Sinn Fein has defended its decision to boycott Washington DC for St Patrick’s Day amid criticism from political opponents across the island of Ireland.

Voletta Wallace, the dedicated mother of the late great rapper The Notorious BIG, has died at the age of 78. Monroe County Coroner Thomas Yanac confirmed her death on Friday to The Associated Press, ...

Ireland has reaffirmed “steadfast support for Ukraine and its people”, Irish premier Micheal Martin said following a phone call with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky. Mr Martin is due to attend ...

Jerry Butler, a key soul singer of the 1960s and after whose rich, intimate baritone graced such hits as “For Your Precious Love”, “Only the Strong Survive” and “Make It Easy On Yourself”, has died at ...

Ryan Rickelton hit a maiden one-day international century to lead South Africa to a comfortable 107-run victory over Afghanistan in their Champions Trophy Group B opener in Karachi.

The technology giant has confirmed it is removing the security feature from the UK after a stand-off with the Government.

Matt Sherratt has hailed the influence of former England and Scotland boss Andy Robinson on him as he prepares for the biggest day in his sporting life. Sherratt will be at the helm when Wales begin ...

Jonathan Reynolds has been accused of incorrectly claiming to have been a solicitor despite never qualifying as one.

On Friday, the Equality and Human Rights Commission said it is “concerned” by the media depiction of a forthcoming “guide to transitioning” publication for Scottish health boards. In a letter to John ...

Hadi Matar, 27, faces up to 25 years in prison if he is found guilty on charges of attempted murder and assault.

Jamie Osborne remains keen to target the UAE Derby with Heart Of Honor following his narrow defeat at Meydan on Friday. Runner-up on his Southwell debut in the autumn, the son of Honor A.P. went one ...

Lady Gaga has confirmed that she will perform a free concert on Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana Beach on May 3. “I’ve been dying to come perform for you for years and was heartbroken when I had to cancel ...