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Ireland name four debutants in much-changed team for Japan

Tadhg Beirne will captain Andy Farrell’s side in their second Nations Championship game

The Independent UK · Jul 9

21st-century democracy: How Ireland consulted the public on its EU Presidency

Ireland opened up its EU Presidency priorities to an online public consultation — and the results offer a blueprint for more transparent, inclusive governance across Europe.

Euronews · Jul 9

Ireland planted ornamental rhododendrons in the 1700s to beautify country estates, but more than 200 years later, scientists say they are smothering ancient oak forests and preventing native trees from regenerating

Eighteenth-century landowners introduced ornamental rhododendrons for garden beauty. This invasive species later spread aggressively across Irish natural habitats. The plant creates dense shade, suppressing native vegetation and woodland regeneration. Conservationists now face a difficult and expensive task removing the shrub. Restoration efforts highlight the ecological risks of introducing non-native species.

The Times of India · Jul 8

Celtic chiefs and Martin O'Neill grilled by fans at AGM on Ireland tour

The football club contacted the Association of Irish Celtic Supporters Clubs and requested a face to face to address concerns.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 6

Cheeky Dublin Airport admin trolls Rangers as Celtic arrive in Ireland

Rangers have been cheekily trolled by Dublin Airport after O’Neill’s Celtic jetted in for their pre-season opener against Shelbourne.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 6

5 Life Lessons We Accidentally Learned From Our Favorite TV Shows

We often watch television to escape reality, but sometimes it ends up teaching us more about life than we anticipated. Great characters become familiar companions, and their journeys mirror challenges we all face. They make mistakes, lose people they love, chase impossible dreams, and slowly figure themselves out. The beauty…

MyLifeXP · Jul 6

India likely to bench Ravi Bishnoi, bolster pace attack in third T20 against England

Desperate India, yet to secure a win on their UK tour, is set to bolster their pace attack by dropping leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi for the third T20I against England. Following a series loss to Ireland and a costly performance by Bishnoi, the team aims to leverage pace on a batting-friendly…

The Economic Times · Jul 6

Small margins separate Wallabies as 10-year low looms

The Wallabies head to Brisbane to face France, attempting to stave off a sixth straight Test loss and lamenting similar mistakes in a tight defeat to Ireland.

AAP · Jul 6

Findhorn Bay Arts reveals 'biggest and best' line-up for 2026 festival

THE cultural links between Scotland and Ireland are to be celebrated at this year’s Findhorn Bay Arts festival.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 6

'Huge challenge': gutted Wallabies eye smarting France

After blowing a 24-12 lead against Ireland, the Wallabies head to Brisbane needing to topple Six Nations champions France to avoid a sixth straight defeat.

AAP · Jul 5