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Teen sensation Loughnane wins 2025 jockey title

19-year-old Billy Loughnane has been crowned the 2025 Annual Flat Jockey Champion after a record-breaking season with 207 wins. Discover his incredible rise from just six wins in 2022.

Irish Pub Crisis: 2,100 Closures Since 2005

New academic studies reveal Ireland's pubs are vanishing at alarming rates, threatening community cohesion and cultural heritage. Discover the sobering findings.

Irish Writers Portraits by Steve Pyke Exhibition

British photographer Steve Pyke captures Ireland's literary greats in striking portraits. Featuring Edna O'Brien, Seamus Heaney and contemporary voices. Discover the stories behind the images.

Five killed in tragic Co Louth car crash

A night of celebration turned to tragedy as five young people died in a car crash near Dundalk. Read the full story on this heartbreaking incident.

Irish Dancing Docuseries Explores Wigs & World Championships

Sky's new docuseries 'Battle of the Irish Dancers' follows young competitors preparing for the World Irish Dancing Championships, exploring the evolution of the art form post-Riverdance. Discover the story behind the spectacular wigs and routines.

Arranmore: Ireland's Hidden Island Paradise

Escape to Arranmore Island, a hidden Irish gem offering stunning coastal scenery, rich Gaelic culture, and authentic island life just a short ferry ride from Donegal.

Irish PM's Emotional Newfoundland Pilgrimage

Taoiseach Simon Harris makes poignant journey to Irish Memorial in Newfoundland, honouring centuries of Irish heritage and the tragic legacy of 19th century immigrants.

Oisin Murphy gets 14-day whip ban at Newmarket

Three-time champion jockey Oisin Murphy has been handed a 14-day suspension and £1,000 fine for improper whip use during a dramatic finish at Newmarket, marking another setback in his comeback season.

'Irish Maradona' jailed for fake cancer scam

A Dublin man dubbed the 'Irish Maradona' has been sentenced to five years for an elaborate cancer scam that defrauded friends and family of €345,000 using shocking methods including inserting iPhone cables in his nose.

Teen jockey Tommie Jakes dies aged 19

The horse racing community is in mourning after 19-year-old apprentice jockey Tommie Jakes died unexpectedly at his family home, leaving the sport devastated by the loss of a promising young talent.

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