Jordan Devey, a 38-year-old retired NFL offensive lineman who won Super Bowl XLIX with the New England Patriots, died by suicide, leaving behind a wife and four children.
Isobella Perrie Sullivan, 25, a law student from County Kildare, was charged with possessing explosives after a bomb was found in her car near Carrickmacross, County Monaghan. Her defence claims she was unaware of the bag's contents, allegedly tasked to transport it to Northern Ireland.
Irish police intercepted an "extremely significant" car bomb with suspected military-grade explosives near the Irish border in Co Monaghan, targeting dissident republicans. Two suspects, a woman in her twenties and a man in his forties, have been arrested.
Irish police discovered an "extremely significant" bomb in a vehicle near the Northern Ireland border, leading to the arrest of a woman in her 20s and a man in his 40s. The incident in County Monaghan underscores the persistent threat from dissident republicans despite the 1998 Good Friday Agreement.
Irish police intercepted a car carrying an "extremely significant" bomb in County Monaghan, preventing an attack in Northern Ireland. A woman was charged, a man remains in custody, and the New IRA is suspected of responsibility.
Ireland has recovered 99 infant and child remains from the former Tuam mother and baby home in County Galway. An ongoing forensic excavation and DNA analysis aim to identify victims and provide answers to families, decades after hundreds of children died at the institution, run by the Bon Secours Sisters from 1925-1961.
India captain Shreyas Iyer has urged his team to shed the fear of failure and express themselves freely in the upcoming T20I series against Zimbabwe, following a winless tour of England and Ireland. He believes the challenging phase has helped the team identify areas for improvement.
Jennifer Poole's brother, Jason, successfully campaigned for "Jennie's Law" in the Republic of Ireland, a new public register for domestic violence convictions. The law, signed by President Catherine Connolly, aims to prevent future tragedies by making perpetrators' violent histories accessible, following Jennifer's murder by an ex-partner whose past was unknown.
Manchester City, Chelsea, and Tottenham have made significant summer signings, while Liverpool focuses on player retention under new management. Chelsea faces financial scrutiny after reporting a substantial loss amidst heavy spending, as clubs prepare for pre-season tours and cup qualifiers.
Belfast boxer Caoimhin Agyarko will challenge IBF light-middleweight champion Josh Kelly in Saudi Arabia on Saturday, aiming to become Ireland's first black world champion. The 30-year-old has overcome career setbacks and a past unprovoked attack to reach this pivotal fight.
Newcastle United are in advanced talks to sign Republic of Ireland forward Leanne Kiernan from Liverpool. The 27-year-old, who spent last season on loan at Nottingham Forest, still has over a year on her Liverpool contract, meaning a fee would be expected for the transfer.
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi returns to Harare Sports Club for a T20I series with the senior India team against Zimbabwe, four months after his U-19 World Cup triumph there. He aims to leverage his familiarity with the venue to bounce back from a challenging senior debut against England.
Hashmatullah Shahidi has stepped down as Afghanistan's ODI captain with immediate effect, ending his leadership role after a 3-0 series loss to India. He will continue as a player, having led the team to significant successes, including a 2025 Champions Trophy spot.
India's T20I vice-captain Tilak Varma addressed the team's recent back-to-back series defeats against Ireland and England, attributing challenges to adapting to overseas conditions. He stressed the importance of learning from setbacks, maintaining a positive team environment, and regaining momentum ahead of the upcoming T20I series against Zimbabwe.
Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza expressed confidence in his team's ability to compete with India in the upcoming three-match T20I series, citing recent consistent performance and viewing both teams as being in a rebuilding phase, rejecting notions of Indian dominance.
Eighteen-year-old Maya Merhige completed the 21.4-mile North Channel swim from Ireland to Scotland in 12 hours, 19 minutes, 37 seconds. This marks her fifth successful swim in the Oceans Seven challenge, aiming to become the youngest person to achieve this feat and earn a Guinness World Record while raising funds for pediatric cancer research.
Public health doctors state that poorly executed workplace disciplinary investigations cost the UK economy £28.5bn annually. The UK Faculty of Public Health (FPH) argues these flawed processes prioritize procedure over people, causing significant harm to employees and organizations, likening the issue to smoking or bad diet.
Cựu vô địch UFC Conor McGregor đã phải bỏ cuộc chỉ sau 69 giây tại UFC 329 do chấn thương chân, nối dài chuỗi thất vọng và đặt tương lai sự nghiệp vào bất định. Chủ tịch UFC Dana White cho biết ban đầu nghi ngờ McGregor bị đứt dây chằng chéo trước (ACL).
Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) responded to 151 operational incidents, including 54 bonfire-related calls, between Saturday evening and Sunday morning. Firefighters faced a hostile crowd in Cookstown and dealt with significant property damage in Greenisland.
A report reveals the NHS is unable to perform 1.5 million operations annually due to a severe shortage of anaesthetists. Over 8 million patients are on waiting lists, with the lack of specialists preventing around 4,000 procedures daily and impacting patient health.
Hayley Matthews scored 159 and took 3 wickets as West Indies women beat Ireland by nine wickets in the first ODI. Ireland posted 269, with Amy Hunter scoring 96, but Matthews' century led WI to victory.
Loyalists in Northern Ireland burned a replica mosque atop a bonfire, adorned with anti-Islam flags, before police could intervene. The incident follows recent race riots and has been condemned by human rights groups as an incitement to hatred.
A 12-year Samuel Beckett Biennale will feature experimental "performed readings" across Ireland and Britain, exploring the playwright's complex relationship with his Irish identity. Events will trace his footsteps, challenging the notion of him being an "Irishman but not an Irish writer."
India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate expressed disappointment with the team's overseas T20I performance, stating players need to accept underachievement and adapt to challenging conditions. This follows series losses to Ireland and England, with the latter marking a historic defeat for India.
