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<p>The light aircraft crashed near Waterford Airport on Thursday afternoon. Picture: Howard Crowdy</p>

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One dead after light aircraft crashes in field near Waterford Airport

Aircraft attempting an emergency landing at Waterford Airport crashed into a field near Tramore, killing one person

<p>(Left to right) John O'Loughlin, Pam O'Loughlin and Raymond O'Loughlin outside Kilrush Courthouse after the inquest into the death of Emer O'Loughlin on Wednesday. Pam appealed for information from anybody who could help progress the case. Photo: Eamon Ward</p>

munster

Clare woman requests Garda review of death of her sister Emer O’Loughlin 20 years ago

<p>The MV Matthew was returned to its regular berthing spot at Marino Point on Wednesday, after it was moved to the Verolme dockyard in Cobh on Monday. Picture: Larry Cummins</p>

munster

Drugs ship MV Matthew returns to Cork harbour as it emerges costs have reached almost €12m

Excited senior woman throwing glitters

fashion and beauty

The ultimate guide to mature make-up for Christmas — with expert tips

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Garda released without charge following alleged links to organised crime group

First-time buyers: Housing minister says caps on supports and grants are 'under review'

politics

First-time buyers: Housing minister says caps on supports and grants are 'under review'

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rugby

Garry Ringrose and Josh van der Flier recalled to Ireland team to face South Africa

T in the Park Festival 2016 - Strathallan Castle

culture

Stone Roses and ex-Primal Scream bass player Gary ‘Mani’ Mounfield dies aged 63

A good walk rewarded: Our top 10 golf course photos of 2025

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A good walk rewarded: Our top 10 golf course photos of 2025

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News

Cork City Fire Brigade tackle house blaze in Lover's Walk

Cork City Fire Brigade tackle house blaze in Lover's Walk

Crews from Ballyvolane and Anglesea St are attending the scene near the Middle Glanmire Rd in Tivoli

Airlines put on extra flights but Irish footie fans face hefty flight prices following match draw

Airlines put on extra flights but Irish footie fans face hefty flight prices following match draw

teenagers drinking in the park

Prevention projects need funds to tackle 'really depressing' level of alcohol and drug use among young

'Everything was taken from me': Cork man charged with assault of student that caused permanent brain damage

'Everything was taken from me': Cork man charged with assault of student that caused permanent brain damage

sport

Butterfield Bermuda Championship 2025 - Round Three

Seamus Power in contention at RSM Classic with opening round of 64

The Waterford man is in a desperate battle to retain his PGA Tour card, currently sitting at 129th in the FedEx Cup rankings and needing to finish inside the top 100 to retain full tour status

Watch - Rugby podcast special: the Boks come to town

Watch - Rugby podcast special: the Boks come to town

Kerins O'Rahilly's v East Kerry - Kerry County Senior Football Championship Round 1

Cork's Naomh Abán name GAA coaching ticket that many inter-county teams would relish

Al Ahli SFC v Al Shabab - Saudi Pro League

Czechs in crisis but legend Nedved wants smarts against Ireland

Insight: Must Reads

Dungarvan chef Eunice Power on love, loss, and her determination to keep going

Dungarvan chef Eunice Power on love, loss, and her determination to keep going

It is six months since Eunice Power's son passed away tragically. As she publishes her debut cookbook, Vickie Maye meets her in her Dungarvan home where they talk grief, kindness and the healing power of food

The rise of event cinema and how musicals became cool again

The rise of event cinema and how musicals became cool again

A councillor tried to quash my political dreams — now I help women run for local elections

A councillor tried to quash my political dreams — now I help women run for local elections

JACK AND THEO KIRWAN

Sprout founders on why they are adding a Cork restaurant to their empire

Lifestyle

Five For Your Radar: Wicked, Stranger Things, My Bloody Valentine...

Five For Your Radar: Wicked, Stranger Things, My Bloody Valentine...

The pantos also begin their run at some venues

Vietnam War, with added dinosaurs: Jeremy Piven on the mad mix of his latest film

Vietnam War, with added dinosaurs: Jeremy Piven on the mad mix of his latest film

JULIA KELLY

Julia Kelly: A two-week stay at Annaghmakerrig led to becoming a writer and mother

Turtle swimming underwater in Barabados

Measuring underwater noise can help protect our marine ecosystem

Viewpoints

The Mick Clifford Podcast: In defence of Denis O’Brien’s stance on work ethic and Gen Z attitudes

The Mick Clifford Podcast: In defence of Denis O’Brien’s stance on work ethic and Gen Z attitudes

DCU’s Eoin O’Malley discusses youth work ethic, entitlement, and whether remote working delivers on its early promise

Booker Prize 2025

Colin Sheridan: The Booker shows what we're willing to celebrate — a new, questioning, masculinity

Lack of action on hate speech contributing to racist violence

Lack of action on hate speech contributing to racist violence

Russia Syria

Michael McGrath: We must defend our democratic values together

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Business movers: People starting new jobs in Ireland

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New appointees with TEKenable, Law Society of Ireland, Shannon Airport Group, John Sisk & Son, Hammerson and ABM

Rassie Erasmus 19/11/2025

S Special Springboks: The reasons South Africa stands alone

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

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Michael Moynihan: Cork asked for a park — and got a pathway of concrete instead

S Michael Moynihan: Cork asked for a park — and got a pathway of concrete instead

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The Gaelic Football Show: James Horan on his first training session with Mayo

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James Horan rewinds to 2010 and the beginning of his journey with the Mayo footballers

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: A tragedy in Ballinlough

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: A tragedy in Ballinlough

World Cup Qualifier podcast special: what now after a special night in Budapest?

World Cup Qualifier podcast special: what now after a special night in Budapest?

Dalo's Hurling Show: Falls into place for Gunners, Éire Óg and flicking over just in time for Troy

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An inside look at our exclusive Examiner Eats Club

An inside look at our exclusive Examiner Eats Club

The Irish Examiner Eats Club was the closing event of the 2025 Cork on a Fork food festival, as 40 lucky diners enjoyed an evening for Irish Examiner subscribers in The Glass Curtain restaurant, on Cork’s MacCurtain St.

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How to make perfect mashed potatoes

How to make creamy vegetable soup

How to make creamy vegetable soup

farming

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Government still falling short on blocking Mercosur

ICSA said they are 'deeply disappointed' with the Irish Government's lack of action on opposing the Mercosur trade deal

Rows of young plug plants growing in a field

Organic farming scheme now open for applications

Minister Noel Grealish promotes Irish agri-food in Mexico

Minister Noel Grealish promotes Irish agri-food in Mexico

Fresh produce

Co-ops slash October milk prices citing oversupply in global market

Property

Sweet €275k poet's house was once home to the Silver Tongue of Munster

Sweet €275k poet's house was once home to the Silver Tongue of Munster

Sensitive renovations helped retain the historic character of this winsome Clonakilty property

UCC puts CUBS building on hold and will also identify surplus lands ‘usable for housing’

UCC puts CUBS building on hold and will also identify surplus lands ‘usable for housing’

Derelict Passage West terrace to be restored as contractor housing by Doyle Shipping Group

Derelict Passage West terrace to be restored as contractor housing by Doyle Shipping Group

Cork's Flying Enterprise complex sells for over €5m

Cork's Flying Enterprise complex sells for over €5m

World

Climate COP30

Fire disrupts Cop30 forcing evacuations as negotiators reach critical final days

Fire disrupted UN climate talks in Brazil forcing evacuations of several buildings with just two scheduled days left and negotiators yet to announce any major agreements. Officials said no one was hurt in the blaze on Thursday.

France Grevin Museum

Paris waxwork museum unveils ‘revenge dress’ Diana

Russia Ukraine War Corruption Scandal

US and Russia draw up peace plan for Ukraine that includes concessions from Kyiv

France Louvre

Louvre boosts security with 100 cameras and other measures after jewel heist

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Decarbonising winter heating – shifting to sustainable alternatives

Decarbonising winter heating – shifting to sustainable alternatives

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Padel 100 hitting winners as the sport conquers Ireland — and making daytime padel 100% free nationwide

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