Ireland

Island in the North Atlantic

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Ireland is an island in the North Atlantic. It is separated from Great Britain to its east by the North Channel, the Irish Sea, and St George's Channel. Ireland is the second-largest island of the British Isles, the third-largest in Europe, and the twentieth-largest on Earth.

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DUP to immediately quit Ireland north/south political bodies DUP leader Sir Jeffery Donaldson says his party will immediately withdraw from Irish north/south political bodies over the NI Protocol. He stresses the Protocol has made the current arrangement.. Credit: ODN Duration: 02:34Published 2 weeks ago

Ireland fines WhatsApp €225m for breaking EU data protection rules Infringements relating to multiple GDPR articles were found. The Facebook-owned messaging platform was also cited for failing to meet its "transparency obligations". Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 04:13Published 3 weeks ago

Irish Football Association introduces equal pay for men and women Ireland's Football Association announced on Monday that the men's and women's national teams will receive the same match fee. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:32Published 3 weeks ago

Macron speaks about global corporate tax rate in visit to Ireland The OECD's global minimum corporate tax rate of 15% and Afghanistan were on the agenda during Emmanuel Macron's visit. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:00Published on August 27, 2021

Opportunities on the horizon: the platform promoting Europe's best innovation and research Business Planet heads to Ireland to take a look at an online hub that’s creating new investment opportunities for EU backed research and innovation. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 04:00Published on August 6, 2021


Dubin's Gaiety Theatre to reopen for limited show The Gaiety Theatre, one of the oldest in Ireland, will reopen with a limited audience capacity of 50.However, due to Government restrictions and uncertainty over full capacity productions, the.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:12Published on August 4, 2021

Tokyo 2020 round-up: Ireland win first gold medal of Games Ireland won their first gold medal of Tokyo 2020 as Mallory Franklin claimed silver in the canoe slalom and Matthew Coward-Holley won bronze in the men's trap final. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:49Published on July 29, 2021

Indoor dining available again in Ireland's pubs and restaurants Indoor dining in pubs and restaurants has reopened across Ireland, marking a significant step for the hospitality sector.Brian Conlan, owner of Slattery's Bar in Dublin, said he was "delighted to be.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:40Published on July 26, 2021

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Irish president defends decision not to attend church service marking Northern Ireland's centenary The Irish president has defended his decision to decline an invitation to a church service to mark Northern Ireland's centenary, which will be attended by the Queen. Sky News - Published 4 days ago
Gap agrees tie-up to sell clothes via Next in the UK following store closures US fashion brand Gap is to sell its wares in the UK and Ireland via a deal with Next - after announcing earlier this year that its own stores would close. Sky News - Published 4 days ago
First black Miss Ireland reveals she's suffered racism and bullying since win The first ever black Miss Ireland says she has received racist abuse since winning the title this week. Sky News - Published 2 weeks ago

Police release dramatic footage of arrest in Spain of fugitive wanted over 2016 Dublin shooting Police in Spain have released dramatic footage of the arrest of notorious Irish fugitive Gerry Hutch in a restaurant last week. Sky News - Published on August 17, 2021
Tokyo Olympics: Great Britain beat Ireland to reach quarter-finals - highlights Watch highlights as goals from Great Britain's Susannah Townsend and Hannah Martin secure a 2-0 victory over Ireland to book their place in the quarter-finals at the Tokyo Olympics. BBC Sport - Published on July 31, 2021
UK and Ireland among five nations most likely to survive a collapse of global civilisation - study The UK and Ireland are among five nations most likely to survive a collapse of global civilisation, researchers have said. Sky News - Published on July 28, 2021

Ireland to offer COVID vaccine to adolescents aged 12-15 Ireland could offer coronavirus vaccines to adolescents aged 12-15 as early as next month after opening its programme to 16 and 17-year olds on Tuesday. Sky News - Published on July 27, 2021
Tokyo Olympics: Ireland select 200m runner Leon Reid in athletics squad for Games Sprinter Leon Reid, currently on bail after pleading not guilty to drugs and firearms charges, is included in the Ireland athletics squad for the Olympic Games. BBC Sport - Published on July 8, 2021
James Ryan: Ireland captain starts against Japan after injury concern Ireland captain James Ryan is passed fit to start in Saturday's first summer Test against Japan in Dublin. BBC Sport - Published on July 1, 2021
Gap to close all stores across UK and Ireland and move online-only Gap is to close all of its stores in the UK and Ireland, the American fashion retailer has announced. Sky News - Published on June 30, 2021

Ireland delays return of indoor hospitality - and will limit it to those who've had COVID or been jabbed Ireland is to restrict indoor hospitality to those who are fully vaccinated or who have previously been infected with COVID-19, the country's prime minister has announced. Sky News - Published on June 29, 2021
James Ryan: Second row an injury worry for Ireland game against Japan Ireland second row James Ryan is an injury worry for Saturday's summer Test against Japan in Dublin because of an adductor issue. BBC Sport - Published on June 28, 2021
'Nobody would talk about it': Film producer's murder in tiny Irish town remains shrouded in mystery The brutal murder of a French film producer more than two decades ago has scarred the tiny town of Schull on the southwest coast of Ireland. Sky News - Published on June 19, 2021	Breakthrough over Irish language set to keep power-sharing in Stormont on track The British government has agreed to introduce an Irish language act in Northern Ireland if Stormont fails to do so by the end of September. Sky News - Published on June 17, 2021
'The cracks are just getting worse every day': In Ireland, thousands of homes are crumbling Homeowners affected by Ireland's latest defective homes scandal have vowed to continue battling for full redress from the government. Sky News - Published on June 16, 2021	Ireland to impose tighter restrictions on British travellers amid Delta variant concerns The Irish government is set to announce an increase to the self-isolation period for British travellers, going up from five days to 10. Sky News - Published on June 15, 2021
EuroHockey Championship: England beat Ireland to boost World Cup hopes England come from a goal down to beat Ireland at the EuroHockey Championships and keep their World Cup qualification hopes alive. BBC Sport - Published on June 11, 2021	EuroHockey Championships: Spain through to semi-finals after 1-1 draw with Ireland Watch highlights as Spain draw 1-1 with Ireland to secure their place in the semi-finals of the EuroHockey Championship in Amsterdam. BBC Sport - Published on June 9, 2021
'An amazing day for Ireland': Punters return to pubs for first time in six months as restrictions lifted across country Banjo musician Anthony Ward takes a long draught of Guinness and looks like he is savouring every drop. Sky News - Published on June 7, 2021	EuroHockey Championships: Ireland beat Scotland with crucial late goal Watch highlights as Naomi Carroll's 46th-minute goal gave Ireland a huge 1-0 win over Scotland at the EuroHockey Championships in Amsterdam. BBC Sport - Published on June 7, 2021
Kyle Sinckler called up by British and Irish Lions to replace Andrew Porter England prop Kyle Sinckler is called up to the British and Irish Lions squad for the tour of South Africa after an injury to Ireland's Andrew Porter. BBC Sport - Published on June 6, 2021	Matt LeBlanc is Ireland's Favorite Uncle in 'Friends' Reunion Show The "Friends: the Reunion" show was really awesome, but one of the stars is shining brighter than the others in a land far far away. Matt LeBlanc has become the obsession of Ireland. Social media is.. TMZ.com - Published on May 31, 2021
Giro d'Italia: Martin wins first stage as Yates gains time on Bernal Ireland's Dan Martin wins his first ever stage at the Giro d'Italia as Britain's Simon Yates reduces the gap to overall leader Egan Bernal. BBC Sport - Published on May 26, 2021	Two detectives shot and wounded in Dublin gun battle A man is in custody after two members of the Garda Siochana (Irish police service) were shot and wounded in an exchange of gunfire. Sky News - Published on May 25, 2021
Ireland rejects Biden's global corporate tax plans and will keep 12.5% rate Ireland has no plans to increase its corporate tax rate - one of the lowest in the developed world - the country's finance minister has told Sky News, which could scupper Joe Biden's radical scheme.. Sky News - Published on May 25, 2021	Ireland v Scotland T20 series: Scots defeat hosts in Stormont opener Scotland secure an 11-run victory over Ireland in the first of four T20 games between the sides in Belfast this week. BBC Sport - Published on May 24, 2021
Ireland and Australia miss out on spot in Eurovision final The Eurovision Song Contest is officially under way this year, with the first semi-final taking place in Rotterdam on Tuesday night. Sky News - Published on May 19, 2021	Ireland getting back to normal as restrictions on gatherings, shopping and travel ease Life in Ireland is returning to normal with the easing of some lockdown restrictions including rules affecting meeting people, travel and shopping. Sky News - Published on May 10, 2021
Katie Taylor beats Natasha Jonas in thrilling fight to retain world titles Ireland's Katie Taylor retains her world titles in a thrilling contest against Great Britain's Natasha Jonas. BBC Sport - Published on May 1, 2021	Covid-19: Ireland to Romania, several nations rush medical help to India IndiaTimes - Published on April 30, 2021
Ireland's summer tour of Fiji called off amid rise in Covid-19 cases Ireland's summer tour to Fiji is cancelled because of uncertainty caused by the pandemic, with the IRFU hopeful of arranging alternative Tests BBC Sport - Published on April 30, 2021	Women's Six Nations: Ireland's Amee-Leigh Murphy Crowe scores brace on first Six Nations start against Italy Ireland's Amee-Leigh Murphy Crowe scores her first two tries for the Ireland Test side in their 25-5 victory over Italy in the Women's Six Nations. BBC Sport - Published on April 24, 2021
India added to COVID travel 'red list' over new variant concerns Travel from India to the UK is being banned for non-UK and Irish citizens from 4am on Friday after the country was added to the travel "red list". Sky News - Published on April 19, 2021	Ireland 15-56 France: Rampant French set-up Women's Six Nations final with England France will meet England in next weekend's Six Nations final after a thumping 15-56 win over Ireland in Dublin. BBC Sport - Published on April 17, 2021
Women's Six Nations: Parsons and Considine score brace as Ireland beat Wales Watch Eimear Considine and Beibhinn Parsons both score a brace for Ireland as they beat Wales 45-0 in round two of the Women's Six Nations. BBC Sport - Published on April 10, 2021	Women's Six Nations: Wales 0-45 Ireland Ireland get their 2021 Women's Six Nations campaign off to a winning start with a 45-0 victory against Wales at Cardiff Arms Park. BBC Sport - Published on April 10, 2021
Ireland 'not aware' of any vaccine jabs offer from UK Dublin has said it is unaware of any offer of spare COVID jabs from the UK following reports Britain planned to share millions of doses, partly to help Northern Ireland exit lockdown. Sky News - Published on March 28, 2021	Republic of Ireland 0-1 Luxembourg: Defeat 'embarrassing' says Irish skipper Coleman Seamus Coleman describes the Republic of Ireland's 1-0 World Cup qualifier defeat by Luxembourg as a "horrible and embarrassing night". BBC Sport - Published on March 27, 2021
Leinster 16-6 Munster: Holders secure fourth straight Pro14 title by seeing off Irish rivals Leinster wear down a dogged Munster side to secure a fourth straight Pro14 title with a deserved 16-6 victory at the RDS in Dublin. BBC Sport - Published on March 27, 2021	Irish wins at Cheltenham 'like Premier League v Championship' The record 23-5 Cheltenham Festival win for Irish-trained horses over British runners is likened to Premier League clubs facing Championship sides. BBC Sport - Published on March 22, 2021
Six Nations: We need to reset England team - Eddie Jones after Ireland defeat England coach Eddie Jones says he needs "to reset the team" after their Six Nations title defence ended in defeat by Ireland and a fifth-place finish. BBC Sport - Published on March 20, 2021	Six Nations 2021: Ireland 32-18 England highlights Watch highlights as Ireland put in a superb performance to beat England 32-18 in Dublin despite Bundee Aki's red card. BBC Sport - Published on March 20, 2021

Ireland

Island in the North Atlantic

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Tokyo Olympics: Great Britain beat Ireland to reach quarter-finals - highlights

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