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<p> The grave of 'Baby John' pictured as the Kerry Babies Press Conference was taking place in Cahersiveen Garda Station in 2018.</p>

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Kerry Babies: Gardaí submit file to DPP after 'extensive investigation'

The infant was discovered on the beach at White Strand, Caherciveen on April 14 1984 with 28 stab wounds.

<p>MEETING THEIR MATCH: Limerick’s Cian Lynch is tackled by Rob Downey of Cork in last year’s Munster SHC final at TUS Gaelic Grounds. The two players meet again tomorrow as the sides clash in the league final at the same venue. <span class="contextmenu emphasis CaptionCredit">Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile</span>
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Anthony Daly: Ticket chaos and Cork-Limerick rivalry expose GAA fixture issues

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Dear Dáithí: 'My daughter's boyfriend treats our couch like his spare bed'

ieExplains: How will the new Government saving scheme work?

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ieExplains: How will the new Government saving scheme work?

Thousands still without power in wake of Storm Dave

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Thousands still without power in wake of Storm Dave

A million-euro milestone revisited as Hayfield House returns to Ballinlough market

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A million-euro milestone revisited as Hayfield House returns to Ballinlough market

Limerick v Cork: Three key battles in the Division 1 Hurling League final

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Limerick v Cork: Three key battles in the Division 1 Hurling League final

Tommy Tiernan Show: Niall Horan on humble beginnings in Mullingar, One Direction fame, and losing Liam Payne

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Tommy Tiernan Show: Niall Horan on humble beginnings in Mullingar, One Direction fame, and losing Liam Payne

Bantry estate of grace with waterside cottage for €385,000

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Bantry estate of grace with waterside cottage for €385,000

News

'Moby Dick' novel signed by film cast donated to museum in Youghal

'Moby Dick' novel signed by film cast donated to museum in Youghal

The dozen or so signatures include those of director John Huston and of stars Leo Genn, Royal Dano, Friedrich von Ledebur, and Noel Purcell — and possibly the legendary Gregory Peck

Watch: Passage West Baptist Church prepare 3,000 Easter eggs for the 11th annual children’s egg hunt

Watch: Passage West Baptist Church prepare 3,000 Easter eggs for the 11th annual children’s egg hunt

AIB Press Photographer of the Year Award 2024

Get my flood warning system for free, inventor tells communities

Death announced of hospital reform campaigner James Johnston

Death announced of hospital reform campaigner James Johnston

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Southampton v Arsenal - Emirates FA Cup - Quarter Final - St Mary's Stadium

Arteta and Arsenal revert focus to domestic goals

For Arsenal, the broader objective has not changed, and the position in the league remains strong.

Oldschool Outlaw can boost Elliott’s champion trainer prospects

Oldschool Outlaw can boost Elliott’s champion trainer prospects

Derek Chisora v Deontay Wilder - The O2

Derek Chisora pondering future after split decision loss to Deontay Wilder

Juarno Augustus comes up against Jac Morgan 4/4/2026

Ulster book European Challenge Cup quarter-final with nervy win over Ospreys

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We love Easter Sunday lunch — it has to be lamb.

Top 100 restaurants in Ireland ranked, showcasing best food, chefs and dining experiences

S Top 100 restaurants in Ireland ranked, showcasing best food, chefs and dining experiences

Bought for €115m by Michael O’Flynn 20 years ago, work now set to begin at Long Mile Rd site

Bought for €115m by Michael O’Flynn 20 years ago, work now set to begin at Long Mile Rd site

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Caitríona Redmond: Simple supermarket swaps to save money

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Shona Murray: Trump is using the war in Iran to break up with Europe

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Lifestyle

Culture That Made Me: Katriona O’Sullivan, author of Poor, picks her touchstones

Culture That Made Me: Katriona O’Sullivan, author of Poor, picks her touchstones

Harper Lee, the Housewives of Beverly Hills, and the Two Norries feature among O'Sullivan's selections

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Life Hack: How to remove chocolate stains from clothes, carpets, and couches

Lexus RZ 500e review: no steering wheel, bold new tech — and a glimpse of the future of driving

Lexus RZ 500e review: no steering wheel, bold new tech — and a glimpse of the future of driving

Night Map of Ireland with City Lights Illumination

Sky Matters: Artificial light at night is adversely affecting our planet

Viewpoints

High school students doing exam in classroom

Seven deadlines and an AI dilemma: Is the new Leaving Cert fixing one problem by creating another?

Teachers back reform in principle but warn of inequality, AI misuse, and rising workload under new senior cycle

'SSIA on steroids': Will the Government's new savings and investment account deliver?

'SSIA on steroids': Will the Government's new savings and investment account deliver?

JD Vance

Marion McKeone: JD Vance needs all his Machiavellian instincts to avoid becoming Trump's whipping boy

Child sex abuse image crimes

European Parliament vote creates legal vacuum in battle against online child abuse

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Fiona Tierney takes over as new chair of the Pensions Authority

S Fiona Tierney takes over as new chair of the Pensions Authority

New chair of the Pensions Authority brings significant experience of oversight, remediation and compliance in regulated industries

Recruitment firm Barden unveils a suite of new senior roles

S Recruitment firm Barden unveils a suite of new senior roles

Outsourcing specialist Otonomee targets €50m in revenue

S Outsourcing specialist Otonomee targets €50m in revenue

Grant Thornton, new development role for its multinational platform

S Grant Thornton, new development role for its multinational platform

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The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: The lonely death of Jamie Weldon

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: The lonely death of Jamie Weldon

The inquest into Waterford man Jamie Weldon's death concluded last week with a verdict of suicide, but his family still have questions

Dalo's Hurling Show: Dalo and TJ jump the fence at the Munster Championship launch

S Dalo's Hurling Show: Dalo and TJ jump the fence at the Munster Championship launch

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Was IRA informer John Corcoran sacrificed? Former Special Branch handler breaks silence

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Was IRA informer John Corcoran sacrificed? Former Special Branch handler breaks silence

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Episode 2: Arena with Maurice Brosnan - Ruby Walsh on the art of punditry

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Watch: Passage West Baptist Church prepare 3,000 Easter eggs for the 11th annual children’s egg hunt

Watch: Passage West Baptist Church prepare 3,000 Easter eggs for the 11th annual children’s egg hunt

Watch as volunteers at Passage West Baptist Church prepare 3,000 Easter eggs for the 11th annual children’s fun run.

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When 5,000 cattle is small: the global beef divide facing Irish farmers

When 5,000 cattle is small: the global beef divide facing Irish farmers

South American producers scale up for global demand as Irish farmers confront rising competition and shifting EU trade rules

Michael O'Leary tells Irish beef farmers to 'stop whingeing' about Mercosur

Michael O'Leary tells Irish beef farmers to 'stop whingeing' about Mercosur

North Cork Creameries and Carbery reach milk supply agreement

North Cork Creameries and Carbery reach milk supply agreement

Farmer Receiving A Delivery Of Nitrogen Sulphur Fertiliser To A Sustainable Farm.

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Property

Serenity and sunshine at €695k Midleton home

Serenity and sunshine at €695k Midleton home

A cosy family home at Ballyannan is ready for new owners and a new lease of life

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Garden Q&A: Can I sow new grass in April?

You’d never guess the space hiding behind this Cork home’s front door

You’d never guess the space hiding behind this Cork home’s front door

A sailor’s dream home overlooking Cork Harbour comes to market at €850k

A sailor’s dream home overlooking Cork Harbour comes to market at €850k

World

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Trump warns that 'time is running out' for peace deal in Iran

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