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Dear Dáithí: It’s my daughter’s first day of school — and I’m terrified

Every parent will empathise with you, but you’re at a stage now where you must look at the big picture for her and, indeed, for yourself.

An open-air mass in St Peter’s Square was expected to draw hundreds of thousands of people (Andrew Medichini/AP)

world

Pope to declare 15-year-old computer whiz, known as ‘God’s influencer’, a saint

<p>Potential presidential candidates Billy Kelleher and Gareth Sheridan. The decision to run rests on multiple judgement traps. File photo; Mary Browne</p>

comment-analysis

Race for the Áras: The psychology behind deciding whether or not to run for president

Mount Sion v Roanmore - Waterford County Senior Club Hurling Championship Semi-Final

gaa

'Our club is probably an emotional club' - Mount Sion vow to fight in daunting Gunners showdown

Allen Leech on Downton Abbey, new projects, and Cork teacher who introduced him to acting

culture

Allen Leech on Downton Abbey, new projects, and Cork teacher who introduced him to acting

Trading in the rat race for €645k home in tranquil Glandore

residential

Trading in the rat race for €645k home in tranquil Glandore

Heimir Hallgrímsson speaks to Nathan Collins after the match 6/9/2025

soccer

Szoboszlai bemoans red card decision as Hallgrímsson dismisses Hungarian complaints

Ectopic pregnancy: 'I was doubled over with pain, but I was also so angry at the situation'

parenting

Ectopic pregnancy: 'I was doubled over with pain, but I was also so angry at the situation'

Russia Ukraine War

world

Russia hits Kyiv in largest aerial attack on Ukraine since war began

Regular Columnists

Michael Clifford

S Mick Clifford: Simon Harris threats highlight toxic abuse of politicians on social media

Clodagh Finn: If only we had hospital builder Madam Steevens in today's world

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Colin Sheridan: Conor McGregor’s political play risks mainstreaming far-right talking points

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S Gareth O'Callaghan: Claire Byrne's move from RTÉ to Newstalk means radio battle is finally on

Insight: Must Reads

Jack O’Connor 22/7/2025

S The Jack O’Connor interview: 'This is why loose, casual pub-talk criticism hurts'

It’s five weeks since Kerry annexed their 39th All-Ireland football title with a final performance out of Utopia. All the more remarkable that it came after a year of stress and strife in the Kingdom but golf legend Tom Watson’s creed served manager Jack O’Connor well: play the game, play the opponent, play it as it lies

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

45th Annual News Emmy Awards

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

'I was finding hundreds, if not millions of scams': The struggle to find student accommodation

'I was finding hundreds, if not millions of scams': The struggle to find student accommodation

News

Staff shortage may hamper navy fleet plans

Staff shortage may hamper navy fleet plans

Lack of specialist technicians to keep ship engines, electrical systems, and armaments properly functioning

Irish mum 'still in the dark’ about her children who were abducted in Egypt in 2022

Irish mum 'still in the dark’ about her children who were abducted in Egypt in 2022

World’s rarest plants to be displayed and sold in Ireland for first time

World’s rarest plants to be displayed and sold in Ireland for first time

Cork council gets €500k to prepare plan for easing gridlock in Midleton and Carrigtwohill

Cork council gets €500k to prepare plan for easing gridlock in Midleton and Carrigtwohill

sport

Republic of Ireland v Hungary - 2026 FIFA World Cup - European Qualifiers - Group F - Aviva Stadium

Adam Idah believes he can ‘make a difference’ after late equaliser

The Corkman came off the bench to clinch the leveller.

Republic of Ireland v Hungary - 2026 FIFA World Cup - European Qualifiers - Group F - Aviva Stadium

Heimir Hallgrimsson praises Ireland ‘character’ after second-half fightback

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'He broke quite a few teeth': Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle set to lose Leyds 'for a few months'

US Open Tennis

Aryna Sabalenka sees off Amanda Anisimova to retain US Open title

Lifestyle

Young woman with chest breast pain palpating a lump

Natural health: What can I do about my sore breasts?

Plus a natural treatment option for lumbago

Mairead & Jamie

Wedding of the Week: Rain didn’t dampen our spirits — a wet knot is harder to break

Agistri island

I solo-travelled to an almost-empty Greek island in winter — here's what I learned

Edinburgh International Book Festival

Culture That Made Me: Fergal Keane of the BBC on Cork, Keats, and Vietnam

Viewpoints

Bovine TB crisis in Ireland: why cattle disease cases are at their highest in 15 years

Bovine TB crisis in Ireland: why cattle disease cases are at their highest in 15 years

With herd incidence at a 15-year high, bovine TB remains Irish farming’s most costly, persistent and emotionally draining disease

No Repro FeeTaoiseach Bertie Ahern wishes former Taoiseach Albert Reynolds a happy birthday at the launch of the fourth edition

Mick Clifford: Micheál Martin sidelined Bertie Ahern just as Bertie ditched Albert Reynolds

APTOPIX China Parade

China’s military parade should ring alarm bells in Europe

Shocking indifference to catastrophic Blackwater pollution is a sign of the times

Shocking indifference to catastrophic Blackwater pollution is a sign of the times

Subscriber

Right at Home is seeking to recruit 1,000 new carers across Ireland

S Right at Home is seeking to recruit 1,000 new carers across Ireland

Home care provider is hoping its campaign will attract people whose prior experience may lie in other fields

British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference

S Mick Clifford: Simon Harris threats highlight toxic abuse of politicians on social media

Bittersweet success for Watergrasshill over neighbours Bride Rovers

S Bittersweet success for Watergrasshill over neighbours Bride Rovers

Cork IAHC: End of the road for Russell Rovers despite thrilling win over Midleton

S Cork IAHC: End of the road for Russell Rovers despite thrilling win over Midleton

LISTEN NOW

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

Philip Stephens, a long-standing commentator with the Financial Times, is this week’s guest on the podcast

The Gaelic Football Show: reckoning with our predictions and the managerial merry-go-round

S The Gaelic Football Show: reckoning with our predictions and the managerial merry-go-round

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The Mick Clifford Podcast: Who was Éamon de Valera? Colum Kenny reflects 50 years after his death

Sonya Egan's impending release triggers 'fear and worry', says Cork victim

Sonya Egan's impending release triggers 'fear and worry', says Cork victim

Watch Now

Watch: Tallow Horse Fair

Watch: Tallow Horse Fair

Tom Coffey arrives with his donkeys at the historic Tallow Horse Fair in Co. Waterford, a tradition held every third of September since 1904.

Watch: Gardaí search open ground in Donabate for a child who is missing and presumed dead

Watch: Gardaí search open ground in Donabate for a child who is missing and presumed dead

Watch: World Cup qualifier special as Ireland prepare for Hungary

Watch: World Cup qualifier special as Ireland prepare for Hungary

farming

Which one's your favourite?

Planning for the future of the family farm

Few topics stir as much emotion – or uncertainty – among farming families as succession. For many, the family farm is far more than a business.

Farmer and Financial Advisor

Tax reliefs for farm succession

Pat Whelan: Cutting waste, keeping quality

Pat Whelan: Cutting waste, keeping quality

33-acre holding on Clonmel outskirts expecting €20k/acre

33-acre holding on Clonmel outskirts expecting €20k/acre

Property

Want an extra ‘0’ on your Irish property sale? Just add water....

Want an extra ‘0’ on your Irish property sale? Just add water....

The demand for waterfront and water adjacent property continues apace

Unique Kerry home inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright available to buy for €920,000

Unique Kerry home inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright available to buy for €920,000

Wish List: Hot on the scent of new fragrances, smart showers, and seasonal flavours

Wish List: Hot on the scent of new fragrances, smart showers, and seasonal flavours

This €695k Killarney bungalow might just be Ireland’s most scenic home

This €695k Killarney bungalow might just be Ireland’s most scenic home

World

Japan Politics

Japan’s prime minister Shigeru Ishiba to resign – reports

Japan’s prime minister Shigeru Ishiba has expressed his intention to step down after growing calls from his party to take responsibility for its big loss in the July parliamentary election, Japanese television has reported.

Portugal Streetcar Derailed

Lisbon funicular cable snapped before deadly crash, report finds

More than 7,000 under-fives in Gaza put in malnutrition recovery in two-week period

More than 7,000 under-fives in Gaza put in malnutrition recovery in two-week period

APTOPIX Israel Palestinians Gaza

Israel tells Gaza City residents to move to safe zone as it expands operations

Sponsored Content

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

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

New peaking power stations, biomethane infrastructure, and major upgrades mark a pivotal year as the gas network evolves to support Ireland’s renewable future

Stay Safe Stay Clear: Electrical safety on the farm

Stay Safe Stay Clear: Electrical safety on the farm

Dell Technologies Forum to empower Irish organisations harness AI innovation this September

Dell Technologies Forum to empower Irish organisations harness AI innovation this September

FDC Group announces newest office in the Irish Farm Centre in Dublin with grand opening event

FDC Group announces newest office in the Irish Farm Centre in Dublin with grand opening event

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