Scientists find 'oldest ever' winery in Armenia

Archaeologists said Tuesday they had found the world's oldest known winery in a cave in Armenia, indicating that humans were distilling grapes during the Copper Age, more than 6,000 years ago.- 12/01/2011, Food & Drink

Iran arrests US woman carrying 'spy device'

Iranian authorities have detained a 55-year-old American woman on spying charges, local media reported yesterday.- 07/01/2011, Middle East

Giovanni Trapattoni recovering after surgery

Republic of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni has dismissed speculation he has suffered a stroke. The 71-year-old instead said he is recovering at home after undergoing scheduled surgery on his carotid artery in Milan on December 28, and intends to travel to Dublin as planned later this month to announce his squad for the Carling Nations Cup cla...- 05/01/2011, International

August: Rail Madrid – try the express from Valencia

The destination Use the new high-speed Spanish rail link to have a beach and city break. This year's new Alta Velocidad Espa�ola (AVE) train links Madrid and Valencia in just an hour-and-a-half. From €120 (�102) return. spain.info One to look out for this month is the intriguing possibility of Ryanair (ryanair.com) flying to Georgia. The...- 02/01/2011, News & Advice

The sporting week ahead (21/11/10)

Today- 21/11/2010, Others

UNESCO cultural heritage list swells to 229

The UN now considers more than 200 cultural practices from all over the world as "intangible" world treasures after adding 51 candidates to its list, officials said Wednesday.- 20/11/2010, News & Advice

Nuclear smuggling exposed in secret trial

Nuclear weapons-grade uranium is now available on the black market in Georgia, according to officials who broke up a smuggling ring in the former Soviet republic. - 08/11/2010, Europe

World's longest cable car line opens to Armenian monastery

Armenia on Saturday launched the world's longest cable car line, a 5.7-kilometre (3.5-mile) engineering feat that spans a spectacular gorge to the country's ancient Tatev monastery.- 18/10/2010, News & Advice

Trapattoni praises Ireland duo after draw

Giovanni Trapattoni hailed the performances of replacements Shane Long and Keith Fahey as the Republic of Ireland picked up a vital point in Zilina from last night's Euro 2012 qualifier against Slovakia. Long was given his chance up front because of Kevin Doyle's knee injury, while Birmingham midfielder Fahey came in for his first competitive star...- 13/10/2010, International

Vucinic extends Montenegro run ahead of Wembley showdown

Montenegro moved three points clear at the top of England's group last night with a 1-0 win over Switzerland in Podgorica, their third successive victory in Euro 2012 qualifiers- 09/10/2010, International

Scotland look to McFadden and Boyd to provide attacking spark

Scotland are expected to recall James McFadden and Kris Boyd as they go in search of goals against Liechtenstein at Hampden Park tomorrow night – goals that eluded them in Friday's draw with Lithuania.- 06/09/2010, International

Collins injury boost lessens Welsh woes

The Wales and Aston Villa defender James Collins has escaped serious injury after apparently being elbowed in the face during Wales' 1-0 defeat away to Montenegro in their Euro 2012 qualifier on Friday night.- 05/09/2010, International

France's nightmare goes on with Belarus defeat

French hopes of rapidly turning the corner after their disastrous World Cup campaign proved ill-founded when new coach Laurent Blanc's first competitive game ended with a 1-0 defeat to Belarus in Paris last night. Les Bleus were booed off at the Stade de France after an 86th-minute goal from Sergei Kislyak gave the visitors victory in Group C of t...- 04/09/2010, International

The sporting week ahead (29/08/10)

Today- 29/08/2010, Others

Trapattoni discharged from hospital

Republic of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni was today discharged from hospital after being taken ill in the run-up to last week's friendly clash with Argentina. The 71-year-old Italian underwent minor surgery at Dublin's Mater Hospital last Wednesday after complaining of abdominal pain. He remained in hospital until this morning, but has now be...- 17/08/2010, International