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E-scooters are being ‘treated like toys, when they’re actually dangerous weapons’

Residents, councillors and campaigners say stronger garda resources are essential if new e-scooter laws are to improve public safety.

<p>UL Student Life formerly operated as the University of Limerick Students’ Union but rebranded in 2018. File picture</p>

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University of Limerick ordered emergency audit after Student Life sought levy extension

<p>Johnny Ward, Sean Villenueva-O'Driscoll, Eoin Keith, Joan Mulloy, and Elaine Burrows Dillane share their adventures</p>

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Irish daredevils: Meet five athletes pushing boundaries and conquering the world

Kobe McDonald 11/7/2026

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'Scholarship material for the States': Mayo star Kobe McDonald's basketball education

RONAN HESSION

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Irish authors on what it's really like to have their books turned into TV shows

‘This is how I make my money’: The illegal gambling app funding Irish pranksters

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‘This is how I make my money’: The illegal gambling app funding Irish pranksters

Mayo v Louth - GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Semi-Final

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Éamonn Fitzmaurice: Make All-Ireland final chaotic Mayo. Early and often

‘I thought they were dolls’: Pat says he saw babies’ bodies in Bessborough grave in the 1940s

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‘I thought they were dolls’: Pat says he saw babies’ bodies in Bessborough grave in the 1940s

My Life with Claire Stack: Our vintage clothing always fascinates people

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My Life with Claire Stack: Our vintage clothing always fascinates people

News

A selection of images chosen by the Irish Examiner picture desk

A selection of images chosen by the Irish Examiner picture desk

The Photographs of the Week as selected by our Visual Media team. 25/07/2026

'Every bone has a story': Meet the women behind the Tuam excavation

'Every bone has a story': Meet the women behind the Tuam excavation

Whistleblower claims Tusla staff not doing proper checks unaccompanied minors being met by family members

Whistleblower claims Tusla staff not doing proper checks unaccompanied minors being met by family members

Meet the Irish man who works in -60C temperatures to restore ice to the Arctic

Meet the Irish man who works in -60C temperatures to restore ice to the Arctic

sport

123.ie National Outdoor Senior Championships - Day 2

Cathal Doyle ready for another 'dog fight' with rival Coscoran in drive for five

The 28-year-old has won the last four men’s 1500m titles at the 123.ie National Track and Field Championships.

Believed can hit right notes in battle with Amadeus Mozart at Gowran

Believed can hit right notes in battle with Amadeus Mozart at Gowran

Mayo v Louth - GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Semi-Final

All-Ireland SFC final preview: Kerry can crack the Mayo malware code

Sorcha McCartan 21/7/2026

'Like taking five or six Limerick hurling starters out' but new leaders emerging for Cork camogie says McCartan

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Insight: Must Reads

I was struggling to conceive, and was always tired — I had an underactive thyroid

I was struggling to conceive, and was always tired — I had an underactive thyroid

Thyroid disorders can easily go undiagnosed, with symptoms such as fatigue, low mood and weight gain often attributed to other health issues. It took mother-of-three Michelle Audley years to learn that her underactive thyroid was hindering her ability to conceive

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Darina Allen: The secret to perfect homemade chips — with recipes

I got a blood test to learn how much microplastics are in my body — and how it could affect my fertility

I got a blood test to learn how much microplastics are in my body — and how it could affect my fertility

Gut brain connection. Interaction, cooperation and health effects from emotions and thoughts to stomach digestive system. Enteri

Why gut health is important and expert-approved steps we can take to improve it

Regular Columnists

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Colin Sheridan: Politics is like an old-fashioned Catholic marriage — we moan and then sign up for more

Clodagh Finn: Acts of defiance and solidarity are very uplifting but why do we still need them?

David O'Mahony: My daughter's confidence gives me hope for the future of women

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Jennifer Horgan: There are accidental assholes, and pure assholes. Which one are you?

Lifestyle

Kia K4 review: Can the new family hatchback take on the VW Golf?

Kia K4 review: Can the new family hatchback take on the VW Golf?

Kia's new K4 combines generous space, strong value and hybrid efficiency to revive the appeal of the traditional family hatchback

Fish boat vessel fishing in a rough sea

Uneasy sea-bedfellows: Oceans of conflict around fishing and conservation

Evening on Djemaa El Fna Square with Koutoubia Mosque, Marrakech, Morocco

A bohemian bolthole with Moroccan magic in old Marrakesh

Departure lounge: Fly to Majorca direct from Cork

Departure lounge: Fly to Majorca direct from Cork

Viewpoints

Labour leadership

Changing faces: Maintaining Ireland's relationship with Britain's prime minister

Andy Burnham's election represents the sixth prime minister with which relations have to be forged in the last decade

Maria Crowe: A week in my life searching for public toilets

Maria Crowe: A week in my life searching for public toilets

Kevin Keegan and Henry Cooper advertising Faberge Brut product

Kevin Keegan — the footballer who invented the personal brand

Shona Murray: The EU has imposed sanctions on Russia, yet they fail to do so on Israel

Shona Murray: The EU has imposed sanctions on Russia, yet they fail to do so on Israel

Property

Light, privacy, and modern design at A rated Douglas home

Light, privacy, and modern design at A rated Douglas home

Finding a home in a quiet, six-house cul-de-sac is rare — so an A2-rated detached four-bed in one is a real treasure

€540k Bandon five-bed combines town proximity with green living

€540k Bandon five-bed combines town proximity with green living

Des O'Sullivan: Quality is the currency that counts in the international art boom

Des O'Sullivan: Quality is the currency that counts in the international art boom

Bayeux Tapestry conquers audiences as the hottest show in London

Bayeux Tapestry conquers audiences as the hottest show in London

Subscriber

Clare v Kerry - McGrath Cup

S Christy O'Connor: The Kerry jersey is weighted mercilessly against history

Kerry players keenly appreciate that the context of greatness is subjective in their county.

Andy Moran 13/7/2026

S James Horan: Kerry trust their identity because history has consistently rewarded it. Mayo’s belief comes from something newer

Restaurant review: Mongoose should be top of your list for great value dining

S Restaurant review: Mongoose should be top of your list for great value dining

An Gaeltacht v Caltra

S Liam Higgins' final Croke Park commentary for Radio Kerry was heroic

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Family courts and the in-camera rule: Lisa Ann Wilkinson discusses calls for greater transparency

Family courts and the in-camera rule: Lisa Ann Wilkinson discusses calls for greater transparency

Family law barrister discusses concerns that reporting restrictions can prevent survivors from speaking publicly about their experiences

Mick Clifford Podcast: John Ware on British intelligence, agent handling and the Troubles

Mick Clifford Podcast: John Ware on British intelligence, agent handling and the Troubles

Arena with Maurice Brosnan: Irish rivalries, the state of Irish athletics, and what's going on with Adeleke?

Arena with Maurice Brosnan: Irish rivalries, the state of Irish athletics, and what's going on with Adeleke?

The Gaelic Football Show: The All-Ireland final preview

S The Gaelic Football Show: The All-Ireland final preview

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Watch: Emergency services tackle major Cork gorse fire

Watch: Emergency services tackle major Cork gorse fire

Cork City Fire Brigade tackle a gorse fire at Glen Park, Ballyvolane, Cork City on Tuesday afternoon as the hot and dry spell continues.

Watch: A selection of photos from the final mass at St Augustine’s Church

Watch: A selection of photos from the final mass at St Augustine’s Church

Watch: Cúil Aodha water safety training at outdoor pool

Watch: Cúil Aodha water safety training at outdoor pool

farming

EESC president hosts EU commissioner on Offaly farm

EESC president hosts EU commissioner on Offaly farm

Séamus Boland showcased to Jessika Roswall how environmental stewardship and productive farming can work hand in hand

Harvest gets off to a strong start after weeks of hot weather

Harvest gets off to a strong start after weeks of hot weather

Horse stall with horses poking heads out

Department launches new equine herd profiles and census

Teagasc announce national conference celebrating women in agriculture

Teagasc announce national conference celebrating women in agriculture

World

ICC Prosecutor

ICC chief prosecutor removed from post over sexual misconduct claims – diplomats

Member state representatives of the International Criminal Court (ICC) have voted to remove the global tribunal’s chief prosecutor, nearly two years after sexual misconduct allegations against him first emerged, two diplomats have confirmed to The ...

Mideast Wars Gaza 1000 Days Explainer

Israeli military kills four Palestinians after settler killed in West Bank

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Singer Chris Brown pleads guilty to affray after bottle attack at Mayfair club

Russia Ukraine War Ireland

Zelensky holds talks with US firm to jointly produce Patriot air defence systems

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