Arsenal to Play Barcalona for Joan Gamper Trophy on August 4

Arsenal to Play Barcalona for Joan Gamper Trophy on August 4

Arsenal will complete their pre-season campaign with a friendly against La Liga champions Barcelona in the Joan Gamper Trophy at the Nou Camp on August 4. Barcelona host the annual match in honor of Joan Gamper, a founding member, player...
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Cech Returns to Chelsea as Technical and Performance Advisor

Cech Returns to Chelsea as Technical and Performance Advisor

Petr Cech has returned “home” to Chelsea as technical and performance adviser, a role bridging the board and coaching staff. Former Blues goalkeeper Cech will adopt a similar position to that previously held by Michael Emenalo, the technical director who.....
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Government Urged to Appoint Victims’ Commissioner to Investigate Troubles’ Killings in Ireland

Government Urged to Appoint Victims’ Commissioner to Investigate Troubles’ Killings in Ireland

The Government has been urged to appoint a victims’ commissioner and set up a body to investigate Troubles-related killings in Ireland. A senior researcher on the legacy of Northern Ireland’s Troubles said the government should also establish a Victims For...
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Tributes Paid to Mikael Lustig as Defender Calls Time on Celtic Career

Tributes Paid to Mikael Lustig as Defender Calls Time on Celtic Career

Neil Lennon has revealed it was Mikael Lustig’s decision to call time on his Celtic career. The Hoops boss led the tributes to the Swede after the 32-year-old announced he was moving on after seven-and-a-half years at Parkhead. The right-back...
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Outgoing PSNI Chief Meets President Higgins in Dublin

Outgoing PSNI Chief Meets President Higgins in Dublin

The outgoing police chief of Northern Ireland has visited President Michael D Higgins at his official residence in Dublin. Retiring chief constable of the Police Service of Northern Ireland George Hamilton, who was awarded a knighthood in the Queen’s Birthda...
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The Era of Online Self-Regulation is Over, Says Coveney

The Era of Online Self-Regulation is Over, Says Coveney

The days of self-regulation in the online industry are over, the Dail has heard. Tánaiste Simon Coveney said the State needs to get involved in protecting vulnerable children and young people from cyber bullying and pornographic material. Mr Coveney admitted....
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England Top Their Group After Defeating Japan

England Top Their Group After Defeating Japan

England finished their Women’s World Cup Group D matches in top spot and with a 100% record after Ellen White’s brace steered them to a 2-0 win against Japan in Nice. The Lionesses, who had already qualified for the last...
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Scotland Crash Out After Blowing Three Goal Lead Over Argentina

Scotland Crash Out After Blowing Three Goal Lead Over Argentina

Scotland crashed out of the Women’s World Cup in heart-breaking fashion after letting slip a three-goal lead to draw 3-3 with Argentina. Shelley Kerr’s side appeared on course for the win they needed in their final group game as goals...
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Out&About

Out&About

By Paddy McCarthy The Irish Repertory Theatre’s Annual Gala, held last Monday was a night to remember as one of the biggest and best events that I have ever attended. I just relished the fact that I was among an...
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New National Childcare Scheme Could Force Single Parents Out of Work

New National Childcare Scheme Could Force Single Parents Out of Work

The Government’s National Childcare Scheme will force single parents out of work, according to a representative group. Single Parents Acting For Rights of Kids (Spark) says the new scheme, launched by Children’s Minister Katherine Zappone in March this yea...
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