Michael Loccisano/Getty Images for FanDuel Paddy Power Betfair confirms takeover talks with US fantasy sports startup FanDuel. Talks are ongoing and a deal is not guaranteed. The talks come after a landmark ruling from the US Supreme Court on Monday that opens the door for legalised sports betting in the US. LONDON — Irish bookmaker […]
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How May’s Irish border dilemma could keep the UK in the single market
Reuters / Russell Cheyne Scotland’s Brexit minister Michael Russell believes the Irish border issue could see the UK remain in the EU single market. If May keeps Northern Ireland in the single market, “there are compelling reasons why that should be the case for Scotland and indeed for the rest of the UK,” he told […]
Irish government faces pushback on decision to expel Russian diplomat
Ireland’s government is facing pushback for its decision to follow the lead of the UK, the US and other European countries and expel a Russian diplomat from the country. Irish Foreign Minister Simon Coveney released a statement on Tuesday, confirming that Dublin would stand in “unqualified solidarity” with the UK, which has accused the Russian […]
Why a hard Brexit Irish border would reopen a ‘gaping wound’ and wreck the Irish peace process
Charles McQuillan / Getty Re-introducing a hard border in Ireland after Brexit would be like re-opening a “gaping wound,” a leading expert has warned. Prominent Northern Ireland academic Katy Hayward said a harder border with technology could destabilise Ireland’s highly sensitive peace process. Her warnings echo those from senior police chiefs who say that border […]
England vs Ireland REACTION: Jones speaks as Irish win Grand Slam on St Patrick's Day
GETTY Ireland have won the Grand Slam for the first time since 2009 The Irish, seeking their second Grand Slam in nine years but third in their entire history, demolished a lacklustre England outfit. Tries from Garry Ringrose, CJ Stander and Jacob Stockdale had Ireland on their way before the break. Two Elliot Daly tries […]
The Irish want Trump to come see the border with Northern Ireland
Olivier Douliery-Pool/Getty Images Leo Varadkar, the Irish Prime Minister, has said that President Donald J. Trump is welcome to visit Ireland. Alluding to Trump’s plans to build a wall between Mexico and the U.S., Varadkar suggested he show Trump the border between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. There have been no recent discussions […]
False St Patrick’s Day cliches that drive Irish people crazy
In honor of Ireland’s national holiday RT.com presents a comprehensive run-down of the bizarre St Patrick’s Day cliches from around the globe which irritate Irish people the most. Put that green beer down and read on. Calling it ‘St Patty’s Day’ Other than people mistakenly thinking that the Republic of Ireland is part of Britain, […]
False St Patrick’s Day cliches that drive Irish people crazy
In honor of Ireland’s national holiday RT.com presents a comprehensive run-down of the bizarre St Patrick’s Day cliches from around the globe which irritate Irish people the most. Put that green beer down and read on. Calling it ‘St Patty’s Day’ Other than people mistakenly thinking that the Republic of Ireland is part of Britain, […]
7 Far-Flung Irish Pubs to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
7 Far-Flung Irish Pubs to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Advertiser Disclosure The credit card offers that appear on the website are from credit card companies from which ThePointsGuy.com receives compensation. This compensation may impact how and where products appear on this site (including, for example, the order in which they appear). This site does not […]
Melania Trump wears emerald green to meet Irish Prime Minister
First Lady Melania Trump, 47, looked stunning in an emerald green dress when she joined husband and US President Donald Trump for a St Patrick’s Day reception at the White House on Thursday. The former model looked chic in a leopard-print dress which highlighted her slim figure and teamed the look with her favourite snake-skin […]