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Gavin Molloy wants to be next Liam Scales as new Aberdeen FC signing eyes up Celtic star's path to Ireland call

Molloy sees a route into the Ireland squad and it's one he wants to take advantage of at Pittodrie.

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Ireland star caught up in Blackburn chaos as report says wages are set to be slashed

www.irishmirror.ie

A report in England says Blackburn Rovers are chopping the budget for their women’s side

Canadian dead in Ireland, Global Affairs Canada says

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Global Affairs Canada confirmed that a Canadian citizen had died while in Ireland and said that officials were providing consular assistance to the family.

Extreme temperatures becoming more common in Ireland, study finds

phys.org

A temperature event of 33 degrees Celsius in Dublin's Phoenix Park has gone from being a 1 in 180-year event in 1942 to a 1 in 9-year event in 2020, according to a study led by Ireland's Maynooth University.

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South Africa tour daily – July 2: Rassie Erasmus names his team for first Test against Ireland

www.independent.ie

The Irish Independent's Rúaidhrí O'Connor breaks down all the latest news from Ireland’s summer tour to South Africa as the hosts raise the heat ahead of Saturday’s first Test.

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“Not the Pride of Ireland” – Touted as ‘Next Conor McGregor,’ Ian Garry Disowned by Fans After UFC 303 Decision Win

Ian Garry continued his undefeated run after his victory over Michael Venom Page at their UFC 303 clash on June 29. The bout was expected to be a striking masterclass, given both men’s historically great striking pedigree. Garry, of course…

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Springboks v Ireland: Rassie explains Manie Libbok snub

With Manie Libbok missing out, Rassie Erasmus has opted for a 6-2 split between forwards and backs on the bench.

Irish “Heiress” Who Conned Reality TV Producer Extradited to Northern Ireland

Marianne Smyth, the American whose elaborate con of a reality television producer was the subject of a 2020 Hollywood Reporter story, has been extradited to Northern Ireland to face trial over a separate alleged scam she ran there. Smyth…

General Election 2024: Northern Ireland voting guide as country goes to the polls

Here's your full guide to general election FAQs including how to mark your ballot paper

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Ireland players feel fresh and ready - O'Connell

www.bbc.co.uk

Ireland forwards coach Paul O'Connell says the squad feel "fresh and ready" to face World Cup winners South Africa in their two-match Test series.

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Sons of Ireland coaches Andy Farrell and Paul O’Connell squared off in schools match

www.ruck.co.uk

reland rugby coaches Andy Farrell and Paul O’Connell experienced a unique rivalry earlier this year as their sons faced off in a schools match. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get…

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‘The Irish media targeted me’ – Eben Etzebeth stands by his ‘see you in the final’ accusation against Ireland

www.independent.ie

Springbok second-row Eben Etzebeth is not backing down from his accusation that a number of Irish players got ahead of themselves after the World Cup pool clash back in October last year.

Ireland U20s confirm seven changes for match day two versus Georgia

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The Irish were impressive 55-15 opening day winners over Italy last Saturday at DHL Stadium and Willie Faloon has now changed four forwards and three backs for Thursday’s clash with Georgia in Stellenbosch.

I moved from the US to Ireland 5 years ago. I've never felt safer, but adjusting to the culture hasn't always been easy.

I spontaneously moved from the US to Ireland, and I wasn't prepared for the differences in the language, the pace of life, or the function of alcohol.

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‘I’d rather have two World Cups and a Lions series and take the losses’ – Rassie Erasmus ups the ante ahead of Ireland clash

www.independent.ie

Rassie Erasmus isn't backing away from the Springboks’ full on public approach to Saturday’s first Test against Ireland.

South Africa opt for experience as Siya Kolisi returns for first Ireland clash

Rassie Erasmus names 12 of the 15 starters from last year’s Rugby World Cup final for the first Test in Pretoria

Six Munster Players in Ireland U20s Squad v Georgia

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Head Coach Willie Faloon has named his Ireland Men’s U20s Match Day Squad, sponsored by PwC, for Thursday’s second World Rugby U20 Championship Pool B clash against Georgia in Stellenbosch (Kick-off 1pm Irish time, live on RugbyPass TV).…

Ireland defender Shane Duffy receives driving ban and fine after pleading guilty to drink driving

www.irishmirror.ie

Norwich and Ireland defender Shane Duffy crashed his Range Rover in May, days before his club’s Championship promotion play-off.

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Northern Ireland sunshine hours 25% less than average and lowest in UK

Weather throughout the UK was typically drier and colder than average in June

Springboks going global, taking in three continents, to widen squad depth - while Ireland confine selection to four clubs in one league

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Rassie Erasmus has reached across three continents to assemble a 39-player squad for the two tests against Ireland, June 6th in Pretoria and June 13th in Durban.