The oilfield services provider says it is ‘fully committed’ to completing takeover of Baker Hughes

Mourners pay tribute to Ronan Hughes (17) at St Patrick’s Church, Clonoe

Judge tells Olympic boxer he is blighting his reputation

Japanese owners Toyoko Inn to unveil ‘masterplan’ for estate in coming months

Spring survey indicates possible tightening of supply in labour market

The Devils, a soccer club for gay men, are celebrating their 10th anniversary this year. They talk about confounding stereotypes and the upcoming referendum

Mailman Doug Hughes (61) carries letters protesting campaign finance laws

Gary Shaw misses late chances for Longford victory

Latest latest KBC Bank/ESRI Consumer Sentiment Index falls in February

Two reds for visitors in game marked by cards of every colour

Royal Munster Fusiliers and Connaught Rangers were faced with overwhelming odds

Leinster will have to improve on their performance against Castres in Coventry

Foxrock obliges for local owner and may now be steered towards the Hennessy

Belgium is now Ireland’s third largest export market

Sandra Hughes trains first winner at track where late father Dessie had so much success

Manchester City give Southampton a rude awakening, Soldado finally scores, Leinster’s injury crisis deepens and Slaughtneil win their first title

Left-handed opener had little regard for defensive traditions and was devastatingly effective for it

Batsman (25) was injured during a game in Sydney on Tuesday despite wearing helmet

Champions League drama, Katie Taylor’s homecoming, latest on Chris Henry, further horse racing controversy, counselling required after cricket accident and the rest of your morning’s sport headlines

Late point from former Westmeath star pips brave Emmet Óg

Stoke midfielder named in 36-man extended squad for Parkhead qualifier

Move to raise additional funds would not upset State finances, Minister said

Upward shift linked to positive economic growth data and improving property prices

Dublin’s pace and the power of their bench should wear down Monaghan

Owen Lennon and Gavin Doogan likely to miss Saturday’s clash at Croke Park

Champions Monaghan facing a stern test in Ulster decider

The early-music strand of this sprawling festival is substantial enough to bear comparison with specialised events elsewhere

Three points in a row dramatically secure July 6th final spot against Kilkenny

Defending Ulster champions failed to score in closing 14 minutes in Clones

Charging Adams or unconditionally freeing him would have sparked fury

Latest KBC Bank/Chartered Accountants survey suggests steady rather than surging growth

Monaghan expected to come close to Ulster rivals in Division Two final

‘I picked players that looked hungry and wanted to give 100 per cent,’ says Dubliner

Corkman watched by Martin O’Neill at the weekend and may now make summer squad

Win secures Monaghan promotion to division one

Inpection reports find clinical records stored in open on shelves and in baskets

Peter Geraghty’s goal and a last-gasp equaliser from Joe Bergin so costly for the visitors

Co Tipperary-based trainer not sure whether to aim for Gold Cup or Ryanair Chase

Dessie Hughes happy with Our Conor’s post-race gallop, saying: “He travelled well and had loads left”