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RTÉ News
30-06-2025
- Sport
- RTÉ News
Stephen Kenny must make 'massive overhaul' at St Pat's
Former St Patrick's Athletic goalkeeper Barry Murphy believes Stephen Kenny will need to make a "massive overhaul" to his squad in this window as their season threatens to unravel. At the start of the campaign, Pat's were tipped as one of the title contenders based on the way they finished the 2024 season brilliantly and with former Republic of Ireland manager Kenny in situ at Richmond Park. However, with the start of the European campaign looming next week when the Saints meet Lithuanian outfit FC Hegelmann in the first qualifying round, their domestic form has stalled completely. The 0-0 draw at Cork City on Friday marked the fourth time in the last five matches that St Pat's have gone scoreless and it has left Kenny's side down in sixth. While they are only six points off second and third-placed Derry City and Bohemians respectively in the congested SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division table, they need to find momentum quickly given the potential glut of continental games on the horizon. "I think it needs a massive overhaul," ex-Saints, Shamrock Rovers and Bohs goalkeeper Murphy on this week's RTÉ Soccer Podcast. "I don't think they're Stephen's players. He inherited them from last season and he got a tune out of them in the last nine games to secure that European place but there was a bite about them, there were contracts on the line. "You just look at the moment and you don't like to say it, but they look soft at the moment." On the areas that need addressing within the squad, he added, "They probably need two wing backs (or) two full backs, they need a midfielder and probably another centre-forward. "They're on zero goal difference and you look at the defence, Joe Redmond hasn't been anywhere near what he was last season, Joseph Anang has been really poor in the last month, (Jake) Mulraney has 21 appearance (and) zero goals; (Zack) Elbouzedi, two goals and two assists; (Aidan) Keena and (Mason) Melia, can they play up top together? Probably not. "So (Kenny) has been trying to put square pegs in round holes in trying to get them both on the pitch and it hasn't worked. "And if you're talking about the confidence they had in the last nine games of last season, it's the polar opposite at the moment and I think there will be massive changes in July." Also speaking on the podcast, former Drogheda United and Shamrock Rovers defender Graham Gartland, who was on the books at Pat's in 2003, echoed those concerns about matters on the pitch at Richmond Park right now. "To be honest with you, I'd be a little bit worried about Pat's at the moment. I just think they really lack a confidence team," he said. "They lack a lot of aggression and power in their attacking play. But they also don't have enough guile to then break teams down and be intricate. "So if you're not going to overpower (opponents) with consistent attacks and feel like there's a goal coming, you need a little bit of guile and Brandon Kavanagh normally has that but he's been struggling. He only has two assists this season whereas last year he was up around 14 or 15. "But then they also don't have the power. I don't think they sometimes play to their strengths as well." On the latter point, he feels Pat's can go quicker from back to front towards teenage sensation Mason Melia who "thrives" with space to run into. "Not once did they win the ball back and have eyes down the pitch and say, 'Look, Cork are a little bit wide open, we haven't got time to do our build-up play play, we're going to straight into Mason.'"
Daily Mail
23-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
'Infectious' Brian Barry-Murphy was an overnight hit under Pep Guardiola at Man City - this is why Cardiff fans should be excited about his high-octane football
Quite a lot has been made of the coaching web from Pep Guardiola 's time at Manchester City, , and Vicent Kompany having all managed in the . Carlos Vicens has also taken his first top job at Braga in the Portuguese top flight this summer and the tentacles are extending further with Barry-Murphy, who spent three years at the Etihad Stadium during an unprecedented era of success, now boss at Cardiff City.
Irish Independent
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
What to watch on TV and streaming today: Tracks and Trails, Eastern Promises and Welcome To Wrexham
Tracks and Trails RTÉ One, 8pm Doireann Ní Ghlacáin meets ex-rugby player Barry Murphy of folk rock band Hermitage Green, who wants to show off the delights of his Co Limerick home during a cycle ride along the Limerick Greenway from Abbeyfeale to Rathkeale. Alison Hammond's Big Weekend BBC One, 8.30pm New series in which the host gets to know various celebrities by spending an entire weekend with them, beginning with singer Perrie Edwards. The Zoo RTÉ One, 8.30pm Phantasmal poison frogs are on their way from the Amazon, and zookeeper Garth is determined to make them feel at home by creating a special eco-habitat. Plus, a garter snake and a southern white rhino require treatment from the vet team. Mrs Harris Goes to Paris RTÉ One, 9.35pm Lesley Manville stars in this light-hearted tale set in the 1950s. She plays a widowed cleaning lady who journeys to the French capital after setting her sights on a couture Dior dress; it's a trip that will change her life. Isabelle Huppert, Lambert Wilson and Jason Isaacs co-star. Eastern Promises BBC Two, 11pm Director David Cronenberg's tough thriller stars Naomi Watts as a London midwife searching for the family of a Russian teenager who died in childbirth. Viggo Mortensen also appears as a gangster who tries to help, unwittingly introducing her to the city's underworld in the process. Welcome To Wrexham Disney+, streaming now It's season four, you know the score. Overcompensating Prime Video, streaming now Meet Benny and Carmen. He's a closeted former football legend, she's a determined outsider, as they navigate hook-ups, flavoured vodka and fake IDs on the college campus. If you're in a dystopia loop, The Assessment might be a better fit. Two of the UK's most prolific killers are once again under the microscope due to recently unearthed police recordings. Untold: The Liver King Netflix, streaming now By ritualistically horsing into raw meat on social media, The Liver King created an enterprise around supplements. And he supposedly had the muscles to show it. How did he get so enormous...? Speaking of ripped physiques: in the week following WrestleMania, last night saw WWE superstars seeking retribution against past opponents and beginning new rivalries. Even Cena isn't safe. Bad Thoughts Netflix, streaming now If you fancy Black Mirror vibes but with bloody slapstick humour, this collection of wildly disturbing stories pushes the boundaries of decency in ways only Tom Segura could conjure. Expect tales from a country music star who mines people's misery in exchange for spoiled prawns, a tortured barista, and lots of other delightful weirdness. Speaking of which, a new volume of Love, Death and Robots landed yesterday. A Deadly American Marriage Netflix, streaming now The story of Jason Corbett and Molly Martens was always going to be made into a Netflix documentary. Corbett, a widower, got married in 2008 to Martens, his Tennessee au pair. They left Ireland to start over in North Carolina with his kids, Jack and Sarah. Their story took a dark turn in August 2015, when Molly and her dad, former FBI agent Thomas Martens, were in an altercation resulting in Jason's death. Molly later entered a no-contest plea, claiming self-defence, while Thomas was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter in 2023. After their 2024 prison release, uncertainty remained about certain facets. Directed by Jessica Burgess and Jenny Popplewell, this documentary includes exclusive interviews providing insight into the divergent perspectives of those involved, leaving some grappling with the question of: 'Who was the real victim?' And, given Jack and Sarah's unbelievably brave contributions, the answer to that would be: the kids. Octopus! Prime Video, streaming now Narrated by Phoebe Fleabag Waller-Bridge, this marvellous mash-up chronicles being killed by a lover, losing yourself in Mexico, spotting a unicorn, befriending a competitive quilter, exploring our connection with aliens, and extra Tracy Morgan. This is how all nature documentaries ought to be produced from now on. Rose International Dance Prize Marquee TV, streaming now For those unfamiliar with Marquee TV, it's your global streaming platform for the arts. This 60-minute film, narrated by Fiona Shaw (Bad Sisters, Harry Potter, plus too many more to mention), sees internationally acclaimed choreographers compete for dance's version of the Oscars. The Match Netflix, streaming now If you're watching season two of The Devil's Plan and wondering why there's always a Go master in the line-up, this cut-throat drama could give you some context. For something at the other end of the spectrum entirely, Vince Vaughn, Susan Sarandon and a rake load of other famous people star in Nonnas.
RTÉ News
09-05-2025
- Climate
- RTÉ News
How I've learned to stay cool in hot weather as a travel content creator
Tara Povey shares her list of essential tips and tricks to keep you comfortable during even the most record-breaking Leaving Cert heatwave. It's that time of year again when we see the sun for more than a handful of hours a day. We're all looking forward to our summer holidays, it's bright when we're leaving work, and life just seems a bit more manageable. Unfortunately, we're not all built to survive the warm weather, and temperatures are only increasing (the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) confirmed that 2024 was the warmest year on record). I learned from a young age that heat and humidity can make me incredibly uncomfortable and unpleasant. So, I've come up with a list of essential tips and tricks that will keep you comfortable during even the most record-breaking Leaving Cert heatwave. Tips for staying cool and comfortable this summer Facial mist. I've loved facial mist for years. My friends make fun of me for buying what they call "water in a can", but honestly, it works! Facial mists work through evaporative cooling; when the mist hits your skin and evaporates, it takes heat from your face, which cools you down. There are lots of brands on the market, but I love the award-winning, Irish-made Josie Botanicals Refreshing Skin Tonic because of its refreshing sweet orange aroma. Hydration. I will scream this at every adult I meet until I lose my voice: drink more water! Adults should drink about two litres of water every day, and that increases to 2.5 litres during the warmer months when we lose more water due to sweating. Dehydration can be extremely dangerous and can lead to heat stroke. Bring a refillable water bottle wherever you go to keep cool and comfortable. Cooling towels. These light, microfibre towels are beloved by people who work in warm environments. You simply wet the towel with clean water, wring it out, and it's ready to cool you down on the go. Drape it around your neck or wrap it around your head for a quick cool down. You can store your cooling towel in a small waterproof pouch and take it on adventures with you, ready to be used when you start to feel the heat. Whole body deodorant. When it's warm out, we all get a bit sweatier than usual. There's nothing wrong with that, however, the anxiety of whether or not we've become a bit pungent is what can make us uncomfortable. I've started using Sure Whole Body deodorant, which utilises body adapt technology (created by Irish scientist Barry Murphy) to neutralise odour-causing bacteria before it becomes an issue. It can be used on the entire body from pits to bits and smells incredible. Dove, First Aid Beauty and others offer similar products. Fans. Portable fans are a great way to stay cool in the heat. There are so many varieties available, including hands-free fans that you wear around your neck, belt clip fans that shoot air under your shirt to cool you down and even USB-C fans that plug into your phone to cool you down as you scroll. Traditional handheld fans that require no batteries or power are also incredibly effective and handy for popping in your bag on the go. Anti-chafing products. Nothing ruins a summer day more than having the skin torn off a thigh by its neighbour. Lanacane Gel, Megababe Anti-Friction Stick and Body Glide Balm are some of the most popular products on the market. However, I've always found that any solid deodorant applied to problem areas works wonders to prevent chafing and keep you comfortable. Sun cream. When I was young, I got the worst sunburn of my life at a waterpark. I had huge blisters, and my skin was so sore that I struggled to put clothes on; it completely ruined my trip. Ever since then, I've been obsessed with using sun cream and keeping my skin safe. It's important to remember that skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in Ireland, so wearing sun cream with a high SPF as well as UVA and UVB protection is essential. Make sure you reapply often, especially if you're in the water, to avoid turning into a human lobster. Personally, I'm a little monster when I get overheated, so I hope I can help even a few of you stay cool and comfortable on your adventures this summer.
Irish Post
22-04-2025
- Business
- Irish Post
Irish start-up secures €1m in funding to launch new AI-enabled financial software solution
AN Irish start-up has secured a €1m investment to launch a new online financial service solution. Founded by investment bankers Fergal Meegan and Barry Murphy, Assiduous Corp Ltd is preparing to launch its Corporate Finance AutopilotTM product. The virtual corporate finance service-as-a-software solution, which is enabled by AI, 'bridges the gap between business owners and capital markets' the firm claims. Pictured L-R Assiduous co-founders, Fergal Meegan and Barry Murphy with Conor O'Donovan, Head of Start-ups at Enterprise Ireland 'The Corporate Finance AutopilotTM supports small and medium sized companies preparing for strategic, financing and liquidity transactions with a whole of lifecycle approach,' the firm explains. Headquartered at NovaUCD in Dublin, Assiduous secured the funds through a private investment round, with the support of the Enterprise Ireland High-Potential Start-Up (HPSU) funding. 'Assiduous secured the funding to bring its AI native solution to market and to execute on its product development roadmap through 2025 and 2026,' an Enterprise Ireland spokesperson said. The company will also use the funding to expand its technical team, to take advantage of the latest advances in agentic AI and recruit product and engineering talent with a passion for applying AI to high value use cases. 'Businesses are at a pivotal moment in the application of technology to the provision of professional services,' Mr Meegan, who is Chief Executive Officer at Assiduous, said. 'We are only scratching the surface with the value that can be created for business owners from leveraging AI to do more with less,' he added. 'Assiduous is focused on embedding corporate advisory domain expertise at the application layer to unlock the power of foundation models for many more small and medium sized business owners seeking to contemplate, plan and execute high value corporate actions.' Conor O'Donovan, Head of Start-ups at Enterprise Ireland, has desribed Assiduous as an "excellent example of a forward-thinking Irish start-up that is using cutting-edge technology to address a massive unmet market need". "The company's growth plans aligns with Enterprise Ireland's new five-year strategy Delivering for Ireland, Leading Globally, with a key objective to support and enable SMEs to engage with the start-up ecosystem, to execute financing and strategic transactions and to grow the next generation of Irish multinational corporations,' he added.
