John le Carré, author of Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, dies aged 89
Thriller writer most famous for stories of complex cold war intrigue began his career as a real-life spy in postwar Europe
Patrick Quinn, Ice Bucket Challenge supporter, dies aged 37
Millions took up the challenge, which involved dousing themselves with a bucket of ice cold water and posting the video online
Veteran journalist and author Robert Fisk dies aged 74
Highly regarded, controversial foreign correspondent had long relationship with Ireland