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Tuesday 5 December 2023 Dublin: 3°C

# Red Alert

This year
2023
People urged to stay indoors as Beijing and parts of northern China sizzles amid 40C heatwave
The mercury topped 40C in the Chinese capital for the third consecutive day, experts said.
Last year
2022
'He has worked them like you would not believe during pre-season... they've been savaged'
Damien Duff’s reign as Shelbourne boss begins in earnest on Friday.
Ireland on 'red alert' as Louis Rees-Zammit says he has got faster
The Wales wing, who turned 21 yesterday, is a big threat this weekend.
All time
Mahdy's late equaliser stops UCD from spoiling Shels' title party
First Division champions held at home in manager Ian Morris’s final game in charge.
Horgan on the move as Sligo Rovers continue to strengthen for 2021 season
The move will provide the 26-year-old with another opportunity to experience European football.
Cardiff presents ideal opportunity for Farrell's Ireland to kick-start year two
Ireland haven’t won a Six Nations game in Cardiff since Brian O’Driscoll was about, but Farrell has picked a team to be brave.
Klopp: 'Sometimes you need a really low point to change things properly'
Liverpool will aim to improve on their recent poor in today’s FA Cup clash with Manchester United.
PSG deal a blow to Manchester United's prospects in the Champions League
PSG are in the driving seat in Group H, with the French champions, United and RB Leipzig all level on points.
Wallabies lock among three Reds players suspended for refusing pay cuts
Queensland Rugby Union suspended the trio when their agent notified the state governing body of their stance.
Windows smash and debris blown down street in Clare town as Storm Jorge arrives
Locals in Kilrush hurried to clear up the glass after the incident on Henry Street.
Welsh woe in November 'gave us the kick up the ass to work hard over Christmas'
Adam Griggs’ side are chasing a repeat of the 2018 win over Wales. They have only beaten Scotland since.
Selling Coutinho was the catalyst for Liverpool to become 'a proper team'
Graeme Souness believes the Brazilian’s exit was the turning point for the Premier League leaders.
Munster's Arno Botha set for disciplinary hearing tomorrow
The South African forward was dismissed in the closing stages of Munster’s victory over Saracens.
Liverpool announce plans to increase Anfield capacity - and will look into hosting GAA matches there
The Reds have outlined their intent to increase the ground’s capacity to over 61,000 with the expansion of the Anfield Road Stand.
Aaron Connolly returns from injury ahead of Brighton's showdown with Liverpool
The Irish striker has been sidelined since being forced off during a recent game against Manchester United.
Wales secure quarter-final berth after bruising battle against Fiji
A sickening blow to Dan Biggar’s head will pose an injury concern for Warren Gatland’s side.
O'Sullivan drafted in as Munster lose Cloete 'for the immediate future'
Jack O’Sullivan has flown out to South Africa after Chris Cloete sustained an injury on Saturday.
O'Connor edges closer to stunning Wallabies return after Reds move
The utility back was released by Sale Sharks earlier this month as he bids to play in the World Cup.
Van Graan sees bright future for Grand Slam-winners, but won't rush them into action
The head coach preached patience as he hinted last year’s U20s still lead the queue for first team honours.
Shelbourne looking strong for 2019 as new boss Morris brings in Brennan
Ryan Brennan is heading to Tolka Park as Shels aim to return to the top flight under the guidance of Ian Morris.
Klopp on Liverpool's defeat in Belgrade: 'What went wrong? I only have 10 fingers...'
The Reds were given a wake-up call in Serbia as their hosts condemned the high-flying Premier League side to defeat in Europe.
Promising Sligo forward becomes the AFL's latest Irish recruit
Red Óg Murphy has been snapped up by North Melbourne after impressing during a trial in August.
Discipline a hot topic for Munster after 10 penalties in 14 minutes
‘If we give away cheap penalties like we did at the weekend we won’t stand a chance,’ says Dave Kilcoyne ahead of a clash with Glasgow this weekend.
'Weather knows no borders': Sinn Féin senator calls for all-Ireland weather alerts during emergencies
Senator Niall Ó Donnghaile said that when weather alerts are reported, they should be done so on an all-Ireland basis.
German star Werner: I need to leave RB Leipzig to become 'world class'
Manchester United and Liverpool are both said to be among Timo Werner’s suitors.
Till aiming to play his part in a potentially memorable weekend of sport for Liverpool
The rising UFC welterweight headlines the organisation’s debut event in his hometown on Sunday night.
Kluivert preparing for Ajax exit after contract feud
Prized Ajax youngster Justin Kluivert admits he is thinking of leaving the club, accusing them of trying to force him to sign a new deal.
Liverpool-bound Naby Keita sees red for the fourth time this season
“That was completely unnecessary,” Leipzig’s captain Willi Orban fumed about Keita’s dismissal.
Van Graan braced for impact of 'unbelievable' Tadhg Beirne
The future Munster forward will be the main threat to the hosts in Thomond Park tomorrow.
'Liverpool can beat any team in the world' - Mane confident ahead of trip to Man Utd
After booking their place in the Champions League quarter-finals, the Reds now face a headline clash at Old Trafford.
'Simply a cop-out': Should businesses be forced to shut during a red alert warning?
People were being urged to stay indoors, but business groups say it should be up to individual employers whether to close.
The country bunkered down as Emma and the Beast did their worst
The country has gone into hibernation for the evening in compliance with Met Éireann’s status red snow-ice weather warnings.
Up to one metre of snow forecast to fall in some eastern areas of Ireland
Met Éireann has extended its status red warning for Leinster and Munster.
Munster and Leinster's Pro14 games postponed amid weather alert
The entire Ulster Bank League schedule has been snowed under too.
Red snow-ice warning issued for ALL counties until 3pm Friday
All schools are closed for the next two days.
All schools in Leinster and Munster to close tomorrow
The schools will stay closed for the rest of the week.
Schools to decide if they remain closed, rather than department
Buses are not running in many areas.
'Beast from the East is coming our way': Leo says weather advice will be clear about whether to stay home from work
During Storm Ophelia’s red alert there was confusion as to whether people should go to work or remain at home.
Focus inwards as Ireland bid to end winless run against Wales
Losses in Cardiff and a draw last time out in Dublin have left Ireland without a Six Nations win over Wales since 2014.
Caulfield says Cummins aggrieved by red card that rules him out of Munster derby
The striker will now miss Friday’s clash with his former club Waterford after a dramatic night in Inchicore.