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<p>Helen McEntee and Simon Harris with members of the Fine Gael parliamentary party pose for pictures during a think-in at Mullingar Park Hotel, Co Westmeath.</p>

politics

Simon Harris refuses to speculate on political future following threats to family

The Fine Gael leader described the threats against him and his family as being 'sinister and subversive'

<p>The plans would see the construction of 251 apartments, an office block for up to 580 workers, a new civic plaza/market square for gatherings such as the weekly farmers markets, a multi-storey car park, a discount retailer, and eight to 10 additional 'bigger box' shops.</p>

munster

Cork City Council puts brakes on Mahon Point 2.0 plans

<p>Denis Morris was remanded on continuing bail to appear again on October 20 to enter a plea. Photo: Collins Courts</p>

court and crime

'Staring' man followed influencer from street to her hotel room while holding his belt, court told

Woman shopping at a grocery store and checking her receipt

advice

Caitríona Redmond: Food prices are at a tipping point — brace for a hard winter

STerry Prone: Bertie Ahern’s past political bombs come back to blow up in his face

economy

Zippay: Irish banks to launch Revolut rival two years after previous effort was scrapped

Cork's snakes and ladders: Erin's Own's 38-year senior stint or Newtownshandrum's 29-year about to end

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Cork's snakes and ladders: Erin's Own's 38-year senior stint or Newtownshandrum's 29-year about to end

Edinburgh International Book Festival

culture

Culture That Made Me: Fergal Keane of the BBC on Cork, Keats, and Vietnam

New Banksy artwork

world

Concealed Banksy artwork shows judge beating unarmed protester

Regular Columnists

S Terry Prone: Bertie Ahern’s past political bombs come back to blow up in his face

Michael Clifford

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

Paul Hosford: Still waiting for forgiveness, Bertie Ahern bows out of the race for the Áras

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

Insight: Must Reads

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

Aoife CodyKane shares her experience of using a housesitting website to travel while keeping costs low — and all the pets she befriended along the way

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

45th Annual News Emmy Awards

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

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

News

Claims Fine Gael is anti-democratic to oppose Independent candidates 'utter rubbish', says Tánaiste

Claims Fine Gael is anti-democratic to oppose Independent candidates 'utter rubbish', says Tánaiste

The Fine Gael move brought criticism from Aontú and Independent Ireland, who accused Fine Gael of 'shutting down' democratic routes to the presidency

CAO Round Two offers over 1,200 students college places for first time

CAO Round Two offers over 1,200 students college places for first time

Woman uses her cell phone application connected to her car.

Government expected to tender for upgrade of country's public warning system

HSE to hire more dentists after 'unacceptable' delay in care for autistic boy in Waterford

HSE to hire more dentists after 'unacceptable' delay in care for autistic boy in Waterford

sport

Dublin v Meath - TG4 All-Ireland Ladies Football Senior Championship Final

Dublin top LGFA All-Star nominations with nod for 12 players

The 2025 TG4 Ladies Football All-Stars nominees have been revealed

Bryn Cunningham departs Ulster for new challenge

Bryn Cunningham departs Ulster for new challenge

Ukraine v France - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Deschamps allays suggestions of rift between France and PSG

Republic of Ireland Media Conference and Training Session

'Armenia are a fast counter-attacking team' - Ireland manager warns against complacency

Lifestyle

Sarah Butler: My chicken tikka masala recipe is easy and tastes better than takeaway

Sarah Butler: My chicken tikka masala recipe is easy and tastes better than takeaway

Plus: home-baked muffins are the perfect snack for busy school mornings and lunchbox surprises.

Having Fun at School

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

Music - Supertramp - London

Supertramp co-founder and singer Rick Davies dies at 81

2025 MTV VMAs - Show

Lady Gaga wins artist of the year among four awards at MTV VMAs

Viewpoints

Social media app icons displayed on Apple iPhone

Proposed EU Chat Control regulation could create surveillance state

New law would threaten individual privacy and undermine public trust in digital life as well as leaving every European device open to cyber-criminals and hostile states, writes Brian Honan

Israel Palestinians Gaza

Knowledge is power, and Israel is intent on destroying both in Gaza

Limerick mayoral election

Future of artists support scheme is yet to be determined

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

Subscriber

Inside Eli Lilly’s Cork plant making key ingredient for Mounjaro weight-loss drug

S Inside Eli Lilly’s Cork plant making key ingredient for Mounjaro weight-loss drug

Eli Lilly’s Kinsale plant produces tirzepatide, the active ingredient in Mounjaro, making Cork central to the global weight-loss revolution

East Cork JAHC: Killeagh progress as Carrigtwohill braced for relegation battle

S East Cork JAHC: Killeagh progress as Carrigtwohill braced for relegation battle

Cork Premier SHC: Niall O'Sullivan 'immensely proud' as side show 'true Newcestown spirit'

S Cork Premier SHC: Niall O'Sullivan 'immensely proud' as side show 'true Newcestown spirit'

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

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

LISTEN 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

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

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

IRELAND-POLITICS-DE VALERA

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

Watch Now

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

Agricultural Science Association confirms its new president

Agricultural Science Association confirms its new president

Wicklow native and the director of Meat Industry Ireland has been named the new ASA president

Counting Money Hands Holding Euro Bills, Examining the Value of Cash and Currency Assets

Lighten Up: The ploughing... like Cannes, only better!

Which one's your favourite?

Planning for the future of the family farm

Farmer and Financial Advisor

Tax reliefs for farm succession

Property

Worker Spraying Blown Fiberglass Insulation between Attic Trusses

What are the choices when it comes to a home energy upgrade?

Should I go with the heat-pump upgrade or solar?

Starter Homes: Four Cork homes for less than €335,000

Starter Homes: Four Cork homes for less than €335,000

Cultivation of spinach in the ecological family urban garden ready to harvest

Garden Q&A: What vegetables should I plant in September?

Parish life beckons at €340k former West Cork presbytery

Parish life beckons at €340k former West Cork presbytery

World

France Politics

France’s prime minister pleads for support to reduce debts ahead of key vote

French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou is making a last-ditch effort to save his job, urging officials expected to topple him in a confidence vote later on Monday to back his plans to curb France’s debts that he said are “submerging us”.

APTOPIX Israel Palestinians Gaza

Israel demolishes high-rise building in Gaza City as part of ramped-up offensive

Israel Palestinians

Palestinian gunmen open fire at Jerusalem bus stop, killing six

Nepal Protest

Police in Nepal open fire on anti-government protesters, killing 10

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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

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