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<p>Enoch Burke leaves the court of appeal in Dublin after he failed in his legal bid to stop a disciplinary hearing in his dispute with Wilson's Hospital School. Picture: PA</p>

court and crime

Enoch Burke officially sacked after appeals panel upholds school’s decision

In the meeting the board confirmed its decision to terminate Mr Burke’s employment

<p>Consultant psychiatrists called by both the prosecution and defence were in agreement that Seán Egan was suffering from a mental disorder at the time he killed Sharon Crean. </p>

court and crime

'No justice for Sharon': Family hit out at sentence as killer jailed for over 12 years

<p>(L–R) Lisette Lubungh (representing the Congolese community), Cllr. Semi Adenug (Spokesperson for Black Coalition Ireland), and Dr Mamobo Ogoro (CEO, GORM) speaking at Buswells Hotel about the death of Yves Sakila. Picture: Sam Boal/Collins Photos</p>

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Solicitor says Yves Sakila died 'over a bottle of perfume' as family demands independent inquiry

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parenting

Julie Jay: Who do I have to shift to get my child onto a Cúl Camp course?

Fianna Fáil TDs despair as wrong voting date published on by-election leaflet

politics

Fianna Fáil TDs despair as wrong voting date published on by-election leaflet

'Best panorama in the country': Sherkin Island's Jolly Roger pub on the market for €475,000

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'Best panorama in the country': Sherkin Island's Jolly Roger pub on the market for €475,000

Tipperary camogie trailblazer Liz Howard has died

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Tipperary camogie trailblazer Liz Howard has died

Bernard O'Shea: The Dad Bod Diaries — Where has the food of my youth gone?

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Bernard O'Shea: The Dad Bod Diaries — Where has the food of my youth gone?

Family of Clare man who died after being given other patient's medicine settle action

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Family of Clare man who died after being given other patient's medicine settle action

By-elections 2026

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Waterford ex-teacher jailed for 15 years over 97 sexual offences against boys

Waterford ex-teacher jailed for 15 years over 97 sexual offences against boys

Barra Connolly, 81, does not accept verdict of jury as psychological report notes he is afraid of dying in prison but realises this is now realistic

Cork man accused of trying to throw garda into River Lee to evade drug search remanded in custody

Cork man accused of trying to throw garda into River Lee to evade drug search remanded in custody

Cork man has no memory of alleged theft of groceries worth €3,000

Cork man has no memory of alleged theft of groceries worth €3,000

'Pause' over Labre Park regeneration labelled the 'final nail in the coffin'

'Pause' over Labre Park regeneration labelled the 'final nail in the coffin'

sport

Cork City v UCD - SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division

Cork City manager Robson delighted by Conor Brann's Ireland call

Brann will remain between the sticks for the next two games before missing the Finn Harps fixture

42nd Breeders' Cup

Gstaad headlines field for Irish 2,000 Guineas

Michael Lowry walks past the European Rugby Challenge Cup trophy 21/5/2026

Challenge Cup final: Ulster Rugby ready to step into spotlight against Montpellier

Zlatan Ibrahimovic hints at faceoff with Tyson Fury in Dublin

Zlatan Ibrahimovic hints at faceoff with Tyson Fury in Dublin

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Five things we learned from canvassing with Galway West by-election candidates

Five things we learned from canvassing with Galway West by-election candidates

Candidates encountered polite voters, sharp criticism, and persistent cost-of-living concerns while canvassing across Galway West communities

The agonies and ecstasies of adopting a rescue dog — or two

The agonies and ecstasies of adopting a rescue dog — or two

Sinéad Kennedy: It’s not normal how I live but I thrive on the chaos

Sinéad Kennedy: It’s not normal how I live but I thrive on the chaos

An Irishwoman's Diary series 1: Meet the Irish women who left their mark on history

An Irishwoman's Diary series 1: Meet the Irish women who left their mark on history

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Sarah Harte: Tommy Fleming's difficulties show the tragic impact of homophobia

Fergus Finlay: The UK leadership battle really matters for Ireland — so who will win?

Terry Prone: Barry Keoghan should take a leaf out of Enya's book when it comes to silence

Shona Murray: EU still fails to defend citizens despite overturning of sanctions against Albanese

Lifestyle

'A proud moment for all of us': Irish snack brand fuelling tennis stars at 2026 Wimbledon Open

BiaSol snacks, founded by brother-sister duo Ruairi and Niamh Dooley, are crafted from upcycled grains to deliver high fibre, great taste, and measurable impact

‘What a thrill’: Scottish writer wins €100k Dublin Literary Award

‘What a thrill’: Scottish writer wins €100k Dublin Literary Award

Thorny tales: Whitethorn may owe its abundance to prickly folklore

Thorny tales: Whitethorn may owe its abundance to prickly folklore

Sally Foran: Sustainable Irish brands worth adding to your beauty routine

Sally Foran: Sustainable Irish brands worth adding to your beauty routine

Viewpoints

Colin Doherty: Bertie Ahern is wrong - Irish healthcare relies on migrants

Colin Doherty: Bertie Ahern is wrong - Irish healthcare relies on migrants

Nurses from India, doctors from Egypt, midwives from Spain, and therapists from Brazil are all economic migrants, but our system would collapse without them, writes Colin Doherty

Séamus Boland: Organisations like the GAA and Rural Link hold Irish society together

Séamus Boland: Organisations like the GAA and Rural Link hold Irish society together

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Dominic Crowley: We spend 30 times more killing each other than ensuring everyone is fed

Pope Benedict XVI Celebrates Mass At Nationals Stadium

Aoife Cassidy: School sacraments have no place in modern education

Property

House of the Week: Beachy West Cork €795k haven with a sauna

House of the Week: Beachy West Cork €795k haven with a sauna

The Isles at Ahakista has gorgeous gardens, spacious decking — and glorious sea views

Great and Blue Tit Feeding

Garden Q&A: Should we change our bird-feeding practices in summer?

Versatile Midleton property has €35k rental potential

Versatile Midleton property has €35k rental potential

A €2.85m investor opportunity in Frankfield suburb

A €2.85m investor opportunity in Frankfield suburb

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Business movers: People starting new jobs in Ireland

S Business movers: People starting new jobs in Ireland

New appointees with Hometree, BSH, Irish Pharmacy Union, The Payments Association, Digital Infrastructure Ireland and SDG

K Club Hotel

S Hotel review: A glam new restaurant and spa upgrade enhance this former Ryder Cup resort

Matthieu Jalibert scores his side’s second try as Arthur Retiere looks on 12/4/2026

S Donal Lenihan: A Champions Cup without South African involvement is fine by me

Tipperary v Clare - Munster GAA Senior Hurling Championship Round 4

S Maurice Brosnan: Conlon's Clare masterclass and hurling's black card theatre

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Arena with Maurice Brosnan: Inside Irish AFL scouting and the prospect of an AFLW team

Arena with Maurice Brosnan: Inside Irish AFL scouting and the prospect of an AFLW team

This week on Arena, we explore the growing influence of Irish players in the AFLW and ask whether the rise of Irish talent could one day lead to an Irish-based AFLW team.

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: The year of care campaign, with Aolish Gormley

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: The year of care campaign, with Aolish Gormley

Dalo's Hurling Show: Tipp tumble from the top again and Mark ascends to the punditry throne

S Dalo's Hurling Show: Tipp tumble from the top again and Mark ascends to the punditry throne

The Gaelic Football Show: A weekend that showed how great the game now is

S The Gaelic Football Show: A weekend that showed how great the game now is

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Watch: Jordan Adams of FTD Brothers completes Cork marathon

Watch: Jordan Adams of FTD Brothers completes Cork marathon

Jordan completed the Cork event without his brother, as he bowed out earlier due to an injury

Watch: DMax 7.7 fitness event in memory Darragh McCarthy

Watch: DMax 7.7 fitness event in memory Darragh McCarthy

Sir Keir Starmer visit

Watch: Keir Starmer vows to stay in power and prove 'doubters' wrong

farming

Low Section of Agronomists in Rubber Boots Strolling Across Organic Farm

One of Ireland’s top-performing suckler farms to host farm walk

Wicklow farmer John Pringle will host a farm walk on his beef and sheep farm, considered one of the top-performing suckler farms in the country.

More than 200 local nature projects set to receive €3m

More than 200 local nature projects set to receive €3m

Schooling the Racehorses

Horse Sport Ireland launches new 2030 strategic plan

Fishing Boat on Atlantic Ocean at Dingle Peninsula in Ireland

Fuel support scheme worth €15m now open for fishing and aquaculture

World

Congo Ebola

Appeals in Congo for supplies as groups warn Ebola outbreak ‘gaining momentum’

Healthcare workers and aid groups in eastern Congo said they are in dire need of more supplies and staff to respond to a growing Ebola outbreak linked to a rare virus, as armed groups continue to threaten a region already grappling with a ...

Paris appeals court finds Airbus, Air France guilty of corporate manslaughter over 2009 crash

Paris appeals court finds Airbus, Air France guilty of corporate manslaughter over 2009 crash

Thermometer in front of an urban skyline during heatwave

Toddler dies from heatstroke in Spain after being left in father's car

Russia Ukraine War

Ukraine says drones hit Russian refinery as long-range strikes escalate

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