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# decisions
'We're under the hammer' - Big selection calls for Ireland before France test
Joe Schmidt is pleased to see his forwards looking more comfortable when passing the ball.
# Boys
Irish teenage boys are 42% fitter than girls
The study measured aerobic fitness by testing students with a beep test – the results of which they then entered into a competition.
# Timber
Want to break a world record for throwing a Christmas tree?
Get ready for this year’s competition, taking place on 8 January.
# Competition
O'Loughlin hoping rivalry with Ringrose will inspire both players
Rory O’Loughlin is keen to build on an impressive start to his debut season for Leinster.
# Competition
Mourinho warns Martial over Man United place
The French youngster has scored only twice this season and has been in and out of the starting XI.
# XV calls
Schmidt's Ireland bring 'a good bite' as competition for places heats up
Joe Schmidt will confirm some big selection decisions on Thursday afternoon.
# Irish book awards
COMPETITION: Win a load of great books nominated for the Irish Book Awards
There are some super titles up for grabs.
# Competition
COMPETITION: Win a load of great books nominated for the Irish Book Awards
There are some super titles up for grabs.
# Competition
WIN an amazing family trip to Lapland with Sunway Holidays
Tell us your best story about meeting Santa to win this brilliant prize.
# Competition
WIN: €300 in cash AND watch us scaring our co-workers
We frighten the bejaysus out of people. You watch and win cash.
# Well Do Ya Punk?
Feelin' lucky? Tonight's EuroMillions draw is for an eye-watering €160 million
“You’ve got to ask yourself one question – do I feel lucky?”
# journal journeys
"A fabulous, happy day" - 100 reasons to get on board TheJournal.ie Journeys
We have partnered with Irish Rail to give almost 5,000 return trips away to worthy community groups like these…
# Competition
WIN: A special overnight trip to experience Culture Night in Cork, Galway or Killarney
We have three trips to give away – one to each location, all of which include a curated Culture Night trail.
# Culture Night
WIN: A seat for you and a friend on our Culture Night preview bus
You could get a sneak preview of three of Dublin’s Culture Night venues – before anyone else. Here’s how to win.
# stick to your guns
Virgin Media says eir Sport 'never was and never will be' important to it
Its CEO said the decision to drop both it and BT Sport was “the right call”.
# ep 2016
WIN: 2 VIP weekend tickets to sold-out Electric Picnic 2016
Festival goals tbh.
# End of an era
Blackberry is killing off its last traditional keyboard phone
The company said the Classic had “long surpassed the average lifespan for a smartphone in today’s market”.
# Sponsored By Powerscourt
COMPETITION: Win a relaxing overnight stay in Powerscourt Hotel Resort & Spa for two
The prize includesa delicious dinner in Sika restaurant, breakfast and a 50 minute spa treatment for each guest in the award-winning ESPA.
# Competition
We've got 5 copies of John Kavanagh's new book and we want you to have them
Ireland’s leading MMA coach tells his story in ‘Win or Learn’, which hit the shelves this week.
# sponsored by cityjet
Fancy taking off like Robbie Brady? Well here's your chance to WIN a European getaway
Win flights for two to any CityJet destination. CityJet – the official partner of the FAI.
# Golden Tickets
Off to France without a ticket? We've (probably) the very last pairs for Ireland v Italy
If you’re not in, you can’t win!
# Tickets there
Off to France without a ticket? We've ELEVEN of (probably) the very last pairs for Ireland-Belgium
If you’re not in, you can’t win!
# Golden Tickets
Off to France without a ticket? We've EIGHT of (probably) the very last pairs for Ireland-Sweden
If you’re not in, you can’t win!
# sponsored by flyefit
COMPETITION: Tell us what motivates you to get fit to win annual roaming membership to all FLYEfit gyms
We want to hear all your inspiration and motivation.
# Competition
WIN: A place at our book clubs for the International Literature Festival Dublin
We’ll be discussing books by Maeve Brennan and Amy Liptrot over complimentary tea and cake.
# Competition
Open thread: Tell us your favourite book this year and you could win 10 books
The books are all on the shortlist for the International Dublin Literary Award.
# Competition
Which goalkeepers will Ireland take to the Euros?
With Rob Elliot injured, there has been much discussion over who will take his place in the squad this summer.
# Sponsored By PTSB
Open thread: Tell us what helps you to keep going everyday and WIN a cool Bobbin bike
Coffee? Family? The weekend? Let us know and you could win a gorgeous vintage-style Bobbin bike.
# Competition
Hodgson warns Rooney his starting place is under threat
The form of Harry Kane and Jamie Vardy means the Man United striker is not a certain starter at Euro 2016.
# Competition
5 key battles for Ireland Euro 2016 squad places
David Meyler v Stephen Gleeson and other choices that may be made in the coming days.
# get reading
COMPETITION: Here are the books you should be picking up this World Book Day
Plus: Win one of three €100 Easons.com eVouchers.
# sponsored by mcdonalds
6 of the most heart-warming stories from our commenters' lives
Plus we announce Aileen Parnell as the winner of our €200 cash prize.
# sponsored by mcdonalds
COMPETITION: Tell us the best thing that happened to you last year - and win €200
From big sporting wins for Ireland right down to the best personal moments. Warning: warm fuzzies ahead.
# Competition
Bad news for Glenn Whelan? Stoke break the bank for new defensive midfielder
Meanwhile, Marc Wilson’s Euro 2016 hopes have been dealt a blow.
# sponsored
Can you beat every other DailyEdge reader and win a €300 Penneys shopping spree?
We’ve teamed up with Electric Ireland to offer this prize! And all you have to do is take this quick quiz…
# sponsored by ebs
QUIZ: Do You Need A Holiday?
Is it reaching desperate levels yet?
# Twister
This photo of a tornado has been chosen as the best image of 2015 by National Geographic
The photo, entitled ‘Dirt’, was shot by James Smart in Colorado last spring.
# Power Struggle
Reddan refuses to accept Leinster have slipped behind wealthy Top 14 clubs
The 35-year-old says an acceptance of that narrative cannot be afforded.
# Competition
Can you beat every other DailyEdge reader and win a year's supply of chocolate?
Win an entire year’s supply of Cadbury chocolate! And all you have to do is take this quiz…
# turn the page
Shopping for books for Christmas presents? Here's some help...
Here are some of the top literary picks from 2015.