Ireland struggle to break down hosts Armenia 0 Republic of Ireland 0(latest): Republic of Ireland skipper Robbie Keane and experienced defender Richard Dunne were both able to start this evening’s opening Euro 2012 qualifier in Armenia after recovering from injury.

Explosion reported at UK temple An explosion has been reported at a Hare Krishna temple in Leicester, England.

Murphy delighted to open account Soccer:Daryl Murphy was relieved to make an early impact at Celtic by opening his goalscoring account for his new club. The Irish striker converted from the penalty spot to claim the only goal of the game in last weekend’s game at Motherwell.

McAleese for state visit to Russia President Mary McAleese will make a four-day visit to Russia next week in a bid to build business links between the countries.

Hurricane weakens over US coast Hurricane Earl hit North Carolina's coast with rain, winds and heavy surf today before moving up the US eastern seaboard toward New England and Canada.

Rosslare-Waterford line to close Rail services on the Rosslare to Waterford line are set to close within weeks, following this afternoon’s decision by the National Transport Authority to approve Irish Rail plans for closure.

D?Arcy signs for Ulster Rugby:Adam D’Arcy’s pre-season form has earned the Australian a one-year contract with Ulster. The fullback has been on trial with the northern province and will start tonight’s Magners League curtain-raiser against the Ospreys.