The Latest Breaking News from Ireland

Frederick Douglass ‘amongst the people he loved’ as statue unveiled in Belfast

A statue of the former slave, turned writer and statesman, is now on display in Lombard Street in the city centre.

The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2023

Draw with Ireland puts Nigeria through to Women's World Cup last 16

NEW DELHI: Nigeria secured a spot in the Women's World Cup last 16 by playing a goalless draw against Ireland in Brisbane. This result placed them in the second position in Group B, just behind co-hosts Australia.

The Times of India · Jul 31, 2023

Nigeria secure last-16 spot and possible England clash after draw with Ireland

Nigeria progressed to the last 16 of the Women’s World Cup after a goalless draw against Ireland and will play the winners of Group D

The Guardian - UK · Jul 31, 2023

Sinead O’Connor fans gather to sing Nothing Compares 2 U in Dublin tribute

The 56-year-old Irish singer died in London last week.

The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2023

Sinead O’Connor sang with ‘sense of mission’ against injustices, Toibin says

The Irish singer was known for her powerful vocals and lyrics as well as taking fierce stances on social and political issues.

The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2023

Coach Vera Pauw asks Ireland FA for clarity on her Republic of Ireland future

Pauw’s contract is up at the end of the tournament, with Ireland having already been eliminated.

The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2023

Fully fit again, Jasprit Bumrah bowls to Mumbai batters in practice match

MUMBAI: Producing solid evidence that he is now completely fit for the Ireland T20Is series and more crucially, for the Asia Cup and the 2023 ODI World Cup, ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah bowled 10 overs, divided in two spells, to some of Mumbai's young batsmen in an intra-squad practice match…

The Times of India · Jul 30, 2023

Sons of assaulted US tourist thank people of Ireland for their support

Michael and Jesse Rizzuto said their father Stephen Termini was out of a coma.

The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2023

Louise Quinn keen for Republic of Ireland to end World Cup on a high

The Irish cannot make the knockout stages after defeats to Australia and Canada but still have one group game remaining against Nigeria on Monday.

The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2023

Ireland seeing a rise in racism, Taoiseach warns

The Government is pursuing hate-related legislation.

The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2023