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<p>Kimberly (Kim) English, her husband Philip English and their sons, 12-year-old Callum and nine-year-old Jayden, died in the fire.</p>

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Man and woman arrested over arson attack that killed four in Waterford

The arrests come as two surviving children remain critically ill, while political leaders call for stronger measures against drug-related intimidation

<p>Patrick O’Donovan became ill at an EU presidency event held at the University of Limerick earlier this week. Picture: PA</p>

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Minister Patrick O’Donovan in intensive care following medical emergency in Limerick

<p>Fórsa secretary general Kevin Callinan speaking to the media outside Leinster House. Picture: Barry Cronin</p>

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Fórsa gives Government ‘hours not days’ to make public sector pay proposal

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Hotel review: Every guest is a VIP at this legendary beachfront hotel

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Gardaí investigate after body of man found in Co Cork

Well-known Caseys approved for furniture store at former Cork printers

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Well-known Caseys approved for furniture store at former Cork printers

St Michael's Listowel stun the Sem to claim first Kerry colleges title in 48 years

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St Michael's Listowel stun the Sem to claim first Kerry colleges title in 48 years

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Muireann O'Connell: 'Before we were told it’s all in your head — now everything is menopause'

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High Court orders Enoch Burke's arrest and imprisonment for trespassing at school

Mr Justice Brian Cregan on Thursday also ordered for the sequestration of a car used by the former teacher to travel to Wilson’s Hospital School

Key provisions of Valerie’s Law yet to be enacted by Government

Key provisions of Valerie’s Law yet to be enacted by Government

Bus parking in Cork tourist town causing 'carnage'

Bus parking in Cork tourist town causing 'carnage'

Gardaí investigate discovery of historical human remains at Limerick cemetery

Gardaí investigate discovery of historical human remains at Limerick cemetery

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Frewen Cup: Costello-inspired Tralee CBS stage second-half comeback to topple ISK

Trailing by eight points at half-time, the Tralee school overturned a seemingly commanding ISK lead, with Andy Costello inspiring their recovery.

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Waterlogged pitch back in focus as Bohs v Rovers war rages

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Edwin Edogbo pens new Munster deal to keep lock at province until 2029

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Unions estimate that there will be between 300,000 and 400,000 public servants on strike on Wednesday as part of a row with the government over pay negotiations amid the cost-of-living crisis

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Meet the Catholic priest turned Celtic monk who has lived on Inis Mór for more than 40 years

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'I felt completely abandoned by the State when we were at our most vulnerable', Jason Corbett's sister says

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Dopamine Chamber review: Fontaines DC impress with five-star showing on new album

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Trump's sham 'peace plan' for Palestine is a year old, more than 1,500 have been killed in Gaza since

A year ago this week, October 13, 2025, President Donald Trump unveiled what he called his comprehensive peace plan for Israel and Palestine. Fintan Drury’s recent book, Genocide: Sponsoring the Destruction of Palestine, examines the West’s role in Israel’s campaign in Gaza in the context of the events of that day.

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The Danish approach to copyright and deepfakes: Is this a model for the EU?

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House of the Week: First home built by leading architect — for first-time-buyer price of €295k

House of the Week: First home built by leading architect — for first-time-buyer price of €295k

A stylish house on a challenging infill site at Cork's Wellington Road

Must-read book that tells the stories behind inspiring gardens

Must-read book that tells the stories behind inspiring gardens

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Leisureplex demolition looms at Premier Inn site

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The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Gardaí raid two homes after Waterford arson attack

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