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<p>Taoiseach Micheál Martin. See the 'Irish Examiner' (print and online) on Monday for Elaine Loughlin's analysis of the views of 51 Fianna Fáil TDs, senators, and MEPs. Picture: Conor Ó Mearáin/PA</p>

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Micheál Martin should step down this year, say Fianna Fáil TDs, MEPs, and senators

A solid majority of parliamentary party members tell the 'Irish Examiner' Mr Martin should quit after Ireland's EU presidency — with Jim O’Callaghan and Dara Calleary frontrunners to take his place

<p>SWITCHING FOCUS: In Thurles, the attention on the All-Ireland SFC clash went on longer than scheduled, keeping RTE presenter Joanne Cantwell, Peter Canavan, floor manager Michael Broughton and Colm Cooper engaged and animated while coverage of Cork and Offaly at Semple Stadium was delayed. Pic: Paul Phelan/Sportsfile</p>

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'That's the respect we've shown hurling': RTÉ pundit angry after station misses start of Cork-Offaly

<p>After this month, there will be a customs duty of €3 for each item in a parcel of goods bought online from non-EU countries. File picture</p>

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Scam warning for Irish consumers ahead of change to customs charges

Funeral mass of Noreen Daly hears of 'incredible life' of 'amazing woman'

munster

Funeral mass of Noreen Daly hears of 'incredible life' of 'amazing woman'

Six things we learned during Zach Bryan's first night in Cork, from surprise guests to traffic

culture

Six things we learned during Zach Bryan's first night in Cork, from surprise guests to traffic

Planners reject drive-thru plans for Cork restaurants on Kinsale Rd

development and construction

Planners reject drive-thru plans for Cork restaurants on Kinsale Rd

Donegal v Cork - GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Round 2A

gaa

All-Ireland SFC quarter-final draw: Who can face who after weekend games

Joe Bonamassa on the release of his live Rory Gallagher tribute album, recorded in Cork

culture

Joe Bonamassa on the release of his live Rory Gallagher tribute album, recorded in Cork

Ger Brennan and Jim McGuinness 21/6/2026

gaa

'Something's got to give': Jim McGuinness laments Donegal fatigue as season unravels

News

Cork fundraiser will honour Siege of Jadotville soldiers

Cork fundraiser will honour Siege of Jadotville soldiers

'Jadotville Remembered' aims to commemorate the bravery and sacrifice of Irish soldiers who served in the Congo in the 1960s

Campaigners seeking in-camera rule changes to attend Leinster House meeting

Campaigners seeking in-camera rule changes to attend Leinster House meeting

Balance sign in court

Restorative justice referrals surge by more than 22% year-on-year

Probe into mother and baby homes

Mother and baby home survivor question records access

sport

Leinster v Vodacom Bulls - United Rugby Championship Grand Final

Leo Cullen: 'Munster trolls' responsible for a lot of Leinster criticism

Cullen said he and his fellow Leinster coach coaches are "protective of the team if someone says something not nice about us"

Uruguay v Cabo Verde - 2026 FIFA World Cup Group H

Cape Verde impress again as they hold Uruguay to 2-2 draw

Wyndham Clark

US Open champ Clark says New York crowd hate is not reciprocated

US Open Golf

Wyndham Clark survives final-round scare to win US Open at Shinnecock Hills

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Insight: Must Reads

'He was such a beautiful boy': Family of Qayyum Balogun remember their Superman

'He was such a beautiful boy': Family of Qayyum Balogun remember their Superman

In his family home in Dundalk, father Ibrahim Balogun, mother Teslimot Balogun, and stepmother Loveth Patrick are joined by teacher Muirne Lawler as they recall the life of the late 21-year-old who had just finished his college exams

Bill Kenneally and Waterford's open secret: The paedophile who ran rampant through the city

Bill Kenneally and Waterford's open secret: The paedophile who ran rampant through the city

Where to eat outdoors in Munster: 24 top spots from hidden courtyards to seaside terraces

Where to eat outdoors in Munster: 24 top spots from hidden courtyards to seaside terraces

'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

Regular Columnists

S Terry Prone: Cliché-peddlers double-click on a journey to work out key takeaways

Michael Clifford

Mick Clifford: Finglas school told to dream, inspire and succeed — while rain pours through the roof

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Gareth O'Callaghan: Father’s Day reminds us there is no such thing as a perfect dad

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Colin Sheridan: Where is the line between welcoming investment and surrendering identity?

Lifestyle

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Sex File: My wife wants more sex than I do

I have tried explaining I still find her attractive and don’t want her to feel rejected, but I think that is what’s happening

Orla Whelan: Sulphur exhibition in Cork takes inspiration from UCC's geology collection

Orla Whelan: Sulphur exhibition in Cork takes inspiration from UCC's geology collection

‘He brings out the best in me’: Three daughters share their Father's Day appreciation

‘He brings out the best in me’: Three daughters share their Father's Day appreciation

Why a Cork doctor believes the answer to better health starts in the kitchen

Why a Cork doctor believes the answer to better health starts in the kitchen

Viewpoints

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Norma Foley: We must listen to young voices regarding social media ban

With other countries promising to follow in Australia’s footsteps, any ban here has to be crafted with the insight and wisdom of the people it will affect, writes Norma Foley

Young programmer analyzing code on laptop and large screen in modern office

Do women have an AI problem?

Pension power: How nuns drove the medieval economy before banking began

Pension power: How nuns drove the medieval economy before banking began

Australia Shooting

Bondi hero Ahmed Al Ahmed's life has spiralled out of control — is it a lesson for us all?

Property

€845k bungalow on 21 acres in West Cork is a shore thing

€845k bungalow on 21 acres in West Cork is a shore thing

The remarkable landholding at this Roaring Water Bay property is attracting interest around the globe, writes Trish Dromey

€650,000 End-of-terrace with elevated views over stylish Kinsale brings equally high demand

€650,000 End-of-terrace with elevated views over stylish Kinsale brings equally high demand

'An Pocar' birthplace for sale in West Cork starts at €475k

'An Pocar' birthplace for sale in West Cork starts at €475k

A Cork address where location is every bit as valuable as the €1.3m house

A Cork address where location is every bit as valuable as the €1.3m house

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S Terry Prone: Cliché-peddlers double-click on a journey to work out key takeaways

Clichés have the spurious benefit of bonding; they are part of the ritual dance of ‘Us’ versus ‘Them’ but none of us should have the bandwidth for corporate clichés

Damien Cahalane with Brian Duignan 21/6/2026

S Christy O'Connor: Dangerous head-high tackles in hurling have to be stamped out

James Owens 20/6/2026

S Brian Gavin: James Owens in pole position for hurling final and that points to worrying trend

Joe O’Connor and Graham O’Sullivan after the game after the game D20/6/2026

S Kingdom's demolition a reminder that power is a curious thing

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An Irishwoman's Diary: Lady Arabella Denny was a woman before her time

An Irishwoman's Diary: Lady Arabella Denny was a woman before her time

Clodagh Finn joins Deirdre O'Shaugnessy to discuss the woman who left very explicit — and unusual — instructions for what was to be done when she died

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: 'Hell is not the proper place for' Bill Kenneally

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: 'Hell is not the proper place for' Bill Kenneally

Brexit 10 years on: What has been the real impact on Ireland and the UK?

Brexit 10 years on: What has been the real impact on Ireland and the UK?

Dalo's Hurling Show: Clare peeking out of the long grass, Cork to end the Offaly story?

S Dalo's Hurling Show: Clare peeking out of the long grass, Cork to end the Offaly story?

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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

Farm, food and fun draw more than 40,000 to Cork Summer Show

Farm, food and fun draw more than 40,000 to Cork Summer Show

Over 40,000 people attended the 220TH Cork Summer Show with live milking demonstrations, sheep shearing, showing, horticultural and cooking demonstrations.

Darren Allen: Growing quality crops is only half the battle for tillage farmers

Darren Allen: Growing quality crops is only half the battle for tillage farmers

New EPA report finds 54% of monitored rivers in acceptable biological condition

New EPA report finds 54% of monitored rivers in acceptable biological condition

Farm buildings

Ask a Solicitor: Unauthorised development and the risks of relying on the seven-year rule

World

20 years of continuous human presence in space

International Space Station astronauts stood ready to evacuate during air leak repairs

Fractures in the Zvezda service module had been an ongoing concern, said Nasa

Vance Iran US

JD Vance meets top Iranian officials as US looks to get negotiations back on track

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JD Vance arrives in Switzerland for Iran negotiations on deal to end war

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Pope hails relevance today of American saint who cared for migrants

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Cape Clear Lavender Festival returns as community project marks five years of growth

Cape Clear Lavender Festival returns as community project marks five years of growth

From 500 plants to more than 5,000, the island's unique agritourism initiative continues to flourish

Dairy farmers get ready to navigate new anti-parasitic regulations

Dairy farmers get ready to navigate new anti-parasitic regulations

Coca-Cola Thank You Fund sponsored

Coca-Cola Thank You Fund to surpass €2m invested in local communities

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Ireland’s regtech moment: Ticking all the boxes for growth

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