Ireland scrap South Africa plan

Ireland have shelved plans to play South Africa at a neutral “non-traditional” venue in November after running out of time.

Duran Duran top greatest video poll

Duran Duran’s 'Rio' has been named the greatest music video of all time.

Bank of Ireland denies takeover approach

Bank of Ireland has released a statement denying that it has received a takeover approach from Spanish institution Banco Santander.

Report: Santander considers take-over of Bank of Ireland

Santander is reportedly considering a take-over of Bank of Ireland.

Live Earth back with solar aim

INDIA is to host a Live Earth concert later this year, featuring stars from the world of music, film and television, to raise funds for solar energy.

Rally Ireland duo to stand down

THE duo responsible for securing Ireland’s entry to the World Rally Championship, Sean O’Connor and Ronan Morgan are to stand down from the promotion and management of Rally Ireland at the end of this month.

Grateful Dead to play for Obama

Music News: Band set to perform at candidate's fundraiser -- The Democratic presidential candidate's campaign has confirmed a long-rumored fundraising concert that will include four remaining members of the Grateful Dead at Penn State University's Bryce Jordan Center.

Harte: O'Neill will be in squad

Tyrone manager Mickey Harte has insisted that Stephen O'Neill is very much in contention to play against Kerry in Sunday's GAA Football All-Ireland Senior final at Croke Park.

Galvin benched as Kerry make two changes

Kerry captain Paul Galvin will have to play a substitute's role after failing to force his way into the defending champions' team for Sunday's GAA Football All-Ireland Senior final clash with Tyrone.

Burnley backing for new tournament

Scotland manager George Burley gave his approval to the 4 Associations Tournament which will involve his team, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland in spring 2011.

O’Neill misses out for Tyrone

Tyrone boss Mickey Harte has made one change to his side to face Kerry in the All-Ireland Football final at Croke Park on Sunday.

Griffin gunning for fifth All-Ireland

With four All-Ireland medals in his back pocket, you would think Tommy Griffin would be content with his lot.

Justin ready for judgement day

It is any GAA player's dream to play in an All-Ireland senior final in your debut year  even to make the county panel is an achievement.

MTV launches Czech service

Music News: CME has option to distribute in Slovakia -- A localized version of MTV is to bow in the Czech Republic next year.

O'Shea and Harte look ahead to historic clash

While Kerry are bidding to win a third consecutive GAA All-Ireland SFC title Tyrone are fighting to secure their third title since 2003 and the men who will be selecting the teams for battle have been looking forward to the event.

Polish paper launches Irish edition

The largest selling newspaper in Poland has launched a weekly edition for the Polish community in Ireland.

Songwriter Norman Whitfield dies

Music News: Wrote 'War, ' 'I Heard it Through the Grapevine' -- Norman Whitfield, who co-wrote a string of classics including "War" and "I Heard It Through the Grapevine, " died Tuesday in Los Angeles. He was 67.

Recording Academy ups Dehgan

Music News: Executive takes VP slot -- Barb Dehgan has been upped to vice president, Communications & Media Relations, at the Recording Academy.

Tom Jones sets record release date

Music News: Artist to release first album in U.S. in 15 years -- After 15 years without a new album in the U.S., Tom Jones will release a disc of almost entirely original material this fall.

Metallica's 'Magnetic' nabs top spot

Music News: Rockers land fifth consecutive No. 1 album -- “Death Magnetic” (Warner Bros.) sold nearly a half million copies in just three days of sales as Metallica became the first act to have five albums debut at No. 1.

Mediaset plans Pavarotti tribute

Music News: Concert to be seen in 40 countries -- Italy's Mediaset will broadcast a special pop and classical concert from the ancient city of Petra in Jordan on Oct. 12 to mark what would have been legendary tenor Luciano Pavarotti's 73rd birthday.

Wednesday’s racing tips

Check our tips for selected courses from today's horse racing events across Ireland and in the United Kingdom.

Cavanagh set for historic final

They have won the last five All-Ireland football titles between them and now Kerry and Tyrone are preparing to go head-to-head to decide the destination of the 2008 GAA SFC title in Croke Park on Sunday, throw-in at 3.30pm.

BOI reports increasingly difficult trading conditions

Bank of Ireland says trading conditions in the first six months of its financial year have become increasingly difficult.

Colbert plans Christmas special

Music News: 'Gift' will feature Willie Nelson, Elvis Costello -- Stephen Colbert will leave his pundit's desk Nov. 23 to host a one-hour musical Christmas special for Comedy Central.

Canning back on injury list

Galway hurling star Joe Canning is back on the injury list, after revealing that he played through the pain barrier recently during Galway's All-Ireland U-21 semi-final loss to Kilkenny.

Warner Music retunes top tier

Business News: U.S., overseas territories find new harmony -- In an effort to build a stronger bridge between its units in the U.S. and foreign territories, Warner Music Group has restructured its international operations, promoting Lyor Cohen and Michael D. Fleisher to roles in the newly created office of the chairman.

Warner Music retunes top tier

Music News: U.S., overseas territories find new harmony -- In an effort to build a stronger bridge between its units in the U.S. and foreign territories, Warner Music Group has restructured its international operations, promoting Lyor Cohen and Michael D. Fleisher to roles in the newly created office of the chairman.

Want to be in a music video?

FOR most people, the chance to star in a music video is about as likely as Disaster Movie winning Best Picture.

Lopez: 'Family is a priority'

Jennifer Lopez is delighted to be a new mum, because it means she can take a break from the music industry.

Wings' Lidstrom heads West All-Star reserves

Nicklas Lidstrom is headed to the NHL All-Star Game for the 10th straight season, but for the first time as captain of the Stanley Cup champion.

Giambi completes deal to return to Oakland

Jason Giambi and the Oakland Athletics have finalized a one-year contract with an option, bringing the free-agent designated hitter and first baseman back to the place he began his big league career.

Curry scores 29, rally falls short

Jon Scheyer and Kyle Singler scored 22 points apiece and No. 2 Duke held off a late Stephen Curry-led charge to beat Davidson 79-67 on Wednesday night.

Ex-Bills QB, politician Kemp diagnosed with cancer

The office of Jack Kemp says the former housing secretary, congressman and Buffalo Bills quarterback has been diagnosed with cancer.

Bite in fight? League probes alleged Ruutu chomp

Ottawa Senators forward Jarkko Ruutu has been suspended by the NHL for two games without pay for biting Buffalo Sabres enforcer Andrew Peters.

Atlanta suffers rare home loss

Dwight Howard had 23 points and 19 rebounds, helping the Magic hold on for a 106-102 victory Wednesday night in a matchup of the top two teams in the Southeast Division.

Georgia's Stafford, Moreno to enter NFL Draft

Matthew Stafford and Knowshon Moreno are leaving Georgia for the NFL Draft.

Zags end Vols' home streak

Matt Bouldin tied a career high with 26 points to help Gonzaga upset No. 15 Tennessee 89-79 in overtime on Wednesday night.

Eagles suffer letdown, fall to Crimson

Jeremy Lin scored 27 points to lead Harvard to an 82-70 upset over No. 17 Boston College on Wednesday night, coming after the Eagles upset previously top-ranked North Carolina in their last game.

Short and sweet: Cowboys release Pacman

Troubled cornerback Adam 'Pacman' Jones was released by the Dallas Cowboys following a season in which he was suspended six games for an off-field fight.