14th May 2008
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Harrington hoping for historic repeat Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 20:21
Padraig Harrington begins the defence of his Irish Open title at Adare Manor on Thursday in the hope that the tournament can kickstart his season like it did last year.
Clarke sacrifices US Open Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 19:39
Darren Clarke has added the Wales Open to his schedule in a bid to boost his Ryder Cup chances - but as a result has decided not to try to qualify for the United States Open.
Vital hospice jobs 'not being filled' Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 19:15
Vital jobs in hospices caring for dying adults and children are not being filled, an Oireachtas committee heard today.
Calderon's Ronaldo hopes fade Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 18:56
Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon has all but admitted defeat in his bid to lure Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo away from Old Trafford, despite reports he is ready to offer €126 million for the winger.
McAleese extends sympathy to China Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 18:37
President McAleese today contacted the Chinese ambassador to express her sympathy on behalf of the Irish people to the Chinese president and people over the earthquake in Sichuan province.
FG criticises ministerial appointments Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 18:33
Fine Gael this evening criticised Taoiseach Brian Cowen for failing to reduce the number of junior ministers in Government.
Iseq dragged down by bank stocks Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 18:23
After a respectable run on Monday when many European exchanges were on holidays, the Iseq index of shares ended the day down 113.72 to 6,375.
Tobacco photo warnings move closer Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 18:06
Minister for Health and Children Ms Mary Harney is to introduce legislation to allow for combined text and photo warnings on tobacco products, it was announced today.
Search in Pender case to resume tomorrow Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 17:46
Gardaí investigating the disappearance of Fiona Pender have finished their excavations at a wood in the midlands and plan to resume work tomorrow.
Ireland's eyes give Trapattoni hope Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 17:40
Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni is confident Stephen Ireland will return to the international arena after meeting with the player last week.
Five new Ministers of State appointed Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 17:05
Five new Ministers of State have been appointed in a significant shake-up of the junior ministerial ranks.
McGeechan to get Lions job tomorrow Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 16:58
Wasps director of rugby Ian McGeechan is expected to be confirmed as head coach of the 2009 British and Irish Lions tomorrow - and dissenting voices are impossible to find.
O'Faolain recalled as woman of 'wit, grace and humour' Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 16:18
The late Irish journalist and author Nuala O’Faolain was a steadfast friend and a woman of wit, grace and humour, mourners at her funeral heard today.
Chambers Ireland rolls behind Lisbon Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 16:10
Chambers Ireland said today that the "vast majority" of its members supported ratification of the Lisbon Treaty.
Gardaí in Omagh case defend actions Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 15:29
Garda surveillance officers who followed the movements of a man accused of being responsible for the Omagh bombing today denied collaborating to make statements.
Leinster move to defuse Knox row Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 14:43
Leinster have moved swiftly to minimise the embarrassment caused by former back's coach David Knox's disparaging comments regarding Declan Kidney and Munster.
Keane and Dunne skip Portugal camp Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 14:42
Republic of Ireland captain Robbie Keane and defender Richard Dunne will not travel to the training camp in Portugal ahead of Giovanni's Trapattoni's first game in charge against Serbia on May 24th.
HSE defends childcare services Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 13:38
The Health Service Executive (HSE) has today defended the funding and staffing available for childcare services amid criticism from social workers and Opposition parties.
Rules in danger of being scrapped Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 13:17
This year's proposed International Rules series is in danger of collapse due to a scheduling dispute between the GAA and the Australian Football League.
Commission opens Lisbon campaign Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 12:32
The Referendum Commission today opened a €5 million information campaign on the Lisbon Treaty referendum, which will be held on June 12th.
McGrath, Flanagan pick up awards Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 12:14
Attention may now be fully focused on the championship but the GPA took a little time out to reflect on the latter stages of the leagues when announcing their players-of-the-month for April.
Policeman injured in Tyrone car blast Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 12:13
A police officer suffered serious leg injuries after a device exploded under his car when he was on his way to work in Co Tyrone last night.
Police officers injured in NI crash Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 12:06
Two police officers have been injured in a car crash in Northern Ireland.
Woods on course for US Open Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 11:11
Tiger Woods is on course to be fit to play in the US Open after surgery on his left knee. He has only chipped and putted so far but the world number one is targeting a return to action at the Memorial Tournament in Ohio at the end of the month.
Omagh case to proceed in Dublin Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 10:42
A British judge will rule in an Irish courtroom today as the landmark civil action over the Omagh bombing takes another groundbreaking step.
Vainikolo left out of England squad Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 10:29
Steve Borthwick will captain England on their New Zealand tour next month. Bath lock Borthwick has been handed leadership duties in the absence of regular skipper Phil Vickery, who misses appointments with the All Blacks in Auckland and Christchurch due to a knee injury.
Chelsea make €50m Torres bid Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 09:43
Reports in Spain this morning claim that Liverpool have rejected a huge bid from Chelsea for Fernando Torres.
Two men arrested over Meath death Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 08:54
Gardai have arrested two men in relation to the fatal stabbing of a man in Co Meath early on St Stephen's Day last year.
Bosingwa delighted with dream move Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 08:34
New Chelsea recruit Jose Bosingwa has realised a "dream" by moving to the Premier League and has told the club's fans he is coming to Stamford Bridge "to win titles".
Galway to get new 'cultural quarter' Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 08:10
Galway councillors have agreed to develop a cultural quarter around the historic Spanish Arch area.
Late strike gives Leeds some hope Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 07:20
Dougie Freedman threw Leeds a promotion lifeline deep into stoppage-time after Carlisle had stolen a two-goal advantage in the first leg of their League One play-off semi-final.
Woman killed in Co Kerry car crash Tuesday, 13th May, 2008 06:06
A woman in her 50s was killed in a road crash involving a Bus Éireann bus in Co Kerry last night.