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Louise O'Neill: 'Be an influencer? I couldn't think of a job I'd dislike more'
In her sixth novel, the West Cork writer brings us the story of wellness guru and influencer Samantha Miller, whose perfectly curated life is shattered by a friend’s allegation.
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19-year-old US Open champion gets dream Rory McIlroy meeting
Yuka Saso modeled her swing after that of four-time major winner.
'As I came off the pitch, I had the phone call to say he had died'
Ireland defender Cyrus Christie pays tribute to boxer uncle Errol, who played a big part in his life.
Barcelona's new €30.5m signing influenced to join by Brazilian legend
Arriving from Benfica, the defender says that former Ballon d’Or winner Ronaldinho was a hero of his as a youngster.
The story of Robbie Keane and the Italian legend who inspired him to wear number 10
“He was one of the greatest of all-time, apart from when Paul McGrath had him in his pocket in 1994.”
Roma mascot blown away with emotion after shaking Totti's hand
Whoever came up with that saying about meeting your heroes got it all wrong.
Kevin Walker on the Swedish top-flight, a part-time pop career and memories of Carlow
The 25 year-old midfielder won the Swedish version of American Idol last December.
Fan with 'Messi 10' tattoo on his back meets the man himself
Now that’s what you call dedication. Or stupidity.
Young girl with autism makes huge Tom Hanks scrapbook... and finally shows it to him
Tom Hanks might be the best guy ever.