United are 17th, Carrick is on the brink and Old Trafford is in meltdown. Here's why Cork's most fearsome export is exactly what the club needs – and what Keane himself has just said about a return.
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GARTH IS BACK: Garth Brooks announces five-county Irish tour for 2027 – with two nights at Galway’s Pearse Stadium
Garth Brooks is returning to Ireland in 2027 with ten shows across Belfast, Galway, Kilkenny, Limerick and Cork. Tickets go on sale Thursday 12 November at 8am.
WEST IS BEST IN LONDON: Kylemore Abbey, Killary Fjord and Galway tour firm fly the flag at the world’s biggest travel fair
Three Connemara and Galway tourism businesses have joined Tourism Ireland at World Travel Market in London, where around 3,600 meetings are expected to bring in millions of euro in 2027 business.
ROAD TO NOWHERE NO MORE: Galway City Ring Road finally gets the green light after more than 20 years of delays
The last legal challenge against the N6 Galway City Ring Road has been withdrawn, clearing the way for the 18km route from the M6 to Bearna. Construction is expected to start by 2028.
‘FLASHING RED LIGHT’: Young people’s mental health is the worst of any age group in massive 92-country study
A global survey of around 50,000 people found 18 to 25-year-olds scored lowest on energy, resilience and emotional stability, while older people fared best.
OVER-18s ONLY: Apple slaps adult rating on dating apps and ‘romantic’ AI companion apps in child safety crackdown
New App Store rules mean any app offering dating features or AI partners that engage in romantic or sexual chat must carry an 18+ rating.
SKYRIM SEQUEL FINALLY NAMED: Bethesda reveals Elder Scrolls 6 is called Sentinel, but gamers still have no release date
Eight years after the first teaser, Todd Howard has unveiled the title of the long-awaited RPG, with sandy clues pointing to a desert setting.
‘I DON’T EVEN HAVE IT ANYMORE’: Christina Applegate feels like a ‘fraud’ as she’s tested for lupus and Lyme disease after MS misdiagnosis
The Dead To Me star lived with a multiple sclerosis diagnosis for almost six years, only to be told by doctors she doesn't have it.
WINTER BILLS WARNING: Irish inflation hits 4% as energy prices soar 18% in a year
New CSO figures show energy costs driving prices higher, and an economist warns food bills could be next in line.
‘PINCH ME MOMENT’: Crown star Josh O’Connor breaks silence on rumours he could be the next James Bond
The Challengers actor says he is honoured to be linked with 007 but refuses to reveal whether he has screen-tested for the role.









