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<p>Gardaí are keen to establish where the men had been staying in the days before the incident. File picture: Liam McBurney/PA</p>

court and crime

Gardaí investigating fatal Limerick crash believe men had come from Sweden to carry out hit

The deceased was the passenger in the car while a man now on the run was the driver

<p>Barcelona shooting victim not believed to be Irish, sources say. Picture: iStock</p>

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Fears continue for brother of Irish sports star after Barcelona shooting ruled unrelated

<p>Dearbhla Mescal's bestselling poetry book, 'Finding Joy' is a collection of small moments from a busy life. Picture: Chani Anderson</p>

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Dearbhla Mescal: West Cork is my happy place, it's a gift I never thought I'd have

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health and wellbeing

Everything you need to know about Greek yogurt and how it can meet your nutrition needs

24 of Munster's best outdoor dining spots to enjoy this summer

food

24 of Munster's best outdoor dining spots to enjoy this summer

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court and crime

'Man wanted in Germany on alleged kidnapping offences arrested in Cork massage parlour'

Kerry's Dara Moynihan opens up on toll of nightmare year, hip surgery, and football future

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Kerry's Dara Moynihan opens up on toll of nightmare year, hip surgery, and football future

Imelda May review: Marquee mayhem as May invites Cork fans into her living room

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Imelda May review: Marquee mayhem as May invites Cork fans into her living room

My Life with Julia Galvin: I competed in the wife-carrying world championship

health and wellbeing

My Life with Julia Galvin: I competed in the wife-carrying world championship

News

Festivals seek liquidation of Tickets.ie after collapse leaves more than €1.1m in debts

Festivals seek liquidation of Tickets.ie after collapse leaves more than €1.1m in debts

Event organisers owed significant sums hope a court-appointed liquidator will uncover what happened to missing funds

Hiqa: Women rate midwife-led units and private obstetric care highest

Hiqa: Women rate midwife-led units and private obstetric care highest

Michael Moynihan: As habits change, it is important cash infrastructure remains available

Michael Moynihan: As habits change, it is important cash infrastructure remains available

Shamrock Rovers v St Patrick's Athletic - SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division

FAI accused of a 'cop out' by moving Israel fixture overseas

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Kerry v Wexford - SSE Airtricity Men's First Division

Perez goal enough to see Kerry beat Athlone

Elsewhere in the First Division UCD defeated Finn Harps 5-0 while Bray Wanderers battled back from 2-0 down to earn a 2-2 draw at Treaty United.

James Clarke scores his second goal of the game 12/6/2026

Clarke double helps Derry end winless run

Mipo Odubeko celebrates scoring his side’s second goal 12/6/2026

Odubeko fires Shels to derby win over Shamrock Rovers

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

Super sub Cyle Larin gives Canada World Cup lift-off with late equaliser

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Insight: Must Reads

I read 2026's most exciting new books — here are the best ones for your summer reading list

I read 2026's most exciting new books — here are the best ones for your summer reading list

From BookTok sensations to indie gems, digital features editor and avid reader Denise O’Donoghue has read the year’s most talked-about titles — these are the ones worth making room for in your suitcase

'If there's a price tag on every child in this country, it’s a sorry country': A Cork father's fight to save his son

'If there's a price tag on every child in this country, it’s a sorry country': A Cork father's fight to save his son

'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

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Special report: Faces of homelessness have been changing over the last decade

Regular Columnists

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Elaine Loughlin: Health can make or break a career — so far, MacNeill is winning the battle

Shona Murray: We shouldn't forget countries that supported us during Brexit when we assume EU presidency

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Colin Sheridan: Expertly operating the machinery of influence

Michael Clifford

S Mick Clifford: Random act of violence should not be weaponised to target immigrants

Lifestyle

Mother and son enjoying summer vacation at lake dobbiaco in the dolomites

8 family holidays perfect for solo parents, from campsites to cruises

There are of plenty of options for single mums and dads looking for fun and affordable breaks with their children, writes Yvonne Reddin

Desire Lines: Back to the noughties with on-trend pieces from Marks and Spencer

Desire Lines: Back to the noughties with on-trend pieces from Marks and Spencer

Woman Doctor Or GP In Office Meeting Teenage Female Patient For Appointment

Esther McCarthy: So why is the word 'men' in 'menopause' anyway?

West Cork actress Ayoola Smart: 'I've had many pinch-me moments, like working with Fiona Shaw'

West Cork actress Ayoola Smart: 'I've had many pinch-me moments, like working with Fiona Shaw'

Viewpoints

Our pilgrim paths offer a massive tourism opportunity for rural Ireland

Our pilgrim paths offer a massive tourism opportunity for rural Ireland

We need to build awareness overseas of our Irish routes which long predate the Camino

The Mick Clifford Podcast: How soon are we likely to have a single-tier health service in Ireland?

The Mick Clifford Podcast: How soon are we likely to have a single-tier health service in Ireland?

Ireland's long school holidays don't suit the modern family — but who's going to change them?

Ireland's long school holidays don't suit the modern family — but who's going to change them?

Our navy's work in the Mediterranean shows importance of triple lock

Our navy's work in the Mediterranean shows importance of triple lock

Property

It's time to vote for Ireland's favourite building or space

It's time to vote for Ireland's favourite building or space

Home Editor Eve Kelliher checks out the buildings and spaces in the running for the 2026 RIAI Public Choice Awards

Rose pink and a panoramic views of Kinsale for €1.35m

Rose pink and a panoramic views of Kinsale for €1.35m

€300k artist's Clonakilty home is a feast for the senses

€300k artist's Clonakilty home is a feast for the senses

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Garden Digest: Events to help you to enjoy your green spaces

Subscriber

North Belfast stabbing

S Mick Clifford: Random act of violence should not be weaponised to target immigrants

Some people felt it necessary to give their tuppence worth on social media — one might wonder what exactly their agenda was

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S David O'Mahony: It's only when they're gone when we'll realise how much we need local papers

Clodagh Finn: The artist who went to the Aran islands on holiday and stayed eight years

S Clodagh Finn: The artist who went to the Aran islands on holiday and stayed eight years

Restaurant review: Tábla is exactly what you want from a local restaurant

S Restaurant review: Tábla is exactly what you want from a local restaurant

LISTEN NOW

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

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

Paul Hosford debunks some of the myths around the pact, explaining what the pact is, what it means for Ireland and how much it will cost

Podcast: The cash cow hurling championship, population explosions and drains, weaker counties and football's future

Podcast: The cash cow hurling championship, population explosions and drains, weaker counties and football's future

Arena: What will be the legacy of this World Cup?

Arena: What will be the legacy of this World Cup?

The Gaelic Football Show: How Cork will prepare for Donegal trip, All-Ireland round 2 preview

S The Gaelic Football Show: How Cork will prepare for Donegal trip, All-Ireland round 2 preview

Watch Now

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

Connecting consumers with farming: Agri Aware at Cork Summer Show

Connecting consumers with farming: Agri Aware at Cork Summer Show

Agri Aware hopes to connect Cork Summer Show visitors with agriculture to highlight its crucial role in Ireland with live demos and panel discussions.

Alltech expands EU applications lab in Meath

Alltech expands EU applications lab in Meath

Farmer Receiving A Delivery Of Nitrogen Sulphur Fertiliser To A Sustainable Farm.

MEP calls for support package following 71% fertiliser price hike

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Department announces two BISS correction opportunities

World

Elon Musk

Elon Musk becomes world’s first trillionaire after SpaceX mega float

The 54-year-old’s net worth was estimated at $982.6bn (€849bn) before the float, which has swelled to more than $1trn after the record-breaking initial public offering (IPO)

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Elon Musk’s SpaceX soars to $2 trillion in record-breaking IPO

Climate El Nino

El Nino is here and scientists fear it will be big, bad and costly

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Pope’s message to people traffickers: Stop and repent or face God’s wrath

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Engaging with communities is core to our energy-secure future, says Statkraft

Engaging with communities is core to our energy-secure future, says Statkraft

Coillte takes biodiversity lead with 'Forests for Nature' strategy

Coillte takes biodiversity lead with 'Forests for Nature' strategy

Perigus Energy – a new name built on decades of renewable experience

Perigus Energy – a new name built on decades of renewable experience

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