An Irishman who allegedly caused the deaths of two Irish backpackers in Perth in 2007 has been arrested by gardaí, as Australian authorities are seeking his extradition.

The prospect of Paul O’Connell, Gordon D’Arcy and Tommy Bowe playing in Sunday’s Pool C clash with Russia looks bleak after the trio remain under treatment after sustaining injuries against Australia.

Brisbane Lions’ Irish star Pearce Hanley has declared himself available for this year’s International Rules series in Melbourne and the Gold Coast.

The British Ministry of Defence is preparing to pay compensation to relatives of those killed or injured by soldiers on Bloody Sunday in Northern Ireland.

Tourism Ireland has launched a quirky marketing campaign involving Northern Ireland born comedian Jimeoin. It centres on the tourism highlights of Northern Ireland, which are brought to life by his story-telling.

Insurance giant Aviva is under increasing pressure to make an announcement amid fears a business review is earmarking 500 redundancies at its Irish operations.

Sinn Féin presidential hopeful Martin McGuinness has said that ‘west Brit’ elements have been trying to derail his fledgling bid to become Irish head of state.

Shane Jennings has told his Ireland team-mates to back up their stunning victory over Australia by challenging for silverware at this World Cup.

Keith Earls insists Ireland’s backline are ready to explode into life when they face Russia in Rotorua on Sunday.

A man accused of murdering Sydney nurse manager Michelle Beets two years ago told his wife that he “had permission” to kill from “an organisation in Ireland” a court has heard.