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<p>Barry Daly was found dead in Doneraile on October 12, 2025.</p>

court and crime

'Idea of one strike with a golf club utterly fanciful', says prosecution in Doneraile murder trial

The 16-year-old accused today admitted the manslaughter of Cork postman Barry Daly

<p>Head chef Brian Murray serves up the starters at The Glass Curtain, MacCurtain St. Picture: Chani Anderson.</p>

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Glass Curtain owner to open new venue at former Chambers bar on Washington St

Michael Moynihan

Michael Moynihan: Shame no longer exists as a tool to moderate people’s behaviour

Five review: Boy band transports Cork's Marquee back to 2001

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Five review: Boy band transports Cork's Marquee back to 2001

Bosnia Canada WCup Soccer

soccer

Switzerland hang on against Canada to win group as hosts forced to settle for second

€9m worth of oysters found dead in Waterford – it's a mystery as to why

munster

€9m worth of oysters found dead in Waterford – it's a mystery as to why

Arsenal lead queue of admirers for Cork City's teen Cillian Murphy

soccer

Arsenal lead queue of admirers for Cork City's teen Cillian Murphy

Kerry is about to go Pete Tong: Superstar DJ on bringing his orchestra to Killarney

culture

Kerry is about to go Pete Tong: Superstar DJ on bringing his orchestra to Killarney

Kinsale skipper convicted for allowing tourists to sort lobsters on his boat

court and crime

Kinsale skipper convicted for allowing tourists to sort lobsters on his boat

News

Drug dealer sells drugs for cash

Oireachtas committee calls for decriminalisation of drug possession

'Ireland must face its fear about drugs' vice-chair Mary Fitzpatrick told the committee

Many colorful electronic cigarettes in the hands of a teenager. Vaping with nicotine. Danger for teenagers.

Vaping: New law will ban flavoured and colourfully-packaged vapes

NCPE chief under fire for his 'cost-effectiveness' comment on life-saving drugs

NCPE chief under fire for his 'cost-effectiveness' comment on life-saving drugs

Gardaí arrested 189 crime gang figures in past year under special laws targeting criminal gangs

Gardaí arrested 189 crime gang figures in past year under special laws targeting criminal gangs

sport

Germany v Cote D'Ivoire: Group E - FIFA World Cup 2026

World Cup Thursday tee-up: Germans will be keen to keep winning run going

Elsewhere the Netherlands would guarantee qualification with a win or a draw against Tunisia, who are already eliminated

Bosnia Canada WCup Soccer

Kerim Alajbegovic stunner helps Bosnia to brink of World Cup knock-out phase

Arena with Maurice Brosnan: Why does sport matter?

Arena with Maurice Brosnan: Why does sport matter?

Joseph O’Brien-trained Rebel Moon secures big win in Naas

Joseph O’Brien-trained Rebel Moon secures big win in Naas

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Insight: Must Reads

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

From hidden courtyards to seaside terraces, these standout Munster venues combine exceptional food with spectacular settings

Historic West Cork home with Seán Ó Sé connection up for sale for €475k

Historic West Cork home with Seán Ó Sé connection up for sale for €475k

Starmer premiership crisis

Enda Brady: Where did it all go wrong for Keir Starmer as Britain's prime minister?

Metallica at the Aviva review: Five-star show for Sunday's second gig in Dublin

Metallica at the Aviva review: Five-star show for Sunday's second gig in Dublin

Regular Columnists

Michael Moynihan

Michael Moynihan: Shame no longer exists as a tool to moderate people’s behaviour

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S Sarah Harte: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders reveal a familiar tale of how women are valued

S Fergus Finlay: Dear Andy Burnham, I've advised many political leaders so here's my advice to you

S Terry Prone: Cliché-peddlers double-click on a journey to work out key takeaways

Lifestyle

This €250 longevity supplement created by Irish dermatologists is designed to reverse ageing

This €250 longevity supplement created by Irish dermatologists is designed to reverse ageing

Dermatologists Caitriona Ryan and Nicola Ralph have created a new supplement designed to reverse biological signs of ageing with a tie-in with wearable Whoop to track its effects. Sally Foran finds out more.

V Festival 2008 - Essex

S Alanis Morissette review: Musgrave Park is in her pocket as Cork rocks despite the heat

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Tom Dunne: How Paul Weller's ever changing moods coloured his genius output

I saw Bono in concert at 18 and said, 'that's what I'm going to do'

I saw Bono in concert at 18 and said, 'that's what I'm going to do'

Viewpoints

A gamble with gas is a risk that Ireland can't afford to take

A gamble with gas is a risk that Ireland can't afford to take

Government should be transparent withe the public about the supposed benefits of LNG infrastructure

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Why we want the option to move to a cohousing community

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If we can't regulate social media, can we regulate anything?

Fit with just five minutes’ exercise a day? I don’t believe it

Fit with just five minutes’ exercise a day? I don’t believe it

Property

Garden flowers # 53 XXXL

Garden Digest: Super summer events to boost your room outside

We check out the garden visits, tours, festivals and fairs taking place in June and July

Starter Homes in Little Island, Carrigtwohill, Coachford, and Conna from €250,000

Starter Homes in Little Island, Carrigtwohill, Coachford, and Conna from €250,000

Lavender dream

Garden Q&A: What's the best way to deal with cuckoo spit on lavender plants?

Boxd seeks permission for Midleton drive-thru following council order to cease operations

Boxd seeks permission for Midleton drive-thru following council order to cease operations

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Alan Walsh reacts 21/6/2026

S Maurice Brosnan: Hurling noise is deafening as games are not providing sufficient talking points

Recent hurling clashes have amplified the need for two semi-final crackers. The championship, the supporters and the weary columnists sorely need it.

Jean Kleyn 19/3/2026

S Jean Kleyn interview: Munster need to stick to one plan and go with it. Uncertainty is doubt

Two Door Cinema Club review: 'Tourist History' brings nostalgia — and heat — to Cork's Marquee

S Two Door Cinema Club review: 'Tourist History' brings nostalgia — and heat — to Cork's Marquee

Spain v Cabo Verde - 2026 FIFA World Cup Group H

S John Fallon: Pico Lopes' Cape Verde adventure can inspire League of Ireland dreamers

LISTEN NOW

The Gaelic Football Show: Where did it go wrong for Armagh and Donegal?

S The Gaelic Football Show: Where did it go wrong for Armagh and Donegal?

Paul Rouse, Maurice Brosnan and James Horan reflect on the weekend action and look forward to this weekend's All-Ireland quarter-finals.

An Irishwoman's Diary: Maeve Kyle fought all the odds to compete in the Olympics

An Irishwoman's Diary: Maeve Kyle fought all the odds to compete in the Olympics

Dalo's Hurling Show: Cork draw the crowd but is hurling drowning?

S Dalo's Hurling Show: Cork draw the crowd but is hurling drowning?

An Irishwoman's Diary: Lady Arabella Denny was a woman before her time

An Irishwoman's Diary: Lady Arabella Denny was a woman before her time

Watch Now

Watch: Cork Circus Factory workshop for members of the Crann Centre

Watch: Cork Circus Factory workshop for members of the Crann Centre

Cork Circus Factory & UK circus group ExtraOrdinary Bodies hosted an inspiring workshop for people living with disabilities.

North Belfast stabbing

Watch: Belfast protesters set bus on fire after stabbing attack

North Belfast stabbing

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

farming

37-acre equestrian centre in Waterford up for sale for €1.7m

37-acre equestrian centre in Waterford up for sale for €1.7m

The property is being offered in four lots

Agricultural slurry spreading in a field in England, United Kingdom

Closed-period slurry spreading linked to river pollution in Meath study

Diageo Baileys Champion Cow competition returns to Cavan

Diageo Baileys Champion Cow competition returns to Cavan

Vintage whiskey bottles in a row

Public consultation for Irish whiskey specification to be launched

World

France Ebola

France confirms Ebola virus in patient who worked in DR of Congo

The person is in stable condition, the ministry said

Iran Daily Life Ashoura

Iranian diplomat says nuclear site inspections will only come after final deal

Russia Daily Life

Ukraine’s latest strikes on Russia hit major gas plant and satellite centres

Denmark Viking Site

Archaeologists find huge Viking textile production site in Denmark

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Safe2Eat 2026: Helping Irish people make safer, smarter food choices this summer

Safe2Eat focuses on making food safety part of everyday life, running from April to July across 23 countries, led by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and supported in Ireland by Safefood

Cape Clear Lavender Festival returns as community project marks five years of growth

Cape Clear Lavender Festival returns as community project marks five years of growth

Dairy farmers get ready to navigate new anti-parasitic regulations

Dairy farmers get ready to navigate new anti-parasitic regulations

Coca-Cola Thank You Fund sponsored

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

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