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Controversy

PodcastThe Candidate

Kneecap get the scrutiny Netanyahu doesn't

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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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Wexford boss Rossiter dismayed by awarding of Dublin goal after sliotar didn't appear to cross line

26 Apr

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Gary Lineker believes BBC wanted him to leave MotD as he regrets tweets ‘damage’

22 Apr

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Infantino defends Saudi Arabia World Cup and relationship with Trump

28 Feb

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'I will fight': Khelif responds to boxing organisation lawsuit

12 Feb

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TalkSPORT staff alarmed by Jermaine Jenas’ reported return to broadcasting

4 Feb

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Gaelic Football

Rory Gallagher threatens legal action unless GAA President withdraws Naas email

The 42

9 Jan

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Rory Gallagher threatens legal action unless GAA President withdraws Naas email

Gallagher was in line last weekend to take up a new role coaching the Kildare senior title holders.

9 Jan

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Sinn Féin will speak to Caroline Stanley in January over issues that 'need to get ironed out'

21 Dec 2024

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Brian Stanley takes a swipe at Sinn Féin after snatching final seat in Laois

The final elimination, Sinn Féin candidate Maria McCormack, allowed Stanley to be elected alongside Fianna Fáil candidate Seán Fleming.

Updated 1 Dec 2024

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Taoiseach says the voter who confronted him in viral video was 'absolutely owed an apology'

The woman, Charlotte Fallon, said that Harris rang her this morning to apologise for walking away from her.

Updated 23 Nov 2024

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The Morning Lead

'The images are not good': How do people in Dundalk feel about John McGahon’s election bid?

While there was some support for John McGahon, most people felt he shouldn’t be running in the general election.

20 Nov 2024

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Brian Stanley confirms he's running in the general election as an Independent candidate

31 Oct 2024

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F1 drivers to discuss response to FIA president over Max Verstappen swearing row

23 Sep 2024

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Olympic breakdancer Raygun speaks out on ‘devastating hate’ after Paris performance

Updated 16 Aug 2024

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'I'm getting cheated': Tearful Coco Gauff out while Nadal-Alcaraz dream team triumph

Updated 30 Jul 2024

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Boxer in Kellie Harrington's weight division suspended from Olympics after doping test

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28 Jul 2024

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Boxer in Kellie Harrington's weight division suspended from Olympics after doping test

28 Jul 2024

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Morocco beat Argentina after pitch invasions, 2-hour stoppage and incredible VAR drama

24 Jul 2024

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Turkey summons German envoy in row over footballer's alleged nationalist gesture

3 Jul 2024

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The Spark

Fine Gael deletes video using music from children's viral rap hit after criticism from studio behind it

7 Jun 2024

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Liverpool back VAR to continue in Premier League after Wolves want it scrapped

16 May 2024

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Tbilisi

Riot police arrest protesters outside Georgian parliament over Russian-like 'foreign influence' law

Politicians came to blows in the parliament over the legislation that opposition members say mirrors Russian laws that silence dissent.

Updated 14 May 2024

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How a president's intervention set the stage for the most contentious Eurovision in years

The buildup to the competition has been overshadowed by the debate over Israel’s inclusion – so what can we expect in Malmö?

Daragh Brophy

5 May 2024

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PGMOL to allow Nottingham Forest to hear VAR audio of rejected penalty claims

23 Apr 2024

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Werder Bremen suspend Naby Keita until end of season

16 Apr 2024

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Shels' late equaliser overshadowed as official hit by object

Damien Duff’s men earned a hard-fought draw in Drogheda.

5 Apr 2024

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Hurricane

Lyrics for Israel's re-written Eurovision song revealed after row over first submission

11 Mar 2024

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Lecce fire coach for headbutting opponent

11 Mar 2024

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Bohs defender struck by flare as visitors earn late win over Pat's

23 Feb 2024

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Irish ambassador 'surprised' at Israel's criticism over Taoiseach's Emily Hand statement

Updated 27 Nov 2023

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Ex-Aston Villa player sacked after posts on Israel-Hamas war

3 Nov 2023

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Rangers face potential sanction after fans force suspension of play

2 Nov 2023

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'Reckless': Wayne Rooney fumes as ref fails to give penalty for Bazunu 'moment of madness'

28 Oct 2023

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No suspension for Bayern Munich star over pro-Palestinian posts

20 Oct 2023

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Liverpool ask for VAR audio after disallowed goal

2 Oct 2023

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Victor Osimhen may sue Napoli over social media video mocking striker

27 Sep 2023

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Ex-Spain football boss in court over World Cup kiss scandal

Updated 15 Sep 2023

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'I am not a racist' - France lock Bastien Chalureau denies racist remarks

5 Sep 2023

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