Third-placed Drogheda United host second-placed St Patrick’s Athletic in tonight’s televised clash at Hunky Dorys Park (RTÉ 2 7.05pm), with the reward on offer a chance to cut Sligo Rovers’ lead at the top at least until tomorrow when the Bit O’ Red face Derry City in a North-West derby.

The wisdom of the decision by the board of Shamrock Rovers to sack Stephen Kenny will receive its second big test today when the club takes on Drogheda United in the EA Sports Cup final at Tallaght Stadium (5.45pm).

Roxy Music star Bryan Ferry has been dropped from his modelling contract with British retail chain Marks And Spencer (M&S) - after confessing his admiration for the Nazi propaganda machine.

MARKS & SPENCER is considering dropping its century-old name from the front of its stores.

Marks & Spencer is considering dropping its century-old name from the front of its stores.