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<p>Flowers with a message and ribbons in the Ukrainian flag coulors on a fountain beside the apartment. Picture: Colin Keegan/ Collins, Dublin.</p>

court and crime

Teen questioned over fatal stabbing of Ukrainian boy in Dublin accommodation

Gardaí are investigating the fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Vadym Davydenko at a Donaghmede residential premises

<p>Two agencies of An Garda Síochána are warning that even entirely innocuous online posts — put up by a child or his/her parents — can attract exploiters. iStock</p>

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Gardaí warn that children as young as five are being targeted online for sexual exploitation

<p>The court heard the prosecution view that Kieran Quilligan (pictured) was subjected to a brutal assault at St. Fin Barre’s Place on September 1, 2023. Photo: Facebook</p>

court and crime

Two men said 'no comment' when gardaí put allegations central to Kieran Quilligan case to them

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health and wellbeing

Seven things you can do to keep your liver healthy and avoid disease

Severe rain warning for Cork and Kerry as weekend washout looms

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Severe rain warning for Cork and Kerry as weekend washout looms

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world

Prince Andrew gives up Duke of York title and honours ahead of Giuffre book

Dublin v Limerick - GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Quarter-Final

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Weekend GAA Previews: Cool Na Piarsaigh can turn the tables on Doon

Restaurant review: Table 45 is a Dublin home away from South American home

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Restaurant review: Table 45 is a Dublin home away from South American home

Homeless man charged with murder of Tipperary woman Josie Ray

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Homeless man charged with murder of Tipperary woman Josie Ray

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Prisoners who failed or missed drug tests allowed to keep special privileges

Prisoners who failed or missed drug tests allowed to keep special privileges

Audit of the Irish Prison Service’s incentivised regime system found that in half of 201 cases involving failed or missed drug tests, the prisoner was not downgraded as required under policy

‘Ireland is awash with cocaine — we’re losing the battle,’ warns former Navy commander

‘Ireland is awash with cocaine — we’re losing the battle,’ warns former Navy commander

Gardaí appeal for witnesses after man in 70s seriously injured in Dublin assault

Gardaí appeal for witnesses after man in 70s seriously injured in Dublin assault

Council admits Midleton's flood defences won't be finished until mid-2026

Council admits Midleton's flood defences won't be finished until mid-2026

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Ballad Of A Small Player Canadian Premiere | Netflix

Colin Farrell: 'Where the government may fall short, civilians usually step up to the plate'

Between filming in Macau and running the Dublin City Marathon, Colin Farrell found time to launch a foundation inspired by his son. He talks to Esther McCarthy about friendship, acting and his drive to make a difference

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S Sinéad Burke: 'Disabled people are disabled by design, it is our responsibility to shift that'

Michael Harding: 'It's like stand-up comedy, but I call it stand-up philosophy'

S Michael Harding: 'It's like stand-up comedy, but I call it stand-up philosophy'

Autistic girl has three different teachers in a month at Cork special school with suspensions 'crisis'

Autistic girl has three different teachers in a month at Cork special school with suspensions 'crisis'

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Watch: Conor Lehane on learning lessons, keeping composure and Midleton's strength in depth

Watch: Conor Lehane on learning lessons, keeping composure and Midleton's strength in depth

The Magpies dangerman will now sit out the Cork hurling decider with Sars.

Dingle v Kenmare Shamrocks - Kerry County Senior Club Championship Final

Tony Leen: Kerry finale struggling to keep sated Kingdom fans engaged. Why?

Republic of Ireland v Armenia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

FAI reports reduced surplus for 2024 - but still owe €42m

Leinster v Munster - United Rugby Championship

Sportsguide: Leinster v Munster, Premier League and club championship

Lifestyle

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Children's book reviews: Plenty of portals for young readers to escape into magical worlds

Ruth Concannon rounds up the best books that capture the imagination and embrace the mystical mysteries of both our world and the otherworld

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Top 8: Balance sweetness and nutrition with these shop-bought nut spreads

Film reviews: Colin Farrell impresses in Ballad of a Small Player, Gerry Adams speaks

Film reviews: Colin Farrell impresses in Ballad of a Small Player, Gerry Adams speaks

First look: Full Saipan trailer shows infamous Roy Keane and Mick McCarthy confrontation

First look: Full Saipan trailer shows infamous Roy Keane and Mick McCarthy confrontation

Viewpoints

Irish Children's Referendum

Theresa Reidy: Presidential election fallout leaves many 'what ifs'

The race for the Áras has seen political judgements questioned and party leaders scrutinised

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Five myths about the milk 'price war' going on in Ireland's supermarkets

We should cherish our independent institutions

We should cherish our independent institutions

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Will Trump's peace plan for Gaza work?

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Will Trump's peace plan for Gaza work?

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Jack Anderson: Sport always follows the money but 'enhanced' sport is eye-opening dishonesty

S Jack Anderson: Sport always follows the money but 'enhanced' sport is eye-opening dishonesty

Don’t be fooled by the faux scientific arguments made by organisers of the Enhanced Games/

Cape Verde v Eswatini - FIFA World Cup 2026 African Qualifier

S Paul Rouse: Cape Verde emotion underlines Ireland's need for an identity

Jennifer Horgan: Thank you, Diane Keaton, for teaching me one of life's important messages

S Jennifer Horgan: Thank you, Diane Keaton, for teaching me one of life's important messages

Business movers: People starting new jobs in Ireland

S Business movers: People starting new jobs in Ireland

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The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: Annmarie O’Connor on Twitch: My Life with Parkinson’s

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: Annmarie O’Connor on Twitch: My Life with Parkinson’s

Fashion Editor Annmarie O’Connor shares her story of resilience, family strength, and finding light while living with Parkinson’s

World Cup qualifier podcast special: what needs to happen with two games to go

World Cup qualifier podcast special: what needs to happen with two games to go

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: Suspensions 'crisis' at Cork special school

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: Suspensions 'crisis' at Cork special school

The Gaelic Football Show: behind the scenes at a special 'townie' club

S The Gaelic Football Show: behind the scenes at a special 'townie' club

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Watch: Poultry farmer speaks about the bird flu outbreak in Cork

Watch: Poultry farmer speaks about the bird flu outbreak in Cork

East Ferry Farm poultry farmer Rob Fitzsimmons speaks about the bird flu outbreak in Cork and the measures he has in place to protect his flock.

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Watch: World first as diver jumps from West Cork's Dursey Island cable car

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Watch: Trump says Gaza war is over as Hamas, Israel swap hostages and prisoners

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Shaping tomorrow’s agriculture: Lessons from award-winning farmers

Shaping tomorrow’s agriculture: Lessons from award-winning farmers

While farming often makes headlines for its environmental challenges, the judging panel explained that many farmers are already making remarkable progress.

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Cattle up 53.8% in agricultural price index for August 2025

Mince and steaks from the butcher's store - English Market, Cork, Ireland

Irish beef dominates World Steak Challenge: companies win 68 medals, including 24 gold awards

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Farmers say supermarkets' cutting milk prices is a PR campaign to lure shoppers

Property

Save or Splurge? Festive napkins you can use all year round

Save or Splurge? Festive napkins you can use all year round

Festve napkins tat earn their keep all year round

First time buyers and downsizers vie for Douglas-side convenience at easy-to-keep €395k Elm Close

First time buyers and downsizers vie for Douglas-side convenience at easy-to-keep €395k Elm Close

On track to claim your very own railway station at this unique Ballinhassig home

On track to claim your very own railway station at this unique Ballinhassig home

Opportunity to shape new neighbourhood in Tralee as lands near MTU come to market for €4.5m

Opportunity to shape new neighbourhood in Tralee as lands near MTU come to market for €4.5m

World

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US seizes survivors after strike on suspected drug-carrying vessel in Caribbean

The US has taken survivors into custody after its military struck a suspected drug-carrying vessel in the Caribbean, a defence official has said.

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Trump and Zelensky hold talks, as US leader signals hesitancy over Tomahawks

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Two killed in stampede at funeral of Kenyan former prime minister Raila Odinga

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Portuguese parliament approves bill banning face coverings in public

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