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Irish premier describes Eurovision boycott as ‘act of solidarity’

Ireland is among a number of countries who pulled out of the contest over Israel’s participation in 2026.

Evening Standard

Sweden’s national broadcaster confirms it will take part in Eurovision 2026

Ireland, The Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia pulled out of the singing competition following the EBU general assembly in Geneva on Thursday.

Evening Standard

'We're here because we deserve to be' – Irish cycling's journey from 'underdog' status to an unfazed force

After the nation's most successful year in recent history, Cyclingnews spoke to Irish stars Lara Gillespie and Ben Healy on the Emerald Isle's changing mindset as it eyes a return to cycling's top table

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Should lynx and wolves be reintroduced to Britain and Ireland? Young people have mixed feelings

There are many things people have love-hate relationships with in Britain and Ireland, from Brussels sprouts to cricket or sea swimming. Another item can now be added to this list: the reintroduction of lynx and wolves to the countryside.

The Conversation

Four countries boycott Eurovision after Israel allowed to compete

Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland and Slovenia have withdrawn from Eurovision 2026 over the Gaza war after the competition's organisers cleared Israel's participation, plunging the competition into one of the biggest rows since it began in 1956.

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Ukraine war briefing: drones reportedly spotted near Zelenskyy flight path on Dublin trip

Irish navy ship spotted suspicious drones near the flight path of Zelenskyy’s aircraft as he landed on Monday in Ireland, local media reported. What we know on day 1,3811

The Guardian - AU

Multiple Countries Boycott Eurovision 2026 After Israel Is Cleared To Compete

Four countries will boycott Eurovision 2026 after Israel is cleared to compete, raising fresh questions about the contest’s future.

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Young ‘cautious’ over potential reintroduction of wolves and lynx in the wild

Research carried out in Northern Ireland examined the views of children ages 10 and 11, and 16-year-olds.

Evening Standard

Young people more fearful of bringing back wild wolves, survey finds

Young people’s support for the reintroduction of large carnivores is lower than that of adults

The Independent UK

The events that led to countries boycotting 2026 Eurovision over Israel

The 2026 contest will be held in Vienna

The Independent UK

Netherlands, Spain and Ireland among countries set to boycott Eurovision after Israel allowed to compete

Belgium and Iceland’s broadcasters are now reviewing their position and will make a decision in the coming days, it is understood

Evening Standard

BBC supports ‘collective decision’ to allow Israel in Eurovision amid intense boycott

In the UK, the Conservatives have voiced strong opposition to the boycotts

The Independent UK

Eurovision 2026 storm: BBC backs Israel participation as countries boycott event

BBC says it supports the ‘collective’ decision as Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia announced they will boycott the contest

Evening Standard

Ireland among countries boycotting Eurovision Song Contest 2026 over Israel

In September, Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland and Slovenia threatened to withdraw unless Israel was excluded over the war in Gaza.

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The Independent UK

BBC backs decision to let Israel join Eurovision as four countries boycott event

Ireland, Spain, Netherlands and Slovenia lead action protesting against Israeli conduct in Gaza war

The Guardian - UK

Four countries to boycott Eurovision 2026 as Israel cleared to compete

Ireland, Spain, Slovenia and the Netherlands pull out after decision not to hold vote on Israel’s participation

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Keanu Reeves' band Dogstar announces UK, Ireland and Europe tour for 2026

Keanu Reeves and his band Dogstar will play gigs in the UK and Ireland before heading on a mainland European tour.

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Channel 4 showing EVERY Africa Cup of Nations game with exclusive rights package in UK and Ireland

AFCON 2025 will be broadcast for free for the first time ever in England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland and Northern Ireland.

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The Guardian - UK

Maro Itoje eyes World Cup glory after England dodge big guns in 2027 draw

Maro Itoje has set his sights on Rugby World Cup glory in Australia in 2027 after England were handed a potentially favourable path through the tournament

The Guardian - UK

Favourable 2027 Rugby World Cup draw provides few potholes for England

Signs are encouraging for England’s improving squad to invoke the glory of 2003 with rivals facing trickier routes in Australia

The Guardian - UK

Death of Irish mother in ‘free birth’ reveals how poor maternity care is pushing women towards extreme influencers

Women in Ireland and the UK linked to Free Birth Society among scores around world to have suffered loss or serious harm after births

The Guardian - UK

Hosts Australia to face New Zealand in Rugby World Cup pool as England draw Wales

Australia will face the All Blacks while England were drawn with Wales and Ireland with Scotland in the 2027 Rugby World Cup pools

The Independent UK

All Blacks meet hosts Australia in mouthwatering clash as England face Wales at 2027 Rugby World Cup

Ireland will take on Scotland in the pool stage while reigning champions South Africa could meet New Zealand in the quarter-finals

The Independent UK

England to face Wales in group stage at 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup

Ireland and Scotland and hosts Australia and New Zealand were also drawn together.

The Independent UK

Rugby World Cup 2027 draw live: England, Springboks, All Blacks and more find out opponents

The Springboks eye a third successive triumph, with 24 teams finding out their fate for the largest World Cup ever in Australia in 2027

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