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Former rugby player Kate McCarthy finds new purpose in farming

Former Railway Union rugby player Kate McCarthy turned to farming after injuries ended her playing career, finding a new challenge and purpose in Co Clare.

SPORT 28 October 2026

Former rugby player Kate McCarthy finds new purpose in farming

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Green day: Ireland gear up for shinty showdown

Green day: Ireland gear up for shinty showdown

SPORT 21 October 2026

The Book Corner: Everything She Didn’t Say by Jane Casey is a page-turner

The Book Corner: Everything She Didn’t Say by Jane Casey is a page-turner

BOOKS 14 October 2026

Will competition changes produce new challengers in GAA and rugby?

Will competition changes produce new challengers in GAA and rugby?

Will competition changes produce new challengers in GAA and rugby?

SPORT 14 October 2026

Para swimmer Róisín Ní Riain: ‘I can show younger kids what is possible’

Para swimmer Róisín Ní Riain: ‘I can show younger kids what is possible’

Para swimmer Róisín Ní Riain: ‘I can show younger kids what is possible’

SPORT 7 October 2026

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Fintan McCarthy reveals 'kick up the ass' after rare World Championships setback

Fintan McCarthy reveals 'kick up the ass' after rare World Championships setback

‘Kick in the ass’ has come at an ideal time for Skibbereen Irish rower Fintan McCarthy as he deals with weight-division change.

SPORT 30 September 2026

Athlone Town Ladies ‘do us proud every week’, says CEO Steven Gray

Athlone Town Ladies ‘do us proud every week’, says CEO Steven Gray

CEO Steven Gray discusses the success of Athlone Town Ladies and why the club's women's and men's teams are viewed as one organisation.

SPORT 23 September 2026

A decade after Liam O'Neill's call, integration remains out of reach

A decade after Liam O'Neill's call, integration remains out of reach

Mary McAleese’s resignation has affected the GAA integration timeline. Is it destined to be kicked down the road once again?

SPORT 16 September 2026

The Book Corner: McManus delves into the hearts of Ireland

The Book Corner: McManus delves into the hearts of Ireland

Leitrim’s Kevin McManus has a gem on his hands with his latest title, The Light at Evening.

BOOKS 16 September 2026

Putting on a show at the Irish Open in Doonbeg

Putting on a show at the Irish Open in Doonbeg

The Irish Open is coming to Doonbeg with a lot of Donald Trump baggage attached.

SPORT 9 September 2026

‘Katie Taylor is a great Irish brand and role model’, says Boxing Ireland chief

Katie Taylor's sold-out Croke Park showdown will be a fitting send-off for one of Ireland's greatest sporting icons, according to Boxing Ireland chief executive Gary Stewart.

SPORT 2 September 2026

Is hurling being overshadowed as football enjoys a boom?

Is hurling being overshadowed as football enjoys a boom?

Gaelic football is enjoying strong momentum but questions emerge over hurling’s summer profile.

SPORT 26 August 2026

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Why protein and grass-fed create a positive outlook for Irish dairy

Bord Bia Head of Dairy David Kennedy spoke to Julian Mellentin, New Nutrition business founder, to explore the trends influencing dairy and what they could mean for Ireland’s grass-fed dairy sector.

Why protein and grass-fed create a positive outlook for Irish dairy

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