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Ghost guns in Ireland: how criminals are using 3D printers to make untraceable weapons

Untraceable ghost guns, printed at home for a few hundred euro, are increasingly being seized by gardaí across Ireland

<p>Members of the New York Young Republicans Club respect a minute of silence for Turning Point USA chief executive and co-founder Charlie Kirk during a vigil at Madison Square Park (Kena Betancur/AP)</p>

world

Widow of Charlie Kirk says her ‘cries will echo around the world like a battle cry’

<p> Alicia Clements, Daughter of the Earl of Rosse at Birr Castle. Pic. Brian Arthur</p>

people

Inside life at Ireland’s castles: Blackwater, Birr and Glin owners share their stories

Jack Raftery, Conor Kelly, Sharlene Mawdsley and Sophie Becker after failing to qualify for the final 13/9/2025

other

Disappointing start as Mixed Relay team fail to make final at World Athletics Championships

Six Late Late Show talking points, including Patrick Kielty on separation from Cat Deeley

culture

Six Late Late Show talking points, including Patrick Kielty on separation from Cat Deeley

Revolution Wind's Rhode Island Construction Hub

companies

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

'We were just sick of it': An Ghaeltacht players refused to suffer another disappointing year

gaa

'We were just sick of it': An Ghaeltacht players refused to suffer another disappointing year

Two Cork athletes to run 350km across seven cities in aid of Irish Cancer Society

munster

Two Cork athletes to run 350km across seven cities in aid of Irish Cancer Society

My Life with Dayna Pender: 'I organise cuddle parties for strangers'

people

My Life with Dayna Pender: 'I organise cuddle parties for strangers'

Regular Columnists

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

Michael Clifford

S Mick Clifford: Hard work, not whingeing, maketh a President

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Gareth O'Callaghan: Why political criticism is turning into hate — and putting lives at risk

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

How Olivia Hope went from athletics pioneer to children's author

How Olivia Hope went from athletics pioneer to children's author

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

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

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

Leo Varadkar on the ‘snogging scandal’, Trump and Ireland's anti-immigrant backlash

Leo Varadkar on the ‘snogging scandal’, Trump and Ireland's anti-immigrant backlash

He was the young, gay, mixed-race leader labelled a ‘badass’ by Matt Damon who unexpectedly quit. He talks about the ‘likability’ of rightwing populists – and his fears for the future of politics

Garda

Cyclist killed in collision with car in Co Carlow

Explosion at Donegal service station

Man released in probe into Creeslough service station explosion

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A selection of images chosen by the Irish Examiner picture desk

sport

RUGBYU-AUS-ARG

Argentina turn tables on Australia with 28-26 win in Sydney

A week after letting a 14-point lead slip in a 28-24 defeat in Townsville, Argentina again saw most of a 21-point advantage erased in the final quarter

New Zealand v South Africa - The Rugby Championship

Rampaging South Africa inflict heaviest test defeat on All Blacks

Premier Sports Season Launch – Rugby & Football

Shay Given: World Cup hopes over unless Ireland get a result in Portugal

Crocker v Donovan 2 Media Conference

'An all-Irish fight for a world title, it doesn't get any better or bigger'

Lifestyle

Ford Capri review: why the EV relaunch is angering fans of the original classic coupe

Ford Capri review: why the EV relaunch is angering fans of the original classic coupe

Ford’s electric revival of the Capri name has provoked nostalgia-fuelled outrage — but does the car itself deserve the criticism?

Darina Allen: Three Sophie Morris recipes to help you start a food revolution

Darina Allen: Three Sophie Morris recipes to help you start a food revolution

Seafood Made Simple: How to make a fish croquette — the ultimate snack

Seafood Made Simple: How to make a fish croquette — the ultimate snack

Sarah Butler: My recipes for a classic lasagne and a roast chicken traybake

Sarah Butler: My recipes for a classic lasagne and a roast chicken traybake

Viewpoints

APTOPIX Charlie Kirk Shot

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

All on the line as neighbours Carbery Rangers and Clonakilty fight for survival

S All on the line as neighbours Carbery Rangers and Clonakilty fight for survival

Ballinacarriga will host the tie with the most riding on it in Cork this weekend.

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

St Michael's v East Belfast - 2020 Down GAA ACFL Division 4B

S Christy O'Connor: Why fresh roots matter for the GAA's future

Irish Champions Festival - Day Two

S Ruby Walsh: Irish Champions Festival should be highlight of the season but it is faltering

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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?

Watch Now

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

10 good reasons to go to the ploughing

10 good reasons to go to the ploughing

From spanners to a new tractor, all bets are off when you are at the ploughing. No purchase is too big, no trinket too small

President's deep personal ties to Ploughing

President's deep personal ties to Ploughing

Finding answers for Irish dairying’s toughest challenges

Finding answers for Irish dairying’s toughest challenges

Trial results bring promise, but grain prices drag down Darren's returns

Trial results bring promise, but grain prices drag down Darren's returns

Property

Vibrant Colors And Beauty Of Springtime Flowers

Garden Events in September

Demonstrations, displays and garden club meeting dates for your diary

Antiques: Treasures of Castle Matrix to go under the hammer

Antiques: Treasures of Castle Matrix to go under the hammer

Curated clutter: Why 'new maximalism' is replacing minimalist interiors

Curated clutter: Why 'new maximalism' is replacing minimalist interiors

€355k former fisherman's cottage will widen your East Cork horizons

€355k former fisherman's cottage will widen your East Cork horizons

World

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Israel ramps up strikes on Gaza City, killing at least 32 people

A barrage of air strikes has killed at least 32 people across Gaza City as Israel ramps up its offensive there and urges Palestinians to evacuate, medical staff reported.

Typhoons at RAF Coningsby

Nato announces more air support to defend Poland against future Russian incursions

Charlie Kirk Shot

Man, 22, arrested in Charlie Kirk’s killing ‘saw Trump ally as person spreading hate’

Mideast Wars Gulf Anger

UAE summons Israeli diplomat to condemn Qatar attack targeting Hamas leaders

Sponsored Content

The Land Cruiser Commercial has arrived and is coming to the National Ploughing Championships

The Land Cruiser Commercial has arrived and is coming to the National Ploughing Championships 

Toyota Land Cruiser, a favourite in agriculture and construction, with over 10 million units sold globally since its launch in 1951  

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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