Clerical errors – Ray Burke on Fr Peter Daly’s sway over 19th-century Galway
An Irishman’s Diary
An Irishman’s Diary
‘Strong nerve’ and schedule ‘miracles’ needed to bring international drama to screen
Scots go to the polls next week and the outcome will heavily influence next steps towards a second referendum to leave the UK
Ballaghaderreen is among the towns seeing a return of young people and fresh ideas
Leo Cullen’s side run riot once more against Northampton at the Aviva Stadium
‘We had ample opportunities to get scores and control the game better'
English visitors spurn kick at goal in final minutes, penalised for crossing in lineout
Andy Friend makes sweeping changes to side narrowly defeated by Munster last week
‘We are alive in two competitions and want to reach the knock out stages in both’
Connacht had their 29-12 lead evaporate in dramatic final dozen minutes at the RDS
Connacht go into Challenge Cup encounter with four wins in a row in all competitions
Andy Friend’s side see off Perpignan and the weather to notch up fourth-straight victory
Tom Farrell expecting tough challenge from South African side with ‘dangerous runners’
Andy Friend’s side continue strong pre-season with a vibrant and comfortable victory
Emphasis on line speed and aggression in tackles pays off for Johann van Graan’s side
Defence coach Peter Wilkins views Munster as more dangerous on back of two defeats
Influx of talent from other provinces and abroad can only strengthen Irish rugby
Bemused coach Kieran Keane looks ahead to ‘build momentum’ for away tie against Brive
‘New set of challenges on the other side of the world is something I can’t wait to embrace’
‘Bernard is ideal fit for the Dragons’ - Warren Gatland praises former Irish hooker
Willie Ruane: ‘His signing highlights the potential of the new IRFU IQ programme’
Polls suggest Scots more concerned with economy than breaking free of UK
Leinster House has become Sturgeon’s greatest ally since result of Brexit vote
Scrumhalf had been linked with a move to Leinster after finishing with Bath
As YouTube celebrates its 10th birthday, Ireland’s vloggers discuss community, authenticity and the problems that come with putting their lives on show
Tries from Piers O’Connor and Joe Marchant enough for world champions
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Full general election coverage including analysis and results for all 43 constituencies
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices