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<p>Limerick captain Cian Lynch lifts the Liam MacCarthy Cup. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile</p>

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Dominant Limerick reclaim All-Ireland title with final victory over Galway

The experienced Treaty outfit kicked on against the youthful Tribesmen in the second-half at GAA HQ.

<p>Ferran Torres scored the winning goal for Spain in the 106th minute against Argentina. Pic: PA Wire/PA Images</p>

soccer

Spain win World Cup as Argentina reign ends in shame

<p>KEY MOMENT: Galway's Ronan Glennon awaits a decision from Referee Colm Lyons. Pic: INPHO/Bryan Keane</p>

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Brian Gavin: Colm Lyons got most decisions right in game made easier by teams' gulf in class

Young woman struggling with mental breakdown.

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Sex File: My boyfriend prefers a run to staying in bed with me

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Teenage girl dies after Wexford crash

Man arrested after car drives into teenagers in Skerries

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Man arrested after car drives into teenagers in Skerries

Galway v Limerick - GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Final

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Limerick v Galway player ratings: Byrnes, Hegarty and Lynch star for champions

Majella Cullagh on playing Mother Abbess in The Sound of Music

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Majella Cullagh on playing Mother Abbess in The Sound of Music

Man dies at Love is a Stranger festival in Cork

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Man dies at Love is a Stranger festival in Cork

News

Ukrainian accommodation contracts to be phased out from October

Ukrainian accommodation contracts to be phased out from October

Refugees will be given a three-month notice period of termination of their accommodation, though ministers have been told this may not always be possible

'There is never a wrong time to do the right thing': Osgur Breatnach's long fight for justice

'There is never a wrong time to do the right thing': Osgur Breatnach's long fight for justice

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Failing to clean air fryers properly highlighted as a key hazard

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Government leaders to meet over future of e-scooters

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Jamison Gibson-Park with friends and family after the game 18/7/2026

Ireland must find plan B for Gibson-Park ahead of World Cup tilt

If the No 9 were to be injured, Andy Farrel's side would all but certainly be in a hole without him.

Aaron Gillane and manager John Kiely 19/7/2026

John Kiely on Limerick's identity: 'Whatever it takes, whatever they have to give, that’s what makes them special'

Watch: All-Ireland hurling final podcast - Limerick's shock and awe championship win

Watch: All-Ireland hurling final podcast - Limerick's shock and awe championship win

Galway v Limerick - GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Final

All-Ireland final day diary: News, notes and quotes

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

Darina Allen's Caesar Salad with Potato Crisps recipe reminds us how easy homemade chips can be

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

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Bill Kenneally and Waterford's open secret: The paedophile who ran rampant through the city

Bill Kenneally and Waterford's open secret: The paedophile who ran rampant through the city

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Terry Prone: It's time to kick the bucket list

Michael Clifford

S Mick Clifford: Defence Forces abuse allegations demand more than another tribunal

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Elaine Loughlin: Violence against women is about men, not migrants

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Colin Sheridan: Have scandals lost the power to end political careers?

Lifestyle

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I flew from Cork to Prague for a few days — here's why the city surprised me

Prague’s historic centre is a triumph, but it is modern Prague that most surprises Mary Corcoran

Hotel review: Colourful townhouse in the heart of Dingle is more than just base level

S Hotel review: Colourful townhouse in the heart of Dingle is more than just base level

Restaurant review: This Clonakilty deli's superb range of breads and pastries is a triumph

S Restaurant review: This Clonakilty deli's superb range of breads and pastries is a triumph

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Dear Dáithí: My teenage son wants to go to Greece for a post-Leaving Cert lads' holiday, and it worries me sick

Viewpoints

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Latin American women trafficked to Ireland for sex exploitation

Brazil is the most active country in human trafficking in Ireland and women are often providing sexual services within 24 hours of arrival

New ‘inclusive special’ classes aims to provide more flexibility to support students

New ‘inclusive special’ classes aims to provide more flexibility to support students

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AI can create better employment, although it may be a bumpy ride

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Property

West Cork seaside home, where Wally the Walrus made headlines, on sale for €675,000

West Cork seaside home, where Wally the Walrus made headlines, on sale for €675,000

Panoramic sea views, wildlife encounters and a famous walrus connection make this West Cork coastal home a truly unique offering

Five-bedroom Cork home transformed with modern renovation and high-end finishes

Five-bedroom Cork home transformed with modern renovation and high-end finishes

Aghada's Well House: Award-worthy East Cork home listed as owner launches luxury yacht business

Aghada's Well House: Award-worthy East Cork home listed as owner launches luxury yacht business

Revealed: Ireland's must-see art exhibitions this summer

Revealed: Ireland's must-see art exhibitions this summer

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Dalo's Hurling Show Live Part 2: How Limerick v Galway will be won and lost

S Dalo's Hurling Show Live Part 2: How Limerick v Galway will be won and lost

In the second part of the show, the lads get down to the nuts and bolts of how Sunday's final will be won. Do Galway have to change their system to cope with what Limerick bring?

Clare v Limerick - GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Semi-Final

S Patrick Horgan: Limerick present puzzles that can unravel the Galway system

Anthony Daly: Galway have asked every question — Limerick may still have all the answers

S Anthony Daly: Galway have asked every question — Limerick may still have all the answers

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S Mick Clifford: Defence Forces abuse allegations demand more than another tribunal

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The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Joanna Donnelly explains El Niño and Ireland's weather

The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Joanna Donnelly explains El Niño and Ireland's weather

The meteorologist discusses extreme weather, climate trends and the science behind El Niño in the latest podcast episode

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Football feast or sports washing with Colin Sheridan

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Football feast or sports washing with Colin Sheridan

Arena with Maurice Brosnan: England's cowardice, media rage, and a blockbuster final

Arena with Maurice Brosnan: England's cowardice, media rage, and a blockbuster final

Dalo's Hurling Show Live: All-Ireland preview part 1 - 'If only I was coached right...'

S Dalo's Hurling Show Live: All-Ireland preview part 1 - 'If only I was coached right...'

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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

A final mass took place at St Augustine’s Church on Washington Street on Sunday morning, with the Cork community marking the end of an era for a place that has been at the heart of city life for generations.

Watch: Cúil Aodha water safety training at outdoor pool

Watch: Cúil Aodha water safety training at outdoor pool

Watch: Final Mass at St Augustine’s Church

Watch: Final Mass at St Augustine’s Church

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Processors confirm June milk prices

Lakeland Dairies, Kinisla, Tirlán and Dairygold have all announced their June milk prices

Keogh's Farm founder joins Rory Best's 378km walk for children's cancer charity

Keogh's Farm founder joins Rory Best's 378km walk for children's cancer charity

Fields of Ireland

Long-term funding recommended to address climate change and biodiversity loss

Biomethane capital grants worth €19m to be issued

Biomethane capital grants worth €19m to be issued

World

Iran War Strait of Hormuz

Ship on fire in Strait of Hormuz according to British military

A ship caught fire early on Monday in the Strait of Hormuz near the coastline of Oman, the British military said.

Iran War

US announces another troop death as Israel warns Iran’s attacks are coming close

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Russian attacks kill six and expose gaps in Ukraine’s air defences

Iran War

Iran hits US allies as Israel warns missiles could land on its territory

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