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Bolsonaro jailed for 27 years after Brazil court convicts him of attempting coup

A panel of Brazilian Supreme Court justices has sentenced former president Jair Bolsonaro to 27 years and three months in prison after convicting him of attempting a coup to remain in office despite his 2022 electoral defeat.

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Tenant evictions surge 17% as landlords sell up, RTB report shows

<p>Flowers, candles and American flags sit at a vigil for Charlie Kirk in Utah. Picture:Lindsey Wasson/AP</p>

world

Utah governor pleads for public’s help in finding person who shot Charlie Kirk

Workout with Derval: Don't overthink it - just get going

health and wellbeing

Workout with Derval: Don't overthink it - just get going

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Jennifer Horgan: We are too quick to move 'away from the trouble... of cantankerous old age'

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economy

Card spending by Irish consumers in the US plummets

Netherlands v Republic of Ireland - European Championship Qualifying Play-Off

soccer

Tony Cascarino on a bleak future, going direct, a curveball boss, and Mick v Roy

Ridge chaser: Nine new ways to wear corduroy's surprising swagger

fashion and beauty

Ridge chaser: Nine new ways to wear corduroy's surprising swagger

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

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

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Jennifer Horgan: We are too quick to move 'away from the trouble... of cantankerous old age'

Michael Moynihan

S Michael Moynihan: Dublin official's comments on English Market were a hostage to fortune

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Sarah Harte: Graham Linehan's part in toxic debate puts freedom of speech limits into focus

S Fergus Finlay: Ireland’s child protection failures go beyond Tusla — the real issue is political will

Insight: Must Reads

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

Annmarie O’Connor first shared her Parkinson’s diagnosis in this publication in 2022. Three years on, she has written Twitch, a book that documents her story. Here, she shares what living with the disease has taught her

I started housesitting in Ireland and abroad to avoid paying rent – this is my experience

I started housesitting in Ireland and abroad to avoid paying rent – this is my experience

Blarney Woollen Mills marks 50 years – from cottage beginnings to €50m global brand

45th Annual News Emmy Awards

Donie O'Sullivan: 'I forked out $700 for my Emmy Award statue the other day'

News

Garda Superintendent cleared of assault, but charged with public order offence

Garda Superintendent cleared of assault, but charged with public order offence

Gavin O'Reilly denied assaulting the Penny Lane manager Emma Parks, under section 2 of the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act

Taoiseach calls for 'strategic response' to rising acts of racism and discrimination

Taoiseach calls for 'strategic response' to rising acts of racism and discrimination

Project development team for Cork Events Centre alerts construction sector of intentions to go to tender

Project development team for Cork Events Centre alerts construction sector of intentions to go to tender

Maria Steen backed by 10 Oireachtas members in her bid to join race for the Áras

Maria Steen backed by 10 Oireachtas members in her bid to join race for the Áras

sport

Premier Sports Season Launch – Rugby & Football

'Fresh, new voice' McMillan will hit the ground running at Munster, says Zebo

The Thomond Park legend says the new Reds boss has the support around him to succeed in Ireland.

Challenging the big three, West Cork woe and orange count: Cork football storylines

Challenging the big three, West Cork woe and orange count: Cork football storylines

JJ Hanrahan 9/9/2025

'It’s my third first cap' - Returning Hanrahan grateful for another shot with Munster

2025 World Athletics Championships Media Day

In-form Tuthill hoping homework will stand to her in Tokyo test

Lifestyle

Foraging in Ireland: A feast or fatal mistake?

Foraging in Ireland: A feast or fatal mistake?

Let’s be clear: foraging is not a game of chance. Mistakes can be costly, and in the worst cases, fatal. And remember, in the great supermarket of nature, there are no refunds

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The consent conversation: When no clearly means no

Pleasure principle: Jenny Keane brings the Orgasm tour to Cork's Everyman

Pleasure principle: Jenny Keane brings the Orgasm tour to Cork's Everyman

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Workplace Wellbeing: Are you saving enough for your retirement?

Viewpoints

Defence ministers meeting

Russia and Israel have given Europe a lesson it cannot ignore

Both Vladimir Putin and Benjamin Netanyahu have proven adept at manipulating Trump, and this is the latest sign they know he will not act, writes Edward Burke

Construction of new homes at Ebbsfleet Garden City in Kent.

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

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

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

Earth Movers

Mick Clifford: Confusion and frantic activity at Department of Housing

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S Paul Rouse: Croke Park rodeos and hurling on Boston Common: our deep sporting links with America

A new exhibition at Croke Park will sketch out the countries' intertwined story.

Midleton book Cork Premier minor hurling final spot in goalfest against Douglas

S Midleton book Cork Premier minor hurling final spot in goalfest against Douglas

Business movers: People starting new jobs in Ireland

S Business movers: People starting new jobs in Ireland

Law firm Matheson recruits experienced new M&A partner

S Law firm Matheson recruits experienced new M&A partner

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

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

Brendan O'Brien and John Fallon reflect on a miserable night for Ireland and Heimir Hallgrímsson.

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

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

The Mick Clifford Podcast: A unique take on the divided isles of Ireland and Britain

The Mick Clifford Podcast: A unique take on the divided isles of Ireland and Britain

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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

Routes, parking and a path back to your car

Routes, parking and a path back to your car

Similar plans have worked successfully in recent years when major events such as Electric Picnic and the Ploughing Championships have also been held in the midlands.

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Follow colour-code roadways for easy access to and from venue

Cork dairy farmer is first female winner of FBD Young Farmer of the Year

Cork dairy farmer is first female winner of FBD Young Farmer of the Year

Ornua communications director appointed to the AHI board

Ornua communications director appointed to the AHI board

Property

All eyes on the prized location at €1.35m Douglas Rd hideaway

All eyes on the prized location at €1.35m Douglas Rd hideaway

Tigeen, on 0.46acres, has every convenience on its doorstep

€645k AMV is only the spend starting point for Cork's corner-set Greenpark

€645k AMV is only the spend starting point for Cork's corner-set Greenpark

Wish List: Why kitten cushions are catnip and the best conversations happen over coffee

Wish List: Why kitten cushions are catnip and the best conversations happen over coffee

Pet project? Fromer Cork vet clinic with 10,500 sq ft of space goes on sale for €695k

Pet project? Fromer Cork vet clinic with 10,500 sq ft of space goes on sale for €695k

World

FBI shares photos of 'person of interest' in Charlie Kirk killing; rifle recovered from where suspect fled

FBI shares photos of 'person of interest' in Charlie Kirk killing; rifle recovered from where suspect fled

The FBI said it is offering a reward of up to $100,000 for information 'leading to the identification and arrest of the individual(s) responsible' for the killing of the rightwing activist and Trump ally

Brazil’s supreme court finds Jair Bolsonaro guilty of plotting military coup

Brazil’s supreme court finds Jair Bolsonaro guilty of plotting military coup

South Sudan Opposition Figure

South Sudan vice president Riek Machar charged with treason

Afghanistan Earthquake

UN agency appeals for funds to help 134,000 Afghans after quake

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Step into organic farming

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Genocells launches autumn special offer

Genocells launches autumn special offer

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

Gas Networks Ireland sets €200m investment record to power energy transition

Gas Networks Ireland sets €200m investment record to power energy transition

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