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<p> Saoirse Lillis McMahon was driving under the influence of alcohol and had a 'cocktail' of drugs in her system.</p>

court and crime

Drunk driver who killed cyclist had children in car and open wine bottle on passenger seat

Woman jailed for four and a half years for dangerous driving causing death of teacher

<p>SIPTU ambulance workers picket at the Kinsale Road roundabout in Cork on Tuesday. Picture: Chani Anderson</p>

news

Ambulance strike: The pay doesn't recognise our work and education standards

<p>Cork-based influencer under scrutiny after Meta smart glasses videos spark privacy debate</p>

spotlight

Who is TikToker Rendy Vlad and why is he covertly recording Cork shop workers?

Restaurant Chestnut

food

'Our story is rooted in West Cork': Popular Michelin star restaurant announces final dinner season

Bertie Ahern on video: Ireland has 'too many immigrants'; 'I worry about Africans'

politics

Bertie Ahern on video: Ireland has 'too many immigrants'; 'I worry about Africans'

New owner confirmed for popular Douglas pub The South County

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New owner confirmed for popular Douglas pub The South County

PGA Championship Golf

golf

'We almost knew before LIV players did': McIlroy was aware of Saudi exit plans in March

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health and wellbeing

What is PCOS and why is it now PMOS? Symptoms, treatment, and what you need to know

Laughing gas ban

court and crime

Men high on laughing gas assaulted woman walking home alone from work

News

Sexual abuse survivors call for 'Super Protection Orders' to keep abusers from contacting them

Sexual abuse survivors call for 'Super Protection Orders' to keep abusers from contacting them

the Joint Committee on Justice, Home Affairs, and Migration heard from survivors of rape on Tuesday

Stair Lift In A Modern Home

Patients could wait six years for occupational therapy due to staff shortages

Iran War Strait of Hormuz

Government must 'stop people freezing to death' in winter if Iran war continues, groups warn

sport

Tipperary v Kerry - Co-Op Superstores Munster Hurling League Group B

Three-in-a-row seeking Abbeydorney drawn against neighbours Crotta O’Neill’s

The other interesting group is Group 1, where Ballyduff who lost the last two county finals to Abbeydorney, and Lixnaw - backboned by Shane Conway - who were champions in 2018, are joined by St Brendan’s Ardfert

Republic of Ireland v Real Murcia 'B' - Friendly Match

Goals from Millenic Alli and Adam Idah see Ireland defeat Real Murcia B

BMW PGA Championship 2025 - Day One - Wentworth Golf Club

US PGA Championship: Tee times, TV details and everything you need to know

Clayton McMillan 12/5/2026

Clayton McMillan: I welcome any review that’s going to ultimately help Munster be better

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Insight: Must Reads

Kerry v Cork - Munster GAA Football Senior Championship Final

S Éamonn Fitzmaurice: Kerry evolution is clear as same old Cork failings rush to surface

The Kerry defence deserve massive credit for Sunday's win. In the second half they limited Cork to 1-2. While Cork did themselves no favours, the Kerry backs stood out with a disciplined and cohesive performance.

Waterford v Cork - Munster GAA Senior Hurling Championship Round 3

S Anthony Daly: Déise still search for missing inches but Cork are enjoying themselves

ROSE OSBORNE

Cancer patient speaks out as her son's killer seeks to have his life sentence reconsidered

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I can't afford to go to a wedding — how can I decline an invitation without causing drama?

Regular Columnists

S Fergus Finlay: Young people must be taught to think critically or we are doomed

S Terry Prone: Labour’s losses are down to the fact that they didn’t listen to voters

David O'Mahony: Met Gala may not be your thing but it shows art hasn't gone out of fashion

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Colin Sheridan: Demanding accountability from a government or a society is not racism

Lifestyle

Busy bisness mother woking at home while little daughter being occupied by digital tablet

Joanna Fortune: My young children are struggling with the demanding online course I've taken on

My nine-year-old daughter says I’m busy all the time. I want to be a good parent, but I also need to think of my future career

Bonnie Ryan reveals she is 'one centimetre dilated' as baby due soon

Bonnie Ryan reveals she is 'one centimetre dilated' as baby due soon

The Graham Norton Show - London

Bonnie Tyler ‘remains seriously ill’ but is stable following emergency surgery

Graham Linehan court case

Graham Linehan objects 'in strongest terms' to RTÉ airing Father Ted in place of Eurovision

Viewpoints

'Only God knows': Don brings a wealth of understanding to his nursing job in Dublin

'Only God knows': Don brings a wealth of understanding to his nursing job in Dublin

Having risked his life to help save others during Libya’s civil wars, Filipino nurse Don Cachin now enjoys a quieter life as a cardiac arrhythmia nurse at the Beacon Hospital in Sandyford

Sharp contrast in supports for adult and teenage asylum seekers worth examining

Sharp contrast in supports for adult and teenage asylum seekers worth examining

Gardening - Woman enjoy relaxing in the garden

Catherine Conlon: The last bastion of urban silence is being shattered by drones

Corncrake, Crex crexx

Malcolm Noonan: We must reconnect with nature to restore it for future generations

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The Gaelic Football Show: Connacht classic, Kerry get it done against Cork

S The Gaelic Football Show: Connacht classic, Kerry get it done against Cork

James Horan, Maurice Brosnan and Paul Rouse reflect on an eventful weekend of championship football and look ahead to two more provincial finals.

Dalo's Hurling Show: Cork's hypeless progress, too many cards, watch out for the hackers

S Dalo's Hurling Show: Cork's hypeless progress, too many cards, watch out for the hackers

Waterford v Cork - Munster GAA Senior Hurling Championship Round 3

S Seánie McGrath: Ben O'Connor's traits have come to the fore during Cork's winning run

Roscommon fan gets emotional 10/5/2026

S Kieran Shannon: Connacht's greatest ever final has us all living in a Roscommon wonderland

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The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Is Ireland ready for nuclear power?

The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Is Ireland ready for nuclear power?

Questions over energy security, renewables, and political support are fuelling renewed debate around nuclear power in Ireland

The Mick Clifford Podcast: When will tomorrow come for the National Children’s Hospital?

The Mick Clifford Podcast: When will tomorrow come for the National Children’s Hospital?

Arena with Maurice Brosnan: RTÉ Head of Sport Declan McBennett on GAA TV rights, Champions League coverage and punditry

Arena with Maurice Brosnan: RTÉ Head of Sport Declan McBennett on GAA TV rights, Champions League coverage and punditry

Dalo’s Hurling Show: Lethal Limerick beat the Clare offside trap

S Dalo’s Hurling Show: Lethal Limerick beat the Clare offside trap

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Watch: 'Lá Spraoi' sports event for children with physical disabilities at MTU

Watch: 'Lá Spraoi' sports event for children with physical disabilities at MTU

The Irish Examiner spoke to Aine Corrigan at the "Lá Spraoi" athletic sports event for children with physical disabilities at MTU Athletics track, where approximately 115 children from national schools across Cork got a chance to represent their ...

State visit to the US - Day Two

Watch: Trump says his mother had a crush on King Charles

Watch: Rotary Club plants a grove of native Irish oak trees

Watch: Rotary Club plants a grove of native Irish oak trees

farming

Brian Reidy: French milk production comes in many shapes and sizes

Brian Reidy: French milk production comes in many shapes and sizes

Independent ruminant nutritionist Brian Reidy reports on a recent trip to France — the systems were diverse, but each had a goal of optimum profitability

Lakeland Dairies increase their milk price

Lakeland Dairies increase their milk price

Tractor spraying crops

Herd Tasks: Your weekly farming checklist

Sheep pen

Spring lambs making over €10/kg as demand continues

Property

Plans for new '15-minute neighbourhood' comprising 300 homes in Ballincollig lodged with council

Plans for new '15-minute neighbourhood' comprising 300 homes in Ballincollig lodged with council

Major residential scheme comprising 128 houses and 172 apartments will be targeted at younger families and first-time buyers

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Green light for new padel tennis facility in Cork

Starter Homes in Gurranabraher, Blackpool, Crosshaven, Cobh from €195,000

Starter Homes in Gurranabraher, Blackpool, Crosshaven, Cobh from €195,000

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Home Q&A: How to get a big return for a small spend when renovating

World

Sexual Misconduct Harvey Weinstein

Harvey Weinstein defence urges acquittal as rape retrial nears a close

Harvey Weinstein’s defence has urged jurors to put an end to a MeToo-era rape case that has gone to trial three times, arguing that the former Hollywood producer should be acquitted.

Sir Keir Starmer visit

Labour rift over Keir Starmer’s fate deepens as four ministers quit

TOPSHOT-SPAIN-HEALTH-HANTAVIRUS-ILLNESS-TOURISM

Dutch hospital quarantines 12 over breach of hantavirus protocol

Antisemitism in society meeting

More than 100 Labour MPs sign letter saying it’s ‘no time for a leadership contest’ as Starmer refuses to quit

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How to get involved in Bike Week 2026

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Lameness management in Irish sheep flocks: Stepping away from toxic footbath chemicals

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