Posts tagged as: Ireland

IRA fugitives may be tried if arrested

Northern Ireland secretary, Theresa Villiers

IRA suspects who fled to avoid being prosecuted for alleged terrorist acts committed before the Peace Accords of 1998 Good Friday could be tried despite that once received written assurances from the British police and had no outstanding accounts with them. That is the conclusion that the British Government has come after publicizing the independent […]

Cyprus International 2013: Scott Evans trounces Andrew Smith to bag Men’s Singles title

Ireland’s most experienced player Scott Evans continued his winning streak and wrapped up Men’s Singles title after beating England’s Andres Smith in the final clash at Cyprus International 2013 on Sunday, January 27, in Cyprus. The impressive Evans, who was the top seeded shuttler in the main draw of the championship, played to his maximum […]

Irish cricket team to visit Pakistan in May 2013: Report

Ireland has confirmed a two-match one-day series against Pakistan in May as part of preparations for the Champions Trophy.   According to a report published at Cricinfo, the venue of the matches – due to be played on May 23 and 26 – has not been finalised yet, while a week-long stay for Pakistan in […]

Bravo Pakistani Malala Yousufzai wins Tipperary International Peace Award

For her courage and determination to speak out in support of equal access to education for children, brave Pakistani girl, Malala Yousufzai was awarded the 2012 Tipperary International Peace Award from Ireland.   Malala was one of five nominees, including US Secretary of State Hilary Clinton, President of Indian National Congress Sonia Gandhi, former Kenyan […]

Colin Robert Watterson makes his presence strongly felt at Connacht Junior

Colin Robert Watterson, one of the most talented players in Ireland, played with remarkable precision and won the Men’s Singles semi-final when he defeated Niall Leahy at Connacht Junior Grand A Open on Sunday, December 30 in Ireland. The impressive Colin Robert displayed his amazing craft on court and managed to overpower his challenger without […]

Jon Mccreedy crushes Adam Mcallister in Men’s Singles semi-final at Connacht U15 Open

Ireland’s talented player Jon Mccreedy defied all odds and reached into Men’s Singles final after crushing his higher ranked team-mate Adam Mcallister in semi-final clash at Connacht U15 Open at Sligo, Ireland, on Sunday, December 16. The impressive Mccreedy, who participated in this tournament as an un-seeded shuttler, turned into potential contender for the title […]

Chloe Magee trounces Sarah Milne in Women’s Singles quarter-final at Irish International 2012

Ireland’s impressive shuttler Chloe Magee remained consistent in her superb performance in the arena and remained successful in reaching into Women’s Singles semi-final after trouncing England’s Sarah Milne in quarter-final clash at Irish International 2012 at Dublin, on Saturday, December 8. The top seeded Magee, who remained outstanding throughout the tournament, continued putting up stunning […]

United Kingdom’s education ranks 6th in global ranking: Report

A global league table published by education firm Pearson declared the United Kingdom’s education system as ranked sixth best in the developed world. The first and second places are taken by Finland and South Korea.   According to the media reports, the rankings combine international test results and data such as graduation rates between 2006 […]

Darren Sammy all praise for Sunil Narine

West Indian captain Darren Sammy has lavished praise on his bowlers, particularly Sunil Narine, describing that the off-spinner brings plenty of ‘quality to the side’. "Sunil is someone who brings quality to the side. We can use him anytime, during the powerplay, in the middle overs and at the end of the innings. It depends […]

Darren Sammy wants West Indies bowlers to show improved performance against Ireland

West Indian skipper Darren Sammy has admitted that his bowlers need to come up with an improved act to win the decisive World T20 Group B match against Ireland on Monday. The Windies are currently in a do-or-die situation after facing a terrible loss at the hands of Australia. In a rain-hit match, Sammy’s men […]

Jonathan Dolan outshines Joshua Magee to grab Men’s Singles U19 title at Irish U19 Open 2012

Jonathan Dolan outshines Joshua Magee to grab Men’s Singles U19 title at Irish U19 Open 2012 Ireland’s Jonathan Dolan stole the limelight as he played remarkable badminton and grabbed Men’s Singles U19 title after defeating his team-mate Joshua Magee in the title match at Irish U19 Open 2012 in Ireland, on September 9. The incredible […]

Jonathan Dolan sends Adam Hall packing in Men’s Singles semi-final at Irish U19 Open

Jonathan Dolan sends Adam Hall packing in Men’s Singles semi-final at Irish U19 Open Jonathan Dolan, an impressive shuttler from Ireland, showed his aggression on court and landed a title berth after beating Adam Hall of Scotland in Men’s Singles U19 semi-final showdown at Irish U19 Open 2012 in Ireland, on September 8. The in-form […]

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