For the first time in 22 years, three couples will face the Strictly dance-off tonight and the judges will vote to eliminate rather than save. Here's how it works and where the Irish hopeful stands.
Author: Connemara Journal Newsroom
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Graham dynasty on the brink: Lindsey’s sister tied 48-48 with a Democrat in Trump country as South Carolina shock looms
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Glen Hansard’s unheard Shane MacGowan song finally released, months after his tragic death
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