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<p>Linda Djougang of Ireland scores her side's first try during the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 quarter-final match between France and Ireland at Sandy Park in Exeter, England. Photo by Harry Murphy/Sportsfile</p>

rugby

Ireland v France, Women's Rugby World Cup quarter-final, minute-by-minute updates

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

<p>A wind warning for Kerry, Clare, and Galway will be in place from 9pm on Sunday until 6am on Monday. File picture: Denis Minihane</p>

munster

Met Éireann issues warnings for seven counties with 'strong and gusty' winds expected

<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

S food

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

Conor McGregor court case

politics

Elon Musk offered Conor McGregor financial backing for presidential bid

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

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

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

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

Revolution Wind's Rhode Island Construction Hub

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

News

Meath footballer with MS urges people to support readathon

Meath footballer with MS urges people to support readathon

Royals forward Cillian O’Sullivan has been living with multiple sclerosis, which he said came as a 'bolt out of the blue' in late 2023

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

Drunk forced lifeguards to clear the water at packed West Cork beach

Drunk forced lifeguards to clear the water at packed West Cork beach

'You're never too old to rap': Meet the Cork grannies spitting bars in Knocknaheeney

'You're never too old to rap': Meet the Cork grannies spitting bars in Knocknaheeney

sport

World Athletics Championships 2025 - Day Two - Japan National Stadium

Josh Kerr cruises through as Jakob Ingebrigtsen goes out in 1500m shock

Defending champion Kerr comfortably saw himself through to Monday’s semi as the second-fastest from both the first heat and overall.

British and Irish Lions Captain's Run - Melbourne Cricket Ground - Friday July 25th

Maro Itoje to rehab with England as Owen Farrell misses out on training squad

James Doyle onboard Fallen Angel comes home to win 13/9/2025

Fallen Angel takes third Irish raid group one honours

'My horse is a superstar'- Christophe Soumillion after Delacroix takes Irish Champion Stakes

'My horse is a superstar'- Christophe Soumillion after Delacroix takes Irish Champion Stakes

Lifestyle

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

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

Ye Vagabonds had a host of collaborators at the Everyman, while Conor O'Brien and co performed an acoustic set

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

Headache Concept. Sad Mature Lady Suffering From Migraine Pain

Natural health: What can I do about my tired eyes?

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

Vatican Pope

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

The Pope has marked his 70th birthday by thanking God, his parents and all those who prayed for him.

Israel US Rubio

Rubio arrives in Israel as strikes intensify in northern Gaza

Nepal Protest

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

Plaza Mayor, Madrid, Spain

One killed and 25 injured in suspected gas blast in Madrid

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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