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Fiachna Ó Braonáin
Fiachna Ó Braonáin of Hothouse Flowers: ‘I was quite disappointed by Bono. I don’t think Sinéad O’Connor would have done it’
The U2 frontman was an early cheerleader for his fellow Irish band, who are back on tour to mark 40 years together. But his acceptance of a medal from Joe Biden sent the wrong signal, they say
Newstalk’s Ciara Kelly left floundering as cohost Shane Coleman sidesteps Olympics duty
Radio: Ciara Kelly and Shane Coleman host awkward chats and gratuitous squabbles as Fiachna Ó Braonáin signs off with feeling
Oliver Callan’s even better at meaningless fluff than Ryan Tubridy
Radio: The talented mimic is adept at filling airtime but oddly reserved when talking to others
Ivan Yates allows ancient rivalries provide respite from new menace
Sombre Newstalk host rediscovers irreverent persona for on-air prank, while Morning Ireland highlights the perils of shopping
‘I have had a wonderful life’: Keelin Shanley remembered at funeral
Politicians and RTÉ colleagues pay final respects to ‘fearless and funny’ journalist
Mourners gather for Mansion House funeral of Luas-death cyclist
Cormac Ó Braonáin ‘patchwork quilt of a person with a thousand passions’, says sister
Five Lamps Arts Festival marks 10th anniversary
Dublin inner city event aims to showcase uniqueness of the area to residents and visitors
Paul Williams simmers down as Tubridy swipes at snowflakes
Radio review: Northern Ireland and 'cosseted millennials' let the broadcasters show their true feelings
My Leaving Cert: Fiachna Ó Braonáin
‘The exam system is outdated – continuous assessment would be much more valuable’
Tributes paid to chef and critic Paolo Tullio at funeral
Humanist ceremony held in crowded Examination Hall at Trinity College Dublin
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