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<p>Mandy Kelly with her children in happier times. Ms Kelly said she is 'very grateful' for the Government's support but still has no verified details about Zayn and Kareem's 'location, welfare, education, or health'. </p>

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

Mandy Kelly's husband and children remain 'unlocatable' despite courts in Ireland and Egypt ruling that he should return children to her

Michael Clifford

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

<p>Irish actor Allen Leech plays Tom Branson in Downton Abbey, one of the biggest screen successes of recent decades</p>

culture

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

Portugal Streetcar Derailed

world

Lisbon funicular cable snapped before deadly crash, report finds

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

people

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

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

residential

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

Republic of Ireland v Hungary - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

soccer

Opening night reviews are in: how Ireland's rescue act rated against Hungary

Young woman with chest breast pain palpating a lump

health and wellbeing

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

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

munster

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

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

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

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

News

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

Plans to upgrade a section of the N25 between the two towns was put on hold in recent years as funding for the project failed to be sanctioned

Asian hornet threat grows as second nest found in Cork, Dublin sighting also confirmed

Asian hornet threat grows as second nest found in Cork, Dublin sighting also confirmed

Pro-Palestine march

Thousands attend pro-Palestine rallies across the country

Áras an Uachtaráin

Fine Gael blocks councillors from backing independents in presidential race

sport

Stade Rochelais v Leinster - Investec Champions Cup Pool 2

Top 14: La Rochelle go down to Bordeaux-Bègles in opener

The visitors put up a battling display on the road.

US Open Tennis

Aryna Sabalenka sees off Amanda Anisimova to retain US Open title

Adam Idah celebrates scoring his sides second goal 6/9/2025

Adam Idah clinches crucial draw for Ireland against 10-man Hungary

Bittersweet success for Watergrasshill over neighbours Bride Rovers

S Bittersweet success for Watergrasshill over neighbours Bride Rovers

Lifestyle

Mairead & Jamie

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

Mairead Coleman, Lismore, Co Waterford, and Jamie Monahan, Bennettsbridge, Co Kilkenny, are wed in St Mary's Church, Clogheen, with reception at the Newpark Hotel, Kilkenny

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

Italy Venice Film Festival Awards Ceremony

Jarmusch’s Father Mother Sister Brother wins top prize at Venice Film Festival

Viewpoints

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

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

Motivations to campaign are as varied as the characters themselves, but only a domestically credible, globally astute and emotionally intelligent president will ensure that this office remains a national asset, writes Nuala Walsh

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

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

Subscriber

Four-star Carrigtwohill cruise into final four

S Four-star Carrigtwohill cruise into final four

Carrig started as they meant to go on against Killeagh

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

Ecclesiastical adds to its specialist insurance services in Ireland

S Ecclesiastical adds to its specialist insurance services in Ireland

FISU World University Games 2025 - Day 7

S Cathal Dennehy: Irish athletics is on the rise but chances of winning a World medal are slim

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

IRELAND-POLITICS-DE VALERA

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

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

Designed by architect Harry Wallace for the McCarthy family, this €920k Kenmare home blends modernist flair with scenic Kerry surroundings

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

Jennifer Sheahan: I'm off to France and Spain in my car-turned-tiny home for September

Jennifer Sheahan: I'm off to France and Spain in my car-turned-tiny home for September

World

Russia Ukraine War

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

Russia hit Ukraine’s capital with drone and missiles in the largest aerial attack on the country since the war began, killing at least two people and leaving smoke rising from the roof of a key government building.

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

Italy Obit Armani

Mourners pay last respects to Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani

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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