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<p>Discussions on the cost of childcare dominated the leaders’ meeting in Government Buildings throughout Sunday.</p>

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Budget 2027: Proposed childcare package could save some parents €1,000 a year

The Irish Examiner understands that while negotiations are still ongoing, 'good progress was made' on childcare costs.

<p>Jayson Molumby of Republic of Ireland argues with Oscar Gloukh of Israel after the final whistle of the UEFA Nations League B match between the Republic of Ireland and Israel at TSC Arena in Bačka Topola, Serbia. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile</p>

soccer

Everyone lost something over the course of this Nations League window

<p>About €2.1bn (40%) of Ireland’s high-tech construction exports in 2024 were associated with the construction of data centres by Irish-owned companies.</p>

economy

Ireland built the data centre boom. Now Irish firms are taking it around the world

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culture

Cork artist Maitiú MacCárthaigh: 'I was not the 'right' son to go into farming'

Midleton v Glen Rovers - Cork County Senior Club Hurling Championship Semi-Final

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Watch and read: Mullins brace powers Glen Rovers into old-school Cork decider with the Barrs

Former Waterford Crystal workers still fighting for pension, 35 years on

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Former Waterford Crystal workers still fighting for pension, 35 years on

Republic of Ireland v Israel - UEFA Nations League B

soccer

Ireland held by Israel but another ugly incident overshadows Nations League clash

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health and wellbeing

Just a number? Here are the real causes of early ageing

Tributes to photographer Colin Keegan who died in Co Meath crash

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Tributes to photographer Colin Keegan who died in Co Meath crash

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Cork County Council to press Uisce Éireann on hold-up of Cobh and Whitechurch housing

Councillors Sheila O’Callaghan (Fianna Fáil) and Cathal Rasmussen (Labour) questioned the utility's inability to supply water to hundreds of planned homes in Whitechurch and Cobh respectively

Bereaved senator Gerard Craughwell calls for reform of power of attorney process

Bereaved senator Gerard Craughwell calls for reform of power of attorney process

Kinsale to welcome at least six cruise ships next year

Kinsale to welcome at least six cruise ships next year

Drumcree Orange Order parade

Kneecap arrive in Portadown to support Garvaghy Road residents

sport

Republic of Ireland v Israel - UEFA Nations League B

Heimir Hallgrímsson: It was difficult to motivate Ireland players against Israel

The Icelander admitted the game lacked a competitive edge, despite clear enmity between the sides.

Wales v Denmark - UEFA Nations League - League Phase - Group A4 - Cardiff City Stadium

Nations League: Hojlund penalty sees Denmark beat Wales, Zirkzee grabs Dutch winner

'Thank you, League of Ireland': Greg Bolger announces retirement

'Thank you, League of Ireland': Greg Bolger announces retirement

Four-goal Aghada reclaim Cork senior A crown

Four-goal Aghada reclaim Cork senior A crown

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Patrick Horgan book excerpt: People criticising Gary Keegan over 2025 final misread situation totally

This is an abridged extract from Patrick Horgan's autobiography, 'Hoggie', published by Gill Books and in shops from October 8th. It will be officially launched at Glen Rovers Hurling Club at 8pm the same evening

Irish Budget 2027

Mick Clifford: Budget 2027 is showing who matters in Ireland — and who is being left with the crumbs

Ireland’s carbon tax explained: What it costs motorists and households — and where €1.2bn goes

Ireland’s carbon tax explained: What it costs motorists and households — and where €1.2bn goes

The fuel protesters have the crowds. But do they have a political future?

Ireland’s fuel protest movement: Who are the three men behind the campaign?

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Lifestyle

Joe McNamee: Growing up, chicken was a treat for the wealthy

Joe McNamee: Growing up, chicken was a treat for the wealthy

If ever a foodstuff most clearly illustrates the humongous socio-economic changes in Ireland and the world over the last 40 or 50 years, it is chicken.

Culture That Made Me: Irish comedian Seán Burke selects his touchstones

Culture That Made Me: Irish comedian Seán Burke selects his touchstones

Former Vogue editor Alexandra Shulman: 'I didn’t worry that I didn’t know anything about fashion'

Former Vogue editor Alexandra Shulman: 'I didn’t worry that I didn’t know anything about fashion'

Darina Allen: Sophie Morris shares three homemade recipes from her new book

Darina Allen: Sophie Morris shares three homemade recipes from her new book

Viewpoints

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Ireland must continue to lead the way on overseas aid

It's a frightening time, with increased conflict and climate change and a huge drop in aid from the most developed countries. Ireland must continue to lead the way on aid

Patrick McDermott: The forgotten Irish missionary who helped build Catholicism in Nigeria

Patrick McDermott: The forgotten Irish missionary who helped build Catholicism in Nigeria

Drumcree Orange Order parade

Dolan O'Hagan: The long tail of history will show Ulster the way

Ireland's so-called 'rape shield' to protect victims from intrusive personal questions is not working

Ireland's so-called 'rape shield' to protect victims from intrusive personal questions is not working

Property

Semi-d prices on the ascent: Ballintemple four-bed hits market for €820k

Semi-d prices on the ascent: Ballintemple four-bed hits market for €820k

A-rated four-beds in Cork City’s Ballintemple have been making in the €800ks of late, says Tommy Barker

Private apartment convenience and coastal charm at Dungarvan's Harbour Bay

Private apartment convenience and coastal charm at Dungarvan's Harbour Bay

Pool at €975k Lodge in Blackrock a Coole option for hotter summers

Pool at €975k Lodge in Blackrock a Coole option for hotter summers

€800k scenic Kinsale harbour hotspot is a rebuild ready waterside wonder

€800k scenic Kinsale harbour hotspot is a rebuild ready waterside wonder

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Watch and read: An Ghaeltacht stun Templenoe with late extra-time goal

S Watch and read: An Ghaeltacht stun Templenoe with late extra-time goal

Brian Ó Beaglaoich created the winning goal by Cian MacGearailt and moments later pulled off a crucial block

Watch and read: Healy double and Dillon brilliance send North Kerry into quarter-finals

S Watch and read: Healy double and Dillon brilliance send North Kerry into quarter-finals

Watch and read: Twomey inspires late surge to send Barrs into Cork hurling final

S Watch and read: Twomey inspires late surge to send Barrs into Cork hurling final

Watch and read: Kerry ace O'Shea leads way for Kenmare Shamrocks

S Watch and read: Kerry ace O'Shea leads way for Kenmare Shamrocks

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S The Gaelic Football Show: Éamonn Fitzmaurice to Galway adds another bit of spice

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Arena with Maurice Brosnan: Why are we looking at more Gaelic football rule changes?

Paedophile hunters: Do vigilante groups help convict child sex offenders?

Paedophile hunters: Do vigilante groups help convict child sex offenders?

farming

55a Kildare farm fetches €1.06m at auction

55a Kildare farm fetches €1.06m at auction

With strong interest in advance of the auction, there was a large attendance on the day.

‘Intelligent’ camera monitors calving contractions

‘Intelligent’ camera monitors calving contractions

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Sweeter than ever

Agri-Food Regulator adds flavour to Blas na hÉireann awards

World

Norway Shooting

Two people killed after shooter opens fire on hunting party in Norway

Two people were killed and another seriously injured when a shooter opened fire on a hunting party in southern Norway, police said. The suspect was arrested at the scene and is not believed to be part of the hunting party, police said in a statement.

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