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The fascinating story of Gaelic football's historic roots

21 hours ago | rte.ie | Paul Rouse

Analysis: Right at its core, Gaelic football is a mirror to Irish society and to the nature of that society at any given timeBy Paul Rouse, UCDBefore January 17th, 1885, there was no such thing as Gaelic football. What there was, though, was centuries of folk football played across Ireland in every corner, recorded in legal texts, in poetry, in newspaper accounts, in travellers' records.
Protests as Muslim community marks Eid al-Adha in Dublin

22 hours ago | rte.ie | Ailbhe Conneely

Over 300 members of the Muslim community have gathered in Dublin to celebrate Eid al-Adha. The feast of the sacrifice is regarded as the holiest festival in the Muslim calendar and is being celebrated indoors at Croke Park. A group protested outside the venue as attendees arrived. Imam Umar Al-Qadri went out and wished them a good morning. Inside, as the call to prayer began, a woman stood up holding a rosary beads and began to recite the Hail Mary.
New support for LGBTQ+ in mental health services launched

1 day ago | rte.ie | Ailbhe Conneely

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New support for LGBTQ+ in mental health services launched

1 day ago | rte.ie | Ailbhe Conneely

A guidance document and a training resource to support mental health services staff working with LGBTQIA+ service users will be launched this morning. The material will offer "clear and accessible guidance" to mental health professionals on how to meet the needs of LGBTQIA+ individuals accessing services, according to the Mental Health Commission (MHC).
'Report sensibly,' judge urges after Carlow shooting

2 days ago | rte.ie | Sinead Hussey

A judge in Co Kildare has said he wants to set the record straight in relation to the case of Evan Fitzgerald, who died during a shooting incident in Carlow town on Sunday evening. The 22-year-old fired a shotgun into the air a number of times at Fairgreen Shopping Centre, before he died from a self-inflicted wound. Nobody was injured by the shots fired. A young girl in the centre with her parents sustained a minor leg injury when she fell while running from the scene.
Blood, sweat and milk: the changing world of GAA interviews on TV

2 days ago | rte.ie | Siobhan Doyle

Analysis: From unruly dressing room visits to celebratory pitchside interviews, GAA TV interviews have evolved over the yearsThe first broadcast of The Sunday Game on RTÉ in July 1979 paved the way for the proliferation of GAA interviews on TV. The timing and setting of an interview indicate an immediacy to the match. With this comes immense elation and adrenaline that can lead to an unpredictable series of events which is entertaining for viewers.
Maher excited by what may emerge from Tipp pipeline

2 days ago | rte.ie | James McMahon

Things are stirring in Tipp again. On Saturday last, the Premier accounted for Kilkenny in the All-Ireland Under-20 final in the Cats' own backyard, this a year after a similar success was achieved at minor level against the same opposition in the Marble City. Liam Cahill's senior side are through to the All-Ireland series in the race for Liam MacCarthy and just narrowly missed out on a place in the Munster final.
Man in 80s dies in Westmeath house fire

2 days ago | rte.ie | Sinead Hussey

A man aged in his 80s has died following a house fire near Castlepollard in Co Westmeath. Emergency services were alerted to the blaze at Gilbertstown, around 1am. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. His body was removed to the mortuary at Regional Hospital Mullingar. A post mortem examination is due to take place later. it comes a day after a man and woman were killed in a house fire in Co Galway.
Shannon Airport expecting 100k passenger rise this winter

2 days ago | rte.ie | Pat McGrath

Shannon Airport is expecting to increase passenger numbers through the facility by 100,000 this winter, as a result of a new investment by Ryanair. The airline plans to add a number of new routes from the Co. Clare airport, as well as offering increased frequency on several other services. It says it will invest €87 million in an expansion of services from Shannon this winter. The company plans to base a fourth aircraft there, increasing flight frequency and allowing for enhanced flexibility.
EU needs to strike a fine balance in getting a good deal

3 days ago | rte.ie | Gail Conway

EU trade commissioner Maros Sefcovic and U.S. trade representative Jamieson Greer are meeting in Paris today to accelerate the pace of trade talks between the EU and Washington. Their discussion - which is being held on the sidelines of the OECD ministerial meeting - comes after US President Donald Trump said he would hit the European Union with 50% tariffs. President Trump has delayed these proposed tariffs until 9 July to allow the EU and Washington produce a deal.