A clutch of recent literary releases reminds us why the games we play matter far beyond the scoreboard. Brendan Murphy … [Read more...] about Sports books that tell the story of Ireland’s games and gamemakers
Sports books that tell the story of Ireland’s games and gamemakers
Man appears in court charged with murder of Co. Donegal businessman
A MAN has appeared in court charged with the murder of a Co. Donegal businessman. Michael Maloney, 32, of Loughross Point in Ard an Rátha appeared at a special sitting of Letterkenny District Court on Tuesday in connection with the death of Stephen McCahill. The 66-year-old publican was found dead following an assault at his Ardara home in the early hours of Monday, January … [Read more...] about Man appears in court charged with murder of Co. Donegal businessman
Man in critical condition following Co. Tyrone collision
A MAN is in a critical condition in hospital following a two-vehicle collision in Co. Tyrone. The incident occurred on Annaghilla Road in Augher shortly after 8am today. Police are now appealing for witnesses or anyone with information on the matter to contact them. "We received a report of a collision between a white Audi A4 and a yellow Renault lorry just before 8.10am," said … [Read more...] about Man in critical condition following Co. Tyrone collision
Taoiseach meets Xi Jinping in China amid EU tariff negotiations
TAOISEACH Micheál Martin and Chinese President Xi Jinping have met in China at the beginning of a four-day official visit. Ireland is seeking to strengthen its ties amid a backdrop of rising trade barriers between the US, the EU and China. The meeting took place at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, where Mr Martin urged greater openness in commerce and business, … [Read more...] about Taoiseach meets Xi Jinping in China amid EU tariff negotiations
Warning issued to residents in Northern Ireland as ‘high risk’ fire season continues
RESIDENTS in Northern Ireland have been urged to be vigilant over fire safety at home this month as the peak season for house fires continues. The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) has warned people to make fire safety a part of their New Year routine, as the cold months make incidents of accidental house fires more likely. “We all know how long, dark and cold … [Read more...] about Warning issued to residents in Northern Ireland as ‘high risk’ fire season continues