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Colin Sheridan: NFL is spectacle, invasion, conquest — and has no place in Croke Park

As the NFL arrives in Dublin, Croke Park faces a deeper question: is Ireland selling identity for spectacle and profit?

<p>The local Coroner has been notified and the services of the Office of the State Pathologist have been requested. File Picture: Colin Keegan/Collins </p>

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Bodies of man and young girl discovered at house in Dublin

<p>READY TO ROLL: Rory McIlroy of Europe during the afternoon fourballs on day two of the 2025 Ryder Cup at Black Course at Bethpage State Park Golf Course in Farmingdale, New York, USA. Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Sportsfile</p>

golf

Scheffler and McIlroy to clash in Sunday's singles as doubts linger over hurt Hovland

Female worker stops conflict between two angry male employees. Stress, emotions management at work. Conflict situation

people

Dear Dáithí: I was dragged into a witch-hunt — how can I make it right?

Michael Clifford

SMick Clifford: Living in Trumpland — how his politics of grievance spread to Ireland

Buzzy €350k Galtees sanctuary a retreat from a world of woes

residential

Buzzy €350k Galtees sanctuary a retreat from a world of woes

Ryder Cup Golf

golf

Heroic McIlroy and Lowry silence the simpletons and Bethpage in Ryder Cup classic

Selena Gomez marries music producer Benny Blanco

celebrity

Selena Gomez marries music producer Benny Blanco

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health and wellbeing

Natural Health: How can I treat my itchy vaginal thrush?

Regular Columnists

Michael Clifford

S Mick Clifford: Living in Trumpland — how his politics of grievance spread to Ireland

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Colin Sheridan: NFL is spectacle, invasion, conquest — and has no place in Croke Park

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Gareth O'Callaghan: Free speech, hate speech and the lessons from Jimmy Kimmel and Charlie Kirk

Paul Hosford: Why Sinn Féin’s decision not to run a presidential candidate may prove costly

Insight: Must Reads

‘Magic happens when you put on a red nose’: Why these Irish women decided to become clowns

‘Magic happens when you put on a red nose’: Why these Irish women decided to become clowns

We associate clowning with men but its potential to transform and empower has made it increasingly popular with women. Kate Demolder looks at the ongoing rise of female clowning

Katherine Zappone: I stare into the future, Ann Louise is no longer here — I am heartbroken

Katherine Zappone: I stare into the future, Ann Louise is no longer here — I am heartbroken

Are we getting old or is Marks and Spencer trendy now? Here’s what an M&S buyer has to say

Are we getting old or is Marks and Spencer trendy now? Here’s what an M&S buyer has to say

I visited Marian Keyes for tea and biscuits — here’s everything we spoke about

I visited Marian Keyes for tea and biscuits — here’s everything we spoke about

News

Anti-racism carnival

Thousands march through Dublin for United Against Racism rally

The parade departed from Parnell Square at about 1pm on Saturday and made its way to Custom House Quay

From Schitt's Creek to Lisdoonvarna: US woman finds love at matchmaking festival

From Schitt's Creek to Lisdoonvarna: US woman finds love at matchmaking festival

‘Irish men must take action' in wake of worrying report about poor health and premature death

‘Irish men must take action' in wake of worrying report about poor health and premature death

Businessman in dispute with HSE over faulty ventilators wins contract for Galway hydro turbine project

Businessman in dispute with HSE over faulty ventilators wins contract for Galway hydro turbine project

sport

Ryder Cup - Day Two - Bethpage Black Course

Ryder Cup sparks fly as angry Bryson DeChambeau clashes with Tommy Fleetwood

DeChambeau got into the space of his European opponent.

Ryder Cup - Day Two - Bethpage Black Course

Europe three points away from winning Ryder Cup outright after fiery day two

Tottenham Hotspur v Wolverhampton Wanderers - Premier League - Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

Tottenham rescued by Joao Palhinha’s stoppage-time equaliser against Wolves

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Top 14: O'Gara's half-time rollicking pays off as La Rochelle storm to big win over Perpignan

Lifestyle

Joe McNamee: Local food is at the heart of Dingle Food Festival

Joe McNamee: Local food is at the heart of Dingle Food Festival

"Each year, I throw a few children into the boot and head west for Corca Dhuibhne and we have never had anything less than a truly splendid time."

Spooky season is almost upon us — here’s where you can pick pumpkins in Ireland this autumn

Spooky season is almost upon us — here’s where you can pick pumpkins in Ireland this autumn

Saturday with Slane Castle's Alex Conyngham: 'The castle is a blank canvas to push the boundaries'

Saturday with Slane Castle's Alex Conyngham: 'The castle is a blank canvas to push the boundaries'

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Viva Las Vegas: Secret thrills, spills, and bumps in America's entertainment capital

Viewpoints

Mick Clifford: Will the presidency go back to pre-Robinson era as a retirement home for politicians?

S Mick Clifford: Will the presidency go back to pre-Robinson era as a retirement home for politicians?

When the dust clears, we will see whether we’re going to get a continuity Michael D presidency, or go back to the future when the president was often seen, but rarely heard

Lift the Ban on Palestine Action protest

Palestine Action's civil disobedience overwhelming London police

We must stop victim blaming after road deaths

We must stop victim blaming after road deaths

The basic income scheme for the arts changed my life

The basic income scheme for the arts changed my life

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Carbery Rangers and Valley Rovers remain standing, but the pressure only increases from here

S Carbery Rangers and Valley Rovers remain standing, but the pressure only increases from here

The stifling pressure will hold until they meet again. Not until someone falls does it dissipate.

Clinical Knocknagree edge Kanturk after extra time to keep Senior A title chase on course

S Clinical Knocknagree edge Kanturk after extra time to keep Senior A title chase on course

Linehan goal condemns Ballydesmond to the drop as Millstreet survive

S Linehan goal condemns Ballydesmond to the drop as Millstreet survive

Hurling IQ, killer instinct, devotion to his craft: Cork team-mates on what made Patrick Horgan special

S Hurling IQ, killer instinct, devotion to his craft: Cork team-mates on what made Patrick Horgan special

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The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: Kenmare still seeks justice for murdered farmer Michael Gaine

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: Kenmare still seeks justice for murdered farmer Michael Gaine

As Kenmare remembers Michael Gaine, questions persist about the failed search, the investigation, and whether justice will be delivered

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Retired army officer on effects of criminal investigation

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Retired army officer on effects of criminal investigation

Podcast special: What the NFL's arrival in Dublin means for America's game and Irish sport

Podcast special: What the NFL's arrival in Dublin means for America's game and Irish sport

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: Amal El Khawaja shares story of son killed in Rafah

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: Amal El Khawaja shares story of son killed in Rafah

Watch Now

Liam Og O hAnnaidh court case

Watch: UK court throws out prosecution of Kneecap member

A London court has dismissed a terrorism-related case against a member of Irish rap group Kneecap, ruling the prosecution was unlawful as it was brought too late.

Podcast special: What the NFL's arrival in Dublin means for America's game and Irish sport

Podcast special: What the NFL's arrival in Dublin means for America's game and Irish sport

UN General Assembly

Watch: Trump says recognizing Palestinian state a 'reward' for Hamas

farming

Signpost: Strong grass growth keeps cows out full-time in October

Signpost: Strong grass growth keeps cows out full-time in October

Cows are currently milking 16.2 litres per day at 4.8% fat and 4.14% protein, which is 1.49kg milk solids per cow. Cows are receiving 16kg of grass and 4kg of meal in the parlour

Cork students make it to Certified Irish Angus Schools Competition finals

Cork students make it to Certified Irish Angus Schools Competition finals

Leading scientist from Denmark to feature as keynote speaker at Teagasc pig conference

Leading scientist from Denmark to feature as keynote speaker at Teagasc pig conference

For Sale by Owner

Kieran Coughlan: Is the Irish land market dysfunctional?

Property

A hint of the Alpine at €675,000 Killeagh home on more than an acre

A hint of the Alpine at €675,000 Killeagh home on more than an acre

Quality is the name of the game at this Ballinteosig home

Former 'last cheap house' in Kinsale returns to market at €395k after full makeover

Former 'last cheap house' in Kinsale returns to market at €395k after full makeover

A celebration of Irish and international art at sales in Dublin

A celebration of Irish and international art at sales in Dublin

Jennifer Sheahan: My home-on-wheels adventure comes to an end

Jennifer Sheahan: My home-on-wheels adventure comes to an end

World

Russia Ukraine War

Four killed as Russia unleashes major missile and drone attack on Ukraine

At least four people were killed when Russia unleashed a barrage of drones and missiles on Ukraine overnight, with the capital Kyiv suffering the heaviest assault.

Iran Nuclear

Iran considers response to reimposed UN sanctions

Tina Turner-Statue

Statue of Tina Turner unveiled in Tennessee community where she grew up

UN General Assembly Russia

Aggression against Russia will be met with ‘decisive response’, minister says

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Thinking ahead to housing treatments

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The pension auto-enrolment clock is ticking

Dublin Theatre Festival returns from 25 September to 12 October

Dublin Theatre Festival returns from 25 September to 12 October

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