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<p>Charlie Kirk speaks before he is shot during Turning Point's visit to Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Picture: Tess Crowley/The Deseret News via AP</p>

world

Trump ally Charlie Kirk shot dead at university event in Utah

Kirk was giving a presentation when shots were fired and "to the best of our knowledge he was hit and taken with his security team away from the premises"

<p>Conor McGregor wrote to Dublin City Council asking to address it next Monday but, according to an email sent to councillors on Wednesday, he has not yet confirmed his eligibility. File picture: PA </p>

politics

Conor McGregor may not get to address presidential nomination meeting of Dublin City Council

<p>Irish grandmother Donna Hughes-Brown in happier times with her husband Jim Brown. Having lived legally in the US for almost 50 years, Ms Hughes-Brown is now being held in an immigration detention camp, having been detained by ICE. </p>

news

Irish grandmother in the US legally for 50 years is behind bars after arrest by ICE

Oh no, you are not getting a divorce!

people

Richard Hogan: Here's how to manage when a relationship ends - and what NOT to do

Man pleads guilty to multiple thefts around Cork city

court and crime

Man pleads guilty to multiple thefts around Cork city

Project management delivery team appointed for long-delayed Cork Events Centre project

news

Project management delivery team appointed for long-delayed Cork Events Centre project

Stephen Bradley celebrates 31/8/2025

soccer

Who could replace Heimir Hallgrímsson? Five candidates for next Ireland manager

10 things to wear to make a return to the gym more comfortable and stylish

fashion and beauty

10 things to wear to make a return to the gym more comfortable and stylish

Alcohol Drinking - Stock

munster

Cork City to become 'safer' site under new alcohol strategy for Cork and Kerry

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Michael Clifford

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Annmarie O'Connor: Three things I've learned since my Parkinson's diagnosis

Annmarie O'Connor: Three things I've learned since my Parkinson's diagnosis

Annmarie O’Connor first shared her Parkinson’s diagnosis in this publication in 2022. Three years on, she has written Twitch, a book that documents her story. Here, she shares what living with the disease has taught her

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

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

45th Annual News Emmy Awards

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News

Fianna Fáil TDs play down spat with Fine Gael minister over new 'Netflix levy'

Fianna Fáil TDs play down spat with Fine Gael minister over new 'Netflix levy'

One Fine Gael source described the vote in favour of the streaming levy as 'Fianna Fáil getting into bed with Sinn Féin to increase the price of streaming services'

Challenges against major projects go against common good, says Taoiseach

Challenges against major projects go against common good, says Taoiseach

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Drug gang enforcer barged into meeting to intimidate Probation Service client

Donald Trump visit to Ireland

Taoiseach: Trump would be 'welcomed' as Doonbeg confirmed as 2026 Irish Open venue

sport

Tottenham Hotspur leave the team hotel - Thursday May 22nd

'I love winning things. That’s what I’ve done' - Ange Postecoglou targets trophies at Nottingham Forest

Postecoglou sealed a rapid return to the Premier League on Wednesday when he was appointed as Nuno Espirito Santo’s successor at the City Ground – only four months on from being sacked by Tottenham.

Armenia legend Henrikh Mkhitaryan could return for Ireland rematch

Armenia legend Henrikh Mkhitaryan could return for Ireland rematch

Glasgow City v Athlone Town - UEFA Women's Europa Cup First Qualifying Round 1st Leg

Athlone Town on the brink of European exit after defeat to Glasgow City

Armenia v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

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Lifestyle

National Television Awards 2025 - London

Gary Lineker breaks Ant and Dec’s 23-year streak at NTAs with presenting win

Lineker, 64, was shortlisted for the award just months after his early exit from the BBC show in May

Prime Video's "#1 Happy Family USA" Series Premiere

Tom Dunne: Sky's the limit for the still-wacky and wonderful David Byrne

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

Wooden mannequin, Concern and worry of friend.

Suicide Prevention Day: How the Samaritans helped me through my darkest hour

Viewpoints

Investing in people powers our future through the halo effect

Investing in people powers our future through the halo effect

Further and higher education minister James Lawless explains why research capacity, student support, and aligning skills policy with future industry needs are priorities now

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As three in five under-25s consider leaving the country, we must act to help young people

Leigh Brosnan: In Gaza we are witnessing war on consensus reality

Leigh Brosnan: In Gaza we are witnessing war on consensus reality

Fianna Fail president

Billy Kelleher's strong support can't be counted as votes against Micheál Martin

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Win a two-night break away to WellFest

S Win a two-night break away to WellFest

As September begins, it’s the perfect time to reset, refocus, and find balance in your own goals.

Law firm continues to expand following its latest merger

S Law firm continues to expand following its latest merger

World Cup Qualifier Podcast: Disaster in Yerevan, now what for Ireland?

S World Cup Qualifier Podcast: Disaster in Yerevan, now what for Ireland?

Clayton McMillan during the warm-up 5/9/2025

S Kieran Shannon: 'Impressive' Clayton McMillan is good cop and bad cop rolled into one

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The Gaelic Football Show: Why play club football and how do you recover from a humiliation?

S The Gaelic Football Show: Why play club football and how do you recover from a humiliation?

When does a performance shake everything you believe to the core?

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

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

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

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Amgen Irish Open 2025 - Day Four - The K Club

Watch: Rory McIlroy reacts to winning the Irish Open

Rory McIlroy was delighted to win the Irish Open after making an eagle on the final hole to force a playoff.

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

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

Watch: Tallow Horse Fair

Watch: Tallow Horse Fair

farming

Voluntary land deal secured for pipeline project

Voluntary land deal secured for pipeline project

If it is later determined that Vat should apply more widely, Uisce Éireannhas committed to refunding it in full once provided with a valid invoice

Farming organisations react to Ireland's new TB action plan

Farming organisations react to Ireland's new TB action plan

Foals given more pasture time and later weaning earn more money

Foals given more pasture time and later weaning earn more money

Platform to promote promising startups

Platform to promote promising startups

Property

Gardening: How to revive your lawn in autumn

Gardening: How to revive your lawn in autumn

September and October are the perfect months for rejuvenating a tired lawn and a crucial period ahead of the winter frost

Killarney's International Hotel offered at €18m - €20m

Killarney's International Hotel offered at €18m - €20m

Jennifer Sheahan: Adventures in a tiny-home-on-wheels in France

Jennifer Sheahan: Adventures in a tiny-home-on-wheels in France

London Design Festival: These are the must-sees

London Design Festival: These are the must-sees

World

Charlie Kirk Shot

Charlie Kirk ‘a key figure in building support for Republicans among young’

Charlie Kirk, the 31-year-old activist who was shot at an appearance at a Utah college on Wednesday, personifies the pugnacious, populist conservatism that has taken over the Republican Party in the age of President Donald Trump.

Harris Book

Kamala Harris says leaving re-election decision to Joe Biden was ‘recklessness’

Mars Rock Life

Mars rover findings offer strongest hints yet of potential signs of ancient life

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Protections needed to stop people believing chatbots are friends – expert

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Genocells launches autumn special offer

Genocells launches autumn special offer

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Cork's rough sleepers: A harsh reality of a glorious morning

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

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

Stay Safe Stay Clear: Electrical safety on the farm

Stay Safe Stay Clear: Electrical safety on the farm

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