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.

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Russian Developers Hit the Brakes

The once-red-hot real-estate sector has become one of the first major areas of Russia's economy to feel the chill of the global financial crisis.

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.

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Report: Santander considers take-over of Bank of Ireland

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

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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.

Sevilla show form but Brann stun Depor

Sevilla FC started their bid for a third UEFA Cup triumph in four years with a useful victory at home to FC Salzburg but while Real Racing Club Santander and Valencia CF also won, RC Deportivo La Coruña lost 2-0 at SK Brann.

Nicks picks give food for thought

Nick Faldo may have made a meal of it but his “sandwich list” became his real list today – and it will be Padraig Harrington and Robert Karlsson who kick off Europe’s bid for an unprecedented fourth successive Ryder Cup victory at Valhalla.

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.

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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.

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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.

Madrid face up to Gago blow

Real Madrid CF midfielder Fernando Gago will miss the UEFA Champions League trip to FC Zenit St. Petersburg after he was sidelined for four weeks with a thigh tear suffered in the 2-0 defeat of FC BATE Borisov.

Below-par Madrid fail to match billing

Full-back Marcelo knows Real Madrid CF did not play at their best in the 2-0 victory over ten-man FC Bate Borisov, saying: "We let the fans down but the most important thing is that we gained three points."

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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.

'Bell,' 'Girl' tie for Humanitas award

Film News: Harwood, Oliver to share $10, 000 prize -- "Diving Bell and the Butterfly" and "Lars and the Real Girl" tied for the top feature film honor at the Humanitas awards, presented Wednesday at the Beverly Hills Hotel.

Madrid saunter past ten-man BATE

Real Madrid CF 2-0 FC BATE BorisovThe nine-times champions eased to victory at home to the debutants, who did well to keep the score down after the sending-off of Anri Khagush.

Wasteful Madrid cause Schuster concern

Real Madrid CF may have got Group H under way with a defeat of FC BATE Borisov, yet Bernd Schuster felt they eased off and "wasted a great chance to record a brilliant result" against the debutants from Belarus.

Wednesday’s racing tips

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

European football mourns Fahnler loss

European and Austrian football is mourning the loss of former referee Heinz Fahnler, who has died suddenly at the age of 66 while on duty as a UEFA delegate for this evening's Real Madrid CF-FC BATE Borisov fixture.

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.

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.