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Flares and bottles thrown at gardaí as hundreds protest at Citywest for second night

Gardai are attempting to disperse the crowd from the area in the west of Dublin

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

politics

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

<p>Manchán Magan, photographed in July 2024. He has been shotlisted posthumously for an Irish Book Award. Picture: Marc O'Sullivan</p>

culture

Revealed: Manchán Magan among authors shortlisted for Irish Book Awards

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people

Richard Hogan: Vaping is not a healthy alternative to smoking — full stop

Migrant accommodation

news

Citywest protests: 'Violence results in more violence and it becomes a vicious cycle'

LDA committed to almost €500m housing investment in Cork

development and construction

LDA committed to almost €500m housing investment in Cork

Tipperary v Longford - Allianz Football League Division 4

gaa

'My hero, my best friend': Philly Ryan honoured by son Shane

Sweet soul, classic reggae, and cutting-edge improvisation: 20 to see at Cork Jazz Festival

culture

Sweet soul, classic reggae, and cutting-edge improvisation: 20 to see at Cork Jazz Festival

Limerick firm agrees not to dismiss director who alleged CEO was spending company funds on girlfriends

court and crime

Limerick firm agrees not to dismiss director who alleged CEO was spending company funds on girlfriends

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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?

Michael Clifford

Mick Clifford: Catherine Connolly’s likely win signals a shift in Ireland’s political landscape

Presidential election

Irish presidential election

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

Jim Gavin’s withdrawal came too late to remove his name from the ballot, meaning he could still legally win

Irish presidential election

Heather Humphreys calls on Fianna Fáil supporters to lend her their vote

IFA not backing any presidential candidate

IFA not backing any presidential candidate

'Malicious deepfake': Condemnation of AI video falsely showing Catherine Connolly ending campaign

'Malicious deepfake': Condemnation of AI video falsely showing Catherine Connolly ending campaign

News

Five men charged in connection with rioting at IPAS centre in Citywest released on bail

Five men charged in connection with rioting at IPAS centre in Citywest released on bail

Bail conditions include a ban on going to Citywest, Saggart, and its environs, for the duration of the prosecutions

Ireland not using soft EU defence loan fund as markets 'cheaper'

Ireland not using soft EU defence loan fund as markets 'cheaper'

Migrant accommodation

Regulator 'in contact with several online platforms' over Citywest rioting

Government proposes new electricity interconnector between Ireland and Spain

Government proposes new electricity interconnector between Ireland and Spain

sport

Monaco Soccer Champions League

Champions League round-up: Spurs hold Monaco while Real Madrid and Bayern Munich secure wins

The Ligue 1 side, who have two points from three games, had the clearest chances but Tottenham keeper Guglielmo Vicario proved decisive between the posts.

Chelsea v Ajax - UEFA Champions League - League Stage - Stamford Bridge

Chelsea starlets rip 10-man Ajax apart

Eintracht Frankfurt v Liverpool - UEFA Champions League - League Stage - Deutsche Bank Park

Liverpool end losing run in style with five-star showing in Frankfurt

A view of training in North Macedonia 22/10/2025

Shelbourne in Skopje, the scene of Ireland horror shows under Mick McCarthy

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'

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

Lifestyle

The BRIT Awards 1992

Tom Dunne: Bill Drummond, KLF and the decision to set fire to a million quid

Liverpool music legend Drummond has an impressive CV, but he'll likely be mainly remembered for one foolhardy act

Anja Murray: Is a river alive? And if so, does it have rights?

Anja Murray: Is a river alive? And if so, does it have rights?

Bon Jovi announce summer 2026 tour

Bon Jovi confirm return to Ireland with summer gig in Croke Park

There’s a knit for everyone — here are 10 ways to wear them

There’s a knit for everyone — here are 10 ways to wear them

Viewpoints

Louise Burne: If this was Humphreys’ last chance, she didn’t take it

Louise Burne: If this was Humphreys’ last chance, she didn’t take it

The final debate between Catherine Connolly and Heather Humphreys lacked fire, offering voters little new insight ahead of polling day

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

Law scale rules regulations

We shouldn't take the cab rank rule for granted in Ireland's justice system

A Mural of Independent Presidential Candidate Catherine Connolly by artist Emmalene Blake on South Dock Road, Dublin.

Mick Clifford: Connolly bank case row shows how outrage depends on who’s in the firing line

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Tommy Martin: Like Ronaldo and United, has ravenous Haaland outgrown City?

S Tommy Martin: Like Ronaldo and United, has ravenous Haaland outgrown City?

It's no slight on City to say he is one of those exceptions to that thing about no man being bigger than the club.

Atletico de Madrid v Eintracht Frankfurt - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD2

S Liverpool's next problem? The Frankfurt starlet following Marmoush and Ekitike

Leinster v Munster - United Rugby Championship

S Donal Lenihan: McMillan's sharp edge fuelling a Munster revival

Corn Uí Mhuirí team-by-team guide, and the starlets to watch out for, in Munster Colleges SFC

S Corn Uí Mhuirí team-by-team guide, and the starlets to watch out for, in Munster Colleges SFC

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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

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Watch: Scenes from the Citywest riots

Watch: Scenes from the Citywest riots

Violent clashes occured outside Citywest hotel, which houses asylum seekers, on Tuesday evening. The protest followed an alleged sexual assault on nearby Garter Lane in Saggart on Monday.

Watch: North Mon-ster giant pumpkin

Watch: North Mon-ster giant pumpkin

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Watch: France's Sarkozy waves goodbye to supporters as he leaves for prison

farming

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

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

IFA poultry chair speaks about poultry farmers' increasing worries surrounding bird flu and the current outbreak in Fota Wildlife Park

Cattle Market

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

Farmland in Ireland

Sheep Report: Factories are quoting 750-760 cents/kg plus the quality bonus

Corral of Grass fed beef cattle steers at the markets for sale

New Zealand farmer-shareholders in favour of Dawn Meats partnership

Property

Plans for 220-bed budget accommodation approved by An Coimisiún Pleanála

Plans for 220-bed budget accommodation approved by An Coimisiún Pleanála

Five-storey accommodation building aimed at budget holidaymakers will be located on Morrisons Island in Cork City

Blackcap; Sylvia atricapilla; female on holly berries

These berries will make your garden a magnet for birds

Office worker lost his job and open a wallet without money. Man empty wallet, man broke concept.

Home Q&A: I cannot pay my electricity bill. What should I do?

Revealed: Four interior design books to inspire a home makeover

Revealed: Four interior design books to inspire a home makeover

World

Trump

US announces sanctions against Russian oil companies

US treasury secretary Scott Bessent has announced new sanctions against Russia’s two biggest oil companies and condemned Moscow’s refusal to end its “senseless war” on Ukraine.

Tesla

Tesla profits plunge despite selling more vehicles in past three months

Ukraine Daily Life

US prepares new sanctions as Russian attack kills six in Ukraine

France Louvre

Louvre director acknowledges ‘terrible failure’ after daylight crown jewel heist

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Every stone tells a story

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All your tiling needs under one roof

All your tiling needs under one roof

Portrait of beautiful senior couple on bike ride in autumn nature. Checking performance and route on smartwatch.

Rewriting retirement: What would you do with 2,000 hours a year?

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