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<p>When the emerging preferred route was published last year, concerns were raised about a light rail system sharing the notoriously busy Wilton Rd with cars and buses. Picture: LuasCork.ie</p>

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Cork sports clubs find out about impact of changed Luas route day after Irish Examiner report

Officers of both clubs have asked to see maps showing the precise revised route, the Transport Infrastructure Ireland has declined to do so

Patrick Horgan: A setback like Sunday was almost necessary for Cork

<p>Gardaí said they were 'aware' of the planned protests and noted that should the convoys materialise, there will be “significant additional traffic, including slow-moving vehicles, on the main arteries leading to Dublin” from 8am. File picture</p>

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Hauliers distance themselves from protest over fuel prices as gardaí unsure if action will go ahead

100 years on... remarkable story of the Irish woman who plotted to kill Mussolini

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100 years on... remarkable story of the Irish woman who plotted to kill Mussolini

More than 2,500 drivers caught using agricultural green diesel in domestic vehicles

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More than 2,500 drivers caught using agricultural green diesel in domestic vehicles

New Taoiseach appointed

companies

Michael Healy-Rae's property firm receives €1.33m for accommodating Ukrainians

Maguire's hat-trick heroics help City roar back to dramatically beat Kerry

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Maguire's hat-trick heroics help City roar back to dramatically beat Kerry

President Connolly pays tribute after death of Irish language poet Gabriel Rosenstock, 76

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President Connolly pays tribute after death of Irish language poet Gabriel Rosenstock, 76

'The sums don’t stack up any more': Cork City bar to close after 11 years

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'The sums don’t stack up any more': Cork City bar to close after 11 years

News

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Drugs a 'social justice' issue, not just a health one, families tell officials

Family Addiction Recovery Ireland (FARI) said the national drugs strategy does not recognise the 'chronic underinvestment' in family support and community drug projects

Former ceann comhairle Seán Barrett dies aged 81

Former ceann comhairle Seán Barrett dies aged 81

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Court 'poor box' pays out €1.5m to charities in 2025

‘Real and escalating’ online danger to children as voluntary regulation falls short, teachers warn

‘Real and escalating’ online danger to children as voluntary regulation falls short, teachers warn

sport

Sligo Rovers v Derry City - SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division

Goal-shy Sligo stop the rot with Candystripes stalemate

James McClean back off the bench as Derry struggle again against a Rovers side that has failed to score in seven of its first 10 games

Adam McDonnell dejected after the match 6/4/2026

Bohs forced to settle for yet another draw as Waterford stand firm

McGlade's hat-trick helps Cobh hammer toothless Treaty for first home win

McGlade's hat-trick helps Cobh hammer toothless Treaty for first home win

Graham Burke celebrates scoring his sides third goal 6/4/2026

Burke rings up his century in style as Rovers come from behind to deny Shels

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Insight: Must Reads

Aaron Gillane with Seán O'Donoghue 5/4/2026

S Anthony Daly: Limerick hunger is back alright, but what were Cork at?

Limerick had all the big performers whereas most of Cork’s big names were anonymous, especially up front.

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Caitríona Redmond: The surprising ways Iran conflict could hit our pockets

Top 100 restaurants in Ireland ranked, showcasing best food, chefs and dining experiences

S Top 100 restaurants in Ireland ranked, showcasing best food, chefs and dining experiences

Roast leg of lamb with potatoes and rosemary on serving wooden board

Darina Allen: My recipes for a traditional Easter Sunday lunch — including roast lamb

Regular Columnists

S Terry Prone: Acceptability of a prank depends upon status of the victim, if there is one

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Gareth O'Callaghan: What if everything we thought we knew about Jesus was wrong?

Michael Clifford

S Mick Clifford: We moved on from Covid — but did we learn anything?

Shona Murray: Trump is using the war in Iran to break up with Europe

Lifestyle

Little boy holds a bar of chocolate in his hand

Life Hack: How to remove chocolate stains from clothes, carpets, and couches

When we crack open the eggs at Easter, a chocolate catastrophe is never far away... Denise O'Donoghue has some quick-fix solutions

'It was the first time I’d ever met a sexologist': Ben Reilly on art and Cork

'It was the first time I’d ever met a sexologist': Ben Reilly on art and Cork

'I’m feeling really good': Lisa McHugh shares health update after setback

'I’m feeling really good': Lisa McHugh shares health update after setback

Culture That Made Me: Katriona O’Sullivan, author of Poor, picks her touchstones

Culture That Made Me: Katriona O’Sullivan, author of Poor, picks her touchstones

Viewpoints

The reality behind Ireland’s anti-submarine warfare plans

The reality behind Ireland’s anti-submarine warfare plans

Advanced surveillance is a 24/7 operation, writes retired navy commander Tony Geraghty

Teacher pay and school funding on agenda of conferences

Teacher pay and school funding on agenda of conferences

President Trump state visit to UK

Enda Brady: Keir Starmer has set the clock running on Britain rejoining the European Union

Assessment of need reform will not fix wider crisis of accessing care and children will pay the price

Assessment of need reform will not fix wider crisis of accessing care and children will pay the price

Subscriber

Dalo's Hurling Show: Limerick win the battle but a leaguey Sunday ahead of real war

S Dalo's Hurling Show: Limerick win the battle but a leaguey Sunday ahead of real war

Anthony Daly, TJ Ryan and Mark Landers review the Allianz Hurling League finals.

Tempers flare during the game between Kyle Hayes and Damien Cahalane 5/4/2026

S Kieran Shannon: Don't take for granted how glorious Gillane adorns finals

Terry Prone: Acceptability of a prank depends upon status of the victim, if there is one

S Terry Prone: Acceptability of a prank depends upon status of the victim, if there is one

Fiona Tierney takes over as new chair of the Pensions Authority

S Fiona Tierney takes over as new chair of the Pensions Authority

LISTEN NOW

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: The lonely death of Jamie Weldon

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: The lonely death of Jamie Weldon

The inquest into Waterford man Jamie Weldon's death concluded last week with a verdict of suicide, but his family still have questions

Dalo's Hurling Show: Dalo and TJ jump the fence at the Munster Championship launch

S Dalo's Hurling Show: Dalo and TJ jump the fence at the Munster Championship launch

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Was IRA informer John Corcoran sacrificed? Former Special Branch handler breaks silence

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Was IRA informer John Corcoran sacrificed? Former Special Branch handler breaks silence

Episode 2: Arena with Maurice Brosnan - Ruby Walsh on the art of punditry

Episode 2: Arena with Maurice Brosnan - Ruby Walsh on the art of punditry

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Watch: Passage West Baptist Church prepare 3,000 Easter eggs for the 11th annual children’s egg hunt

Watch: Passage West Baptist Church prepare 3,000 Easter eggs for the 11th annual children’s egg hunt

Watch as volunteers at Passage West Baptist Church prepare 3,000 Easter eggs for the 11th annual children’s fun run.

Watch: Lelia Doolan's Walk for Peace

Watch: Lelia Doolan's Walk for Peace

CUBA-US-ENERGY-SANCTIONS

Watch: Trump signals easing of Cuba oil blockade as Russian tanker nears

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AMINAM HEALTH BLUETONGUE DISEASE SHEEP

Farmers call for more support for bluetongue vaccines under beef scheme

The ICSA said the Department of Agriculture forcing suckler farmers to choose between vaccination against bluetongue or other core health actions comes during a critical time

Bord Bia

Bord Bia to establish new farmer forum

Holstein cows eating hay in a modern dairy barn with ventilation fans.

Survey finds 70% of farmers returned cattle to sheds during March

Trio of March auctions sees 300a of Limerick land sold

Trio of March auctions sees 300a of Limerick land sold

Property

Coastal commutability at €365k Aghada home

Coastal commutability at €365k Aghada home

Sea views or a sun terrace? Why choose when you've got both at this Siddon's Court home

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen and Living Room Interior Design

Kieran McCarthy: Why 'open plan fatigue' is real — and how to design intrigue back into your home

A gem in Blackrock's Menloe Gardens for €750,000

A gem in Blackrock's Menloe Gardens for €750,000

Acme Blinds owner's €850k Crosshaven home overlooking Cork Harbour comes to market

Acme Blinds owner's €850k Crosshaven home overlooking Cork Harbour comes to market

World

UN Sudan Genocide

Surgeon killed during operation after drone hits hospital in Sudan

Hospitals in Sudan have been repeatedly targeted during the conflict, which is in its fourth year after fighting erupted in April 2023

Iran War

Israel hits Iranian petrochemical plant as Trump deadline approaches

Iran War

Israel attacks plant at Iranian gas field despite ceasefire proposal

North Korea Kim's Daughter

North Korean leader’s teenage daughter ‘can be viewed as his heir’

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Where to go for 2026: the best holidays by season

Where to go for 2026: the best holidays by season

An Oroko guide on where to travel this year, designed around season, pace and the experience to make it flow

Groundbreaking short-form learning project graduates to mainstream

Groundbreaking short-form learning project graduates to mainstream

10 minutes with Shannon O’Sullivan of Corlann

10 minutes with Shannon O’Sullivan of Corlann

10 minutes with Jason Cooke of Cheshire Ireland

10 minutes with Jason Cooke of Cheshire Ireland

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