PoliticsTánaiste Joan Burton pledges to increase child benefit next yearBy Stephen Collins in Killarney
SoccerRedemption of sorts for Giroud and Arsenal with victory over EvertonBy Amy Lawrence at Emirates Stadium
RugbyIreland’s Grand Slam ambition on course after England put to swordBy Gavin Cummiskey at the Aviva Stadium
RugbyJoe Schmidt tries to keep a lid on Ireland’s Grand expectationsBy Malachy Clerkin at the Aviva Stadium
Gaelic GamesAdditional protection of younger players the most significant changes introduced by Cavan GAA congressBy Seán Moran
EnvironmentBrrr...wrap up as Met Éireann issues snow and ice warningsBy Rachel Flaherty and Lorna Siggins