# bravery

This year

2023

11 gardaí to be honoured for 'exceptional bravery and heroism'

Among the recipients is the late Inspector Sam Donegan, who was killed in an explosion on the Cavan/Fermanagh border in 1972

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May 26th 2023, 9:57 AM

Last year

2022

Suspected gunman tied up by churchgoers after fatal shooting in California

Four others were critically injured in the incident, authorities said.

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May 16th 2022, 7:52 AM

All time

Munster Man

'I believe it will change a lot of people's lives because of that'

Munster boss Johann van Graan has praised Keith Earls for his bravery.

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Oct 19th 2021, 2:54 PM

PSNI

Woman in critical condition after her car entered Fermanagh lake

Three police officers retrieved the woman from the sinking car, and have been commended for their bravery.

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Jun 16th 2019, 2:00 PM

bravery

'It's a fitting tribute to his Dad that he came out and finished the game for us today'

Laois manager John Sugrue heaped praise on young forward Evan O’Carroll who played a key role despite losing his father during the week.

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Jun 11th 2018, 12:15 PM

brian dunne

Judge praises the resilience of two 80-year-old victims whose handbags were robbed by same thief

Brian Dunne (33) was sentenced to four and a half years in prison for the offences.

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Apr 18th 2018, 5:59 PM

Closure

Bravery medals would bring 'final closure' for Jadotville survivors

While families welcomed the recent awarding of a unit citation and Bonn Jadotville medal, it is hoped eight of the men will be specifically awarded for their bravery.

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Dec 9th 2017, 12:05 AM

Scott Medal

Murdered Garda Tony Golden honoured with medal for 'bravery and great courage'

Tony Golden was shot dead while responding to a domestic incident at a home in Omeath in 2015

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Dec 8th 2017, 7:04 PM

bravery

Three-time world surf champion to return to water two years after shark attack

Mick Fanning fought off the shark during a competition back in 2015.

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Mar 7th 2017, 8:06 AM

sponsored by smirnoff

6 brilliant Irish people who overcame the odds

Prepare to be wowed.

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May 4th 2016, 3:38 PM

heroic

Former League of Ireland footballer praised after saving baby in Donegal tragedy

Davitt Walsh was taken to hospital after rescuing the four-month old baby girl.

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Mar 21st 2016, 6:18 PM

Court

Man sexually assaulted his intellectually disabled adult daughter

The judge told the woman that it “took great bravery” to bring the case.

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Mar 1st 2016, 4:08 PM

honesty

Philly McMahon opens up about his brother's death in emotional Late Late Show interview

He was applauded for his honesty and bravery.

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Feb 13th 2016, 11:19 AM

compensation

'Like my worst nightmare' - garda who faced down military-trained gunman tells of ordeal

The unarmed garda faced down and disarmed a robber who had been trained by the Lithuanian military.

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Nov 16th 2015, 4:49 PM

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Coma survivor who fell off 20ft balcony says he owes his life to paramedic who saved him

Oisin Merritt said he tries every day to stay positive.

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Jun 10th 2015, 8:04 PM

bravery

"A heartfelt heart-breaking story": Huge praise for Ursula Halligan's coming-out op-ed

The broadcaster is encouraging people to vote Yes in the upcoming referendum.

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May 15th 2015, 2:37 PM

bravery

Roy Keane thinks the Irish players need to have 'more pride' on the ball

The assistant manager spoke about players being braver in the final third.

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Nov 16th 2014, 6:30 PM

courageous act

Rescuer of toddler who climbed out window onto busy road gets bravery award

One Garda received awards for two separate acts of bravery.

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Oct 24th 2014, 6:17 PM

bravery

'I heard about Jonny Cooper, it could happen to anyone, anywhere' - Alisha Jordan

The New York ladies footballer also suffered an unprovoked attack, but hasn’t let it defeat her and will play in All-Ireland junior final this weekend.

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Sep 24th 2014, 8:17 AM

Heroes

Brave teenager who completed his Junior Cert while battling leukemia receives award

Yesterday’s 2014 Hidden Hearing Heroes Awards saw a number of people honored in different categories for their contributions to society.

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Sep 9th 2014, 9:01 AM

rememberance

Irish soldiers in the Great War: Tracing your family history in WWI

Readers share their family links to the Great War with some tips on how to begin your search.

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Aug 9th 2014, 5:00 PM

STrength

Climber falls down 70ft crevasse, rescued after asking for help on Facebook

The climber was stranded for 19 hours before help arrived.

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May 23rd 2014, 6:00 PM

Quick Thinking

Ukrainian soccer player saves opponent who swallows his tongue

Jaba Kankava was the hero in yesterday’s game.

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Mar 31st 2014, 8:56 AM

then a hero comes along

Brave fireman jumps off bridge to save drowning woman in Limerick

Fireman Eli Brace jumped in to the water to rescue the woman after the Coast Guard Rescue Helicopter could not retrieve her.

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Mar 2nd 2014, 7:50 PM

bravery

First female professional American Footballer in men's game makes big impact on debut

Remember the name: Jennifer Welter.

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Feb 17th 2014, 10:51 PM

bravery

Teenager dies trying to stop suicide bomber at his school in Pakistan

People in the village are hailing 17-year-old Aitzaz Hasan as a hero.

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Jan 9th 2014, 8:17 PM

BUUURRRRRR

VIDEO: Christmas Day crowds queue up to leap into the icy waters at the 40 Foot

Patrick Maye, Chris Maye and Justin Kinehan made this video of yesterday’s chilling experience.

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Dec 26th 2013, 11:57 AM

South Africa

Firefighter survives six-storey fall

South African emergency worker is trapped in scorching shaft for three hours but emerges with just a bruised hip.

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Dec 5th 2013, 11:48 AM

bravery

Majella O'Donnell shaves her head live on TV for cancer charity

Daniel O’Donnell’s wife was diagnosed with cancer and has begun chemotherapy treatment.

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Sep 14th 2013, 11:57 AM

bravery

'I don't want to be the girl who was shot by the Taliban - I want to be the girl who fought for the rights of every child'

IN FULL: Malala Yousafzai’s speech in Tipperary last night.

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Aug 21st 2013, 8:13 AM

live wire

Video: US daredevil walks over Grand Canyon on tiny tightrope

“My arms are aching like you couldn’t believe,” 34-year-old Nik Wallenda said after he completed the walk on the wire some 1,500 feet (457 metres) above the ground.

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Jun 24th 2013, 11:29 AM

Scott Medals

Seven members of the Gardaí honoured with medals for bravery

Medals were awarded for tackling and disarming armed men and saving a woman and her two children from a house fire.

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Nov 13th 2012, 3:04 PM

Voices

Nick Leeson: I'm not a motivational speaker. THIS GUY is.

Former trader Nick Leeson is a regular on the after-dinner speaking circuit – but he was blown away by the story of Aron Ralston, with whom he recently shared a stage…

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Oct 15th 2012, 7:00 AM

pic of the day

The Bravest Ducks of The Day

No comment.

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Feb 10th 2012, 6:20 PM

Riots

Man attacked during riots dies

Meanwhile, UK police sources have criticised David Cameron for blaming them for not anticipating the scale of the rioting.

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Aug 12th 2011, 9:36 AM