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<p> Taoiseach Micheál Martin: 'This is a tough day for us as a party. It is not something I anticipated or wanted in any shape or form.' Picture: Colin Keegan/Collins, Dublin</p>

politics

Fianna Fáil asked Jim Gavin several times if he had difficulties with tenants, Taoiseach says

On RTÉ’s 'Six One News', Micheál Martin said he proposed Mr Gavin as the party needed a 'broad-based candidate who could have the potential to garner a significant degree of support across society'

<p>Fianna Fáil's Jim Gavin speaking during the launch of his now brief presidential election campaign at the Exo Building in Dublin on September 28. File Picture: Damien Eagers/PA</p>

comment-analysis

Paul Hosford: Fianna Fáil floods the airwaves to give air of calm control

<p>James Leen faces two charges of drug importation at Cork Port, Ringaskiddy, on October 16, 2023, of methylamphetamine, known as crystal meth, and possession of the drug worth €13,000 or more at Ballyseedy Garden Centre between October 27, 2023, and mid-February 2024. File photo: Facebook</p>

court and crime

Kerry crystal meth haul co-accused had 'no connection' to machine where drugs were found, court told

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people

Life Hack: Can cat litter help to reduce condensation in your bathroom this autumn?

Dental records may be used to confirm identity of body found in burnt-out car

news

Dental records may be used to confirm identity of body found in burnt-out car

The Queen's Reading Room Festival

world

'Rivals' and 'Riders' author Jilly Cooper dies aged 88 after fall

Tom Farrell 6/10/2025

rugby

Munster boosted by return of seven players to full training

Suzanne Harrington: This Gen-Xer is all ready for a roundy reunion in the New Ireland

columnists

Suzanne Harrington: This Gen-Xer is all ready for a roundy reunion in the New Ireland

Armed gardaí investigate reported stabbing in centre of Cork City that leaves two men in hospital

court and crime

Armed gardaí investigate reported stabbing in centre of Cork City that leaves two men in hospital

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Regular Columnists

S Terry Prone: Sorry state of some sculptures a reminder in how not to memorialise people

Paul Hosford: Eamon Ó Cuív's defence over hiring of ex-prisoner speaks to his belief in rehabilitation

Michael Clifford

S Mick Clifford: Sinn Féin's rush for a border poll will do nothing for peace on this island

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Gareth O'Callaghan: Auden's 'age of anxiety' has never been more relevant

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True blue: How Cashel Farmhouse's iconic Cashel Blue cheese has stood the test of time

S True blue: How Cashel Farmhouse's iconic Cashel Blue cheese has stood the test of time

Freshly crowned Best Artisan Producers at the Blas na hÉireann 2025 food awards, the story of Cashel Blue is decades in the making, writes Joe McNamee

Tony Blair set for political comeback in Trump’s Gaza peace plan — but ghosts of Iraq still linger

S Tony Blair set for political comeback in Trump’s Gaza peace plan — but ghosts of Iraq still linger

Patch perfect: Ireland's farmers carve a niche with American-style pumpkin experiences

Patch perfect: Ireland's farmers carve a niche with American-style pumpkin experiences

Mairéad Tyers: Cork-born actor on leaving for London, and The Walsh Sisters

Mairéad Tyers: Cork-born actor on leaving for London, and The Walsh Sisters

News

'He'd blown it': Jim Gavin was right to quit Áras race, say Cork voters

'He'd blown it': Jim Gavin was right to quit Áras race, say Cork voters

While there was some sympathy for Mr Gavin, the general consensus around Cork city centre was that he had no choice but to resign from the presidential election

FDA Juul

Ireland fifth out of 85 countries for percentage of people who vape, WHO survey finds

Rosary in Girl's hands

State to compile data on number of children who opt out of religious instruction in primary schools

DPP to issue directions next month for arson attack case on elderly Cork couple's home

Man accused of €550k arson of elderly Cork couple's home faces prospect of trial

sport

Alphecca and Lady Lilac deliver Killarney double for Murphy and Carroll

Alphecca and Lady Lilac deliver Killarney double for Murphy and Carroll

The curtain came down on Killarney’s 2025 season with Joe Murphy and Gary Carroll landing an early double thanks to impressive wins from Alphecca and Lady Lilac.

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Injured PSG midfielder João Neves ruled out of Portugal's World Cup clash against Ireland

Munster v Cardiff Rugby - United Rugby Championship

Munster v Edinburgh in the URC: kick-off time, TV details and team news

James Lowe 16/9/2025

Leinster to lean on returning Lions as they go in search of first URC win

Lifestyle

Mom and daughter standing back to back with serious look

Dear Dáithí: Should we charge our daughters rent?

"It’s called ‘Ó’Sé theory of get off your arse’ and it goes like this, study + part-time job + housework = happy parents."

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Caitríona Redmond: ‘Twas Budget eve, babe, but will our budgets tank?

Sarah Butler: These midweek wonders prove budget doesn't have to mean compromise

Sarah Butler: These midweek wonders prove budget doesn't have to mean compromise

Derval O'Rourke: End your September reset on a high with a full-body workout

Derval O'Rourke: End your September reset on a high with a full-body workout

Viewpoints

Louise Burne: Jim Gavin's doomed campaign could have been avoided if leadership listened to TDs

Louise Burne: Jim Gavin's doomed campaign could have been avoided if leadership listened to TDs

Just 30 minutes after Mr Gavin issued his statement on Sunday evening, confirming he was pulling out, one TD expressed gratitude that they did not have to hit the doors for him

Tadgh McNally: Taoiseach must answer why Fianna Fáil denied overpayment story

Tadgh McNally: Taoiseach must answer why Fianna Fáil denied overpayment story

Terry Prone: Jim Gavin's withdrawal statement was ill-judged and showed no redemption

Terry Prone: Jim Gavin's withdrawal statement was ill-judged and showed no redemption

Paul Hosford: Jim Gavin's Áras race lasted two weeks. His exit may reverberate for much longer

Paul Hosford: Jim Gavin's Áras race lasted two weeks. His exit may reverberate for much longer

Subscriber

Denise McCarthy chosen as new chair of Engineers Ireland for Cork region

S Denise McCarthy chosen as new chair of Engineers Ireland for Cork region

Ms McCarthy is a fellow of Engineers Ireland and a chartered engineer, with over 19 years of experience across the public and private sector

Dalo's Hurling Show: Epics in Cork, Ennis emotion, and all aboard Dalo's defending workshop caravan

S Dalo's Hurling Show: Epics in Cork, Ennis emotion, and all aboard Dalo's defending workshop caravan

Sars boxing clever, undercooked winners, grief, perspective and bouncebackability

S Sars boxing clever, undercooked winners, grief, perspective and bouncebackability

Shane O'Donnell lifts the Canon Hamilton Cup 5/10/2025

S Christy O'Connor: Backdoor ajar as Dr Crokes happy their motion didn't pass

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The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Jim Gavin drops out of Áras race

The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Jim Gavin drops out of Áras race

Irish Examiner acting political editor Paul Hosford joins Deirdre O'Shaughnessy to discuss what led up to Jim Gavin's decision to drop out; the pressure on candidates in the political race; and the repercussions for Fianna Fáil

The ieBusiness Podcast: UCC Finance lecturer John O'Brien calls out EU's 'weak' approach to US trade deal

The ieBusiness Podcast: UCC Finance lecturer John O'Brien calls out EU's 'weak' approach to US trade deal

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: What is frugaltok, and should you try it?

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: What is frugaltok, and should you try it?

Dalo's Hurling Show Special: How to grow the game, with Willie Maher

Dalo's Hurling Show Special: How to grow the game, with Willie Maher

Watch Now

Watch: Young engineers launch solar-powered smart feeder to track cattle performance

Watch: Young engineers launch solar-powered smart feeder to track cattle performance

The feeder reads an animal’s ID tag to give each animal its allocated ration. Each time the animal steps into the feeder, it is weighed and the daily liveweight gain is recorded in software which the farmer can access from their phone

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2025 Ryder Cup – Singles Matches

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farming

Offaly students reach finals of Certified Irish Angus School Competition

Offaly students reach finals of Certified Irish Angus School Competition

As part of the ongoing series of the finalists for the Certified Irish Angus School Competition 2024, meet the second team in the finals, St Brendan's Community School

Paula Hynes: Rivers running free as Storm Amy hits

Paula Hynes: Rivers running free as Storm Amy hits

Signpost: Tomas prepares his ewes, rams and replacements for the busy breeding season

Signpost: Tomas prepares his ewes, rams and replacements for the busy breeding season

Exhibition / new tractors lined up next to each other in a row

Lighten up: Auld Lehane's top 10 budget proposals to help struggling farmers

Property

Starter Homes: Four homes from €250,000 to €350,000

Starter Homes: Four homes from €250,000 to €350,000

Properties in Sunday's Well, Castlemartyr, Kilfinane and Bandon

See inside Harrison Gardner's family home in Co Clare

See inside Harrison Gardner's family home in Co Clare

The grass is definitely greener at €595k Douglas home on premium plot

The grass is definitely greener at €595k Douglas home on premium plot

Big dreams for tiny houses: The Irish designers making small spaces work

Big dreams for tiny houses: The Irish designers making small spaces work

World

Hubble Space Telescope 30th anniversary

Space dust which forms planets and stars is spongier than thought – scientists

The international group of astronomers and astrochemists reviewed years’ of research to try and resolve a simple question – is cosmic dust porous?

Youth vaping study

‘Alarming’ number of people vape, global health leaders warn

Peter Windsor court case

Jury out on man accused of stalking radio star Myleene Klass

Julia Wandel court case

Polish woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann ‘stalked missing girl’s parents’

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A nod to Limerick green and white in Today FM presenter Louise Cantillon’s first home in Adare

A nod to Limerick green and white in Today FM presenter Louise Cantillon’s first home in Adare

Listening, learning, consistent delivery: Gas Networks Ireland’s customer focused culture

Listening, learning, consistent delivery: Gas Networks Ireland’s customer focused culture

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