44 m. ago Munster v Ulster URC Preview: Five Changes for Hosts as Munster Look Strong Bet at

Munster v Ulster URC Preview: Five Changes for Hosts as Munster Look Strong Bet at -7 Friday night lights return to Thomond Park as Munster welcome Ulster in a mouth-watering BKT United Rugby Championship Round 17 clash (7.35pm, live on RTÉ and Premier Sports). With five changes to their starting line-up and home advantage, Graham […] The post Munster v Ulster URC Preview: Five Changes for Hosts as Munster Look Strong Bet at -7 appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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94 m. ago Skorts v shorts: ‘They’re awkward, and if it’s your time of the month it’s just not comfortable’

Fear of exposure is one of the most common issues raised by players in the skorts debate

Events

94 m. ago Lions squad announcement: Live updates as Andy Farrell’s selection for Australia tour unveiled

Squad to be announced at a live event in London

Politics

2 h. ago Black smoke emerges once again in the Vatican this morning as cardinals fail to elect new pope

The electors failed to reach a decision, but will be back at it at the Sistine Chapel this afternoon.

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2 h. ago Mikel Arteta claims Arsenal were the best team in this season’s Champions League

The Gunners’ hopes of silverware ended with a 3-1 aggregate defeat to Paris St Germain.

Sport

3 h. ago Global Racing League: Dettori, Moore & Buick Join $15M Series

  Global Racing League: Dettori, Moore & Buick Join $15M Series A revolutionary new franchise-led horse racing league is set to launch in 2026, with 12 of the world’s top jockeys, including Frankie Dettori, Ryan Moore and William Buick, signed up to compete in the $15 million Global Racing League. Global Racing League puts jockeys […] The post Global Racing League: Dettori, Moore & Buick Join $15M Series appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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4 h. ago Skorts controversy: Camogie Association calls special congress to vote on issue

Camogie Association said it recognised that waiting until 2026 ‘is not acceptable for many’

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4 h. ago Ten Players Confirmed to Leave Leinster Rugby at End of 2024/25 Season

Leinster Rugby Confirm Ten Departures Ahead of 2025/26 Season Leinster Rugby have confirmed a significant squad reshuffle heading into the 2025/26 campaign, with ten players set to move on from the province at the conclusion of the current season. Among the most high-profile exits is veteran prop Cian Healy, who will retire after a glittering […] The post Ten Players Confirmed to Leave Leinster Rugby at End of 2024/25 Season appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

Sport

5 h. ago Louth v Meath: Underdog Louth Carry the Value in Historic Leinster Final at Croke Park

Louth v Meath: Underdog Louth Carry the Value in Historic Leinster Final at Croke Park Date: Sunday, May 11 Time: 4:15pm Venue: Croke Park, Dublin Live on: RTÉ Odds: Meath 4/6 | Louth 6/4 | Draw 13/2 Tip: Louth to win at 6/4 – the standout bet of the weekend A classic Leinster rivalry returns […] The post Louth v Meath: Underdog Louth Carry the Value in Historic Leinster Final at Croke Park appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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5 h. ago Ireland weather: 10 day heat surge 'confirmed' as Met Eireann forecasts 'summer preview'

Ireland weather: 10 day heat surge 'confirmed' as Met Eireann forecasts 'summer preview'  Irish Mirror

Society

5 h. ago Antrim v Dublin: Corrigan Park Hosts Crucial Leinster Hurling Round 3 Clash

Antrim v Dublin: Corrigan Park Hosts Crucial Leinster Round 3 Clash Venue: Corrigan Park, Belfast Date & Time: Saturday, May 10th, 4:00pm Broadcast: Live on GAA+ Odds: Dublin 1/8 | Draw 20/1 | Antrim 8/1 Handicap: Dublin -8 Tip: Antrim +8 Dublin travel north to face Antrim in Round 3 of the Leinster Senior Hurling […] The post Antrim v Dublin: Corrigan Park Hosts Crucial Leinster Hurling Round 3 Clash appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

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5 h. ago Clare v Tipperary: Banner Eye Crucial Win in Live Munster Hurling Battle at Cusack Park

Clare v Tipperary: Banner Eye Crucial Win in Live Munster Hurling Battle at Cusack Park The stakes couldn’t be higher this Saturday evening as Clare host Tipperary in Round 3 of the Munster Senior Hurling Championship at Cusack Park, Ennis (6pm, live on GAA+). With both counties sitting on a single point after two rounds, […] The post Clare v Tipperary: Banner Eye Crucial Win in Live Munster Hurling Battle at Cusack Park appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

Events

6 h. ago Galway v Wexford: Tribesmen Favourites in Crucial Leinster Hurling Championship Clash

Galway v Wexford: Tribesmen Favourites in Crucial Leinster Championship Clash Galway will look to bounce back from their recent defeat to Kilkenny when they host Wexford in a vital Leinster Senior Hurling Championship Round Robin fixture. Both counties come into this encounter with two points apiece, having won one and lost one from their opening […] The post Galway v Wexford: Tribesmen Favourites in Crucial Leinster Hurling Championship Clash appeared first on SportsNewsIreland.

Politics

6 h. ago Donald Trump to announce ‘major trade deal' with UK on Thursday

It would mark the first deal agreed upon since Mr Trump’s ‘liberation day’ announcement of global tariffs last month.

Politics

7 h. ago After black smoke last night, cardinals return to the conclave to elect a new pope

The electors failed to reach a decision on day one, but will be back at it at the Sistine Chapel this morning.

Events

7 h. ago Black smoke emerges once again this morning in the Vatican as cardinals aim to elect a new pope

The electors failed to reach a decision on day one, but will be back at it at the Sistine Chapel this morning.

Events

7 h. ago ‘No chance of sanctions’: We asked all 14 Irish MEPs for their view on the EU’s response to Israel

As members of the EU celebrate Europe Day today, we asked Irish MEPs to reflect on the bloc’s response to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Politics

7 h. ago Miriam Lord: Skorts the order of the day as SF women make co

The outcry over the camogie skorts rule made its way from the pitch to the plinth, and ultimately on to the floor of the Dáil

Politics

7 h. ago How Northern Ireland commemorates the second World War on the 80th anniversary of VE Day

How Northern Ireland commemorates the second World War on the 80th anniversary of VE Day  The Irish Times

Events

7 h. ago Dave Hannigan: Why Bill Belichick’s relationship with woman 49 years younger has America rapt

Once nicknamed Doom, legendary NFL coach has undergone an image transformation since finding love

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