Fergal Keane
Former RTÉ journalist uncovers ‘180 sticks’ of explosives on his Cork farm

Former RTÉ journalist uncovers ‘180 sticks’ of explosives on his Cork farm

A Defence Forces bomb squad had to be called to the scene to conduct ‘controlled explosions’. A former RTÉ journalist made a startling discovery on his Cork farm this week that led to an army bomb squad being called to the scene. Earlier in the year, Fergal Keane announced that after nearly three decades reporting […]

2 years ago

BBC Africa correspondent Fergal Keane to step down due to PTSD

BBC Africa correspondent Fergal Keane to step down due to PTSD

“It is both brave and welcome that he is ready to be open about PTSD.” The BBC’s Africa Editor Fergal Keane is stepping down from his role with the broadcaster due to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Keane, who grew up in Cork and is a nephew of playwright John B. Keane, has worked for the BBC […]

6 years ago

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