Remember these?
So much has happened in Irish society during 2016 that it’s easy to forget some of the biggest events and stories from the past 12 months.
Here are some of the biggest stories on JOE during August.
10) Derval O’Rourke’s views on the Pat Hickey ticket scandal are a must watch
In an articulate and honest interview, the former world indoor champion states that athletes are “held to the highest standards for everything and we’re very accountable, we’re very answerable”.
A really great watch.
Derval O'Rourke gives her verdict on the OCI ticket scandal #rterio2016 #rtesport https://t.co/4y79B0u7vN
— RTÉ Sport (@RTEsport) August 18, 2016
9) We’ve fallen in love with this Longford tourism video
If this doesn’t make you want to live in Ireland’s least appreciated county, nothing will.
8) Paddy Barnes’ father claims Russians knew the result BEFORE Michael Conlan’s defeat
“We knew coming here this morning, the Russians told us that Michael wasn’t going to get the contest. They told us that themselves. And we knew.”
This is such a passionate interview.
7) After winning Olympic medals, the O’Donovans’ started rowing again just for the craic
The entire country was swelling with pride after seeing this.
The O'Donovans just came back out for the craic. The 🇮🇪 flag flying high in the air 😂 Two brilliant men #Rio2016 pic.twitter.com/Kk73PYxDk5
— JOE.ie (@JOEdotie) August 12, 2016
6) Sydney Rose drew huge praise and harsh criticism for supporting Repeal the 8th
Brianna Parkins won applause from the Rose of Tralee crowd when she told Dáithí Ó Sé that she’d love to see Ireland hold a referendum on the 8th Amendment of Bunreacht na hÉireann.
https://twitter.com/LarsBiscuits/status/767895242133663744
Thanks for the all the support #SydneyRose #RoseofTralee #repealthe8th pic.twitter.com/zqK0XPkJ34
— Brianna Parkins (@parkinsbrea) August 23, 2016
5) The O’Donovan brothers were full of devilment in their latest memorable TV interview
Christ, they’re absolute magic in this interview.
Podium pants and pizzas out in Rio but the O’Donovan brothers are missing a 'national holiday' back in Skibb! https://t.co/zkeny9a7my
— RTÉ Sport (@RTEsport) August 12, 2016
4) Michael Conlan calls out “cheating bastards” in post-fight interview
Three judges somehow managed to score the fight 29-28 in favour of Vladimir Nikitin. How!?!?
We absolutely love his passion for the sport.
3) The Rose of Tralee was interrupted by a man dressed as a priest yelling on the stage
Fathers for justice. Mad.
So this happened!! #RoseofTralee #Stageinvaderhttps://t.co/aJJZJjd2Ve
— Entertainment on RTÉ (@RTE_Ents) August 22, 2016
Ba ha ha ha aha ha that was brilliant! Father ted stuff 😂😂😂 #RoseOfTralee pic.twitter.com/sQQCq1nTza
— Rob Timony (@RobTimony) August 22, 2016
2) Paddy Barnes’ reaction to the Michael Conlan decision says a thousand words
You know what he’s implying.
Watch @paddyb_ireland's immediate reaction to the decision of the judges in Michael Conlan's fight.https://t.co/rx4FRC3uMH
— RTÉ Sport (@RTEsport) August 16, 2016
1) The top 100 schools in the country have been revealed
You can see the full list here, but this is the top 40.
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