Category: Profile
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‘Rome wasn’t built in a day’: Emily O’Donnell on fashion, TV, and her rise to the spotlight
When Emily O’Donnell was announced as Best Celebrity Stylist at the Gossies 2026 award show, her reaction was anything but rehearsed. “I was genuinely speechless,” she said. “I rarely am.” For someone who has spent over a decade in front of the camera, that moment was refreshingly human. “I think…
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Far from home, Poojan Mahajan builds Sui Dhaghaa
The clothing brand Sui Dhaghaa is the story of Poojan Mahajan’s journey of creativity and resilience. When Mahajan moved from India to Ireland for her studies, she never imagined she would build a clothing brand that blends South Asian traditions with a new…
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‘The reality is that you need money to work in this business’: an interview with actor and filmmaker Laoisa Sexton
The “I Can’t Go On” writer/director reveals her early inspirations and addresses the challenging realities of breaking into the film industry.
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The guy behind Pheonix Park: the story of Terry Moore
Taking care and being responsible for a national historic park that is one of the largest enclosed parks within any European capital city is very impressive. Terry Moore (53), a Ballymun-born Santry resident, became Pheonix Park’s head ranger about five years ago. He started his journey in…
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“The whole climate and nature crisis, to me, is the reason I’m in politics.” Senator Malcolm Noonan on his political career
Malcolm Noonan is someone who is well-known around Kilkenny. He was a member of Kilkenny County Council for almost 15 years and served as Mayor of Kilkenny between 2009 and 2010. He was then elected to the Dáil in 2020, and served as…
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Profile on Charleen Murphy
Charleen Murphy Profile Charleen Murphy, 27, is an Irish influencer and podcast co-host of “Hold My Drink” alongside fellow influencer and best friend, Ellie Kelly. Charleen Murphy (left) and Ellie Kelly (right) at one of their Vicar St. live shows in October 2023.…
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A Conversation with Rory O’Connor; Rory’s Stories.
Rory O’Connor, better known as Rory’s Stories, is a content creator, best-selling author, and stand-up comedian. The 34-year-old didn’t accomplish that status overnight. In this article, O’Connor reveals his struggles with gambling and anxiety and his journey to overcome them, leading him to a full-time career as “Rory’s Stories.” O’Connor’s social media journey started in 2013 with a blog called ‘Rory’s Stories’ with content…
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Barry Heneghan discusses his political journey and plans for remaining government tenure
Barry Heneghan is a 27-year-old independent TD for Dublin Bay North, elected in the 2024 Irish general election on his first attempt. A graduate from both Belvedere college and DCU, Heneghan graduated with a master’s in mechanical engineering focusing on sustainable energy systems. In an interview with The City, Heneghan…
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Senator Tom Clonan, a man on a mission
Photo: Mary Phelan Senator Tom Clonan – retired army captain, security advisor, member of Seanad Eireann, author and carer Tom Clonan is a busy man. He started his working life in the Army. He later became an academic, lecturing in the School of…
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“I’m not far off the dream:” Aspiring pilot explains the ups and downs of learning to fly
Being a pilot is an occupation that the majority of us would imagine to be of high importance and extremely pressurised. Now, imagine being in that position as young as 23-years-old. While that would sound daunting to most, that is the reality for…
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