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<p>NASA's Space Launch System rocket carrying the Orion spacecraft with NASA astronauts launches on the Artemis II mission, Wednesday, April 1, 2026, from Launch Complex 39B at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Picture: Aubrey Gemignani/NASA/Getty Images</p>

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Relief for astronauts as fault fixed on Nasa’s €26m Artemis II toilet

Mission control confirms ‘toilet go for use’ after glitch sorted

<p>The new Taylor Swift waxwork was unveiled at the National Wax Museum in Dublin this morning. Pictures: SAM BOAL/Collins Photos </p>

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'Hopefully she likes it': Taylor Swift waxwork unveiled in Dublin

<p>Recipients can expect their money to arrive on Friday, April 3, or Saturday, April 4. File picture: Stephen Collins/Collins Photos</p>

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Social welfare payment dates changed due to Easter bank holiday

Here’s why the Late Late Show is skipping another Friday this week

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Here’s why the Late Late Show is skipping another Friday this week

Behind the scenes of the viral M&S custard cream Easter egg being made in Ireland

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Behind the scenes of the viral M&S custard cream Easter egg being made in Ireland

SKieran Shannon: If Ireland continue to treat penalties as a lottery they'll never hit jackpot

Roy Keane honours mother Marie with moving eulogy at Cork funeral

Roy Keane honours mother Marie with moving eulogy at Cork funeral

The football legend recalls happy childhood, family life and his mother’s strength in an emotional funeral tribute in Cork

Tue, 31 Mar, 2026

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Helen McEntee to join EU foreign affairs ministers in Kyiv for 'united message' of support for Ukraine

The informal meeting of the EU's foreign affairs ministers will include discussions with president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, writes acting Political Editor, Paul Hosford, in Kyiv

Tue, 31 Mar, 2026

Yvonne McGuinness and Cillian Murphy's Kerry cinema plan delayed by neighbours' appeals

Yvonne McGuinness and Cillian Murphy's Kerry cinema plan delayed by neighbours' appeals

Positive bid from Kerry County Council for the ambitious refurbishment of the Phoenix Cinema has been appealed to the planning commission by local residents

Mon, 30 Mar, 2026

Simon Harris says fuel crisis is 'worsening by the day'

Simon Harris says fuel crisis is 'worsening by the day'

Government's excise cuts being negated by higher prices caused by strikes on energy infrastructure

Mon, 30 Mar, 2026

'This is a better site': Marina Market boss on his plans for a Cork events centre

S 'This is a better site': Marina Market boss on his plans for a Cork events centre

Cork developer Tom Coughlan champions his Marina Market site for the city's vital events and conference centre, highlighting logistical ease and its crucial role in attracting major conventions.

Mon, 30 Mar, 2026

Manon Gilbart: 'I wish endometriosis stopped at the agony of the physical symptoms'

Manon Gilbart: 'I wish endometriosis stopped at the agony of the physical symptoms'

To mark Endometriosis Awareness Month, Irish Examiner reporter Manon Gilbart offers a personal reflection on living with the condition, highlighting the deep impact it has had on her social life and hears from others impacted by it

Sun, 29 Mar, 2026

Czechia vs Republic of Ireland - 2026 FIFA World Cup European Play-offs - Semi-Final - Fortuna Arena

Paul Hosford: State must provide the facilities for sporting stars of the future

Sport Ireland found that there is a 19 percentage point gap between participation in sport at the highest and lowest socio-economic levels

Sun, 29 Mar, 2026

Conor O'Donnell shoots to score his side's first goal of the match 29/3/2026

Donegal stroll to league final victory over subpar Kerry

Donegal landed a significant psychological blow with their second ever Division 1 title.

Sun, 29 Mar, 2026

Eoghan Frayne lifts the trophy 29/3/2026

Cork v Meath: Royals reel in Rebels to take Division Two title

Meath's deconstruction of Pa Doyle’s kickout was the difference at Croke Park.

Sun, 29 Mar, 2026

'You'll always be the boss': Roy Keane pays tribute to his late mother Marie

'You'll always be the boss': Roy Keane pays tribute to his late mother Marie

"You'll always be the boss," he wrote.

Sat, 28 Mar, 2026

Brian Gleeson is tackled by Johan Grobbelaar 28/3/2026

'We never went away': Munster come up just short against Bulls

It was also an excellent response after last week’s 45-0 loss against the Sharks in Durban. The Munster men showed fight and class throughout and claimed two valuable league points, although they would’ve wanted more

Sat, 28 Mar, 2026

When are the clocks going forward?

When are the clocks going forward?

Brighter days are coming

Sat, 28 Mar, 2026

Family watching television in living room

Colin Sheridan: Dodgy boxes have become Ireland’s worst-kept secret — but can the State really crack down?

As costs rise and subscriptions multiply, illegal streaming has slipped from taboo into everyday life for many Irish viewers

Sat, 28 Mar, 2026

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I spent a day with The Young Offenders filming a very Cork wedding — here's what I learned

As the Cork cult favourite returns for its fifth season this week, Esther McCarthy joins the cast behind the scenes as they shoot one of the show’s milestone moments

Sat, 28 Mar, 2026

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Tiger Woods arrested on suspicion of DUI after rollover crash in Florida

Mr Woods was arrested on suspicion of DUI. The Martin County Sheriff’s Office said Woods was not injured.

Fri, 27 Mar, 2026

Marie Keane, mother of Ireland and Manchester United legend Roy Keane, has died

Marie Keane, mother of Ireland and Manchester United legend Roy Keane, has died

Marie was the 'only boss I listen to', according to her son Roy

Fri, 27 Mar, 2026

Czechia v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers Play-off Semi-Final

Czechia v Ireland: World Cup road ends in despair after penalty shootout defeat

Czechia came from two down to defeat Ireland on penalties in the World Cup playoff.

Thu, 26 Mar, 2026

Mick Clifford: The Cork TD riding high on the wave of unapologetic anti-immigrant populism

Mick Clifford: The Cork TD riding high on the wave of unapologetic anti-immigrant populism

Ken O’Flynn’s rhetoric, controversies, and political evolution highlight tensions around immigration, misinformation, and the rise of populist narratives, writes Mick Clifford

Thu, 26 Mar, 2026

A view of Ireland fans in the Old Town Square ahead of the match 26/3/2026

'We're pretty hopeful': Irish fans predict the Czechia v Ireland result

A win against Czechia would set up a playoff final against Denmark or North Macedonia with a spot in the summer's World Cup finals on the line

Thu, 26 Mar, 2026

The Heimir Hallgrimsson interview: 'I’ve told them the future of Irish football is in their hands'

S The Heimir Hallgrimsson interview: 'I’ve told them the future of Irish football is in their hands'

Since November's Budapest bedlam, he's been far and away, but Hallgrimsson is locked and loaded now on next month's World Cup playoffs. In a rare one-on-one interview, he sat down with Irish Examiner football correspondent John Fallon.

Thu, 26 Mar, 2026

Troy Parrott and Séamus Coleman celebrate after the match 16/11/2025

'This is our generation's Italia 90': Ireland within touching distance of first World Cup since 2002

Fans relive iconic late winner as Ireland prepares for crucial playoff with World Cup qualification within touching distance

Thu, 26 Mar, 2026

Friends using mobile phone during a tennis match

Names and addresses of 'dodgy box' users to be given to Sky

Revolut Bank UAB, the provider of accounts from which end users sent money to dodgy box resellers, must provide details of 304 subscribers as well as details of 10 resellers

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026

Kerry v Mayo - Bank of Ireland All-Ireland Senior Football Championship Final

Munster SFC cup to be named after Kerry legend Páidí Ó Sé

Prior to this announcement, the cup was not named after a person or organisation.

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026

20 shirts in 10 years: Ireland leads the way in bringing out new football kits

20 shirts in 10 years: Ireland leads the way in bringing out new football kits

In the past 10 years, Ireland have introduced nearly as many new outfield shirts (20) as Hungary and this week's play-off opponents Czechia combined (21)

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026

Premier Inn to open 156-bed hotel at Limerick Opera Square development

Premier Inn to open 156-bed hotel at Limerick Opera Square development

Whitbread plans major Limerick investment as part of wider strategy to expand Premier Inn footprint across Ireland

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026

Funeral of Ukrainian man slain in Cork hears 'his greatest love in life was his family'

Funeral of Ukrainian man slain in Cork hears 'his greatest love in life was his family'

Oleksandr Zhyvytskyi's wife told mourners: 'He was my strength, my support, and my safe place in life.'

Tue, 24 Mar, 2026

Five key trends from Opera Lane’s spring/summer showcase — and how to wear them

Five key trends from Opera Lane’s spring/summer showcase — and how to wear them

From pastels and florals to elevated casual looks, here's what we'll be wearing in the months ahead

Tue, 24 Mar, 2026

Family of critically injured Limerick woman appeal for prayers as update expected

Family of critically injured Limerick woman appeal for prayers as update expected

Mother-of-one remains critically ill in hospital after roadside attack, as family await update on her condition

Tue, 24 Mar, 2026

Taoiseach calls for lower energy use as Government unveils €250m fuel cost measures

Taoiseach calls for lower energy use as Government unveils €250m fuel cost measures

Government unveils €250m support package while Taoiseach calls for reduced consumption and warns retailers on passing on cuts

Tue, 24 Mar, 2026

Evening view of the Charles Bridge on the Vltava River in the historic center of the capital city of Prague - Czech Republic

Watch: Trams, tickets and Czech beer — the Irish Examiner's travel tips for Irish fans in Prague

As thousands of Ireland fans head east for Ireland's crunch World Cup playoff, John Fallon has the best information on transport and hotels to Prague's best bars.

Tue, 24 Mar, 2026

Dalo's Hurling Show: Tributes to 'amazing man' Michael Lyster as Cork and Limerick set up decider

S Dalo's Hurling Show: Tributes to 'amazing man' Michael Lyster as Cork and Limerick set up decider

Liam Sheedy joins Anthony Daly, TJ Ryan and Mark Landers to review the weekend's hurling and pay tribute to the late Michael Lyster.

Listen | Mon, 23 Mar, 2026

Germany, Group of hikers hiking on Zugspitze mountain

Gareth O'Callaghan: At 65, I’ve learned to stop chasing happiness and start living well

Gareth O'Callaghan on ageing, time, and why contentment — not happiness — may be life’s most valuable goal

Mon, 23 Mar, 2026

Interim examiner appointed to Cummins Sports

Interim examiner appointed to Cummins Sports

Long-standing Cork retailer has been appointed an interim examiner with a High Court petition to be heard on Wednesday

Mon, 23 Mar, 2026

LaGuardia Crash

Pilot and co-pilot killed after Air Canada jet collision at LaGuardia New York

Dozens injured and airport closed after landing plane collided with fire truck reportedly operated by police

Mon, 23 Mar, 2026

There’s a ‘sense of belonging, fun, possibility, and excitement’ in Cork’s Field of Dreams

There’s a ‘sense of belonging, fun, possibility, and excitement’ in Cork’s Field of Dreams

The Curraheen charity has evolved to not only serve training courses for adults getting ready to join the workforce, it also tends to the needs of children too, writes Imasha Costa

Mon, 23 Mar, 2026

Popular The Sunday Game presenter Michael Lyster has died, aged 71

Popular The Sunday Game presenter Michael Lyster has died, aged 71

The highly regarded former RTÉ star presented the station's flagship GAA show for 34 years

Sun, 22 Mar, 2026

How an 1847 Choctaw donation to Ireland now funds students through UCC scholarship

How an 1847 Choctaw donation to Ireland now funds students through UCC scholarship

Historic act of generosity during the Great Famine continues to shape cultural ties and educational opportunities nearly two centuries later

Sun, 22 Mar, 2026

Wedding of the Week: Funnyman Bernard Casey marries Laura Fitzpatrick in Kerry

Wedding of the Week: Funnyman Bernard Casey marries Laura Fitzpatrick in Kerry

Laura Fitzpatrick and Bernard Casey are married in their native Co Kerry, in a ceremony in St John the Baptist Church, Lispole, followed by reception in the Dingle Skellig Hotel

Sat, 21 Mar, 2026

Springmount House: A Cork mansion, a rumoured tunnel, and a €1.5m question mark

Springmount House: A Cork mansion, a rumoured tunnel, and a €1.5m question mark

Historic Sunday’s Well residence with gaol folklore and 1.46 acres offers rare restoration or development opportunity in Cork city

Sat, 21 Mar, 2026

'A true pioneer of the folk tradition': Tributes paid to folk singer Dolores Keane

Dolores Keane obituary: An hauntingly talented singer who battled her demons

The renowned folk singer toured the world but lost years to alcohol and depression before finally finding peace in later years

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026

DORTMUND, GERMANY, December 1st 2018: Chuck Norris (*1940, American martial artist, actor, film producer and screenwriter) at Ge

Chuck Norris, prolific action star and martial arts champion, dies aged 86

Actor who rose to fame after starring in Bruce Lee’s The Way of the Dragon also became a TV fixture with Walker, Texas Ranger

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026

'We never leave them alone': Meet the Cork search and recovery group helping families find closure

'We never leave them alone': Meet the Cork search and recovery group helping families find closure

Inside Cork’s missing persons search team on the River Lee, where volunteers work tirelessly to recover the missing and support families

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026

My Wedding Day with Linda Stinson: ‘I woke that morning to a patchy and green fake tan disaster’

S My Wedding Day with Linda Stinson: ‘I woke that morning to a patchy and green fake tan disaster’

I wanted a real 1920s' wedding. I’ve always been into black-and-white movies and that whole era

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026

‘Meowzart’ the piano-playing Wicklow cat lands major TV role

‘Meowzart’ the piano-playing Wicklow cat lands major TV role

Hand-reared Wicklow cat with a talent for piano playing and tricks is set to star in new TV series

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026