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<p>HARD YARDS: France's Charlotte Escudero tackles Ireland's Elena Perry. Scott Bemand's side saw their tournament ed at the quarter-final stage. Pic: INPHO/Dan Sheridan</p>

rugby

Ireland bow out of World Cup after second-half comeback from France

Scott Bemand's side were 13-0 up at the break but were reeled in at Sandy Park.

<p>Dara Calleary. File picture: Gareth Chaney/ Collins Photos</p>

politics

Second tier of child benefit will not be rolled out as part of Budget 2026, says Calleary

<p>At the Arc Cinema, Cork, for the European premiere of the film Steve, as part of the Sounds from a Safe Harbour festival, were writer Max Porter, producer Alan Moloney, actor Cillian Murphy, director Tim Mielants, and festival founder Mary Hickson. Picture: Bríd O’Donovan</p>

culture

Cillian Murphy 'emotional' to be in Cork for European premiere of new film Steve

Depressed teenage girl

columnists

Dear Dáithí: How can I break out of this post-summer malaise?

Ricky Hatton File Photo

other

Former world boxing champion Ricky Hatton found dead at his home at the age of 46

Towering Heights: Five-bedroom Cork home with garden, upgrades and style for €775k

residential

Towering Heights: Five-bedroom Cork home with garden, upgrades and style for €775k

After numerous near Kerry misses, Ballymacelligott prove the only remedy is to keep trying

gaa

After numerous near Kerry misses, Ballymacelligott prove the only remedy is to keep trying

Restaurant review: Cork's Nosh 19 is a treat for fans of authentic Chinese fare

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Restaurant review: Cork's Nosh 19 is a treat for fans of authentic Chinese fare

Man, 20s, dies following single-car crash in Tralee

munster

Man, 20s, dies following single-car crash in Tralee

Regular Columnists

Michael Clifford

S Mick Clifford: Maria Steen’s late bid for presidency lacks the groundwork to succeed

Paul Hosford: Ireland needs long-term budgets that look beyond short-term politics

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Colin Sheridan: Reaction to Charlie Kirk's killing shows our selective compassion

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Gareth O'Callaghan: From Charlie Kirk’s death to Simon Harris’s threats, politics is crossing a deadly line

Insight: Must Reads

I went on a seafari in Sligo to see whales and dolphins — but they might be on borrowed time

I went on a seafari in Sligo to see whales and dolphins — but they might be on borrowed time

Shamim de Brún sets sail on a seafari in Co Sligo - and hears how these encounters with whales and dolphins could be on borrowed time

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Michael Moynihan: The secret world of paid GAA managers and under-the-table incentives

The Divine Comedy: On new music, love, loss and Timotheé Chalamet

The Divine Comedy: On new music, love, loss and Timotheé Chalamet

Revolution Wind's Rhode Island Construction Hub

Novo Nordisk and Orsted troubles spark fears Denmark faces its own 'Nokia moment'

News

Biodiversity experts plan for arrival of invasive species amid rise in temperatures

Biodiversity experts plan for arrival of invasive species amid rise in temperatures

A risk register of the chances of non-native species arriving here will be developed

Meath footballer with MS urges people to support readathon

Meath footballer with MS urges people to support readathon

Conor McGregor court case

Elon Musk offered Conor McGregor financial backing for presidential bid

Daniel O'Donnell to close long-running fan club but singer has no plans to retire

Daniel O'Donnell to close long-running fan club but singer has no plans to retire

sport

Pauline Bourdon Sansus celebrates turnover 14/9/2025

As it happened: Heartbreak for Ireland as France rally to reach Women's Rugby World Cup semis

The sides face off in Exeter with a place in the last-four on the line.

World Boxing Championships 2025 - Sunday

Gold for Aoife O'Rourke at the World Boxing Championships

Cathal Ó Beaglaoich and David Clifford 14/9/2025

Gaeltacht back at Kerry’s top table after convincing IFC final win over weary Fossa

World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025 - Day 2

Agony to ecstasy as Healy earns reprieve to clinch 1500m final place in Tokyo

Lifestyle

'We're not going to put up and shut up': Cork health event encourages women to seek change

'We're not going to put up and shut up': Cork health event encourages women to seek change

September Reset Live saw over 150 women gather in Cork for thought-provoking health workshops and workouts

Gig reviews: Ye Vagabonds and Villagers impress at Safe Harbour in Cork

Gig reviews: Ye Vagabonds and Villagers impress at Safe Harbour in Cork

Safe Harbour review: Gems galore as acts collaborate at 37d03d Mixtape concert

Safe Harbour review: Gems galore as acts collaborate at 37d03d Mixtape concert

Little boy swimming crawl in pool

How to help your child stick with a new hobby or skill

Viewpoints

APTOPIX Charlie Kirk Shot

Marion McKeone: The void after Charlie Kirk’s death could unleash something even more dangerous

The assassination of Charlie Kirk has destabilised conservative politics, exposed America’s addiction to violence, and raised urgent questions about who inherits his power

APTOPIX Charlie Kirk Shot

Unrest over shooting of Charlie Kirk could have ramifications for Ireland, academic warns

Defence ministers meeting

Russia and Israel have given Europe a lesson it cannot ignore

Construction of new homes at Ebbsfleet Garden City in Kent.

Ciarán Casey: Lack of vision has wasted Ireland's unplanned tax windfall

Subscriber

Mick Clifford: Maria Steen’s late bid for presidency lacks the groundwork to succeed

S Mick Clifford: Maria Steen’s late bid for presidency lacks the groundwork to succeed

Presidential elections should demand grit, planning and sacrifice — not last-minute declarations or vanity bids dressed as democracy

Cork v Roscommon - Allianz Football League Division 2

S Cork IAFC: Cathail O'Mahony stars for Mitchelstown in convincing win over Kildorrery

Netflix's Canelo vs Crawford - Press Conference

S Spike O'Sullivan: Canelo and Crawford haven't left it too late, fight should go down like fine wine

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S Ciara Griffin: Set-piece battles and playmaker duels define World Cup quarter-finals

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Mick Clifford: Liam Farrell’s mysterious death still leaves family searching for answers

Mick Clifford: Liam Farrell’s mysterious death still leaves family searching for answers

The sudden death of a healthy, active, and social octogenarian left too many questions unanswered for his family and friends

The Mick Clifford Podcast: The race to Áras an Uachtaráin heats up

The Mick Clifford Podcast: The race to Áras an Uachtaráin heats up

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

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

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?

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APTOPIX Charlie Kirk Shot

Watch: Conservative influencer Charlie Kirk shot dead at Utah event

Eyewitness video captured confusion among the crowd at a Utah University event on Wednesday after US right-wing activist and commentator Charlie Kirk, an influential ally of President Donald Trump, was fatally shot in the neck.

Amgen Irish Open 2025 - Day Four - The K Club

Watch: Rory McIlroy reacts to winning the Irish Open

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

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

farming

Ireland set to host World Ploughing Contest in 2034

Ireland set to host World Ploughing Contest in 2034

It will be the 80th anniversary of the event being first held on the island of Ireland in 1954, when Killarney was the venue. That was also the first time the Contest was staged in Europe

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Seeking great idea and a new thinking cap

Ploughing ahead in fair and foul weather

Ploughing ahead in fair and foul weather

Coveted titles at 'the new Croker'

Coveted titles at 'the new Croker'

Property

Counter culture: The new choices in kitchen showrooms

Counter culture: The new choices in kitchen showrooms

Everything you need to know about the newest counter choice in most kitchen showrooms – porcelain

Inside Lough Mahon House: Cork luxury home with gardens, sauna and wine cellar for €2.95m

Inside Lough Mahon House: Cork luxury home with gardens, sauna and wine cellar for €2.95m

Storybook Kinsale cottage with rare garden on market for €545,000

Storybook Kinsale cottage with rare garden on market for €545,000

Vibrant Colors And Beauty Of Springtime Flowers

Garden Events in September

World

Nepal Protest

Nepal’s new PM urges ‘calm and co-operation’ after violent protests

Nepal’s new prime minister has taken office and “urged calm and co-operation to rebuild” the Himalayan nation after days of violent protests last week left at least 72 people dead and destroyed government buildings and politicians’ homes.

Charlie Kirk Shot

Authorities seek to learn more about motivation behind Charlie Kirk shooting

Israel Palestinians US Rubio

Rubio in Israel as strikes intensify in northern Gaza

Vatican Pope

Pope thanks well-wishers as he gives noon blessing on his 70th birthday

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Step into organic farming

Step into organic farming

Genocells launches autumn special offer

Genocells launches autumn special offer

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

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