Achilles

Osaka may skip Wimbledon after WTA’s decision to remove ranking points

Japanese star likens event to exhibition after decision amid ban on Russian and Belerusian players

Mon May 23 2022 - 16:51

Len Gaynor confident Tipperary are heading in the right direction

Former manager says Bonnar dealt an impossible hand by injuries/retirements this season but impressive new talent emerging

Tue May 10 2022 - 06:00

De Allende remains a concern but Kleyn returns for Munster

Centre unlikely to feature in Champions Cup clash against Castres

Tue Jan 11 2022 - 15:43

Stephen Larkham’s Munster declaration is good news for the province

A settled coaching ticket wil help chances in the tougher United Rugby Championship

Wed Sept 29 2021 - 06:00

Links surrounding Enda Kenny’s PR move prove Ireland is just a village

Ex-taoiseach well acquainted with new colleagues at Heneghan Strategic Communications

Sat Aug 21 2021 - 05:35

Warren Gatland set to roll selection dice for series decider

Changes in back three and backrow look to be on the cards after defeat in second Test

Sun Aug 01 2021 - 17:29

Bromell firm favourite to finally claim Bolt’s mantle

American has overcome adversity and injury to stand on the cusp of his greatest achievement

Sat Jul 31 2021 - 01:00

Apple, AMD navigate chip shortage with focus on profitable products

Global shortage stems from factors including the fallout from Covid-19 shutdowns

Wed Jul 28 2021 - 14:32

Jim McGuinness: I’m backing Mayo to get over loss of Cillian O’Connor

James Horan’s side have developed a running game and have the players to pull it off

Sat Jun 26 2021 - 06:00

Jim McGuinness: This could be Patrick McBrearty’s year

Less games has helped Dublin, while clouds hang over Donegal, Kerry and Tyrone

Sat Jun 12 2021 - 09:00

Matt Williams: Ronan O’Gara’s intellect can unlock Toulouse’s few weaknesses

Brilliantly-coached La Rochelle could cause another upset and win first Champions Cup

Sat May 22 2021 - 06:00

Research led by Irish scientists exposes ‘Achilles heel’ in over 700 cancer cells

Discovery of vulnerabilities could help combat cancers with new drugs, says Queen’s University Belfast team

Wed May 19 2021 - 00:00

Six Nations: Any coach with a beating heart has to play Finn Russell

Return of Scottish outhalf greeted with giddy expectation, but his uniqueness can be fatal

Thu Feb 04 2021 - 06:14

What caused the mass extinction on Earth 359m years ago?

Some researchers believe end-Devonian extinction was triggered by major climatic warming

Thu Jan 28 2021 - 05:00

People who recover from Covid immune for at least six months – US study

Immune system ‘remembers’ virus and improves quality of antibodies, research shows

Tue Jan 26 2021 - 12:51

Evolved to run – but not to exercise

Harvard evolutionary scientist says humans evolved to avoid unnecessary physical activity

Thu Dec 03 2020 - 06:00

We have been intrigued by infinity’s enigma for . . . forever

Resolution of paradox: A gateway to mathematical progress

Thu Aug 06 2020 - 01:00

Game Changers: Shay Brennan the first foreign-born player to answer Ireland’s call

Manchester-born defender blazed a trail subsequently followed by over 100 players

Fri Jul 17 2020 - 08:00

Brussels becomes increasingly jaded with UK’s Brexit drama

Europe Letter: Row over Northern Ireland office eats at EU’s trust as it grapples with coronavirus

Wed May 06 2020 - 20:32

Medics concerned some over-70s ‘don’t understand concept’ of cocooning

Older people seen out in shops, believing they are exception to stay at home message

Tue Mar 31 2020 - 01:00

Will Covid-19 force Primark to rethink decision not to sell online?

With its stores shut, Penneys owner needs an ecommerce outlet to reach young shoppers

Sat Mar 28 2020 - 06:03

Great cities, great food: seven places for a gourmet getaway

Tim Magee loves cities and loves food but where offers the best of both worlds? Here are his top picks

Thu Jan 23 2020 - 06:45

Confident Ulster braced for their stiffest test to date

Clermont in atmospheric Stade Marcel Michelin a tough assignment for any side

Sat Jan 11 2020 - 06:00

O’Callaghan aiming to finish on a high note with Mourneabbey

Cork club bidding to avenge previous defeats and retain their title against Donaghmoyne

Fri Nov 08 2019 - 07:00

Gerry Thornley: Schmidt’s sad final chapter tarnishes his reign but legacy will endure

The win over the All Blacks in 2018 can now be seen for what it is: this side’s Icarus moment

Mon Oct 21 2019 - 05:00

Academic fears State agency could engage in ‘speculative development’

Land Development Agency’s governance structures and social housing targets raise concerns

Tue Oct 15 2019 - 01:00

Liam Toland: Robbie Henshaw might just give Ireland a sense of direction

Ireland need Henshaw at his communicative best, especially when Sexton leaves the field

Fri Oct 11 2019 - 06:30

Hecuba review: Perspective and psychology brought to an ancient tale

Dublin Theatre Festival: In Marina Carr’s version of Hecuba, the scale of tragedy is made rivetingly intimate

Mon Sept 30 2019 - 12:39

Poldark finale: It’s all a big sexy misunderstanding

Patrick Freyne: Series comes to an end with a climactic showy sword fight. Quiet at the back

Fri Aug 30 2019 - 05:00

Ruaridh McConnochie to make England debut against Wales

Sevens specialist one of three changes made by Eddie Jones for Cardiff warm-up clash

Thu Aug 15 2019 - 13:43

Don’t forget to pack travel insurance this summer

By not taking out insurance you leave yourself at mercy of airlines, tour operators

Mon Jun 17 2019 - 02:06

Determining whether a business has what it takes to be successful

Countdown to Launch by Irish authors Greg Devlin and Liam Fennelly offers a rigorous six-week bootcamp process for start-ups

Thu May 09 2019 - 04:45

Rory McIlroy slips out of contention at Quail Hollow

Seamus Power is in eighth place through 15 holes as play is suspended due to heavy rain

Mon May 06 2019 - 00:30

Chelsea live on their nerves in second half

Hosts into semi-finals where they will meet Eintracht Frankfurt after dramatic night

Thu Apr 18 2019 - 22:31