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munster

Kerry murder mystery: Michael Gaine’s killing and the haunted life of suspect Michael Kelley

Six months after the murder of Kerry farmer Michael Gaine, questions remain over the investigation and the only suspect’s freedom

<p>Cork councillors heard that firefighters had also said they had never seen such poor water pressure. File photo</p>

munster

Firefighters forced to bring water tanker from Midleton during Carrigaline blaze due to poor pressure

<p>Marian Keyes and Stefanie Preissner with Patrick Kielty</p>

culture

Five 'Late Late Show' talking points, including a lot of love for Marian Keyes

Conor Murray 20/6/2025

S rugby

Conor Murray: from imposter syndrome at Munster to Ireland’s greatest scrum-half

Anthony Boyle on House of Guinness, growing up in Belfast, and what comes next

culture

Anthony Boyle on House of Guinness, growing up in Belfast, and what comes next

Kilroan House: Victorian estate with 13 acres and maritime history for €1.5m in Glanmire

residential

Kilroan House: Victorian estate with 13 acres and maritime history for €1.5m in Glanmire

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SChristy O'Connor: How many GAA Mourinhos profit after modest playing careers?

My Life with Carl McAuliffe: I operate on lions and other animals in Fota

people

My Life with Carl McAuliffe: I operate on lions and other animals in Fota

Bras, prayers and pilgrimages: Devotion to Derry nun tipped for sainthood grows

spotlight

Bras, prayers and pilgrimages: Devotion to Derry nun tipped for sainthood grows

Regular Columnists

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Colin Sheridan: Sometimes the simplest messages are the most difficult to deliver

Michael Clifford

S Mick Clifford: Government pretends it has best interests of public at heart when it comes to housing

Paul Hosford: Gareth Sheridan may find real work is only beginning as he eyes presidency

Clodagh Finn: Great Irish wives, the club with so many overlooked members

Insight: Must Reads

Discover the Cork GP who introduced Turkish baths to Europe

Discover the Cork GP who introduced Turkish baths to Europe

Rosanna Cooney explored our obsession with saunas in her book, Sweathouse. As part of her research, she discovered its origins go back to the 19th century, and a Cork GP who introduced Turkish baths to Europe. Here, she tells his story

MIRIAM HUSSEY

Miriam Hussey: I ended up in hospital after travelling — it was quite frightening to see that

GAA managers: Full county-by-county guide for football and hurling

GAA managers: Full county-by-county guide for football and hurling

Inside life at Ireland’s castles: Blackwater, Birr and Glin owners share their stories

Inside life at Ireland’s castles: Blackwater, Birr and Glin owners share their stories

News

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Pedestrian air-lifted to hospital with serious injuries following Co Tipperary crash

The crash occurred on the R498 at Latteragh in Nenagh at around 8am

A selection of images chosen by the Irish Examiner picture desk

A selection of images chosen by the Irish Examiner picture desk

Meet the new generation of Irish funeral directors reshaping a traditional industry

Meet the new generation of Irish funeral directors reshaping a traditional industry

Government warns departments on runaway spending ahead of Budget 2026

Government warns departments on runaway spending ahead of Budget 2026

sport

World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025 - Day 8

Kate O'Connor still on track to win heptathlon medal after 'solid' long jump

Kate O'Connor is in fourth place heading into the javelin and 800m, the final two events of the heptathlon at the World Athletics Championships. She is on course to win Ireland's first medal at the championships in 12 years.

Athletic Club v Arsenal FC - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1

Have Arsenal snapped the bargain of summer in unheralded Mosquera?

Amid new road bowling wave, will King of the Roads title leave Ireland for the first time?

Amid new road bowling wave, will King of the Roads title leave Ireland for the first time?

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Pep Guardiola unsure if Rodri will be fit enough to start for Manchester City at Arsenal

Lifestyle

Skoda Enyaq review: updated EV delivers style, range and family-friendly comfort

Skoda Enyaq review: updated EV delivers style, range and family-friendly comfort

With sharper looks, improved tech and dependable range, Skoda’s facelifted Enyaq confirms its place as one of Ireland’s best EVs

I spent a week walking the Donegal Camino — here are the moments that stood out

I spent a week walking the Donegal Camino — here are the moments that stood out

Ellen Keane: 'Uncharted with Ray Goggins' was the most outrageous trip I’ve ever done

Ellen Keane: 'Uncharted with Ray Goggins' was the most outrageous trip I’ve ever done

Departure Lounge: Five travel deals to book this week, including Las Vegas, Bali, West Cork

Departure Lounge: Five travel deals to book this week, including Las Vegas, Bali, West Cork

Viewpoints

How the global far-right uses Ireland to spread anti-immigrant narratives online

How the global far-right uses Ireland to spread anti-immigrant narratives online

From tricolours in Dublin to protests in London, Ireland’s far-right is feeding — and being fed by — global networks

'Sleep in peace, little Daniel': Donabate mourns child as his suspected remains exhumed

'Sleep in peace, little Daniel': Donabate mourns child as his suspected remains exhumed

Charlie Kirk Shot

Media unequipped to decipher Charlie Kirk suspect’s politics

Finding Daniel Aruebose casts 10th birthday of Children First in gloom

Finding Daniel Aruebose casts 10th birthday of Children First in gloom

Subscriber

Mick Clifford: Government pretends it has best interests of public at heart when it comes to housing

S Mick Clifford: Government pretends it has best interests of public at heart when it comes to housing

The justice minister's suggestion to alleviate the housing crisis is either lazy or cynical

Restaurant review: Orwell Road is in safe hands with its impressive chef

S Restaurant review: Orwell Road is in safe hands with its impressive chef

Cian McPhillips celebrates winning the semi-final ahead of Max Bergin as he crosses the finish line setting a new national recor

S Cathal Dennehy: Cian McPhillips' talent was hiding in plain sight, now everyone can see it

My Job: 'Ireland stands at a pivotal moment in the ongoing digital and AI transformation'

S My Job: 'Ireland stands at a pivotal moment in the ongoing digital and AI transformation'

LISTEN NOW

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: Cork businessman arrested in €750k fraud probe

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: Cork businessman arrested in €750k fraud probe

A Cork businessman, previously unknown to Gardaí, was arrested after €750,000 in ATM withdrawals sparked an international fraud probe

Dalo's Hurling Show: Cork’s new direction, pieces of the truth, and putting on the club warpaint

S Dalo's Hurling Show: Cork’s new direction, pieces of the truth, and putting on the club warpaint

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Eoin O'Malley on the rivalry that defined Irish politics

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Eoin O'Malley on the rivalry that defined Irish politics

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: Fraudster Catherine O’Brien facing jail, with Ann Murphy

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: Fraudster Catherine O’Brien facing jail, with Ann Murphy

Watch Now

Watch: Jerry from Kerry bought a camper van and surfboard

Watch: Jerry from Kerry bought a camper van and surfboard

Jerry from Kerry spills the beans at the National Ploughing Championships, from camper van life to catching waves in Banna. Jerry says surfing’s like riding a bike… once you get back on, you never forget!

Watch: Moss Trant from Tralee speaks about horse ploughing

Watch: Moss Trant from Tralee speaks about horse ploughing

Watch: Jerry from Kerry weighing up a presidential run

Watch: Jerry from Kerry weighing up a presidential run

farming

Tiktok star Fiona Bergin helps to champion farm safety at the Ploughing

Tiktok star Fiona Bergin helps to champion farm safety at the Ploughing

Popular 'FarmTok' influencer Fiona Bergin was at the National Ploughing Championships to promote farm safety with Agri Aware and TikTok

New secretary-general appointed at Department of Agriculture

New secretary-general appointed at Department of Agriculture

Ploughing survey to shape farm safety and farmer health plans

Ploughing survey to shape farm safety and farmer health plans

Martin Heydon not looking for 'a pat on the back' on his TB plan

Martin Heydon not looking for 'a pat on the back' on his TB plan

Property

Ireland's housing planning lacks a clear vision, warn experts

Ireland's housing planning lacks a clear vision, warn experts

Planning for housing seems to be at variance with the housing and infrastructure needed for a population surge of up to one million by 2040

The ultimate robot vacuum guide for Irish buyers

The ultimate robot vacuum guide for Irish buyers

Large and spectacular Harry Clarke watercolour at James Adam art sale

Large and spectacular Harry Clarke watercolour at James Adam art sale

Living room extension adds light and volume at €345k Ovens home

Living room extension adds light and volume at €345k Ovens home

World

dh QUARRY BAY HONG KONG One Island East highrise building and Kornhill private housing estate

Thousands evacuated in Hong Kong after Second World War bomb discovered

Thousands of people were evacuated from their homes in Hong Kong overnight so experts could defuse a large US-made bomb left over from the Second World War that was discovered at a building site.Police said the bomb was 1.5 metres (nearly five feet) ...

Russia Ukraine War

Russia launches large-scale attack on Ukraine, killing three and injuring dozens

Autism-Vaccines Study

Kennedy’s vaccine advisers decline to recommend Covid-19 shot for all Americans

Climate High Seas Treaty

Nations ratify the world’s first treaty to protect international waters

Sponsored Content

Landmark celebration to mark 50 years of Blarney Woollen Mills

Landmark celebration to mark 50 years of Blarney Woollen Mills

Guests at the event had the opportunity to watch Aran sweaters being crafted before their eyes, connecting Ireland’s deep tradition of knitwear with a modern audience

Curated winter sun holidays, designed by Oroko Travel

Curated winter sun holidays, designed by Oroko Travel

Budget 2026: Bold steps needed to secure Ireland’s future growth

Budget 2026: Bold steps needed to secure Ireland’s future growth

The Land Cruiser Commercial has arrived and is coming to the National Ploughing Championships

The Land Cruiser Commercial has arrived and is coming to the National Ploughing Championships 

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