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Voters punish Trump as Democrats win control of US Congress in ‘blue wave’

Democrats flip Senate seats in Michigan, Texas, Iowa, Kansas, North Carolina, South Carolina and Ohio; voters reject Trump’s agenda in ‘blue wave’

<p>Fórsa General Secretary Kevin Callinan said another one-day nationwide strike was unlikely after next week, and that various sectoral actions were under consideration. Picture: Don Moloney</p>

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Public sector staff could be part of weeks-long rolling strike action

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Damien Cahalane set to miss out on Cork’s 2027 hurling panel

West Cork couple tie the knot in American TV surprise: 'I kept the secret for months'

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West Cork couple tie the knot in American TV surprise: 'I kept the secret for months'

12/3/2018 Gardai Checkpoints

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Decision not to prosecute garda over imported gun parts shows little has changed within the force

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My father died without a will — what happens to the farm?

New Zealand v Ireland - Nations Championship

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Qatar pulls out of hosting rugby's 2028 Nations Championship and axes sponsorship

What act is about to be announced for Páirc Uí Chaoimh and other Irish stadiums?

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What act is about to be announced for Páirc Uí Chaoimh and other Irish stadiums?

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Man, 30s, taken to hospital after alleged assault in Limerick

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Road safety and pedestrian improvements planned for West Cork village

Road safety and pedestrian improvements planned for West Cork village

Councillors heard lack of safe pedestrian access in Crossbarry remained a significant concern

Major disruption expected amid largest-ever policing operation for EU meetings

Major disruption expected amid largest-ever policing operation for EU meetings

Expression of interest sought for development of student accommodation at MTU Cork

Expression of interest sought for development of student accommodation at MTU Cork

Cork traffic and weather: Conditions set to remain mild and dry for rest of week

Cork traffic and weather: Conditions set to remain mild and dry for rest of week

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Wexford v Sligo - Allianz Football League Roinn 3

Experimental football rules could be revised, management teams take shape

Ryan McMenamin's addition to Sligo's football management team has been confirmed, while reports suggest former Dublin manager Pat Gilroy has been added to the Armagh backroom team.

Ringmahon Rangers' FAI Cup ban reduced to three years following arbitration hearing

Ringmahon Rangers' FAI Cup ban reduced to three years following arbitration hearing

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Rory McIlroy: LIV Golf 'wanted to destroy the European Tour'

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West Ham turn to Scott Parker to boost bid for a swift Premier League return

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Democratic Candidates Abdul El-Sayed And Jocelyn Benson Hold Midterm Election Night Event In Michigan

Democrats’ blue wave and a bad night for Trump: Key US midterms takeaways

Republicans suffer historic losses, Democrats win control of Congress – and Trump backs away from losing candidates

What John B Keane talent will pen the Letters of a West Cork Auctioneer for the late Charlie McCarthy?

What John B Keane talent will pen the Letters of a West Cork Auctioneer for the late Charlie McCarthy?

100 best places to stay 2026: Our guide to Ireland's best hotels

S 100 best places to stay 2026: Our guide to Ireland's best hotels

Davy Fitzgerald: The man who always said yes is finally making room for himself

Davy Fitzgerald: The man who always said yes is finally making room for himself

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Sarah Harte: Critical thinking is alive and well — even if we spend too much time on our phones

S Fergus Finlay: Is it time for Trump's broken promises to come home to roost?

S Terry Prone: My pal's stint as a private eye didn’t last long

Michael Clifford

Mick Clifford: Trump promised to put Americans first. So why are voters still struggling with inflation?

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Celebrity hairstylist John Frieda dies aged 75

Frieda’s stepdaughter, Asia Agnelli Lagrange, also confirmed his death on social media.

Watch: Fiona Shaw and Pierce Brosnan throw lavish Christmas party for Burberry campaign

Watch: Fiona Shaw and Pierce Brosnan throw lavish Christmas party for Burberry campaign

Seeing a Corcadorca play at age 11 led me to pursue a career in theatre

Seeing a Corcadorca play at age 11 led me to pursue a career in theatre

Hector hits South America and 'beautiful' Bolivia steals his heart

Hector hits South America and 'beautiful' Bolivia steals his heart

Viewpoints

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Does the profit justify the suffering? The case for changing the live transport of animals

Ireland must use its presidency to champion stronger, science-based animal transport legislation, including shorter journeys, effective temperature limits, adequate space, improved protection for vulnerable animals

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Suzanne Crowe: A decade on, we must learn lessons from Sláintecare

An empty refrigerator at a SuperValu supermarket in Dublin

A SuperValu fridge is an odd target for a cyberattack — but it is a warning to everyone

Engineering man showing blueprint detail for people buying house.

Ireland has the weakest short-term letting rules in Europe

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Monkstown three-bed home for €349,500

Monkstown three-bed home for €349,500

This terraced house was built in 1850

Bay windows for harbour views in €440k Monkstown home

Bay windows for harbour views in €440k Monkstown home

Fresh plans lodged for apartment development in Cork suburb

Planning granted for Ballincollig apartments after lengthy legal battle

City centre charm and potential at €295k Lower Glanmire Rd house

City centre charm and potential at €295k Lower Glanmire Rd house

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Republic of Ireland v Israel - UEFA Nations League B

S John Fallon: Cloud of Israel matches still lingers over Hallgrimsson's Ireland

Any desire Heimir Hallgrímsson harboured to leave behind the fraught scenes and words attached to the pair of matches against Israel has been dismantled by the continuance of legacy investigations.

Union Bordeaux Begles Captain's Run

S Donal Lenihan: Leinster's brave McNamara appointment has echoes of Joe Schmidt

Teenage starlets: Team-by-team guide to Munster Colleges Dr Harty Cup

S Teenage starlets: Team-by-team guide to Munster Colleges Dr Harty Cup

The Gaelic Football Show: picking our team to beat the All-Stars

S The Gaelic Football Show: picking our team to beat the All-Stars

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'A soiled child': Maureen Sullivan's traumatic childhood in the Magdalene laundries

'A soiled child': Maureen Sullivan's traumatic childhood in the Magdalene laundries

Maureen Sullivan, who entered a Magdalene Laundry at the age of 12, is today's guest on The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast

The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Patrick Bresnihan discusses Ireland’s data centre boom

The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Patrick Bresnihan discusses Ireland’s data centre boom

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Are threats from the far right overstated in Irish public life?

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Are threats from the far right overstated in Irish public life?

Arena with Maurice Brosnan: Reflecting on how the 2026 All-Stars were selected

Arena with Maurice Brosnan: Reflecting on how the 2026 All-Stars were selected

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Close-up of the eye of a Negra Avileña cow exposed to the public.

Bluetongue detected in 15 counties as case numbers grow

Bluetongue cases have spiked to 81 across 15 counties, according to the Department of Agriculture's latest figures, with some cases displaying clinical signs

Farm crop chemical boom sprayer in field

Crop protection rules could widen Europe’s farming gap

Young NZ Dairy Farmer with Calves

Conference highlights wellbeing and workforce issues in farming

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Farm View: Increasingly digitised farming means more cyber threats

World

Puente Appears Before Parliament To Explain How The Urda Accident Was Handled

Spain's transport minister resigns following deadly train crash

The October 28 train crash killed 69 people near the town of Urda in central Spain

Michigan Residents Cast Ballots With Control Of House, Senate At Stake

Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race to become first Muslim US senator

Election 2026 Texas Senate

James Talarico wins Texas Senate race in historic victory for Democrats

Kellogg Will Split Into Three Companies To Promote Growth

Kellogg’s removes whole rice from Rice Krispies and Coco Pops amid ‘changing weather’

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