Two teachers have made a last-minute decision to walk away from the airport and stay at Euro 2016 in the hope of seeing the Republic of Ireland triumph. Emmet Vaughan, 37, and Stephen Murray, 31, from West Cork, want the boys in green to make more history following their dramatic 1-0 win over Italy.
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Irish supporter scores France match ticket thanks to 'gift of the gab'
An Irish fan in Lyon who clinched a ticket for the Republic’s big match against France is putting his success down to “gift of the gab”. Aidan McKenna, 41, from Keady, Co Armagh, spent three hours asking hundreds of passers-by in the city’s fan zone.
Fans dream of 'greatest Irish sporting day' as match with France looms
Republic of Ireland fans are hoping for “the greatest day in Irish sporting history” when their side takes on France in a Euro 2016 knock-out showdown. The boys in green face the tournament’s hosts in Lyon, fresh from their dramatic 1-0 victory over Italy in Lille which was hailed as a “miracle” by delighted fans.
Donald Trump cancels planned visit to Doonbeg golf resort
Donald Trump has cancelled a planned stop-off in Ireland at one of his golf resorts. After opening his revamped Turnberry resort in Scotland, handlers for the US presidential hopeful revealed Mr Trump had been unable to schedule a flying visit to Doonbeg, Co Clare, before heading home.
Biden says US wanted UK Remain vote but 'respects' Brexit decision
The US would have preferred a Remain vote in the EU referendum, US Vice President Joe Biden has said. In a wide-ranging speech at Dublin Castle, Mr Biden launched a scathing attack on “reactionary politicians and demagogues peddling xenophobia, nationalism and isolationism”.
Sinead O'Connor denies she threatened to jump off Chicago bridge
Singer Sinead O’Connor has dismissed reports suggesting she was missing and had threatened to jump off a bridge. The troubled Irish singer posted an update on her official Facebook page calling the report “false and malicious gossip”.
'Revenge' on menu for Irish fans ahead of game against France
Irish fans want “revenge” for Thierry Henry’s notorious handball heartache when the Republic face France in a Euro 2016 showdown. Ireland secured their place in the knockout stages in dramatic fashion when Robbie Brady headed the ball past the Italian keeper with just five minutes to go in Lille on Wednesday night.
Party time in Dublin as Ireland celebrates famous victory
Dublin is no stranger to parties, but the Irish capital exploded in celebration at around 9.40pm on Wednesday night with an intensity not seen in years. With five minutes of the do-or-die Euro 2016 tie left, anticipation was at fever pitch when Robbie Brady’s header hit the back of the Italian net, sparking euphoria for… Continue reading Party time in Dublin as Ireland celebrates famous victory
Dublin gathering remembers murdered MP Jo Cox
Murdered MP Jo Cox has been remembered at a gathering in central Dublin as a smart, funny and passionate public servant and activist who was destined for the top. Crowds gathered by the Irish capital’s iconic Ha’penny Bridge – as others gathered in cities worldwide – to pay tribute to the mother-of-two on what would… Continue reading Dublin gathering remembers murdered MP Jo Cox
Kenny rejects calls to dump controversial bin charges
Enda Kenny has rejected calls to dump controversial pay-by-weight bin charges after the Government was forced to negotiate a bill freeze for one year. Waste collectors around the country have signed up to a deal, after days of talks, that will cap current prices until July next year as long as houses do not increase… Continue reading Kenny rejects calls to dump controversial bin charges