Ulster move to fourth in URC after grinding out win against Cardiff
URC: Ulster 21 Cardiff 14Angus Bell stole the show with a sensational solo try as Ulster ground out a 21-14 United Rugby Championship victory over Cardiff at a freezing Affidea Stadium. Despite some late Cardiff pressure, Ulster clung on and leapt above their opponents in the URC standings into fourth, eight points off leaders Glasgow, who have played a game more. ULSTER: E McIlroy; W Kok; J Hume, Ben Carson; Z Ward; J Murphy, C McKee; A Bell, R Herring, S Wilson; I Henderson (capt), C Irvine, M Dalton, M Rea, D McCann. Replacements: J McCormick, S Crean, B O'Connor, H Sheridan, L McLoughlin, D Shanahan, J Flannery, B Moxham. Replacements: D Hughes, D Southworth, J Cowell, R Thornton, L de la Rua, A Davies, E Evans, L Halfpenny.
Source:Irish Examiner
February 01, 2026 07:45 UTC
Racing preview: Lossiemouth can underline class at Leopardstown
She’s entitled to improve for the run and should she do so, Lossiemouth will have to be very good to deny her. A three-time winner at the Cheltenham Festival, her Christmas Hurdle win brought her Grade One tally to nine and her overall record to 13 wins from 16 career starts. And while Brighterdaysahead kept her honest at Christmas, the suspicion is Lossiemouth wasn’t all out to repel her rival. Willie Mullins can also win the Ladbrokes Novice Chase courtesy of Final Demand. A 13-length winner of a Navan beginners’ chase in November, Final Demand then went to Limerick over Christmas to win the Faugheen Novice Chase by eight lengths.
Source:Irish Examiner
February 01, 2026 07:43 UTC
Tipperary dominance continues as Doughan leads Nenagh CBS to Harty Cup glory
Harty Cup final: Nenagh CBS 0-20 St Flannan’s College, Ennis 0-18The age of Tipperary. The first will be hung on the main corridor of Nenagh CBS. Eoghan Doughan of St. Joseph's CBS, Nenagh in action against Colm Daly, Conor Hill and Sean McNamara of St. Flannan's. Darragh Ball of St Flannan's is tackled by Patrick Hackett and Eanna Tucker of St. Joseph's CBS, Nenagh. Scorers for Nenagh CBS: E Doughan (0-12, 0-8 frees); A Duff, P Hackett, J O’Dwyer (0-2 each); D O’Dwyer, P Ryan (0-1 each).
Source:Irish Examiner
February 01, 2026 07:38 UTC
Mikel Arteta has long had courage in his own convictions, but here's why dropping Martin Odegaard amid the outside noise was so important, writes ISAAN KHAN
Steadfast in his convictions, the Spaniard typically does not listen to the outside noise. Having gone three league matches without a victory, Leeds away had, strangely, become a crunch game for the Gunners. Not because Daniel Farke's men match up to Arsenal's in terms of ability or title ambition. The fervour around Odegaard's limited performances this season has been loud, supporters calling for Arteta to drop the midfielder. It is how a side responds to them across a campaign which dictates who will finish top on May 24.
Source:Daily Mail
February 01, 2026 07:13 UTC
New study on indiscriminate death traps known as tangle nets
It is nearly two years since Ireland’s first National Park in the marine environment was announced. Páirc Náisiúnta na Mara, Ciarraí includes the seas around the Dingle Peninsula and the Blasket Islands — but a new report from the Marine Institute highlights some of the serious problems facing wildlife in this area. The report looks at the practice of tangle netting... basically a lose ball of monofilament net that is weighted onto the sea floor and left to soak for anything up to a week and a half. Fishermen use the gear to target crayfish (sometimes called crawfish) which look very much like a lobster but without the pincers.
Source:Irish Examiner
February 01, 2026 06:17 UTC
Weather alert system and flood-relief schemes set for overhaul after Storm Chandra
Weather alert system and flood-relief schemes set for overhaul after Storm ChandraMet Éireann says more flooding is possibleTáinaste Simon Harris. Photo: GettyMary Regan Today at 06:30Tánaiste Simon Harris has pledged to overhaul the system of weather warnings and ensure flood-relief schemes are not delayed by judicial reviews, as parts of the country recover from the devastation caused by Storm Chandra.
Source:Irish Independent
February 01, 2026 05:47 UTC
Ekitike scores brace as Liverpool demolish Newcastle and move to fifth
Premier League: Liverpool 4 Newcastle 1IF a player who cost £69m can ever be described as the bargain of the season then Hugo Ekitike might be just that after his two latest goals underlined what has been an effortless acclimatisation to the Premier League. It's 15 and counting for the prolific Frenchman as Newcastle were undone by a high-profile Liverpool summer signing - the only consolation for Eddie Howe being that it wasn't Alexander Isak. Florian Wirtz scores Liverpool's third of the night. Gordon's 36th-minute opener was more than deserved for the way Newcastle had pressed their hosts back. It capped a night to forget for Newcastle, who added to a damning statistic that has seen them now squander 50 points from winning positions against the Anfield club in the Premier League era.
Source:Irish Examiner
February 01, 2026 05:44 UTC
Sunday Independent/Ireland Thinks poll at a glance: The Storm Chandra fallout, should Micheál Martin visit the White House, and how long do you spend on your phone each day?
The latest Sunday Independent/Ireland Thinks poll was conducted on Friday, January 30. The sample size was 1,219. The margin of error is +/-2.8pc. Changes indicated are since the January 2026 poll (which was conducted on December 19) unless otherwise stated.
Source:Irish Independent
February 01, 2026 05:37 UTC
Junior Kroupi and Alex Scott give Bournemouth hard-fought win at Wolves
Premier League: Wolves 0 Bournemouth 2Junior Kroupi and Alex Scott were on target to earn Bournemouth a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Wolves at Molineux. Bournemouth had to work hard for their third league victory in four which compounded basement side Wolves to a first home defeat in 2026. Wolves did not do a lot wrong in the first period until Andre's error led to 19-year-old Kroupi firing in his eighth goal of the campaign. The goal opened up Wolves' soft underbelly and handed the control over to Bournemouth who could have made it two but Sa scrambled to deny Adli. Wolves continued to knock on the door but received no change, Yerson Mosquera thought he nodded Wolves level but the upright came to Bournemouth's rescue this time.
Source:Irish Examiner
February 01, 2026 05:30 UTC
Controversial Aussie star spruiks human waste to fix gut health in bizarre Pete Evans-style video
A controversial Australian actress has spruiked human waste as an effective method of restoring gut health in a strange Pete Evans-style video. 'What if I told you there is a secret ingredient in poop that could revolutionise your gut health? For as long as I can remember, I've struggled to have a daily bowel movement,' Nathalie told fans. See, my gut wasn't broken, it was depleted,' Nat said. A controversial Australian actress has spruiked human waste as an effective method of restoring gut health in a strange Pete Evans-style video.
Source:Daily Mail
February 01, 2026 05:29 UTC
Cricket star Steve Smith takes another classic catch - this time saving a spectator from a nasty fall at the Australian Open
One fortunate Australian Open fan can thank Cricket Australia for leaving star player Steve Smith at home, with the Test superstar saving them from a potentially dangerous fall at the tennis. Smith was overlooked for Australia's current T20 series in Pakistan and the T20 World Cup squad despite electrifying form in the Big Bash League with the Sydney Sixers. A spectator sitting near Smith said his lightning-fast reflexes were called into play to catch a woman that nearly fell into the row in front of them. 'Sitting behind Steve Smith at the Alcaraz v Zverev semi-final last night. It comes after Smith was sensationally overlooked for Australia's T20 World Cup campaign.
Source:Daily Mail
February 01, 2026 05:20 UTC
Arsenal record first win in three with emphatic dispatching of Leeds
Hard working Viktor Gyokeres added a third as reward for his effort tirelessly being the focal point of Arsenal’s front line. Gabriel Jesus added a late fourth. Martin Zubimendi (second right) nods in after a Madueke cross. Embarrassing for the Leeds No.1 but a sign of how Arsenal get inside the heads of opposing defences with their impressive set piece record and often force unlikely errors. Darlow made a stunning reaction save from a Gabriel Jesus header as Arsenal piled forward in numbers as they searched for more goals in the driving Yorkshire rain.
Source:Irish Examiner
February 01, 2026 05:13 UTC
Novak Djokovic's touching gesture for Leukemia survivor before historic Australian Open final appearance
On the Serbian's historic run to the Australian Open final, the 38-year-old carved time in his busy schedule to meet 12-year-old cancer warrior Imogen. She lists her favourite player as Djokovic, who heard about the young tennis fans fundraising efforts and survival story at the Aussie Open. 'You did really well, it was a really good match,' she said. 'That is a really good and deep question,' he replied. Djokovic rated his epic Australian Open semi-final triumph over Jannik Sinner among his greatest ever wins after it put him within touching distance of an unprecedented 25th grand slam singles crown.
Source:Daily Mail
February 01, 2026 05:10 UTC
David Moyes rages at officials for killing joy of football after being booked for celebrating last minute leveller - as Everton boss vows 'I'll do it again'
David Moyes accused officials of killing the joy of football after the Everton boss was booked for his emotional celebrations following his side's last-gasp equaliser against Brighton. The 62-year-old's antics conjured up memories of David Pleat's famous jig after Luton survived relegation at Manchester City in 1983. 'The difference is David Pleat doesn't get booked for it, does he? 'I don't think I'd have danced down if the goal had come in the 55th minute. 'It was a bit of a crazy ending because it didn't look as if we were going to get the equaliser,' added Moyes.
Source:Daily Mail
February 01, 2026 04:48 UTC
Tom Brady's Super Bowl-winning coach Bruce Arians to have open heart surgery in shock health update
Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Arizona Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians has announced he will be having open heart surgery. The 73-year-old, who won a Super Bowl with Tom Brady in Tampa in 2021, did not explain why but revealed he will be having the procedure on February 6. Arians was appearing on Today to promote a Super Bowl commercial with Brady's former New England Patriots teammate Rob Gronkowski around prostate cancer screening. They had immediate success, going 11-5 in their first season together before beating Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl on their own field. 'I think the world of him but it wasn't the real Tom Brady out there.'
Source:Daily Mail
February 01, 2026 04:30 UTC