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<p>The jury had reached a unanimous verdict finding Niall Long (pictured) guilty of murder.</p>

court and crime

Jury finds one man guilty of Kieran Quilligan murder, still to decide on second accused

Luke Taylor faces the same charge of murdering Kieran Quilligan — a charge he denies

<p>Presidential poll: Independent candidate Catherine Connolly (left) and Fine Gael candidate Heather Humphreys. Picture: Niall Carson/PA Wire</p>

politics

Connolly extends commanding lead over Humphreys in final presidential election poll

<p>Salmon Watch Ireland said the fact that nobody has been held responsible for the loss of 32,000 fish illustrates the need for tougher enforcement and clearer response protocols. Photo: IFI/Facebook</p>

munster

Call for end to 'light touch' enforcement in wake of country's biggest ever fish kill

What a Difference a Day Makes: 'A dog is the reason I'm here today'

people

What a Difference a Day Makes: 'A dog is the reason I'm here today'

Taoiseach: Violent rioting 'will not be tolerated'

politics

Taoiseach: Violent rioting 'will not be tolerated'

Oak Fire Pizza founder captures Bronx spirit with new Cork eatery

companies

Oak Fire Pizza founder captures Bronx spirit with new Cork eatery

SJohn Fallon: How Irish clubs are set to spend academy funding

Woman with cup of drink and book near fireplace at home, closeup

people

Bernard O'Shea: Five reasons why we quietly quit in October

Irish presidential election

politics

'Polls don't decide elections' the mantra for Heather Humphreys' final day on campaign trail

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Michael Moynihan

S Michael Moynihan: The (Cork) questions we should be asking presidential election hopefuls

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Sarah Harte: New law doesn't go far enough to rebalance free speech rights

S Fergus Finlay: Is the 'spoil your vote' campaign loony or something more sinister?

S Terry Prone: Seriously, what planet does Britain’s deluded Prince Andrew inhabit?

Presidential election

Irish presidential election

‘Please come out and vote’: Heather Humphreys confident she can close poll gap

Heather Humphreys ended her campaign in Sligo and Donegal, urging voters to back her as polls tighten

Latest poll: Catherine Connolly on course for commanding victory in presidential race

Latest poll: Catherine Connolly on course for commanding victory in presidential race

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S Michael Moynihan: The (Cork) questions we should be asking presidential election hopefuls

Irish presidential election

ieExplains: What happens if Jim Gavin wins the presidency after dropping out?

News

Government awareness campaign a waste of resources, says abuse survivor

Government awareness campaign a waste of resources, says abuse survivor

Paula Kavanagh said: 'How much money is being spent on these awareness campaigns when that funding could be used by the very organisations they’re urging victims to call?'

Cork LGBT+ Pride Festival dispute with employee 'crying out for mediation', says judge

Cork LGBT+ Pride Festival dispute with employee 'crying out for mediation', says judge

Women protest outside Dáil at lack of facilities for homebirths and water births

Women protest outside Dáil at lack of facilities for homebirths and water births

Ex-garda in prison for inciting rape admits to unauthorised disclosure of PULSE data

Ex-garda in prison for inciting rape admits to unauthorised disclosure of PULSE data

sport

Netherlands Soccer Europa League

Wasteful Villa humbled as Go Ahead Eagles soar

Villa missed a host of chances to kill the game, though, and came unstuck as goals from Mathis Suray and Mats Deijl either side of half-time gave Go Ahead a famous victory in one of the biggest games in their history.

Dan Kelly celebrates 18/10/2025

Kelly's Munster start rewarded with Ireland XV place for Spain trip

Nara shows her class at Clonmel

Nara shows her class at Clonmel

Tessa Wullaert 23/10/2025

Belgium's aging golden generation keeping the Red Flame alive

Insight: Must Reads

Katriona O'Sullivan: 'Even in the darkest moments, there was so much brightness, too'

Katriona O'Sullivan: 'Even in the darkest moments, there was so much brightness, too'

As guest editor, Annmarie O’Connor wanted to interview a person who had faced the rubble of life. Here, she talks to Katriona O’Sullivan about picking up the pieces

Draining sewage from pipe into river, pollution rivers and ecology.

Mick Clifford: Our rivers are not the only places to have been polluted under the IFI

ADELE MINER

'I feel sad my Dad does not have his daughter in his life — but his loss is far greater than mine'

3d Young Girl Contemplating Crossing Colourful Space. Illustration. Unrecognisable, Created In 3d Software

Loneliness in modern Irish life — and the case for rebuilding community

Lifestyle

'Palpable energy' of Jazz Fest welcomed back to Cork's streets and stages

'Palpable energy' of Jazz Fest welcomed back to Cork's streets and stages

From its humble beginnings at the Metropole Hotel 47 years ago, the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival has grown into one of the city’s most anticipated annual events, with packed venues, hotels, and bars boosting the coffers of local businesses

From cooling mists to CBD serums, these are my hero products for menopause

From cooling mists to CBD serums, these are my hero products for menopause

‘Wonderfully brilliant musical genius’ Soft Cell’s Dave Ball dies aged 66

‘Wonderfully brilliant musical genius’ Soft Cell’s Dave Ball dies aged 66

Pine marten 'resurrection' after nearly being wiped out by guns, strychnine, and habitat destruction

Pine marten 'resurrection' after nearly being wiped out by guns, strychnine, and habitat destruction

Viewpoints

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Michael Moynihan explores the GAA’s future in new book

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Michael Moynihan explores the GAA’s future in new book

Irish Examiner journalist Michael Moynihan discusses the GAA’s future, exploring its growing popularity, challenges, and the forces shaping its direction

Inclusive education schemes must go on so more first-generation graduates can change their family stories forever

Inclusive education schemes must go on so more first-generation graduates can change their family stories forever

Depression, alcohol and domestic violence abuse stock

Joining the dots between alcohol and domestic violence

Googles AI Data Protection Practices Probed by Irish Regulator

Ireland is the world's second-largest importer of Israeli goods. We've sold our morals

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Golden Miller

S Paul Rouse: How National Hunt became part of Irish identity

Horse racing was understood to be Ireland’s national sport before the establishment of the GAA in the late 19th century.

Business movers: People starting new jobs in Ireland

S Business movers: People starting new jobs in Ireland

MTU appoints new university executive and unveils five new faculties

S MTU appoints new university executive and unveils five new faculties

Hotel review: This coastal Waterford escape is full of potential

S Hotel review: This coastal Waterford escape is full of potential

LISTEN NOW

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: Tensions rise ahead of final presidential debate

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: Tensions rise ahead of final presidential debate

Experts say tonight’s Prime Time debate could still sway voters as the presidential campaign enters its final, heated stage

The Gaelic Football Show: the life and legacy of Philly Ryan

S The Gaelic Football Show: the life and legacy of Philly Ryan

Dalo's Hurling Show: Sars in control, Na Piarsaigh reclaim, Dalo down but TJ bouncing

S Dalo's Hurling Show: Sars in control, Na Piarsaigh reclaim, Dalo down but TJ bouncing

The iBusiness Podcast: Sarah Harte on the rise of misogyny in the era of AI

The iBusiness Podcast: Sarah Harte on the rise of misogyny in the era of AI

Watch Now

Watch: Finalists announced for the Comedy Wildlife Photography awards

Watch: Finalists announced for the Comedy Wildlife Photography awards

Watch a selection of the photo and video finalists in the 2025 Nikon Comedy Wildlife awards. A winner will be announced on 9 December in London.

Watch: Scenes from the Citywest riots

Watch: Scenes from the Citywest riots

Watch: North Mon-ster giant pumpkin

Watch: North Mon-ster giant pumpkin

farming

Tipperary farm awarded top prize at the Quality Milk Awards

Tipperary farm awarded top prize at the Quality Milk Awards

The Ryan Family from Moyne, Thurles were the overall winners of the 2025 National Dairy Council and Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards.

Poultry farmer's fears heighten after Fota outbreak of bird flu

Poultry farmer's fears heighten after Fota outbreak of bird flu

IFA not backing any presidential candidate

IFA not backing any presidential candidate

Cattle Market

Beef Report: Prices have lifted by up to 10 cents/kg across the main categories this week

Property

Jennifer Sheahan: Tiny-home tricks and treats for a sustainable Halloween that's weird and wonderful

Jennifer Sheahan: Tiny-home tricks and treats for a sustainable Halloween that's weird and wonderful

'It’s tempting to buy a load of tat online and throw it out after the 31st, but that’s needlessly wasteful and there are far more fun and creative ways to decorate that don't fill the bin'

Two period homes for the price of one (million) on Cork's Blackrock Road

Two period homes for the price of one (million) on Cork's Blackrock Road

Giving landlords a good name....€925k No 10 North Mall is on Leeside's nicest street

Giving landlords a good name....€925k No 10 North Mall is on Leeside's nicest street

LPT explained: how to self-assess the value of your Irish properties and avoid Revenue penalties

LPT explained: how to self-assess the value of your Irish properties and avoid Revenue penalties

World

Russia Tuapse 08.08.2022 Rosneft Oil Storage

US and EU target Russian oil companies funding the war in Ukraine

The US and the EU are hitting Russia with another round of sanctions, aiming to cut into oil and gas export earnings that fund Moscow’s war against Ukraine.

APTOPIX White House Demolition

White House East Wing demolished as Trump proceeds with ballroom construction

Sports-Betting-Arrests

NBA player and coach among dozens arrested in gambling probe tied to mafia

Trump Pardon Changpeng Zhao

Trump pardons Binance founder Changpeng Zhao

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