Ireland

Biker killed in road accident

A motorcyclist was killed and three other people injured in a road accident. The 41-year-old man was riding from Kiltealy, Co Wexford, to Ballymurphy, Co Carlow, when he was in collision with a car on the R703 road at 6pm on Sunday.

Biker killed in road accident

A motorcyclist was killed and three other people injured in a road accident. The 41-year-old man was riding from Kiltealy, Co Wexford, to Ballymurphy, Co Carlow, when he was in collision with a car on the R703 road at 6pm on Sunday.

13:15: Classmates form guard of honour for Melissa

Classmates of murdered teenager Melissa Mahon formed a guard of honour at her funeral in Sligo today.

Dermot O'Leary wants Rose of Tralee gig

'X Factor' presenter Dermot O'Leary may have his eye on another prestigious job - hosting the Rose of Tralee.

Biker killed in road accident

A motorcyclist was killed and three other people injured in a road accident. The 41-year-old man was riding from Kiltealy, Co Wexford, to Ballymurphy, Co Carlow, when he was in collision with a car on the R703 road at 6pm on Sunday.

Hypo Real Estate reports $1.08 billion 2Q loss

The net loss for the April-June period compared with a profit of euro12 million a year earlier.

All Ireland Talent Show details announced

Details of the first round of auditions for the second series of RTE Television's 'The All Ireland Talent Show' have been announced.

Travel to Dublin, Ireland

Dublin Ireland is one of the world's most popular travel destinations with over 4.5 million tourists flocking to Dublin each year to soak in its historic past, rich culture and vibrant city life.

Ireland reports first death from swine flu

Ireland has reported its first swine flu death. Ireland's deputy chief medical officer Dr.

Ireland: Site with lake access Lough Derg

Stunning location, 1.25 acre site with lake access, permission to build jetty for two small boats, fully surrounded by trees.

Hypo Real Estate reports $1.08 billion 2Q loss

The net loss for the April-June period compared with a profit of euro12 million a year earlier.

Over 3,500 teachers to lose posts, claims TUI

MORE THAN 3,500 second- level teachers are set to lose their posts on the basis of new Department of Education figures, the Teachers' Union of Ireland has claimed.

Playwright Conal Creedon tackles fathers and sons

Fathers and sons are a tough matchup. Playwright Conal Creedon tackles their communication challenges in his double bill of one-act plays, "After Luke" and "When I Was God," playing off-Broadway at the Irish Repertory Theatre through Sept.

Irish gov't loses parliament majority as 2 quit

Prime Minister Brian Cowen lost his parliamentary majority Thursday after two lawmakers quit the party whip in a protest against cuts to cancer services.

Ireland: Shetland 17 ft

Shetland 17ft on trailer - needs about two days work to tidy up - mostly painting - although it can be used as is, but it deserves a little TLC.

Father Ted actor Frank Kelly is battling cancer again - just a year after a

The 70 year old, who played Father Jack Hackett in the hit TV series, underwent an operation to remove a giant tumour from his bowel in 2007.

Irish journalists win court case to protect source

DUBLIN: The Irish Times newspaper won a long-running legal battle yesterday to protect the identity of a key source who provided documents showing that former Prime Minister Bertie Ahern was under investigation for corruption.

Brimingham agree fee for O'Shea

Birmingham City have agreed a fee with Galway United captain Jay OA Shea. The 20-year-old Dubliner is set to undergo a medical and discuss personal terms with Alex McLeishA s side.

Human resources firm to create 30 jobs in Dundalk

A human resources firm is to create up to 30 jobs by the end of next year in Co Louth.

Ireland: Swop Searay for Rib

Wife and kids no longer interested, so I am looking to swop my sports boat for a rib.