Seven out of 10 bed-nights are spent in Cork, Dublin, Galway, Kerry, and Clare, and this congestion diminishes the tourist value of the rest of the country, writes Paul Kelly, CEO, Fáilte Ireland

Tatoo artist Rosa Gonzalez Valesco died after it was claimed there was an alleged failure to diagnose and treat her rare cancer on a timely basis when she sought help for a swelling on her jaw. The claims were denied.

Poet Mary Noonan whose second collection, Stone Girl, has just been published, says that working as a lecturer in UCC’s French Department, means that she has to clear her head of “academic stuff” in order to write creatively.

A new TV series highlights the lack of cycling lanes in Ireland compared to elsewhere in Europe, writes Ciara McDonnell.

Spain skipper Sergio Ramos is expecting a tough night against England and pinpointed star striker Harry Kane as player that could thrive in LaLiga.

Wales boss Ryan Giggs says Gareth Bale is “50-50” to face Ireland at Aviva Stadium in their Nations League clash next Tuesday.

It’s been a weekend for saying goodbye. Not only to the 2017/18 Premier League season — good riddance, on the whole — but also to some characters who’ve marked the competition’s last 15 years or so.

Liverpool shouldn’t really be anyone’s idea of plucky underdogs.

 

Who would have thought so many Reds could be so happy on a day when Manchester City were playing for a trophy?

Paul Pogba’s professional response to being dropped has impressed Jose Mourinho, who has underlined the need for Manchester United’s stars to earn his trust.

Right then, all set for the weekend’s big one in Blighty?

David De Gea’s exceptional display saved Manchester United’s blushes as Jose Mourinho’s men somehow escaped with a goalless draw from a match dominated by Sevilla.

Liverpool have contacted UEFA about ticket prices for the away leg of their Champions League last-16 tie against Porto.

Much of Manchester will spend most of next week heading in and out of various Christmas party hangovers. United fans may be forgiven for thinking we’ve started early. 

Ryanair has announced extra flights on 40 different routes from Cork, Dublin, Knock and Shannon airports for summer 2018.

No Red in his right mind should have been surprised when the final whistle blew last night. A week ago, I bluntly concluded here: “Defeat is the likeliest outcome for a Pogba-free United; I’d snatch your hand off for a draw.”

Sadio Mane is confident Liverpool will continue to cause problems for defenders in the latter stages of the Champions League — although first they have to get into the knockout stages.

A train carriage has derailed in Spain after part of a track became flooded between the southern cities of Malaga and Seville today, leaving more than two dozen people injured.

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has insisted he still trusts Alberto Moreno “100%” after the left-back’s performance against Sevilla.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp insists their squandering of a three-goal lead in the 3-3 draw with Sevilla was a "misjudgement" by his players and he has no concerns about their character.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp believes striker Daniel Sturridge needs to put aside any concerns he may have about his place in the side for the good of the club’s season.

Barcelona's Nou Camp stadium could be temporarily closed if supporters are found guilty of using insulting chants about Spain, LaLiga president Javier Tebas has warned.

The Northern Ireland beauty spot is officially the world’s hottest destination after coming top of the list of global regions in the Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel List 2018.

Emergency services in southern Spain are fighting a wildfire that has forced the evacuation of 400 residents from seven towns in the province of Seville.

Movies have long had the power to spark tourist trends, but changing viewing habits and increased TV production values mean it’s the small screen that’s now inspiring serious wanderlust, writes Carolyn Moore

Severe weather warnings have been issued for European destinations popular with holidaymakers.

Manchester City forward Nolito claims the English weather has made his daughter's face change colour as he looks for a way out this summer.

All sides of the Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos’ unique personality are on show as he leads his team towards an increasingly likely La Liga and Champions League double.

Author Mary Rose Glennon claims she has been left with a €2m debt because of an alleged failure by a law firm to properly supervise her now deceased partner.

Carolyn Moore explores the wonderful treasures this old Spanish city has to offer.

Olivia O’Toole was part of the Republic of Ireland senior women’s team between 1991 and 2009. Winning more than 130 caps, she remains the team’s record goalscorer having netted 54 times. Born and bred in Dublin’s north inner-city, she remains embedded in the local community and works as a recreation officer with Dublin City Council.

The place next door quite famously fetched €27.5m, at an electric auction process, back in 2006.

In this week’s column, Kehlan Kirwan talks with Dave Smyth from Cogs and Marvel, an Irish events company. Formerly Green Light Events, the business has rebranded and opened up a new office in San Francisco

The stand and temporary seating were packed and the star attractions didn’t disappoint as Skibbereen’s O’Donovan brothers lit up the 2017 Indoor Rowing Championships at the University of Limerick on Saturday.

An experimental solar-powered plane has landed in Spain, completing an unprecedented, three-day flight across the Atlantic in the latest leg of its globe-circling journey.

As Nicky Byrne urges us to “Just touch who you wanna, Kiss who you gotta”, Billy O’Riordan looks back at the weird and wonderful lyrics of Eurovision from the past 61 years

Fionnuala McCormack cruised to a facile win at the Spar Great Ireland Run in Dublin yesterday, the 31-year-old taking her first victory in the 10km race in 33:30 ahead of Deirdre Byrne and Maria McCambridge.