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This year
2023
Voices
Opinion: Make no mistake - history shows us that Brigit was a boss
Dr Niamh Wycherley says Brigit (St Brigid) would have been a thick-skinned and defiant woman living in a misogynistic and restrictive society.
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Jan 29th 2023, 8:30 AM
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Roger Federer says retiring from professional tennis is a ‘bittersweet decision’
The Swiss has been unable to recover from knee surgery and next week’s Laver Cup will be his final event.
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Sep 15th 2022, 5:17 PM
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German football great Uwe Seeler, the first man to score in four World Cups, dies aged 85
Seeler scored 43 goals in 72 games for his country, and was West German captain for their agonising 1966 World Cup final defeat to England.
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Jul 21st 2022, 7:24 PM
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# Collusion
Malcolm X's family demand new murder investigation following allegations of FBI involvement
The iconic black activist was shot dead in New York 55 years ago yesterday.
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Feb 22nd 2021, 8:53 AM
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'Paul O'Connell has an aura, a presence - he's a world class operator'
Munster and Ireland prop Dave Kilcoyne has outlined the impact the former Lions captain has had in Ireland camp.
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Jan 29th 2021, 8:12 PM
# RIP
Baseball mourns death of long-time home run king Hank Aaron
Aaron passed Babe Ruth’s long-standing record in 1974 and his mark stood until an era rife with performance enhancing drugs.
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Jan 22nd 2021, 9:31 PM
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'He has always stood up for us' - Napoli honour Maradona amid Europa League win
Players stepped out onto the pitch wearing his number 10 jersey before their victory over Rijeka.
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Nov 26th 2020, 11:25 PM
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Prime Minister urged not to deny Lewis Hamilton a knighthood over tax status
Motorsport UK chairman David Richards points to the seven-time world champion’s charitable work and push for equality and diversity.
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Nov 16th 2020, 5:54 PM
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'I have my good and bad days. This is normal for people my age' - Pele
Three-time World Cup winner Pele – who turns 80 in October – rejected claims over his health on Thursday.
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Feb 14th 2020, 8:00 AM
# RIP
Iconic fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld dies aged 85
The German high fashion icon was the creative director at Chanel since 1983.
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Feb 19th 2019, 2:40 PM
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'You're living my dream': Classy Connor shares reverence for Taylor in champion's changing room
Connor didn’t hide her admiration for Taylor as the fighters embraced following the Irishwoman’s third-round victory.
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Jul 29th 2018, 8:40 PM
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Janet Jackson cited #MeToo in her powerful acceptance speech at the Billboard Music Awards last night
She’s the first woman of colour to win the Billboard Icon Prize.
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May 21st 2018, 4:00 PM
# Looking Back
Juventus icon Buffon has no referee rant regrets: ‘I’d say it all again’
The legendary goalkeeper blasted Michael Oliver after his controversial midweek decision in the Champions League.
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Apr 15th 2018, 12:02 AM
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Will Smith took the mick out of son Jaden by recreating one of his music videos
To a tee.
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Feb 7th 2018, 10:17 AM
# El Fénomeno
Brazilian legend Ronaldo wants to buy a football club in England or Spain
The World Cup winner is eager to get into ownership and has set his sights on the Championship or La Liga 2.
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Jan 22nd 2018, 5:21 PM
# GC 4eva
This is how Gemma Collins became an icon in her own right
The British Rihanna, perhaps?
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Aug 15th 2017, 8:00 PM
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Ajax rename Amsterdam Arena to honour club legend Johan Cruyff
Today would have been his 70th birthday.
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Apr 25th 2017, 7:19 PM
# RIP
Legendary US actress Mary Tyler Moore has died
She was 80 years old.
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Jan 25th 2017, 9:25 PM
# Ali
Ali scripted funeral plans in exacting detail in 'The Book'
The Champ knew how he wanted to say farewell.
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Jun 6th 2016, 7:47 PM
# Investigation
Police have "no reason to believe" Prince took his own life
The iconic musician was found unresponsive in a lift at his Paisley Park estate
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Apr 22nd 2016, 10:50 PM
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Amsterdam ArenA could be renamed after Johan Cruyff
The Dutch legend tragically passed away on Thursday, leading to a number of suggestions on social media suggesting the Amsterdam ArenA be renamed in his honour.
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Mar 25th 2016, 10:43 AM
# icon and hero
'You gave us so much': The music world mourns David Bowie
“David’s friendship was the light of my life,” his friend and collaborator Iggy Pop said.
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Jan 11th 2016, 9:59 PM
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Here's seven things you didn't know about Coke's hundred-year-old bottle
If you’re drinking gallons of the stuff this festive season, you might as well know some of its history…
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Jan 3rd 2016, 7:30 PM
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One of America's greatest female athletes of all time has announced her retirement
No one – male or female – has scored more international goals than Abby Wambach’s tally of 184.
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Oct 27th 2015, 8:14 PM
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Sports Film of the Week: Seve the Movie
This recently released film charts the rise of the late, great Severiano Ballesteros.
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Feb 8th 2015, 9:30 PM
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One of the greatest back rows ever can't wait to face 'the best team in the northern hemisphere'
Sergio Parisse rates Ireland very highly.
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Feb 4th 2015, 7:30 AM
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'This is something I'll take with me forever' - Toulon's Jonny Wilkinson
Meanwhile, Saracen’s Irish Director of Rugby, Mark McCall, will focus his side’s attention on the Premiership final.
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May 24th 2014, 9:37 PM
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'Once in a generation' Wilkinson eager for Heineken Cup happy ending
The Toulon out-half plays his second last professional game tomorrow against Saracens.
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May 23rd 2014, 5:46 PM
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'I'd like to be there when Larsson leads Celtic out' -- Aiden McGeady
Martin O’Neill praised the Swede’s qualities as a player before laughing off suggestions that Roy Keane could take the job instead.
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May 23rd 2014, 9:22 AM
# Happy Birthday
On Audrey Hepburn's 85th birthday, here are 5 things you mightn't know about her
The iconic actress passed away in 1993, but remains one of Hollywood’s most celebrated personalities.
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May 4th 2014, 2:37 PM
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Inter legend Zanetti to become club director at the end of the season
The veteran defender will soon hang up his well-worn boots.
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Apr 30th 2014, 10:23 AM
# Landmark
Donnacha O'Callaghan set to surpass O'Gara as Munster's most capped player
The second row is in line to make his 241st appearance for the province this weekend.
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Feb 14th 2014, 8:00 AM
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Ronaldo to open museum dedicated to himself
The Real Madrid winger is backing the opening on the island of Madeira
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Dec 4th 2013, 7:17 AM
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Cricket's 'Little Master' Tendulkar to retire after 200th Test
One of the greatest batsmen of all time is bowing out.
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Oct 10th 2013, 1:22 PM
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It’s official*: Tiger Woods is back!
*’Official’ cos Sports Illustrated say he’s back, that’s why.
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Apr 3rd 2013, 10:45 AM
# more cowbell
11 moments that prove Christopher Walken is amazing
He’s gonna need more cowbell to celebrate his birthday.
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Mar 31st 2013, 10:30 AM
# Star Quality
So, Manchester City celebrated their latest win with The Hoff
We’re just not quite sure why.
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Jan 1st 2013, 6:44 PM
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Man throws paint at ancient Catholic icon of Virgin Mary
Some believe the Black Madonna of Czestochowa, an ancient Polish icon of the Virgin Mary, can work miracles.
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Dec 9th 2012, 3:43 PM
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Does my ranking look big in this? Venus causes a storm in latest dress
She’s a dedicated follower of fashion. And one of the best tennis players to ever live, of course.
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Jan 19th 2011, 3:39 PM