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<p>The man is understood to have been in the water for almost two hours and was spotted by the crew of the Waterford based Irish Coast Guard helicopter, Rescue 117.</p>

munster

Man airlifted to hospital after going overboard from Shannon Estuary ferry

A man has been airlifted to hospital after he was recovered from the Shannon Estuary during a major search operation this morning.

<p>Freda Hayes, CEO Blarney Woolen Mills pictured standing proudly outside the store that boasts the title of the largest Irish shop in the world. Picture: Chani Anderson</p>

companies

Blarney Woollen Mills marks 50 years – from cottage beginnings to €50m global brand

<p>Saint Carlo Acutis. File Picture</p>

world

Pope Leo XIV declares 15-year-old computer whiz, known as ‘God’s influencer’, a saint

Restaurant review: 3 Leaves is a star of Dublin's leafy suburban scene

S food

Restaurant review: 3 Leaves is a star of Dublin's leafy suburban scene

Having Fun at School

people

Dear Dáithí: It’s my daughter’s first day of school — and I’m terrified

Somewhere over the rainbow could land you at €750k Rochestown Road home

residential

Somewhere over the rainbow could land you at €750k Rochestown Road home

Heimir Hallgrímsson speaks to Nathan Collins after the match 6/9/2025

soccer

Szoboszlai bemoans red card decision as Hallgrímsson dismisses Hungarian complaints

My Wedding Day with Neven Maguire: 'It was a feeling I've never forgotten'

S people

My Wedding Day with Neven Maguire: 'It was a feeling I've never forgotten'

Night out during Kinsale 7s ended in 'brawl in street', court told

court and crime

Night out during Kinsale 7s ended in 'brawl in street', court told

Regular Columnists

Michael Clifford

S Mick Clifford: Simon Harris threats highlight toxic abuse of politicians on social media

Clodagh Finn: If only we had hospital builder Madam Steevens in today's world

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Colin Sheridan: Conor McGregor’s political play risks mainstreaming far-right talking points

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S Gareth O'Callaghan: Claire Byrne's move from RTÉ to Newstalk means radio battle is finally on

Insight: Must Reads

Jack O’Connor 22/7/2025

S The Jack O’Connor interview: 'This is why loose, casual pub-talk criticism hurts'

It’s five weeks since Kerry annexed their 39th All-Ireland football title with a final performance out of Utopia. All the more remarkable that it came after a year of stress and strife in the Kingdom but golf legend Tom Watson’s creed served manager Jack O’Connor well: play the game, play the opponent, play it as it lies

I started housesitting in Ireland and abroad to avoid paying rent – this is my experience

I started housesitting in Ireland and abroad to avoid paying rent – this is my experience

45th Annual News Emmy Awards

Donie O'Sullivan: 'I forked out $700 for my Emmy Award statue the other day'

'I was finding hundreds, if not millions of scams': The struggle to find student accommodation

'I was finding hundreds, if not millions of scams': The struggle to find student accommodation

News

Donabate Scene

Search for missing Dublin boy enters sixth day

Gardaí are investigating the disappearance and whereabouts of the child, who would be seven years old if still alive

UK parliamentarians praise Ireland's public transport initiatives

UK parliamentarians praise Ireland's public transport initiatives

Jail for Cork woman who committed assault while on bail

Jail for Cork woman who committed assault while on bail

Annual Hemp Parade As Government Seeks Cannabis Legalization

German study finds legal cannabis harms far outweigh the benefits

sport

Watch: Reaction to Ireland's dramatic draw in World Cup campaign opener

Watch: Reaction to Ireland's dramatic draw in World Cup campaign opener

Brendan O’Brien and John Fallon talk through the Republic of Ireland’s comeback against Hungary at the Aviva Stadium

Luxembourg v Republic of Ireland - International Friendly

Josh Honohan called into Republic of Ireland squad for World Cup qualifier in Armenia

Cork hurling permutations: Barrs v Kanturk the main focus for final day suspense

S Cork hurling permutations: Barrs v Kanturk the main focus for final day suspense

The Walker Cup - Day One

Great Britain and Ireland trailing by a point after opening day of Walker Cup

Lifestyle

Ectopic pregnancy: 'I was doubled over with pain, but I was also so angry at the situation'

Ectopic pregnancy: 'I was doubled over with pain, but I was also so angry at the situation'

Pregnancies outside the womb are as final as miscarriages, but also a threat to the mother if a ruptured fallopian tube causes bleeding

Young woman with chest breast pain palpating a lump

Natural health: What can I do about my sore breasts?

Allen Leech on Downton Abbey, new projects, and Cork teacher who introduced him to acting

Allen Leech on Downton Abbey, new projects, and Cork teacher who introduced him to acting

Mairead & Jamie

Wedding of the Week: Rain didn’t dampen our spirits — a wet knot is harder to break

Viewpoints

Race for the Áras: The psychology behind deciding whether or not to run for president

Race for the Áras: The psychology behind deciding whether or not to run for president

Motivations to campaign are as varied as the characters themselves, but only a domestically credible, globally astute and emotionally intelligent president will ensure the office remains a national asset

Bovine TB crisis in Ireland: why cattle disease cases are at their highest in 15 years

Bovine TB crisis in Ireland: why cattle disease cases are at their highest in 15 years

No Repro FeeTaoiseach Bertie Ahern wishes former Taoiseach Albert Reynolds a happy birthday at the launch of the fourth edition

Mick Clifford: Micheál Martin sidelined Bertie Ahern just as Bertie ditched Albert Reynolds

APTOPIX China Parade

China’s military parade should ring alarm bells in Europe

Subscriber

Right at Home is seeking to recruit 1,000 new carers across Ireland

S Right at Home is seeking to recruit 1,000 new carers across Ireland

Home care provider is hoping its campaign will attract people whose prior experience may lie in other fields

British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference

S Mick Clifford: Simon Harris threats highlight toxic abuse of politicians on social media

Bittersweet success for Watergrasshill over neighbours Bride Rovers

S Bittersweet success for Watergrasshill over neighbours Bride Rovers

Cork IAHC: End of the road for Russell Rovers despite thrilling win over Midleton

S Cork IAHC: End of the road for Russell Rovers despite thrilling win over Midleton

LISTEN NOW

The Mick Clifford Podcast: A unique take on the divided isles of Ireland and Britain

The Mick Clifford Podcast: A unique take on the divided isles of Ireland and Britain

Philip Stephens, a long-standing commentator with the Financial Times, is this week’s guest on the podcast

The Gaelic Football Show: reckoning with our predictions and the managerial merry-go-round

S The Gaelic Football Show: reckoning with our predictions and the managerial merry-go-round

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The Mick Clifford Podcast: Who was Éamon de Valera? Colum Kenny reflects 50 years after his death

Sonya Egan's impending release triggers 'fear and worry', says Cork victim

Sonya Egan's impending release triggers 'fear and worry', says Cork victim

Watch Now

Watch: Reaction to Ireland's dramatic draw in World Cup campaign opener

Watch: Reaction to Ireland's dramatic draw in World Cup campaign opener

Brendan O’Brien and John Fallon talk through the Republic of Ireland’s comeback against Hungary at the Aviva Stadium

Watch: Tallow Horse Fair

Watch: Tallow Horse Fair

Watch: Gardaí search open ground in Donabate for a child who is missing and presumed dead

Watch: Gardaí search open ground in Donabate for a child who is missing and presumed dead

farming

Which one's your favourite?

Planning for the future of the family farm

Few topics stir as much emotion – or uncertainty – among farming families as succession. For many, the family farm is far more than a business.

Farmer and Financial Advisor

Tax reliefs for farm succession

Pat Whelan: Cutting waste, keeping quality

Pat Whelan: Cutting waste, keeping quality

33-acre holding on Clonmel outskirts expecting €20k/acre

33-acre holding on Clonmel outskirts expecting €20k/acre

Property

Trading in the rat race for €645k home in tranquil Glandore

Trading in the rat race for €645k home in tranquil Glandore

An Grianán is a warm and inviting home with a focus on sustainability

Want an extra ‘0’ on your Irish property sale? Just add water....

Want an extra ‘0’ on your Irish property sale? Just add water....

Unique Kerry home inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright available to buy for €920,000

Unique Kerry home inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright available to buy for €920,000

Wish List: Hot on the scent of new fragrances, smart showers, and seasonal flavours

Wish List: Hot on the scent of new fragrances, smart showers, and seasonal flavours

World

Immigration Raid Hyundai Plant

South Korea says it has reached deal with US to release 300 workers at Georgia plant

More than 300 South Korean workers detained following a massive immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia will be released and brought home, the South Korean government has announced.

Nigeria Attack

Boko Haram militants kill 60 in attack in Nigeria’s north-east

Japan Politics

Japan’s prime minister Shigeru Ishiba to resign – reports

Russia Ukraine War

Russia hits Kyiv in largest aerial attack on Ukraine since war began

Sponsored Content

Gas Networks Ireland sets €200m investment record to power energy transition

Gas Networks Ireland sets €200m investment record to power energy transition

New peaking power stations, biomethane infrastructure, and major upgrades mark a pivotal year as the gas network evolves to support Ireland’s renewable future

Stay Safe Stay Clear: Electrical safety on the farm

Stay Safe Stay Clear: Electrical safety on the farm

Dell Technologies Forum to empower Irish organisations harness AI innovation this September

Dell Technologies Forum to empower Irish organisations harness AI innovation this September

FDC Group announces newest office in the Irish Farm Centre in Dublin with grand opening event

FDC Group announces newest office in the Irish Farm Centre in Dublin with grand opening event

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