Belfast court jails 89-year-old in sexual abuse cases after long PSNI investigation PAUL DUNLEAVY, a Christian Brother and former school principal, was sentenced in Belfast last week to 10 years imprisonment, after being found guilty of 36 non-recent sexual abuse offences relating to nine victims. The sentence will begin in May 2026 at the conclusion of his current sentence for … [Read more...] about Christian Brother sentenced to further 10 years
Christian Brother sentenced to further 10 years
Landmark study finds GAA’s value to Irish society is worth €2.87 billion
A study developed by Sheffield Hallam University's Sport Industry Research Group, with assistance from Manchester Metropolitan University and Ulster University, has found that the societal impact of the GAA on Ireland is valued at €2.87 billion. The report set out the economic impact across 32 counties and 1,600 volunteer-led clubs in Ireland. The GAA, LGFA, and Camogie … [Read more...] about Landmark study finds GAA’s value to Irish society is worth €2.87 billion
FAI CEO Courell confirms it’s only the Aviva Stadium for Euro 2028
FAI CEO David Courell has confirmed this week that UEFA has rejected the possibility of the Republic of Ireland hosting additional games at different venues for Euro 2028. The Republic of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, England, and initially Northern Ireland won the bid to co-host the tournament. However, due to redevelopment issues with Casement Park, Northern Ireland will no … [Read more...] about FAI CEO Courell confirms it’s only the Aviva Stadium for Euro 2028
Andy Farrell looking at ‘bigger picture’ after win over Australia
Ireland's Andy Farrell has claimed he is looking at the bigger picture, despite the team feeling sorry for themselves after their narrow win over Australia on Saturday. The Wallabies and Ireland played out a tense contest in which Ireland won 22-19, edging them out in the final moments. Australia ended the first half 13-5 up, but tries from Caelan Doris and a late effort from … [Read more...] about Andy Farrell looking at ‘bigger picture’ after win over Australia
Conor McManus is open to featuring for Monaghan in 2025
Monaghan legend Conor McManus has confirmed that if things go his way in terms of rehab, then there could be a scenario where he lines out for Monaghan in the upcoming season. McManus is 38, and his retirement from inter-county football is something that cannot be ruled out after 17 seasons. However, McManus has spoken on Off The Ball's Football Pod this week and revealed that … [Read more...] about Conor McManus is open to featuring for Monaghan in 2025