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Nestled in the heart of the Basque Country in northern Spain, Bilbao has emerged as a dynamic and cosmopolitan city, renowned for its world-class museums, captivating architecture, and rich cultural heritage and gastronomy. Once an industrial powerhouse, Bilbao underwent a remarkable transformation in the late 20th century, reinventing itself as a cultural hub. Surrounded by rolling green hills the city now pops with the contrast of old and new.

Connacht Rugby is to lose long-standing coach Cullie Tucker, who is now moving into the Ireland set-up as the men’s U20 coach.

Galway prepares to host one of its most spirited sporting fixtures, the Galway Masters International Basketball Tournament 2025, running from Friday, October 31 to Sunday, November 2 at the Kingfisher Club in the University of Galway.

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That vibrant carpet of pink and yellow flowers blanketing Mediterranean cliffs might look beautiful in holiday photos on a social media feed. But University of Galway scientists and others have discovered these same Instagram snapshots are revealing how one of the world’s most destructive coastal plants is taking over new environments by extending its flowering season and threatening native biodiversity.

Knocknacarra U14 girls' team are appealing for support from the local community in its efforts to raise funds so that the squad can travel to Spain to take part in the Copa Daurada.

Long before international travel became part of everyday life, one Galway business was already paving the way. Fahy Travel, one of the city’s most enduring enterprises, has been at the heart of the local community since 1880, a time when travel meant steamships and long voyages across the Atlantic.

Skoda has revealed the details for its forthcoming all-electric SUV crossover, the Epiq.

In every community, there are spaces that quietly become the heart of local life. For older people in Galway city, one such place is COPE Galway’s The Bungalow in Mervue, a warm, welcoming hub where laughter, friendship, and support go hand in hand.

The autumn term 2025 at the Spanish Institute is just around the corner. A variety of courses are starting the week of September 22 for adults of all levels, from beginner to advanced. The new schedule of courses is available on the institute’s website www.spanishinstitute.ie.