The word “slap” triggered a chain of events that saw a woman slapping a garda across the face because she mistakenly thought that the guard had referred to her as a slapper.

Emmerdale family the Marsdens have been axed after just six months, it was announced today.

The Ireland ladies squad will take part in the Algarve Cup next month as part of preparations for the upcoming European Championships.

The Irish women’s international soccer team, in preparation for their upcoming European Championships, are embarking on a number of high profile games in the coming months.