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news

Aer Lingus diversion and Cork Airport threat linked to Europe-wide security alerts

Cork Airport confirmed an anonymous threat linked to a specific flight as authorities across Europe investigated bomb alerts

<p>Country music star Garth Brooks returns to Ireland in 2027</p>

culture

Garth Brooks Irish tour FAQ: How much are tickets and when do they go on sale?

<p>Bishop of Cloyne William Crean will reach the Church's mandatory retirement age of 75 in December. Picture: David Keane</p>

munster

Cloyne diocese likely to merge with Cork and Ross under single bishop

Frustated mature couple sulking after dispute on their bed

people

Bernard O'Shea: A frustrated middle-aged wife writes... and I respond

30 kilometers per hour speed limit sign

munster

Traffic-calming scheme for West Cork village moves step closer

DENIS SCANNELL

companies

Whitegate owners considering the sale of Ireland's only refinery

Cristiano Ronaldo file photo

soccer

Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international football

Sally Foran: I can't recommend this celebrity-loved lymphatic drainage treatment enough

fashion and beauty

Sally Foran: I can't recommend this celebrity-loved lymphatic drainage treatment enough

Cork train stations at Blarney and Water Rock to be fast-tracked with €27m funding

munster

Cork train stations at Blarney and Water Rock to be fast-tracked with €27m funding

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News

National rallies planned around Ireland next Thursday if no pay deal agreed

National rallies planned around Ireland next Thursday if no pay deal agreed

Strikes planned for Dublin, Cork City, Limerick City, Waterford City, Galway City, Tullamore, Sligo Town, and Letterkenny

Cork councillors to invite OPW minister to Youghal to explain why flood works have not started

Cork councillors to invite OPW minister to Youghal to explain why flood works have not started

Safety concerns over narrow footpath in West Cork village used by CoAction clients

Safety concerns over narrow footpath in West Cork village used by CoAction clients

Ireland among 15 European countries to take part in protests against 'dirty data centres'

Ireland among 15 European countries to take part in protests against 'dirty data centres'

Video Shorts

sport

Republic of Ireland v Qatar - International Friendly

Owen Elding gets under-21 call as Jim Crawford names squad for Euro play-offs against Finland

Matteo Egan is also named in an Under-21 squad for the first time with the teenager having established himself as part of the first team at Italian club Empoli.

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Seamus Coleman to have 'hybrid' role in latest Ireland squad

Scotland v France - Guinness Six Nations 2026

Dupont partners Ntamack as Galthie names team to face Fiji

Leeds United v Brentford - Premier League - Elland Road

Collins returns as Hallgrimsson names Republic of Ireland squad for Austria and Kosovo fixtures

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Insight: Must Reads

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

Excellence in Irish hospitality comes in many forms. From noteworthy newcomers to family favourites, seaside specials and historic treasures, Jillian Bolger and Thom Breathnach select the finest hotels and hideaways to book right now

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

12/3/2018 Gardai Checkpoints

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

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?

Regular Columnists

Michael Moynihan

Michael Moynihan: Stewing in Cork City traffic leaves me longing for a ferry service

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Sarah Harte: Today's youth are doomscrolling — but all generations are guilty of it

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

Lifestyle

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Rail renaissance: Drive to get freight service back on track

With a growing population, traffic-clogged roads, and a need to reduce transport emissions, a fresh train of thought is necessary when it comes to moving goods

British Summer Time festival - London

Bob Dylan presents Pope with copy of autobiography during meeting at Vatican

Sir Elton John teams up with Irish star CMAT

Elton John teams up with CMAT for new version of Step Into Christmas

Revealed: Garth Brooks announces 10 Irish stadium dates — including Páirc Uí Chaoimh in Cork

Revealed: Garth Brooks announces 10 Irish stadium dates — including Páirc Uí Chaoimh in Cork

Viewpoints

With war ongoing, Ukrainians can't go home — so why have we withdrawn our support?

With war ongoing, Ukrainians can't go home — so why have we withdrawn our support?

The war is more dangerous than ever for Ukrainian civilians who fled Putin's invasion. They can't go home — so why have we withdrawn our support, asks Kate Durrant

From Tralee to Limerick and all over Ireland, we are barred from the countryside

From Tralee to Limerick and all over Ireland, we are barred from the countryside

Oireachtas Media Committee

5 things we learned from RTÉ's latest grilling at the Oireachtas

New Hampshire Residents Cast Ballots With Control Of House, Senate At Stake

Elaine Loughlin on the US midterms: Democrats have broken the mould. Now they must follow through

Property

Tripadvisor favourite in pretty Ardmore on sale for €1.5m

Tripadvisor favourite in pretty Ardmore on sale for €1.5m

The Round Tower Hotel in picturesque Ardmore is a compelling coastal investment opportunity

High-profile city centre location with potential has €395k guide price

Plans unveiled for major new retail development at Cork's Ballyvolane

Plans unveiled for major new retail development at Cork's Ballyvolane

Jennifer Sheahan: Why your house is messy and how to tidy it easily

Jennifer Sheahan: Why your house is messy and how to tidy it easily

Subscriber

Dalo's Hurling Show: Last of the counties and are managers retiring oul fellas too young?

S Dalo's Hurling Show: Last of the counties and are managers retiring oul fellas too young?

Anthony Daly, TJ Ryan and Mark Landers review the week's hurling.

Watch and read: Cashel CS hold off late Thurles CBS fightback to seal dramatic win

S Watch and read: Cashel CS hold off late Thurles CBS fightback to seal dramatic win

Watch and read: Midleton CBS keep Harty Cup hopes alive with Ardscoil Rís draw

S Watch and read: Midleton CBS keep Harty Cup hopes alive with Ardscoil Rís draw

Watch and read: DLS Waterford bag key Harty Cup win, but Tralee CBS push them to the end

S Watch and read: DLS Waterford bag key Harty Cup win, but Tralee CBS push them to the end

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

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

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?

farming

Bull portrait on the ranch

Cattle found dead following animal welfare operation in Clare

The cattle were said to be in poor condition with some found dead following the enforcement operation conducted by the department.

Close-up of many crumpled receipts from stores. The concept of shopping and purchases

Denis Lehane: Yearly tax assessment for the self-employed spookier than Halloween

'You don't need massive changes': Ros Cré students' sustainable beef message

'You don't need massive changes': Ros Cré students' sustainable beef message

Sheep pen

Lamb prices hold as finishers await seasonal lift

World

Finland Undersea Cable Damage

Russian captain found guilty by Finnish court of damaging Baltic cables

A Finnish court has convicted the captain and another crew member of a cargo ship of damaging undersea telecommunications cables in the Baltic Sea last year.

APTOPIX Pentagon US Iran

Trump says Hegseth doing 'a very good job' as questions swirl about his future

Democrats eye historic upset in Mississippi Senate race as Republican blame game begins

Democrats eye historic upset in Mississippi Senate race as Republican blame game begins

European far right distances itself from Trump, blaming Iran war for Republicans' defeat

European far right distances itself from Trump, blaming Iran war for Republicans' defeat

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How Tesco is helping to keep the west’s motorcycle medical service safely on the road

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How Tesco is helping build friendship, purpose and community under one Men’s Shed roof

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