#Journey
'It means a lot for the boys from the rural area who didn’t go to private school'
Makazole Mapimpi, who used to walk 10km to school, has had a stunning rise with the Springboks.
The Irish striker whose 'little demons' couldn't get the better of him
Dave Mooney on his League of Ireland beginnings and ultimately carving out a successful career abroad.
Madagascar's sensational Africa Cup of Nations journey continues
They beat two-time winners DR Congo to reach the competition’s quarter-finals
'This isn't about me, this is about the team... it can't be an Ian story'
Italy out-half Ian McKinley goes up against some very familiar faces on Saturday in Chicago.
How refugee Modric rose to rule Russia 2018
From war-torn Zadar to the World Cup final, Luka Modric has turned making the difficult look easy into a habit of a lifetime.
The former binman and theology student who has cracked the Wallabies
Brandon Paenga-Amosa had a remarkable rise over the last year.
'I had to look after this puppy when I could barely look after myself'
Irish Alpine skier Kirsty McGarry chats to The42 about representing Ireland twice at the Winter Olympics and the difficult aftermath.
‘It was a huge shock… I had been told I was getting a new contract’
Niall Maher on the heartbreak of having to leave Bolton after 14 years, and making a fresh start with Galway United.
From a dilapidated shack in a 'seedy grey town' to being Man United's inspirational unsung hero
The winger-turned-defender, who has signed a contract extension with the club, has been a disciplined, humble, phenomenal asset.
Nobody knows how this cat made a two-year, 4,800km journey from California to Canada
BooBoo has turned up 2.5 years after going missing.
'I said to my dad I wanted to come home and maybe play football in Ireland'
As he gets set for one of the biggest games of his career, Lincoln’s Alan Power chats to The42 about his struggle to make it as a footballer.
An Irish couple's trip to Liverpool for an abortion has gone viral on Twitter
And they’re winning so much support.
16 experiences every Bus Eireann passenger will relate to
Home for the weekend.
"So many people died in the desert. We saw dead bodies, skeletons" - The horror stories of children seeking a new life
A new UNICEF report is highlighting the treacherous journeys of the world’s migrant and refugee children.
'Bundee Aki could become mayor of Galway, the way people are loving him!'
Andrew Browne outlines some of the reasons Connacht find themselves in the Pro12 final.
'There's a whole lexicon of words we've had to use to describe Connacht winning, rather than losing'
Three long-term Connacht followers chart the story of the western province’s rise.
This 5-year-old Dublin boy is preparing for life changing surgery that could see him walk
Fionn’s dad Mark explained that the operation can be “nearly miraculous” for some children.
Poll: Are you an early bird or a night owl?
Do you even know?
7 things you should do with your extra day this Leap Year
So much extra time… sort of.
7 games for your phone that'll make this evening's commute fly by
Just don’t miss your stop.
A Donegal postman actually managed to deliver this postcard all the way from America
Just the first name, the town and the country were on it.
'I was constantly called a 5-a-side footballer because I wanted to keep possession of the ball'
Tipperary’s Richie Ryan captains the Ottawa Fury in the North American Soccer League championship final later today.
It's a big day for two Irish footballers plying their trade in North America
Richie Ryan and Colin Falvey are preparing for a championship semi-final.
“We told the drivers: if you can go, keep going": What happens behind the scenes at Dublin Bus
Ever wondered what goes into taking a bus journey? We went behind the scenes to find out.
Beating Ireland would be the latest mark of Argentinian rugby growth
The Rugby Championship, academies, Vodacom Cup and now Super Rugby – quite a journey.
Barack Obama has been greeted by his family in Kenya
The US President has said that he will be speaking out about gay rights during his trip.
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The Camino de Santiago is coming back to Dublin after almost 800 years
The Camino Information Centre next to the historical starting point at St James Gate.
Journey drummer was high on meth and hallucinating when arrested
Castronovo had sent a woman who accused him of rape 122 texts and called her 35 times since he posted bail.
Stage collapses under students just as singer hits 'Don't Stop Believing' high note
16 students sustained minor injuries in the fall.
Tired of your commute? This man walks 21 miles to and from work every day
Meet James Robertson.
VIDEO: Check out these Limerick lads' trek across the Ballyhoura Mountain Bike Trail
The location, which is on the Cork-Limerick border, has become popular among mountain bikers of late.
New crew blast off to International Space Station
They docked six hours after launching from Russia.
'It was tough, and I had the scars to prove it': Steed looks back on Ireland Women's last trip to Twickenham
A lot has changed in 10 years, today Ireland’s Women will be targeting a trophy inside the imposing stadium.
Irish Rail apologises after passengers have to stand in carriage aisles
Passengers who booked a seat online for this specific train, but did not get their seat, are entitled to a refund.
Conor Cusack to give talk about depression at UCC
The former Cork hurling star recently spoke out about how depression has affected his life.
‘He was one of the greatest actors of this or any time’ – Sopranos creator David Chase
Everyone from the Governor of New Jersey to Lindsay Lohan has been paying tribute, following the untimely death of James Gandolfini.
PIC: 'Suitcase crammed full of chocolate and crisps' pic of the day
Niall O’Rourke is heading back to Sweden soon – and he’s not really a fan of the country’s confectionery.
Slideshow: Kilkenny’s path to the All-Ireland SHC final
Having looked at their opponents’ route earlier, here’s how the Cats reached the final.
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