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<span lang="EN-US">The Taoiseach’s comments follow reports of a letter from Aughinish Alumina to the Government that suggested that moves to sanction the company would have consequences for Ireland’s electricity and gas grids. File p</span>icture: Dan Linehan</p>

politics

Aughinish sanctions could hurt Europe more than Russia, Taoiseach warns

Government insists sanctions on the Limerick alumina plant could have significant economic consequences across the EU

<p>Brendan Wall and Ivan Chittenden: Both men were competing in the 70.3 half Ironman section of the event. File pictures</p>

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Youghal Ironman deaths 'no accident', family tells inquest

<p>Foreign minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ms. Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner with Jean Claude the uncle of Yves Sakila and Angel Issemezey Anzibistep the step mother of Yves Sakila at the memorial where he was restrained and later died on Henry Street in Dublin. Photo: Sam Boal/Collins Photos</p>

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Congolese minister visits Dublin site where Yves Sakila died and urges full investigation

I've had two heart attacks — could gene editing help my chronically high cholesterol?

health and wellbeing

I've had two heart attacks — could gene editing help my chronically high cholesterol?

Cork taxi driver fails in appeal to renew licence over complaints about inappropriate conversations

court and crime

Cork taxi driver fails in appeal to renew licence over complaints about inappropriate conversations

Bright prospects at €645,000 Youghal home with two-county views

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Bright prospects at €645,000 Youghal home with two-county views

Electric Ireland Higher Education Championships Draw

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Legal eagle Logan puts GAA's 'nod and wink' discipline in the dock

12 things to do in Ireland over the June bank holiday weekend, from marathons to Bloom

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12 things to do in Ireland over the June bank holiday weekend, from marathons to Bloom

Bog roll bandit leaves toilet goers discommoded in East Cork town

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Bog roll bandit leaves toilet goers discommoded in East Cork town

News

Cork council to zone enough land for 50,000 homes after requests from housing minister

Cork council to zone enough land for 50,000 homes after requests from housing minister

The bulk of the new homes are earmarked for the commuter rail corridor between Little Island, Glounthaune, Carrigtwohill and Midleton

N21 near Adare closed after two-vehicle collision in Co Limerick

N21 near Adare closed after two-vehicle collision in Co Limerick

Man who abused staff member of Cork Eir store and called him 'a f***ing Paki' is jailed

Man who abused staff member of Cork Eir store and called him 'a f***ing Paki' is jailed

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Cork man charged with drug-dealing after gardaí allegedly find cannabis, cocaine and €29k in cash

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Crystal Palace v Arsenal - Premier League

The moment everything clicked and Bukayo Saka began to soar

Arsenal’s former head of coaching recalls the words from Freddie Ljungberg that shaped the young winger’s career

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Camogie previews: Limerick looking to bounce back against Offaly

Coláiste Bhaile Chláir v Christian Brothers College, Cork - FAI U19 Schools Dr Tony ONeill Senior National Cup Final

LOI hits Immigrant Investment Programme jackpot with payouts to Kerry, Sligo and Shelbourne

Jaden Umeh makes his international debut 28/5/2026

Jaden Umeh ready to balance burgeoning Ireland career with Leaving Cert exams

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Insight: Must Reads

'I held my baby for 59 minutes — I’m learning to live with the pain of her loss'

'I held my baby for 59 minutes — I’m learning to live with the pain of her loss'

Cork-based nurse Daniela Gomez was told her daughter would not survive outside the womb. She got to hold her baby for 59 minutes. The grief, she says, is like being on a rollercoaster

Top 100 restaurants in Ireland: Best food, chefs and dining experiences ranked

S Top 100 restaurants in Ireland: Best food, chefs and dining experiences ranked

‘All will be well’: Ellen Cassidy remembered ahead of Cork City Marathon tribute

‘All will be well’: Ellen Cassidy remembered ahead of Cork City Marathon tribute

YVES SAKILA

'He fell through every crack possible': Family speak out after Yves Sakila’s death

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Michael Moynihan: Small, thoughtless acts can have a profound effect on someone's day

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S Sarah Harte: If we can’t make AI work for us, I’ll meet you at the barricades

S Fergus Finlay: The fact that more people need rape crisis services shows we are failing as a nation

Lifestyle

Iona Lynch of Cliffords: Egotistical men seem threatened by a girl with confidence

Iona Lynch of Cliffords: Egotistical men seem threatened by a girl with confidence

As they prepare to move to London and finish their debut album, Cliffords reflect on Cork’s rising music scene, artistic growth, and the challenges frontwoman Iona Lynch faces as an outspoken woman.

Film review: Power Ballad is a funny and thoughtful meditation on fame and artistic agency

Film review: Power Ballad is a funny and thoughtful meditation on fame and artistic agency

I was diagnosed with MS at 18 — I’m glad we had children while I’m still able to walk and run

I was diagnosed with MS at 18 — I’m glad we had children while I’m still able to walk and run

Can you please not push us!

Diary of a Gen Z Student: Acts of micro-feminism are a subtle way of getting the message across

Viewpoints

IKEA Opeening

Geothermal must be in the mix for solving energy crisis

Vistakon in Limerick, Ikea in Dublin, and the Giant's Causeway Visitor Centre in Antrim already use geothermal energy, but we need a strategic plan to develop it properly in Ireland

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Why is Ireland's Government cheerleading for privately owned AI?

O'Connell Bridge

Tracy Martin: Over a million Irish people have a disability, but nowhere is accessible

Programmers in data center panicking after viewing malware security breach alert

AI has led to a rise in fraud and identity theft

Property

€1.35m Classic Blackrock home has aged like fine wine

€1.35m Classic Blackrock home has aged like fine wine

The next occupants at the Victorian-era-styled development can expect a walk-in order home at No 30

Bougie Schull Point is a €1.85m waterside looker that could set a new price record

S Bougie Schull Point is a €1.85m waterside looker that could set a new price record

House of the Week: Class original features at Ballintemple five-bed home

House of the Week: Class original features at Ballintemple five-bed home

Former Tung Sing premises in Cork City up for rent after being bought for €1.8m

Former Tung Sing premises in Cork City up for rent after being bought for €1.8m

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Tipperary v Clare - Munster GAA Football Senior Championship Quarter-Final

S Eamon O'Shea: It is baffling why so few clubs trust their own members when it comes to training adults

Caring is important, particularly if you believe that the GAA is different and carries social and community responsibilities beyond winning and losing.

Funeral with casket carried by coffin bearer

S Jennifer Horgan: Succession is just modern King Lear - but we all have to plan

Business movers: People starting new jobs in Ireland

S Business movers: People starting new jobs in Ireland

Hotel review: A revamp is needed if Ballyrafter House is to reach its full potential

S Hotel review: A revamp is needed if Ballyrafter House is to reach its full potential

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The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Is Irish food culture more than chicken fillet rolls?

The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Is Irish food culture more than chicken fillet rolls?

Chef and food writer Orla McAndrew discusses Irish food identity, local producers, and changing eating habits

Arena with Maurice Brosnan: How the two-pointer is changing Gaelic football

Arena with Maurice Brosnan: How the two-pointer is changing Gaelic football

The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Who was Yves Sakila?

The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Who was Yves Sakila?

Dalo's Hurling Show: Juggernauts roll on, Offaly's climb, where did Kilkenny go wrong?

S Dalo's Hurling Show: Juggernauts roll on, Offaly's climb, where did Kilkenny go wrong?

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Watch: Jordan Adams of FTD Brothers completes Cork marathon

Watch: Jordan Adams of FTD Brothers completes Cork marathon

Jordan completed the Cork event without his brother, as he bowed out earlier due to an injury

Watch: DMax 7.7 fitness event in memory Darragh McCarthy

Watch: DMax 7.7 fitness event in memory Darragh McCarthy

Sir Keir Starmer visit

Watch: Keir Starmer vows to stay in power and prove 'doubters' wrong

farming

Denis Hickey: Flying calves and fields bursting with grass

Denis Hickey: Flying calves and fields bursting with grass

This week, Denis examines the performance of his calves and and assesses his grassland management

Irish suppliers win M&S Awards at Bord Bia Bloom 2026

Irish suppliers win M&S Awards at Bord Bia Bloom 2026

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Kieran Coughlan: Want to save yourself hundreds or thousands on the farm?

Department selects Agrikids to run farm safety initiative for young people

Department selects Agrikids to run farm safety initiative for young people

World

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Trump meeting with aides to make ‘final determination’ on Iran ceasefire deal

Donald Trump says he is holding a White House Situation Room meeting with his advisers as he looks to make a “final determination” on moving forward with a deal to extend the Iran ceasefire.

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Bondi defends Trump administration’s release of Epstein case files

Laos Cave Rescue

Rescuers evacuate the first of five villagers found trapped in a cave in Laos

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Judge blocks payouts from Trump’s ‘anti-weaponisation’ settlement fund

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Think beyond the exit: Why M&A must be in every Irish company’s growth strategy

Think beyond the exit: Why M&A must be in every Irish company’s growth strategy

With any M&A deal, preparation determines the outcome for sellers and buyers alike, says KPMG expert

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Forward planning by management team holds key to any successful M&A deal

Why organisations need pace-setting leadership for AI

Why organisations need pace-setting leadership for AI

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