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Was Derek Lyng’s lightbulb moment the tactical template he used with Kilkenny’s U20 team? Their epic Leinster semi-final victory over Galway in 2022 saw Paddy Langton play as an out-and-out seventh defender with wing-backs given the freedom to attack and score.Billy Reid and Joe Fitzpatrick’s scoring roles are now taken by Mikey Carey and Paddy Deegan, who both like to attack from deep. Carey’s instinct for attack is propelled by undoubted wheels, and Lyng may well decide to use him on Sunday in a hunt, chase and attack role on Jake Morris. In 1992, I was fortunate enough to play…

RECENTLY, I found myself sitting with a blood result I hadn’t expected: high cholesterol. The result surprised me. As a GP with a special interest in lifestyle medicine, I spend much of my time supporting patients in managing their health through diet, exercise, stress management, and sleep. I ticked all the ‘healthy lifestyle’ boxes: I regularly exercise, running and participating in Hyrox classes three times a week, I don’t smoke, and eat relatively well — so, in my mid-30s, seeing that elevated cholesterol number in black and white gave me pause. What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a fatty substance that…

Despite global economic uncertainty and US President Donald Trump’s efforts to encourage manufacturing repatriation, the overwhelming majority of US businesses operating in Ireland intend to maintain or increase their employment levels. To mark the July 4th Independence Day, the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) published the results of a member survey, revealing that 92.5% of respondents plan to either increase or maintain their current workforce in Ireland. Specifically, 60% of respondents indicated plans to increase their employee numbers, while 32.5% reported they would maintain their existing headcount. The survey also highlighted that 90% of respondents believed their corporate headquarters held…

US president Donald Trump’s tax-cut legislation cleared its final hurdle in the US Congress on Thursday, as the Republican-controlled House of Representatives narrowly approved a massive package that would fund his domestic agenda and push millions of Americans off health insurance.  The 218-214 vote amounts to a significant victory for the Republican president that will fund his immigration crackdown, make his 2017 tax cuts permanent and deliver new tax breaks that he promised during his 2024 campaign. It also cuts health and food safety net programs and zeroes out dozens of green energy incentives. It would add $3.4tn to the…

Cork and Dublin’s paths to this point diverge, offering contrasting experiences along the way. One journey might be considered more picturesque than the other. News Source : Irish Examiner

Marin Cilic defeats Jack Draper. News Source : Irish Examiner

Despite being significantly depleted, UCC deserves commendation for their performance in this match. They fought hard until the very end and did justice to their prestigious jersey. News Source : Irish Examiner

Former Wexford hurling captain Diarmuid Lyng and his partner – spoken word artist Siobhán de Paor – are the subjects of a new documentary that debuts at next week’s Galway Film Fleadh. Immrám is one of dozens of Irish and international films that will screen at the Fleadh. The film, co-directed by Cork-based filmmaker Michael Holly and Mieke Vanmechelen, focuses on the couple, who are involved in a movement that aims to reclaim indigenous Irish identity, customs, religion, and language. Following the teachings of philosopher John Moriarty, who they reference through the film, they run retreats featuring cultural skills, sweat…

Renowned ecologist, Ralph Sheppard, celebrates the release of his new, exquisitely illustrated book, focusing on the diverse birdlife of County Donegal. ‘The Birds of County Donegal’ stands as the definitive historical record and status report for all 376 bird species documented in the region. This comprehensive work details their specific habitats, and chronicles the dedicated efforts of ornithologists and birdwatchers who study them. The book is richly enhanced with photographs, insightful graphics, and iconic paintings by Robert Vaughan. Ecologist, Ralph Sheppard. Mr. Sheppard’s connection with Donegal’s birdlife spans decades, beginning in his childhood. “As a child I knew about birds…

The actor Michael Madsen has died aged 67 at his home in Malibu, according to authorities and his representatives. No foul play is suspected, the sheriff’s department confirmed, after deputies responded to the Los Angeles county home following a call to emergency services on Thursday morning. He was pronounced dead at 8.25am. In an email, Madsen’s manager, Ron Smith, confirmed his client had died from cardiac arrest. A statement from Smith and another manager, Susan Ferris, along with publicist Liz Rodriguez, said: “In the last two years, Michael Madsen has been doing some incredible work with independent film, including upcoming…