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CMAT and Brian Eno among latest acts backing 'freedom of expression' amid Kneecap controversy

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Kneecap get the scrutiny Netanyahu doesn't

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Kneecap: UK counter-terror police launch formal investigation after reviewing concert footage

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Controversy

Christy Moore and Pulp among acts calling for ‘freedom of expression’ after cancelled Kneecap gigs

The open letter pointed to a ‘campaign to remove Kneecap from the public eye’ by Westminster and the British media.

Updated 30 Apr

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Apology

Kneecap has gig cancelled on foot of backlash for 'dead Tory' and 'up Hamas, up Hezbollah' comments

Footage of the Belfast rap trio at two separate gigs was sent to the Metropolitan Police last week.

Updated 29 Apr

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Taoiseach says Kneecap must 'urgently clarify' views on Hamas and Hezbollah amid investigation

Updated 28 Apr

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Investigation

A second Kneecap gig video is being examined by UK police over 'dead Tory' comments

27 Apr

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Israel

Kneecap taking 'action' against people who spread 'deliberate falsehoods' after Coachella gig

25 Apr

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London

Footage of Kneecap concert from November being reviewed by UK counter-terror police

A video posted online allegedly shows one member at the gig shouting “Up Hamas, up Hezbollah”.

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Updated 24 Apr

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Palestine

Kneecap manager says rapper received death threats following Israel display at Coachella gig

23 Apr

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Palestine

Sharon Osbourne wants Kneecap to lose US work visas after 'F*ck Israel' display at Coachella

22 Apr

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Kneecap claim that a pro-Palestine message was ‘cut’ from their Coachella set

14 Apr

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Melbourne police probe Kneecap gig over missing King George V statue head

18 Mar

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Rich Peppiatt

Kneecap director laughs off Belfast News Letter claims of ‘Bafta blow’ for ‘only’ winning one award

18 Feb

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The Daily Poll

Poll: Have you watched the Kneecap movie?

17 Feb

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'It's more than a film': Kneecap director Rich Peppiatt wins ‘outstanding debut’ Bafta

In his acceptance speech, Peppiatt dedicated the award to “everyone who is out there fighting” to have their language respected.

Jane Moore

reports from London

16 Feb

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gaels on film

What are the chances of Kneecap and other Irish hopefuls winning a Bafta on Sunday?

Industry insiders say Kneecap won’t sweep the board – but it’s unlikely to leave empty handed.

Irish-produced The Apprentice, about Donald Trump, could also take home a gong.

Saoirse Ronan is nominated for best actress in a leading role, a tough category this year.

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15 Feb

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Live Music

Forget the Oscar snubs - Kneecap have just booked their biggest headline gig yet

Updated 24 Jan

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Kneecap nominated for six BAFTAs, including Best British Film (we know, we know)

15 Jan

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Kneecap wins Best Actor at major film festival for 'authentic and explosive' performance

13 Jan

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good news

From the Oscars to the Olympics: Nine reasons to be cheerful about Ireland's 2024

Beyond all the grim headlines, there were some actual nice and fun things happening this year for Ireland.

25 Dec 2024

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Belfast

Tributes continue to Gearóid Ó Cairealláin, Irish language activist and father of Kneecap star

22 Dec 2024

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Amach Anocht

Kneecap shortlisted for two Oscars, including Best International Feature Film

17 Dec 2024

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BIFAs

Kneecap wins 'Best British Film' (and six other awards) at British Independent Film Awards

9 Dec 2024

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Courts

Belfast rap trio Kneecap win legal challenge over UK government funding refusal

29 Nov 2024

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Three Irish acts named on BBC Radio 6 Artists of the Year list

4 Nov 2024

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Next Top Tory

Kemi Badenoch beats Robert Jenrick to win Conservative leadership race

2 Nov 2024

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Kneecap film set to surpass €1 million at the box office today

29 Aug 2024

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Kellie Harrington cameo with The Wolfe Tones among Electric Picnic standout moments

19 Aug 2024

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Politics takes centre stage for Irish acts at Electric Picnic

18 Aug 2024

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Kneecap could be heading to the Oscars as Ireland's Best International Feature nominees

2 Aug 2024

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Kneecap given go-ahead to challenge UK government in court for blocking them from getting £15,000

20 Jun 2024

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Texas

Kneecap, Sprints and Soda Blonde withdraw from SXSW festival due to US military sponsorship

11 Mar 2024

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Late Late Show

RTÉ says Kneecap agreed not to wear pro-Palestine badges on The Late Late, but did anyway

24 Feb 2024

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Rap group Kneecap launch legal action over British government decision to halt funding award

Updated 9 Feb 2024

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British Govt stops funding for Kneecap over rap group's 'opposition to the United Kingdom'

8 Feb 2024

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Kneecap win award with first Irish language film ever to premiere at Sundance Film Festival

26 Jan 2024

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Kneecap screen first Irish language film ever to premiere at Sundance Film Festival

19 Jan 2024

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