‘Groundbreaking’ Alcohol Bill Passes Through Dáil
October 3, 2018 No Responses

‘Groundbreaking’ Alcohol Bill Passes Through Dáil

The Public Health Alcohol Bill has passed all stages in the Dáil this evening. The legislation has taken nearly three years to get through the house. It includes restrictions on advertising and sale of alcohol, and has faced stiff opposition...
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Champions League Wrap: Messi Gets Brace Against Spurs
October 3, 2018 No Responses

Champions League Wrap: Messi Gets Brace Against Spurs

Lionel Messi scored twice as Barcelona beat Tottenham 4-2 at Wembley to edge closer towards progression from Group B in the Champions League. Philippe Coutinho opened the scoring for Barca after just 92 seconds, firing into an unguarded net after...
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Colm Collins Says Rules Changes Demand Second Referee
October 3, 2018 No Responses

Colm Collins Says Rules Changes Demand Second Referee

Clare manager Colm Collins believes that a second referee will be required to manage the GAA’s proposed trial of experimental rules in Gaelic football. The five rules are the introduction of a sin bin, a limit of three consecutive hand-passes,...
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Ireland Could Have Two Time Zones in Summer After Brexit
October 3, 2018 No Responses

Ireland Could Have Two Time Zones in Summer After Brexit

Two time zones may exist on the island of Ireland from April next year if the UK leaves the EU without a deal. A Government spokesperson said the situation could happen after Cabinet was briefed on EU plans to remove...
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Pettis Predicts McGregor Victory
October 3, 2018 No Responses

Pettis Predicts McGregor Victory

Former UFC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis believes Conor McGregor is the rightful ruler of the 155lb division ahead of the Irishman’s showdown with Khabib Nurmagomedov this weekend. McGregor did not defend the lightweight title he won in November 20...
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New Rules Won’t End Dublin’s Dominance Says Moyles
October 3, 2018 No Responses

New Rules Won’t End Dublin’s Dominance Says Moyles

Former Meath captain Anthony Moyles says the proposed rule changes will do little to curb Dublin’s dominance in Gaelic football. A restriction in hand passes, a plan to have all sideline balls kicked forward and a new kick-out rule are...
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CSKA Moscow Score Shock Victory Over Real Madrid
October 2, 2018 No Responses

CSKA Moscow Score Shock Victory Over Real Madrid

Nikola Vlasic’s second minute strike proved just enough for CSKA Moscow to cling on for a famous win over defending champions Real Madrid in Champions League Group G. Vlasic pounced on a rare error by Toni Kroos to fire the...
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United and Valencia Play Out Dour Draw at Old Trafford
October 2, 2018 No Responses

United and Valencia Play Out Dour Draw at Old Trafford

Manchester United remain stuck in a rut after a stuttering goalless draw with Valencia that extends their winless run and keeps the pressure on Jose Mourinho. Background shenanigans, disjointed displays and poor results have put Old Trafford in the eye...
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Martin Claims Government ‘In Denial’ over Defense Forces’ Retention
October 2, 2018 No Responses

Martin Claims Government ‘In Denial’ over Defense Forces’ Retention

The Government has been accused of being in denial over a “retention crisis” in the Defense Forces. Opposition leader Micheál Martin said that morale in the Defense Forces is very low, with the number of personnel “seriously depleted”. The Fianna...
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DUP Express Concerns Over No-Deal Hard Border
October 2, 2018 No Responses

DUP Express Concerns Over No-Deal Hard Border

DUP leader Arlene Foster says she has “concerns” over the UK Chancellor’s claim that there may have to be a hard border in Ireland in the event of a no-deal Brexit. Philip Hammond is reported to have told a Tory...
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