Ireland defeats Scotland to win back-to-back Six Nations championships
Video / Sky SportIreland won successive Six Nations by overcoming a bold Scotland, nerves and the late withdrawal of key man Hugo Keenan to prevail 17-13 at Lansdowne Road on Saturday. The Irish appeared to break Scotland’s rugged resistance with 15 minutes to go after its second converted try for 17-6. Even though the Scots hadn’t beaten Ireland since 2017 or won at Lansdowne Road since 1998, they dominated early but without being clinical. Ireland overcame its nerves to grow into the game and pressure Scotland into making an energy-sapping 238 tackles. Ireland 17 (Dan Sheehan, Andrew Porter tries; Jack Crowley 2 conversions, penalty), Scotland 13 (Huw Jones try; Finn Russell conversion, 2 penalties).
Source:The Herald
March 16, 2024 17:35 UTC
Shakira says she put her career ‘on hold’ for ex Gerard Pique
Shakira says she put her career ‘on hold’ for ex Gerard PiqueBy Naomi Clarke, PA Senior Entertainment ReporterShakira has said she put her “career on hold” for a long time be with her former partner Gerard Pique as he continued playing football. Ahead of releasing her first album in seven years, the 47-year-old Grammy winner discussed how it helped her “exorcise a lot of the demons”. Barcelona’s Gerard Pique (Andrew Milligan/PA) Photo by Andrew MilliganReflecting on the time that has passed since she released 2017’s El Dorado, she told The Times: “For a long time I put my career on hold, to be next to Gerard, so he could play football. The singer, known for hits including Hips Don’t Lie and Waka Waka, has been hailed as one of the most successful Latin artists of all time having sold more 95 million records worldwide. Across her career she has also won three Grammys and a host of Latin Grammy Awards.
Source:Irish Independent
March 16, 2024 16:57 UTC
What to watch on TV and streaming today: Sinéad O’Connor at the BBC, Venom and The Eras Tour
Sinéad O’Connor at the BBCSix Nations Live Virgin Media One, 4pm In their final game of the championship, Ireland take on Scotland at the Aviva Stadium in a game that kicks off at 4.45pm. Watch: Netflix releases trailer for Irish Wish with Lindsay LohanIrish Wish Netflix, streaming now If Lindsay Lohan’s foray into the schmalzy Christmas movie market — in Falling For Christmas — is any indication, consider this a recommendation to avoid at all costs, even on St Patrick’s Day. The Outreau Case Netflix, streaming now This true crime docuseries delves into one of France’s largest judicial tragedies, which rocked the nation in the late Nineties and early Noughties. ManhuntManhunt AppleTV+, streaming now Tobias Menzies plays the person charged with capturing John Wilkes Booth (Anthony Boyle) in this jaunty dramatisation of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour Disney+, streaming now Are you ready to squeal your way through the top-selling concert film of all time?
Source:Irish Independent
March 16, 2024 16:52 UTC
Opinion: How Ireland gifted America in music, politics and literature
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Source:The Herald
March 16, 2024 15:56 UTC
Rory McIlroy’s Players title bid fades after erratic second round at Sawgrass
Rory McIlroy’s Players title bid fades after erratic second round at SawgrassBy Phil Casey, PA Golf CorrespondentRory McIlroy’s bid for a second Players Championship victory suffered a potentially fatal blow as Scottie Scheffler played through the pain barrier to keep his hopes of an historic title defence alive. McIlroy held a share of the overnight lead following an opening 65 at Sawgrass, but could only add a second round of 73 to slump eight shots behind US Open champion Wyndham Clark. Scheffler had earlier received treatment from a PGA Tour physio during a second round of 69 which left him six behind Clark, who reached halfway at 14 under par thanks to a second-consecutive 65. “I hit a shot on my second hole today and I felt a little something in my neck,” Scheffler, who had started from the 10th hole, explained. So, for me it’s just about trying to stay patient, just keep doing what I’m doing and go from there.”
Source:Irish Independent
March 16, 2024 14:58 UTC
Damien Duff claims Shelbourne fitness coach was racially abused
Damien Duff claims Shelbourne fitness coach was racially abusedJames CoxShelbourne manager Damien Duff has alleged that a member of his coaching staff was racially abused at last night's SSE Airtricity Premier Division game at St Patrick's Athletic. Fitness coach Mauro Martins was allegedly the target of the offending comment from a supporter before the game at Richmond Park. Speaking after the game, Duff paid tribute to the solidarity shown by his players during last night's performance. We're not a squad, we're not a football club, we're a family, and the lads were desprate to go and get the win for Mauro." Shelbourne are now five points clear at the top of the table, after Derry City fell to a 2-1 defeat at Bohemians.
Source:Irish Independent
March 16, 2024 14:48 UTC
Key talking points ahead of this weekend’s FA Cup quarter-finals
Key talking points ahead of this weekend’s FA Cup quarter-finalsBy PA Sport StaffThe FA Cup returns this weekend as the remaining sides look to seal a semi-final trip to Wembley. The Sky Blues are dreaming of a first FA Cup semi-final since they went on to win it 1987, while Wolves are determined to reach the last four for the first time since 2019. The FA Cup holders are favourites to progress at the Etihad Stadium, but they will have to do without star playmaker Kevin De Bruyne through injury. The 2021 FA Cup winners travel to a Chelsea side looking to put a poor Premier League campaign behind them and continue towards another final. Jurgen Klopp leads Liverpool to Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United on Sunday (David Davies/PA) Photo by David DaviesThe quarter-final weekend ends with the most mouth-watering fixture as bitter rivals Manchester United and Liverpool go toe-to-toe.
Source:Irish Independent
March 16, 2024 13:26 UTC
‘You’re our new couple friends’, Kamala Harris tells Leo Varadkar and partner
Cillian Sherlock, PA in Washington DCUS vice president Kamala Harris has told Taoiseach Leo Varadkar that she and her husband consider him and his partner their new “couple friends”. Ms Harris praised Mr Varadkar as a “global” leader, who has been an “extraordinary role model”, during a St Patrick’s Day event in Washington DC. US vice president Kamala Harris had high praise for Leo Varadkar during their breakfast meeting (Niall Carson/PA)Mr Varadkar’s partner Matt Barrett and Ms Harris’ husband Doug Emhoff were also in attendance. She told Mr Varadkar: “Doug and I decided last year that you’re our new couple friends.”Ms Harris praised the Taoiseach for “leading by example” and housing a Ukrainian refugee from Kyiv in his home. In response, Mr Varadkar said he understands the difficulties of being deputy leader of a country, and added he finds being the leader “a little bit easier”.
Source:The Herald
March 16, 2024 09:37 UTC
Shelbourne hold off St Pat’s fightback to move five points clear at the top
St Patrick’s Athletic 1 Shelbourne 2At the full time whistle, Damien Duff turned around from his station in the Shels dugout to let out a roar that informed the St Patrick’s Athletic fans behind him that he had really enjoyed this outcome.
Source:Irish Independent
March 16, 2024 08:31 UTC
What is St. Patrick's Day? Why do we celebrate it? The Irish holiday explained
Here is what to know about St. Patrick's Day:2024 calendar dates:Easter, Memorial Day, Thanksgiving and other key holiday dates to rememberWhat is the meaning behind St. Patrick's Day? St. Patrick's Day 2024:Luck of Irish not needed to save some green on St. Patrick's Day food and drink dealsWhy is St. Patrick's Day celebrated on March 17? March 17 is the day St. Patrick is believed to have died. Is St. Patrick's Day a federal holiday? St. Patrick's Day is not a federal holiday in the United States.
Source:The Herald
March 16, 2024 07:03 UTC
Erin Go Braugh at Rangos Giant Cinema
PITTSBURGH — Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, the black and gold city will transform into green, white and orange as the lights dim for “Ireland,” a visually-appealing and insightful movie currently showing in The Rangos Giant Cinema at Carnegie Science Center. Thursdays through Sundays through March 31, viewers can paint the Steel City green as they embark on a giant screen adventure through Ireland, narrated by internationally-acclaimed actor Liam Neeson. Fans of the Emerald Isle will soar over Ireland’s stunning, natural landmarks such as the giant Cliffs of Moher, the volcanic wonder of Giant’s Causeway and the rugged Skellig Islands. Irish eyes will smile seeing the world’s most-famous illuminated manuscript, the Book of Kells, in Trinity College Library, and get close enough to practically kiss the Blarney Stone. “Ireland” is a MacGillivray Freeman film presented by Tourism Ireland.
Source:The Herald
March 16, 2024 04:39 UTC
From 4-leaf clovers to some unexpected history, all you need to know about St. Patrick’s Day
National From 4-leaf clovers to some unexpected history, all you need to know about St. Patrick’s DayIf it's March, and it's green, it must be St. Patrick's Day. In fact, it was among Irish American communities that the day became the celebration it is, from its roots as a more solemn day with a religious observance in Ireland. St. Patrick's Day observances date back to before the founding of the U.S., in places like Boston and New York City. Oh, and by the way, for those who like to shorten names: Use St. Paddy's Day, not St. Patty's Day. A popular sight around the holiday is the shamrock, or three-leaf clover, linked to Ireland and St. Patrick.
Source:The Herald
March 16, 2024 04:38 UTC
Marist sink Sligo to claim Junior Cup crown
Marist College players Andrew Cotton, Oisin O’Donoghue and Reuben Colleran celebrate with the Connacht Junior 'A' Schools Cup after their victory over Sligo Grammar School. Marist sink Sligo to claim Junior Cup crownMarist College 22 Sligo Grammar School 14The Marist College junior rugby team fulfilled the promise they had previously shown by claiming the Connacht Schools Junior Cup with victory over Sligo Grammar School in Wednesday afternoon's final at the Dexcom Stadium. But Carnegie finished off a bout of strong Sligo pressure with his second try (43rd minute), Mullan's successful conversion levelling matters at 14 apiece. A couple of minutes later, Marist forced a penalty a little bit outside the Sligo 22 and Cotton understandably opted for the posts. Some turnovers of possession in the face of strong Marist workrate and tackling proved costly for Sligo.
Source:Irish Independent
March 16, 2024 04:15 UTC
'He died with his boots on': Warm tributes paid to Seán Quilty
The late Seán Quilty of Retreat Park, Athlone. Large crowds turned out to pay tribute to him at his removal last Wednesday evening and his funeral Mass, in the Franciscan Friary, on Thursday. "There are people in their 20s who aren't doing a quarter of what Seán Quilty was doing in his 70s and 80s." "Dad's loyalty to Limerick hurling, Munster rugby and Irish rugby eventually paid dividends in recent years," he said. "The current Irish rugby team and current Limerick hurling team have certainly sent him out on a high."
Source:Irish Independent
March 16, 2024 02:10 UTC
Long serving councillor stepping down from politics with “a heavy heart”
Long serving Sinn Féin councillor Michael Mulligan has announced that he is retiring from public life with “a heavy heart” due to health issues. Speaking to the Roscommon Herald, Councillor Mulligan said: "It is with a heavy heart that I have to announce my intention not to run in the local elections. "We will have a Sinn Féin candidate running in the election whom I will be putting my full support behind in the coming days. Speaking alongside Michael, local TD Claire Kerrane said:"Today is a sad day. Michael has been the greatest influence on me in politics, he is the reason I joined Sinn Féin in my teens.
Source:The Herald
March 16, 2024 00:52 UTC