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Rural Ireland Thinks: Majority think Government has neglected rural pubs and way of life

The Vintner’s Federation said Ireland should look to EU compatriots like France, which offers grants of up to €80,000 to keep pubs, shops and cafés in the countryside

<p>The M7 near Naas, in Co Kildare. File picture: Niall Carson/PA Wire</p>

court and crime

Man arrested on Kildare motorway told gardaí he was walking to Cork, court hears

<p>Athenry's Cillian Hirst with newly minted Amgen Irish Open champion Shane Lowry at Doonbeg.</p>

golf

Nine lives: how Ireland's newest golf world champion stole Lowry's Doonbeg thunder

Traitors Ireland episode nine recap: 'I hate to do this to another rebel'

culture

Traitors Ireland episode nine recap: 'I hate to do this to another rebel'

Head is swimming on dance floor

economy

Club and late bar scene shows continued decline, as sector feels costs pressure

Irish musicians quit Ed Sheeran tour after Macklemore removed over Gaza comments

culture

Irish musicians quit Ed Sheeran tour after Macklemore removed over Gaza comments

Craig Casey leaves the field 4/4/2026

rugby

Munster told to show more fight if they want to be contenders

Fair City's George McMahon: Keith Duffy was our wedding celebrant — he took the job seriously

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Fair City's George McMahon: Keith Duffy was our wedding celebrant — he took the job seriously

Cork traffic and weather: Areas of city experiencing congestion as overcast conditions to linger

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Cork traffic and weather: Areas of city experiencing congestion as overcast conditions to linger

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National Ploughing Championships 2026

Catherine Connolly speaks of 'strong ties’ with Scotland as visit gets under way

During her time in Scotland Ms Connolly will also receive an honorary fellowship from the Royal Society of Edinburgh,.

Symbol of law and justice in the empty courtroom

Bar Council 'extremely concerned' legal aid dispute remains unresolved

The Carmore team warm-up 26/1/2020

Rural Ireland Thinks: Women in rural Ireland more likely to feel disadvantaged than men

Girl using her smart phone sitting on couch

Rural Ireland Thinks: Social media restrictions on under 16s supported by vast majority

sport

Cork v Tipperary - GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Final

The ins and outs: Munster hurling backroom teams take shape for 2027

Tipperary have joined Cork and Waterford in revamping their sideline teams for 2027 while some questions remain over the Limerick and Clare set-ups

Ciaran O'Sullivan 17/1/2026

O'Sullivan eager to blood young talent as Ballincollig gear up for new Super League season

A competitor decides which ball to use 5/8/2000

Murphy seals Mick Barry Cup and place in King of the Roads semi-final

Carolina Panthers v Buffalo Bills

In Buffalo and beyond, NFL players find grass to be the better choice over artificial turf

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Insight: Must Reads

Tommy Barker: I'm back in love with Cork's urban core — What are your favourite city sights?

Tommy Barker: I'm back in love with Cork's urban core — What are your favourite city sights?

The gritty city seems to have reached a turning point given a raft of improvements and investments

Yotam Ottolenghi: 'I don’t think food should be used as a tool of war'

Yotam Ottolenghi: 'I don’t think food should be used as a tool of war'

Meet the new generation of farmers adapting to an evolving world: 'It’s a very different way of farming'

Meet the new generation of farmers adapting to an evolving world: 'It’s a very different way of farming'

‘This looks interesting’: The Google search that led to Killarney Brewing's €5.5m rescue

S ‘This looks interesting’: The Google search that led to Killarney Brewing's €5.5m rescue

Regular Columnists

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Sarah Harte: Is the urban/rural divide as straightforward as we think?

S Fergus Finlay: Michael O'Leary would prefer to be part of the problem, not the solution

Terry Prone: Trump not as unique in presidential awfulness as we might assume

Clodagh Finn: Deirdre Kelly, the environmental campaigner who inspired a generation

Lifestyle

Fibre or protein - which is more important?

Fibre or protein: What is the difference – and which is more important for your health?

We spoke with experts about the difference in both and their benefits.

Denise Chaila: The Limerick rapper on racism, breast reduction, and getting back in the music game

Denise Chaila: The Limerick rapper on racism, breast reduction, and getting back in the music game

Sad kid on the playground

Colman Noctor: Act of kindness can help a child who finds it difficult to make friends

Smiley parent and child

The Japanese way of raising happy, self-sufficient children

September Reset

Japanese walking method: The benefits of this interval fitness trend

What is the Japanese walking method and what are its health benefits?

Here is everything you need to know to get started…

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Ten science-backed ways to beat the autumn energy slump

Week 2 — Why core stability is such an important part of your Pilates workout

Week 2 — Why core stability is such an important part of your Pilates workout

Week 1 — A short and simple Pilates workout to bring exercise into a busy routine

Week 1 — A short and simple Pilates workout to bring exercise into a busy routine

Viewpoints

Rural Ireland Thinks: Just over half of people in rural Ireland consider themselves religious

Rural Ireland Thinks: Just over half of people in rural Ireland consider themselves religious

Just over a third of respondents to the Irish Examiner/Ipsos B&A poll said they attended Mass weekly

Displacement-Shelter-Gaza-Islamic-University

Ireland willingly allowed me to study here — I'm asking for the same for other Gazan students

Russian military exercises off coast of Ireland

Neutrality is not a shield: Ireland is not ready for the next spy

Social Democrats think-in

Louise Burne: Social Democrats cannot hide Eoin Hayes for the next three years

Property

The spare room in my tiny house is my office, guest room, music studio and hobby space

The spare room in my tiny house is my office, guest room, music studio and hobby space

Here's how I used clever design to make it function well and how you too can ensure your living space is all set for work, rest and play

€295k Garryvoe cottage on one acre

€295k Garryvoe cottage on one acre

First time buyers in the mix for well-connected €540k four-bed in Kerry Pike

First time buyers in the mix for well-connected €540k four-bed in Kerry Pike

Dungarvan quayside development granted permission for 35 apartments

Dungarvan quayside development granted permission for 35 apartments

Subscriber

Republic of Ireland v Moldova - UEFA European U21 Championship Qualifier

S John Fallon: The grim reality of the lack of Irish underage games on home soil

Irish culture is conditioned to supporting our own, but be that family or friends, it entails jumping aboard a plane.

The Replay: Cork boss John Cleary joins Seánie McGrath and Maurice Brosnan to recap the weekend's club GAA action

S The Replay: Cork boss John Cleary joins Seánie McGrath and Maurice Brosnan to recap the weekend's club GAA action

Tom Parsons 19/2/2026

S John Fogarty: Male GAA players will have to sacrifice for integration

Ryanair AGM

S Fergus Finlay: Michael O'Leary would prefer to be part of the problem, not the solution

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‘I was invincible’: Finbarr Fogarty on addiction, recovery and a life-changing crash

‘I was invincible’: Finbarr Fogarty on addiction, recovery and a life-changing crash

Finbarr Fogarty reflects on addiction, recovery and the adults he says failed to intervene as he and his friends spiralled

The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: The lasting impact of 9/11 on the people of New York

The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: The lasting impact of 9/11 on the people of New York

The Mick Clifford Podcast: What kind of welcome will Donald Trump receive?

The Mick Clifford Podcast: What kind of welcome will Donald Trump receive?

The Gaelic Football Show: Spinning the managerial merrygoround, new rules, and stalling integration

S The Gaelic Football Show: Spinning the managerial merrygoround, new rules, and stalling integration

farming

National Dairy Awards open for entries

National Dairy Awards open for entries

Now in their fourth year, the awards recognise excellence, innovation and leadership across Ireland’s dairy industry

Solar panels on barn roof

Farmers and stakeholders asked for views on TAMS

The Ploughing lifts the gloom for farmers as thousands throng championships

The Ploughing lifts the gloom for farmers as thousands throng championships

Irish Ploughing team sees success on the global stage

Irish Ploughing team sees success on the global stage

World

France EU State of Union

EU opens door for Canada to become its first associate member, von der Leyen says

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney said earlier this week Canada was seeking a "unique alliance" with the EU but not membership.

Israel Palestinians Gaza

Children among at least 12 killed as damaged building collapses in Gaza City

Helicopter Crash Los Angeles

Three killed as news helicopter crashes in Los Angeles

Carney visits Europe to seek closer ties amid worsening trade war with Trump

Carney visits Europe to seek closer ties amid worsening trade war with Trump

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How Tesco’s Community Fund is helping to keep a vital search and rescue team afloat

‘We’ve had quite a few rescues thankfully. We’ve recovered lost people, stranded boats and animals as well, and we evacuate people during flooding incidents,’ says Diarmuid Moriarty, chairman of Limerick Marine Search and Rescue

Tackling lameness in dairy cows

Tackling lameness in dairy cows

When it comes to supporting education for children with special needs, every little helps a lot

When it comes to supporting education for children with special needs, every little helps a lot

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