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'Was it really worth it, Sean?': How Kinahan cartel lieutenant McGovern was brought to justice
'Was it really worth it, Sean?': How Kinahan cartel lieutenant McGovern was brought to justice
The pursuit of Sean McGovern — a key figure in the Kinahan cartel — spanned countries. Utilising technology as part of a years-long investigation, his landmark extradition and conviction stemmed from a feud-driven killing that shocked the country

Sun, 14 Jun, 2026

I read 2026's most exciting new books — here are the best ones for your summer reading list
I read 2026's most exciting new books — here are the best ones for your summer reading list
From BookTok sensations to indie gems, digital features editor and avid reader Denise O’Donoghue has read the year’s most talked-about titles — these are the ones worth making room for in your suitcase

Sun, 14 Jun, 2026

Dearbhla Mescal: West Cork is my happy place, it's a gift I never thought I'd have
Dearbhla Mescal: West Cork is my happy place, it's a gift I never thought I'd have
Dearbhla Mescal has dedicated the last three decades to raising three children, including the Oscar-nominated Paul Mescal. Ahead of her appearance at Bantry's literary festival, Vickie Maye meets the author in her West Cork haven.

Sat, 13 Jun, 2026

'If there's a price tag on every child in this country, it’s a sorry country': A Cork father's fight to save his son
'If there's a price tag on every child in this country, it’s a sorry country': A Cork father's fight to save his son
Craig Coady talks about his fight to save his son on The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast

 Listen | Wed, 10 Jun, 2026

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IRELAND-ECONOMY-POLITICS-REAL ESTATE-HOUSING
Special report: Faces of homelessness have been changing over the last decade
The near total wipeout of social housing following the financial crash is at the root of the 'HAP trap' cost

Mon, 08 Jun, 2026

Healy-Rae split: A family feud casts a shadow over Kerry's most powerful political name
Healy-Rae split: A family feud casts a shadow over Kerry's most powerful political name
Residents in Kilgarvan react cautiously as tensions between Michael and Danny Healy-Rae emerge publicly

Sun, 07 Jun, 2026

Elaine Loughlin: As the Healy-Rae dynasty implodes, a more positive kind of politics may be on the rise
Elaine Loughlin: As the Healy-Rae dynasty implodes, a more positive kind of politics may be on the rise
This week, we heard Michael Healy-Rae's explosive Radio Kerry interview — but we also heard Claire Byrne's Newstalk show where new TD Daniel Ennis brought hope and positivity beyond dynasties

Sun, 07 Jun, 2026

Mick Clifford: Why Ireland faces difficult choices over investment, jobs and global conflicts
S Mick Clifford: Why Ireland faces difficult choices over investment, jobs and global conflicts
From Aughinish to data centres, Ireland faces growing questions about the true cost of protecting jobs

Sun, 07 Jun, 2026

Exam cheating rises
Colin Sheridan: Here's how I cheated the system when I sat my Leaving Cert
Colin Sheridan reflects on 1990s Ireland, exam pressure, youthful schemes and an unexpected career detour

Sat, 06 Jun, 2026

Best electric cars in Ireland 2026: The EVs worth considering now
Best electric cars in Ireland 2026: The EVs worth considering now
With 116 EV models now on sale, Irish motorists face more choice than ever before

Sat, 06 Jun, 2026

Evanna Lynch: Harry Potter didn't test me as an actor — now I'm seeking a challenge
Evanna Lynch: Harry Potter didn't test me as an actor — now I'm seeking a challenge
Despite having just 17 minutes of screentime across the entire Harry Potter franchise, Evanna Lynch can’t escape the character of Luna Lovegood. Deirdre McArdle finds there is so much more to the talented Louth actor

Wed, 03 Jun, 2026

‘Working with family has a special dynamic’: One of country's oldest jewellers welcomes fifth generation
‘Working with family has a special dynamic’: One of country's oldest jewellers welcomes fifth generation
When John Ross bought a jewellery shop in 1899, he stipulated in the deeds that it would be in the family 'forever'. He has been proved right so far, says Sally McEllistrim

Mon, 01 Jun, 2026

Clare v Galway - Fulfil GAA Hurling All-Ireland U20 Championship Final
S Anthony Daly: Eoghan Gunning has captained Clare to minor and U20 titles. Can he complete the triple?
After only dreaming of days like these for so long, everyone in Clare is entitled to believe that anything is possible

Mon, 01 Jun, 2026

Group of skilled padel players playing padel match on new court indoors at night
Ireland's Padel Boom: Courts, investments and plans to bring the sport to every town
Padel is the natural progression from saunas, golf simulators, and Pilates workouts for a population that values holistic fitness and has the money to spend

Mon, 01 Jun, 2026

Remembering Ellen Cassidy: The story behind the yellow tribute at Cork City Marathon 
Remembering Ellen Cassidy: The story behind the yellow tribute at Cork City Marathon 
Vickie Maye meets the Cassidy family to learn more about Ellen's life, kindness, talent and enduring legacy

Sun, 31 May, 2026

'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

Fri, 29 May, 2026

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
After months of careful planning and eating out, our food critics Joe McNamee and Leslie Williams reveal our inaugural list of the country’s finest restaurants. First published in April, we are resharing the list to help you decide on a long weekend food experience

Wed, 27 May, 2026

YVES SAKILA
'He fell through every crack possible': Family speak out after Yves Sakila’s death
Family members describe grief, unanswered questions, and growing frustration as investigations into Yves Sakila’s death continue

 Listen | Tue, 26 May, 2026

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People think 'Irish food culture' is hot chicken rolls and Taytos — we need to change that
People think 'Irish food culture' is hot chicken rolls and Taytos — we need to change that
A conversation at an awards ceremony in the UK showed me the contrast between how foodies think of Irish food and how it's experienced by most people - super ingredients versus overfeeding and ultra processed junk

Mon, 25 May, 2026

ieExplains: What is the Occupied Territories Bill and why is it in the news?
ieExplains: What is the Occupied Territories Bill and why is it in the news?
The Occupied Territories Bill was first introduced in 2018, but the Government is set to bring it back for debate to the Dáil in the coming weeks

Mon, 25 May, 2026

Dublin Central by-election
Theresa Reidy: By-election results will be troubling for Fianna Fáil and Sinn Féin 
Sinn Féin has been positioning itself to lead a left government after the next general election. On these results, the party will be some way off the running

Mon, 25 May, 2026

Cillian Murphy's 50th birthday: 10 steps to success — family, formation and film roles 
Cillian Murphy's 50th birthday: 10 steps to success — family, formation and film roles 
As the Irish actor marks his 50th birthday on Monday, May 25, here are some of the key pillars that have contributed to his status as one of the greatest of his profession 

Mon, 25 May, 2026

How South Main St was chosen as location for Cork City's new city library
How South Main St was chosen as location for Cork City's new city library
The site earmarked for the event centre is separate to the Beamish & Crawford Counting House which the council recently purchased for the library

Mon, 25 May, 2026

Ian Flanagan 30/7/2023
S Munster chief Ian Flanagan: 'I'm sorry. This situation won't arise again on my watch'
Exclusive: Munster Rugby's chief executive is speaking for the first time since his organisation was plunged into controversy during the abandoned appointment of Roger Randle

Sat, 23 May, 2026

Suzanne Harrington: From cycling to giving up meat, why do sustainable choices invite such rage?
Suzanne Harrington: From cycling to giving up meat, why do sustainable choices invite such rage?
Eating mostly plants and choosing the bike over the car where she can, Suzanne Harrington has found her small eco-friendly swaps can strike a nerve. With psychologist Dr Malie Coyne, she explores why attempts to live more sustainably prompt such outsized reactions

Sat, 23 May, 2026

Five things we learned from canvassing with Galway West by-election candidates
Five things we learned from canvassing with Galway West by-election candidates
Candidates encountered polite voters, sharp criticism, and persistent cost-of-living concerns while canvassing across Galway West communities

 Listen | Thu, 21 May, 2026

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The agonies and ecstasies of adopting a rescue dog — or two
The agonies and ecstasies of adopting a rescue dog — or two
There’s a particular kind of love that comes with a rescue dog. It’s definitely not easy, but it is real and worth it.

Wed, 20 May, 2026

Sinéad Kennedy: It’s not normal how I live but I thrive on the chaos
Sinéad Kennedy: It’s not normal how I live but I thrive on the chaos
As Sinéad Kennedy wraps up another season of Today, she chats to Deirdre McArdle about summer plans, navigating a long-distance marriage and why she thrives in the chaos

Wed, 20 May, 2026

An Irishwoman's Diary series 1: Meet the Irish women who left their mark on history 
An Irishwoman's Diary series 1: Meet the Irish women who left their mark on history 
Irish women have made their mark on the world across generations. Deirdre O'Shaughnessy and Clodagh Finn discuss six such women and their incredible stories 

 Listen | Tue, 19 May, 2026

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General Election Ireland 2024
Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch is no 'Robin Hood of the Oireachtas'
Gerry Hutch is a veteran criminal suspected of involvement in two of the biggest armed robberies in the State, writes Mick Clifford

Mon, 18 May, 2026

Imelda May: 'My brain never stops ticking — when nighttime comes, the circus arrives'
Imelda May: 'My brain never stops ticking — when nighttime comes, the circus arrives'
As Imelda May brings her songs and her sitting room to Cork, she talks to Deirdre McArdle about curiosity, gaeilge, and why storytelling is at the heart of everything she does

Sun, 17 May, 2026

Jack Coyne: Meet the man behind Track Star who quizzes celebs like Cillian Murphy
Jack Coyne: Meet the man behind Track Star who quizzes celebs like Cillian Murphy
His music interviews with celebrities from Cillian Murphy to Olivia Rodrigo have made Jack Coyne himself a star. Marjorie Brennan meets the man behind Track Star

Sat, 16 May, 2026

SHANNEN HEALY
S I’m going to 11 weddings this year — here’s how I’m saving money and still having fun
Cork-born, Dublin-based Shannen Healy has grown a following as a de-influencer, sharing her imperfect sustainable journey online. Here she shares how she is approaching wedding season in a way that saves money, reduces waste, and doesn’t take away from the fun

Wed, 13 May, 2026

Kerry v Cork - Munster GAA Football Senior Championship Final
S Éamonn Fitzmaurice: Kerry evolution is clear as same old Cork failings rush to surface
The Kerry defence deserve massive credit for Sunday's win. In the second half they limited Cork to 1-2. While Cork did themselves no favours, the Kerry backs stood out with a disciplined and cohesive performance.

Mon, 11 May, 2026

My family journey through Thailand — a goodbye disguised as a holiday
My family journey through Thailand — a goodbye disguised as a holiday
A family journey through Thailand and the struggle to release what you can’t hold forever

Mon, 11 May, 2026

Frightening to see how clever the far-right reaction to the picking of the Dublin Rose is
S Frightening to see how clever the far-right reaction to the picking of the Dublin Rose is
Suad Mooge represents a new kind of Rose for a new kind of Ireland — and a threat to the far right revisionists who want to drag us back to the past

Mon, 11 May, 2026

Waterford v Cork - Munster GAA Senior Hurling Championship Round 3
S Anthony Daly: Déise still search for missing inches but Cork are enjoying themselves
The purists may argue that it’s nowhere near as pretty or as devastating as the hurling Cork were playing this time last year. Yet Cork still scored 1-26 and could have had three more goals. Is that not entertainment?

Mon, 11 May, 2026

ROSE OSBORNE
Cancer patient speaks out as her son's killer seeks to have his life sentence reconsidered
Rose Osborne's son Glen was murdered six years ago, and as she fights cancer, his killer is seeking to have his life sentence reconsidered

Mon, 11 May, 2026

close-up photo of a female hands holding a pink invitation envelope with a wax seal, a gift certificate, a card, a wedding invit
I can't afford to go to a wedding — how can I decline an invitation without causing drama?
The accommodation, the gift, the time off work, childcare, travel... a wedding day can be expensive for guests. Isn't it time we allowed people to gracefully decline them

Sat, 09 May, 2026

How a free app and a stylist helped me shop less and find my style
How a free app and a stylist helped me shop less and find my style
Caught in a cycle of overconsumption, Nicole Glennon set out to buy less and wear more in 2026. She shares the five-step process that helped her feel more confident, spend less money, and become a more sustainable shopper 

Sat, 09 May, 2026

I went behind the scenes at Vision Ireland to see the impact of our fast fashion addiction
I went behind the scenes at Vision Ireland to see the impact of our fast fashion addiction
From next-day delivery to resale apps like Vinted and Depop, clothing is moving through Ireland faster than ever. Inside the Vision Ireland warehouse, the scale of the country’s textile waste problem becomes impossible to ignore, writes Holly Warren

Fri, 08 May, 2026

DARAGH FLEMING
Daragh Fleming: ‘My best friend’s suicide changed me forever’
Daragh Fleming was in college when grief hit, two years after the death, spurring him to become a mental health activist

Fri, 08 May, 2026

Attenborough at 100: Derek Mooney, Dorothy Cross, and other Irish people share their thoughts 
Attenborough at 100: Derek Mooney, Dorothy Cross, and other Irish people share their thoughts 
As David Attenborough reaches his big birthday, Richard Fitzpatrick chats to a mix of people about their encounters and memories of the legendary wildlife broadcaster. We even learn what he's done for the sport of hurling 

Tue, 05 May, 2026

Mick Clifford: The past for Fianna Fáil was glorious, the future bulges with uncertainty
Mick Clifford: The past for Fianna Fáil was glorious, the future bulges with uncertainty
From civil war origins to decades of dominance, the party’s evolution reflects Ireland’s shifting political and economic landscape

Sun, 03 May, 2026

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