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<p>Bill Kenneally died in prison at around 3.30am on Thursday, after being in palliative care. File picture: Sasko Lazarov</p>

court and crime

'He died a befitting death for a monster': Bill Kenneally victims react to death

Child abuser died in Midlands Prison less than 48 hours after news of a promised State apology emerged

<p>Development under way on both sides of the Cork docklands in Cork City. Picture: Noel Sweeney</p>

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Cost of developing Cork City’s docklands almost doubles in five years to over €1bn

<p>FIGHTING FIT: Cork player Darragh Fitzgibbon before the Munster final. Pic: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile</p>

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Darragh Fitzgibbon returns as Ben O'Connor shows hand for Cork's Offaly clash

I'm a cardiologist — here are my top tips to protect your heart as you age

health and wellbeing

I'm a cardiologist — here are my top tips to protect your heart as you age

'It's a big loss': Cork locals 'very disappointed' at closure of popular food trucks on Paul Street

munster

'It's a big loss': Cork locals 'very disappointed' at closure of popular food trucks on Paul Street

Renovation masterclass at €525k House of the Week in Frankfield

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Renovation masterclass at €525k House of the Week in Frankfield

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golf

Rory McIlroy glad to ‘minimise mistakes’ after under-par first round at US Open

'I was nine when I knelt for a funeral cortege — 35 years later I learned it was for Seán Ó Riada'

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'I was nine when I knelt for a funeral cortege — 35 years later I learned it was for Seán Ó Riada'

Tipperary farmer died after brain bleed was missed in scan read remotely and out of hours

court and crime

Tipperary farmer died after brain bleed was missed in scan read remotely and out of hours

News

Government keeping ‘open mind’ over fate of Aughinish Alumina

Government keeping ‘open mind’ over fate of Aughinish Alumina

Results of investigation into whether Limerick plant is contributing to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine awaited, Taoiseach says

Waterford death: Noreen Daly to be laid to rest in Cork on Sunday

Waterford death: Noreen Daly to be laid to rest in Cork on Sunday

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Ireland part of international police operation targeting terrorist network

Teenage accused tells murder trial another defendant hit Cork postman once with golf club

Teenage accused tells murder trial another defendant hit Cork postman once with golf club

sport

Switzerland v Bosnia and Herzegovina: Group B - FIFA World Cup 2026

Clinical Switzerland crush Bosnia at World Cup clash in LA

The Swiss look likely to progress after an impressive second-half performance.

Argentina v France: Final - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Lionel Messi’s family ask for ‘humanity’ as his father receives medical treatment

GAA Referees Respect Day

Coldrick the man in the middle between Kerry and Armagh again 20 years on

Jack O'Connor ahead of the game 23/5/2026

One change for Kerry as O'Shea and Ryan return to matchday panel

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Insight: Must Reads

'He was such a beautiful boy': Family of Qayyum Balogun remember their Superman

'He was such a beautiful boy': Family of Qayyum Balogun remember their Superman

In his family home in Dundalk, father Ibrahim Balogun, mother Teslimot Balogun, and stepmother Loveth Patrick are joined by teacher Muirne Lawler as they recall the life of the late 21-year-old who had just finished his college exams

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

Where to eat outdoors in Munster: 24 top spots from hidden courtyards to seaside terraces

Where to eat outdoors in Munster: 24 top spots from hidden courtyards to seaside terraces

'Was it really worth it, Sean?': How Kinahan cartel lieutenant McGovern was brought to justice

'Was it really worth it, Sean?': How Kinahan cartel lieutenant McGovern was brought to justice

Regular Columnists

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S Jennifer Horgan: You've heard of Big Pharma and Big Tech. What about Big Nappy?

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Sarah Harte: I channelled David Hockney to try and live in the now after my car and laptop died

S Andy Burnham is now Britain — and Europe's — last defence from Nigel Farage

S Terry Prone: RTÉ controversy is the most interesting thing about Tubridy

Lifestyle

Why dads matter every day of the year - not just Father's Day

Why dads matter every day of the year - not just Father's Day

Most Irish dads want to spend more time at home with their children, but limited and poorly funded parenting leave makes it difficult for many

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Six bugs you could pick up at the beach— and how to avoid getting sick

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Natural Health: What can I do about my perimenopausal sweating?

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Riverdance yourself fit — Why Irish dancing is gaining popularity for its health benefits

Viewpoints

Australia Shooting

Bondi hero Ahmed Al Ahmed's life has spiralled out of control — is it a lesson for us all?

Ahmed Al Ahmed was the simple fruit shop owner who stopped a bloodbath becoming a massacre. After the unexpected windfall of a GoFundMe and worldwide fame, his life has spiralled out of control

North Belfast stabbing

Communities like Clonmel have fought back against the far right. Here's how yours can too

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Paul Hosford: Eviction ban back on agenda as homelessness crisis becomes impossible to ignore

National Economic Dialogue

Louise Burne: Micheál Martin ruffling feathers in Fianna Fáil again

Property

How to use the wonder of window film to decorate your home

How to use the wonder of window film to decorate your home

Kya deLongchamps shows how to use decorative film for glazing and privacy

Peter Dowdall: The structures that add balance to any garden

Peter Dowdall: The structures that add balance to any garden

Three vacant homes pit Church against State in Blackrock dereliction row

Three vacant homes pit Church against State in Blackrock dereliction row

Penneys puts entire block of Cork City properties up for sale for €5.2m

Penneys puts entire block of Cork City properties up for sale for €5.2m

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S Jennifer Horgan: You've heard of Big Pharma and Big Tech. What about Big Nappy?

About one million disposable nappies are binned every day in Ireland, with a massive environmental impact. Are we ever going to do anything about it, asks Jennifer Horgan?

Dalo's Hurling Show: Clare peeking out of the long grass, Cork to end the Offaly story?

S Dalo's Hurling Show: Clare peeking out of the long grass, Cork to end the Offaly story?

Business movers: UK retail exec moves to Blanchardstown Centre

S Business movers: UK retail exec moves to Blanchardstown Centre

Hotel review: Low-key Tipperary hotel offers one of Ireland's best value spa getaways

S Hotel review: Low-key Tipperary hotel offers one of Ireland's best value spa getaways

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Arena with Maurice Brosnan: Messi, Haaland and Mbappé ignite the World Cup

Arena with Maurice Brosnan: Messi, Haaland and Mbappé ignite the World Cup

On this week's episode, sportswriter Joe Callaghan joins the show fresh from MetLife Stadium, where he witnessed France's victory over Senegal.

The Gaelic Football Show: The year of great upheaval, why Cork beat Donegal

S The Gaelic Football Show: The year of great upheaval, why Cork beat Donegal

The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: School holidays and the motherhood penalty

The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: School holidays and the motherhood penalty

The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Explaining the EU Migration Pact

The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Explaining the EU Migration Pact

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North Belfast stabbing

Watch: Belfast protesters set bus on fire after stabbing attack

Protesters in Belfast set a bus on fire on Tuesday (June 9) after police charged a Sudanese man over a knife attack that left one person with serious neck and head wounds.

North Belfast stabbing

Watch: PSNI reassure public after arresting man over 'brutal' knife attack

Watch: Fans react to Cork-Limerick epic in the rain at Páirc Uí Chaoimh

Watch: Fans react to Cork-Limerick epic in the rain at Páirc Uí Chaoimh

farming

New EPA report finds 54% of monitored rivers in acceptable biological condition

New EPA report finds 54% of monitored rivers in acceptable biological condition

Three water bodies in Kerry, Limerick and Tipperary are classified as being in 'bad' condition

Farm buildings

Ask a Solicitor: Unauthorised development and the risks of relying on the seven-year rule

Weekly supermarket shopping

Food sector uncertainty around the world accelerates in 2026

Food, drink, nutrition and climate tech exports made €16.98bn in 2025

Food, drink, nutrition and climate tech exports made €16.98bn in 2025

World

Iran US Trump

US is ‘honouring’ Iran deal as oil flows through Strait of Hormuz – Vance

The US Navy has allowed more than a dozen ships through to Iranian ports, lifting a blockade as part of an agreement to end the war.

Poland Russia Killing

Man arrested over murder of Putin critic in Poland

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Boy, 16, charged with murder following fatal stabbing of teenager in London

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US-Iran deal takeaways: reopening the strait of Hormuz, waived oil sanctions and Lebanon

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Dairy farmers get ready to navigate new anti-parasitic regulations

Worming strategies remain the same, but farmers may need to allow additional time for a veterinary prescription

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Coca-Cola Thank You Fund to surpass €2m invested in local communities

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Ireland’s regtech moment: Ticking all the boxes for growth

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Staying one step ahead of the financial fraudsters

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