Alan Cantwell flags move to RTE
Veteran TV3 newsreader Alan Cantwell has said he wouldn’t rule out a move to RTE. Alan (43), who has been with TV3 for 14 years, said: “If you’re not being challenged where you are, then it’s incumbent on the individual to look for other challenges. Maybe RTE, maybe somewhere else.”
Florence Welch pulls out of concerts
Chart star
Florence Welch has cancelled shows in Spain and Portugal to avoid permanently damaging her voice. The singer — who played the Phoenix Park last Sunday — said yesterday: “I’ve sustained a vocal injury and been told I cannot sing for a week”
Keith Richards’ Irish constitution
Wrinkly rocker
Keith Richards has attributed his legendary constitution to his Irish roots. Rolling Stone Keith (68), a former heroin addict, puts his resilience down to dad Bert. He said: “He was an Irish boxer. I think I’ve inherited... that constitution where it’s unforgiveable for it to break down.”