Varadkar pledges inquiry if lorry passed through Ireland after ‘human tragedy’
The Irish premier has said investigations will be undertaken if it is established a lorry carrying 39 bodies had passed through Ireland.
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Former Ireland international Quinlan says side must not hit ‘panic button’
Alan Quinlan believes Ireland must not hit the “panic button” after their seventh quarter-final defeat in nine World Cups.
Day 32 at the Rugby World Cup: England set up semi-final date with All Blacks
England and New Zealand sealed their respective places in the Rugby World Cup semi-finals with big wins over Australia and Ireland respectively.
Seven-try All Blacks crush Ireland to set up England semi-final clash
Aaron Smith’s two tries drove the merciless New Zealand a step closer to an unprecedented third-straight World Cup title with a 46-14 quarter-final victory over Ireland.
Explainer: What’s the difference between Johnson’s Brexit deal and May’s deal?
Depending on who is talking, the Brexit deal Boris Johnson negotiated with the EU ranges from being vastly different to his predecessor Theresa May’s deal, to being almost exactly the same.
Ireland fly-half Sexton warns New Zealand about strong-arm tactics
Johnny Sexton has warned New Zealand that any repeat of their strong-arm tactics from Dublin in 2016 will lead to red cards in Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final.
Schmidt backs O’Mahony to deliver under pressure of World Cup quarter-final
Joe Schmidt has backed “big moments player” Peter O’Mahony to deliver again when it matters most in Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand.
No room to get gaa-gaa emotional over potential All Blacks farewell – Hansen
Steve Hansen insists will not let emotion cloud New Zealand’s preparations for Saturday’s showdown with Ireland despite the potential for it to be his final game in charge.
Greg Feek has transformed Ireland’s set-piece threat – Cian Healy
Cian Healy believes Greg Feek’s ability to “unite” Ireland’s forwards into loving the scrum has transformed their set-piece threat.
Ireland will continue to count on Aki even after World Cup ban
Bundee Aki can still have a “massive” influence on Ireland’s World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand even under suspension, according to Simon Easterby.
Johnny Sexton says Ireland are hitting their peak ahead of All Blacks clash
Johnny Sexton has questioned the “strange” negativity around Ireland’s World Cup campaign, insisting Joe Schmidt’s men are ready to peak for the All Blacks.
Bundee Aki to miss rest of World Cup after red card upheld
Bundee Aki will miss the rest of the World Cup after receiving a three-match ban for his red card against Samoa.
Johnny Sexton says Ireland are hitting their peak ahead of All Blacks clash
Johnny Sexton has questioned the “strange” negativity around Ireland’s World Cup campaign, insisting Joe Schmidt’s men are ready to peak for the All Blacks.
Ireland fly specialist lawyer to Japan in bid to keep Aki’s World Cup alive
Ireland are flying a specialist lawyer into Japan in a bid to keep Bundee Aki’s World Cup alive.
DUP deputy leader warns mooted Brexit compromise ‘cannot work’
The DUP has poured cold water over a reported Brexit compromise to end the deadlock over the Northern Ireland backstop.
Joe Schmidt sweating on Bundee Aki suspension after red card in Samoa rout
Joe Schmidt has admitted he would be “pretty disappointed” if Bundee Aki’s red card against Samoa rules him out of the rest of the World Cup.
Day 25 at the Rugby World Cup: Ireland secure quarter-final place
Ireland are through to the World Cup quarter-finals after beating Samoa 47-5 in their Pool A match in Fukuoka.
Ireland sail into World Cup quarter-finals after seeing off Samoa
Johnny Sexton’s two-try turn dragged 14-man Ireland to the World Cup quarter-finals but Bundee Aki’s red card in the 47-5 win over Samoa could end his tournament.
UK and EU officials hold weekend talks as hopes of Brexit deal rise
British and EU officials will continue Brexit talks over the weekend amid rising speculation a deal is on the cards which could break the deadlock over the Irish border.
Samoa forward Lam hopes choosing country over a club will help spark change
Jack Lam hopes his decision to place national pride ahead of personal gain can spark lasting change for Samoa.