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'I didn't think I'd live to this age' - Howard's inspiring journey to The Open
BBC Sport NI speaks to Irish golfer David Howard, who discusses being diagnosed with cystic fibrosis aged seven and qualifying for The Open at Royal Birkdale.
July 14, 2026Amber Davies calls out audience member for filming Legally Blonde performance
The ex-Love Islander says she asked for the theatregoer, who was sitting in the front row, to be kicked out.
July 13, 2026Brennan calls on GAA to employ video technology
Dublin manager Ger Brennan calls on the GAA to introduce video technology to assist officials make key decisions following his team's All-Ireland SFC semi-final defeat by Kerry.
July 12, 2026Rashford dilemma for Man Utd - Thursday's gossip
Manchester United are in a quandary over Marcus Rashford's future, Arsenal and Tottenham eye Antonio Nusa, Barcelona shortlist Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi, plus more.
July 8, 2026Republic of Ireland to play Israel games as motion passed
The Football Association of Ireland's (FAI) General Assembly endorses a motion for Republic of Ireland to go ahead with their upcoming Nations League fixtures against Israel.
July 8, 2026Community, connection & sport - GAA growth in Europe
Gaelic games are growing across Europe, and BBC Sport NI met two members of Lille GAA to discuss community, connection and the rise of the sport.
July 8, 2026No Russell but Gray back for Scotland in Argentina
Finn Russell will not feature for Scotland in their opening Nations Championship match of the summer series against Argentina, while Jonny Gray makes his return after missing this year's Six Nations.
July 2, 2026Prendergast starts as Osborne makes wing switch for Ireland
Sam Prendergast's strong end to the season with Leinster earns him a recall to the Ireland starting team for Saturday's Nations Championship opener against Australia in Sydney.
July 2, 2026Man guilty of attempted murder of three children in Dublin
Riad Bouchaker denied attempting to murder three children and assaulting four other people on 23 November 2023.
July 1, 2026Kerry break Tyrone hearts in epic quarter-final
Defending champions Kerry survived a major scare to edge out Tyrone 2-25 to 0-27 and reach the All-Ireland semi-finals after a heart-stopping last-eight encounter at Croke Park.
June 27, 2026Irish government to contribute £197m to cross-border rail services
The money will come from the last allocation from the Irish government's Shared Island Fund.
June 23, 2026Parisians cool off in canal amid 'red alert' heatwave
France has issued red heatwave alerts for around half the country as temperatures soar to record levels.
June 21, 2026McGuinness rues lack of consistency in Donegal exit
Donegal manager Jim McGuinness admits his side "didn't do enough" as their All-Ireland Senior Football Championship campaign ends in dramatic fashion with an extra-time defeat by Dublin at Croke Park.
June 21, 2026Will Putin change tactics after Ukrainian drone attacks?
Steve Rosenberg explains what Russia's next steps may be after frequent Ukrainian drone attacks.
June 18, 2026Who are the three uncapped players in Ireland squad?
BBC Sport NI assesses the credentials of the three uncapped players named by Ireland head coach Andy Farrell in his squad for the upcoming Nations Championship fixtures.
June 18, 2026Cape Verde frustrate Spain on stunning World Cup debut as Vozinha stars - Reuters
Cape Verde frustrate Spain on stunning World Cup debut as Vozinha stars Reuters
June 15, 2026Pain in Grenoble but hope for Irish as play-offs loom
Republic of Ireland manager Carla Ward reacts with pride to the World Cup qualifying campaign as her side fall just short of an automatic place at next year's tournament.
June 9, 2026Northern Ireland police appeal for calm after 'barbaric' knife attack sparks anger - Reuters
Northern Ireland police appeal for calm after 'barbaric' knife attack sparks anger Reuters
June 9, 2026Departing players have been 'a big motivator' - Doris
Leinster captain Caelan Doris says the prospect of several players leaving the province at the end of the season provided extra motivation before their 20-11 URC semi-final win against the Stormers.
June 6, 2026Leinster hold off Stormers to reach URC final
Leinster will face the Bulls in the United Rugby Championship final for the second year running as the Irish province beat the Stormers in a bruising semi-final.
June 6, 2026Stripe is considering acquisition of all or parts of PayPal, Bloomberg News reports - Reuters
Stripe is considering acquisition of all or parts of PayPal, Bloomberg News reports Reuters
February 24, 2026'Wonderfully different' Pollock ready to fire up England
"Wonderfully different" Henry Pollock will start his first England Test in Saturday's must-win Six Nations game against Ireland.
February 20, 2026BBC plans David Attenborough celebration for 100th birthday
The corporation will look back on the veteran wildlife broadcaster's career for his birthday in May.
February 19, 2026