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# RIP

Thursday
30th November 2023
Tony Duffin: Shane MacGowan was more than a Fairytale…
Following the passing of Shane MacGowan, Tony Duffin reflects on the impact of Shane’s work on him in London during the 1980’s.
'One of music’s greatest lyricists': Tributes paid to 'genius' Shane MacGowan
The 65-year-old frontman of The Pogues passed away early this morning.
Former British chancellor Alistair Darling dies aged 70
The long-serving MP died after spending time in hospital being treated for cancer.
Pogues frontman and songwriter Shane MacGowan has died aged 65
The influential musician, songwriter and singer was best known as the lead singer of the Pogues.
The singer died in the early hours of this morning surrounded by his wife and family
President Higgins said his songs "connected Irish people all over the globe to their culture"
'One of music’s greatest lyricists': Tributes paid to 'genius' Shane MacGowan
Henry Kissinger, influential and divisive US diplomat, dies aged 100
Kissinger was a Nobel Peace Prize winner but also leaves a legacy of conflict and coups in some parts of the world.
This week
26th November 2023 - 2nd December 2023
Ben Dunne a ‘good, decent, generous, loving Irish man’, mourners told
Mary Lou McDonald and Larry Goodman as well as hundreds of others attended the funeral.
Tras Honan, the first and only woman to serve as Seanad Cathaoirleach, dies aged 93
Honan was a senator between 1977 and 1992 and was elected Cathaoirleach twice.
Last week
19th November 2023 - 2nd December 2023
Bodies of four missing teenagers found inside crashed car in Wales
A massive hunt was launched for Jevon Hirst, Harvey Owen, Wilf Henderson and Hugo Morris after they failed to return home from an overnight trip.
Fifth member of 1995 World Cup winning Springboks side passes away
Second-row Hannes Strydom in a fatal car accident near Pretoria, former club confirms.
Joss Ackland - best known for his movie 'bad guy' roles - has died age 95
Ackland’s most famous villain was the corrupt South African diplomat in Lethal Weapon 2.
Former US first lady Rosalynn Carter dies at the age of 96
Rosalynn was the wife of former US president Jimmy Carter
Ben Dunne: 'Larger than life' businessman lived 'a life less ordinary'
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said he was “deeply saddened” to hear of the businessman’s death.
Last month
November 2023
Businessman Ben Dunne has died at the age of 74
He was one of Ireland’s best known businesspeople.
Jennifer Aniston pays tribute to 'Friends' co-star Matthew Perry
Aniston said: “Rest little brother. You always made my day.”
Manchester and wider football world say final goodbyes to Bobby Charlton
Fans flocked to Old Trafford and to Manchester Cathedral for a public funeral service to remember Charlton, who died aged 86 last month.
Funeral of Denise Morgan hears there will be 'no justice' after she was shot dead in New York
Parish priest Sean Dooley expressed hope her death would contribute to a better understanding of the “scourge of domestic violence”.
Galway All-Ireland three-in-a-row great Seamus Leydon dies aged 81
Leydon lined out at wing-forward for Galway’s three-in-a-row team in the 1960s.
Inquest reveals Bobby Charlton died after accidental fall
The Manchester United and England great passed away aged 86 in Macclesfield General Hospital last month.
October
October 2023
Friends cast 'utterly devastated' by death of Matthew Perry
“We were more than just cast mates. We are a family.”
Galway hurling legend Jimmy Duggan dies, aged 93
The Liam Mellows clubman won a national league medal and featured in three All-Ireland final defeats.
Actor Matthew Perry found dead at his home, aged 54
The actor, who played Chandler Bing in Friends was discovered at his Los Angeles home.
‘The world will miss you’: Friends co-stars pay tribute to Matthew Perry following death
The acting superstar played Chandler Bing in hit US comedy Friends.
Everton chairman Bill Kenwright dies aged 78 after cancer battle
Kenwright first joined the board at Goodison Park in 1989.
'A giant of the game': Manchester United and England great Bobby Charlton dies aged 86
The England midfielder won the World Cup in 1966 and the European Cup at Manchester United two years later.
'A giant of the game': Manchester United and England great Bobby Charlton dies aged 86
The England midfielder won the World Cup in 1966 and the European Cup at Manchester United two years later.
Burt Young, Oscar-nominated actor from Rocky films, dies at 83
Young had roles in acclaimed films and television shows including Chinatown, Once Upon A Time In America and The Sopranos.
'A voice for those who needed it': Funeral hears of 'hardworking' journalism student Joe Drennan
The 21-year-old was waiting at a bus stop when fatally struck by a vehicle on Friday night.
Tina Satchwell's family can hold funeral at last, as her body has been released to them
It is understood that her close family will have a private ceremony for Tina.
Former Ireland international Gerry Ryan has died aged 68
FAI, Bohemians and Liam Brady among those paying tribute.
Elderly man dies in incident on trike in Waterford
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who was travelling in the area to come forward with any information.
Tributes paid to road victim, Joe Drennan, as gardaí continue search for hit and run driver
Drennan was waiting for a bus when he was struck by a car.
Irish Olympic medallist Hugh Russell passes away
Known as ‘Little Red’, Russell took flyweight bronze at the 1980 Moscow Olympics before becoming a renowned photographer.
Emotional tributes paid at funeral of Offaly woman Lorna Kearney, who was killed in her home
Mourners heard that Kearney was a ‘beautiful person inside and out’.
Cathy Ferguson, wife of former Manchester United boss Alex, dies
The Ferguson family confirmed the news in a statement.
Former England and Man City star Francis Lee dies
The former striker, who also had a spell as club chairman, has passed away at the age of 79.
September
September 2023
Teenage boy charged with murder of Lorna Woodnutt in Co Offaly
The boy appeared before Tullamore District Court tonight.
Tributes paid to Michael Gambon, the Dublin-born star of stage, screen and Harry Potter films
The four-time Bafta winner has died aged 82.
David McCallum, star of The Man From U.N.C.L.E, has died aged 90
McCallum also had a role in more recent years as the eccentric medical examiner in the popular NCIS.
Tributes paid to 'Giant of Derry hurling' Liam Hinphey on his passing
Kilkenny man won All-Ireland Junior hurling title same year he was a selector for Ulster football title win.
'Saddened beyond measure': Tributes following death of abuse whistleblower Mark Ryan
Minister Norma Foley thanked Mark Ryan for his “determination and bravery” in coming forward.