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Cork man Morgan McSweeney resigns as Keir Starmer’s chief of staff over Mandelson scandal

Macroom native accepts responsibility for advising Keir Starmer on controversial Mandelson appointment amid growing Labour Party anger

<p>Cork manager Ben O'Connor with Hugh O'Connor of Cork after the Allianz Hurling League Division 1A match between Cork and Tipperary at SuperValu Páirc Ui Chaoimh in Cork. Photo by Ray McManus/Sportsfile</p>

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Cork boss Ben O'Connor takes aim at RTÉ, Croke Park, and referees

<p>Courtroom artist Mike O’Donnell at work in his studio in Tralee, Co Kerry. Picture: Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD</p>

spotlight

From Gerry ‘The Monk’ Hutch to Conor McGregor: Life as one of Ireland’s last courtroom artists

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columnists

Dear Dáithí: Should we attend or ignore a 'non-communion party'?

Meet the Kenmare family who bought their hotel back from John and Francis Brennan

travel

Meet the Kenmare family who bought their hotel back from John and Francis Brennan

Milano - Corteo di sindacati e centri sociali contro Olimpiadi di Milano Cortina 2026

world

Italian PM Meloni condemns anti-Olympics actions in Milan

Cork v Tipperary - Allianz Hurling League Division 1A

gaa

Liam Cahill: 'We are talking out of both sides of our mouth in the GAA on player welfare'

Tubridy says he 'wouldn't say never' when asked about returning to RTÉ

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Tubridy says he 'wouldn't say never' when asked about returning to RTÉ

Restaurant review: Soulful homeliness and a welcome sense of place in dishes at Spitalfields

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Restaurant review: Soulful homeliness and a welcome sense of place in dishes at Spitalfields

News

Using mobile phone

Text helpline sees record number of struggling people make contact

Text service sees spike in conversations about housing problems and loneliness

Watch: Rough seas cause unusually high waves to hit the coast of Ireland

Watch: Rough seas cause unusually high waves to hit the coast of Ireland

West Cork gardaí seek nominations to recognise inspirational young people

West Cork gardaí seek nominations to recognise inspirational young people

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Further seven Palestinian children arrive in Ireland for treatment following evacuation from Gaza

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sport

Celtic v Roma - UEFA Europa League - League Phase - Celtic Park

Evan Ferguson 'hurt avoiding a photographer' as Gasperini opens up on issues at Roma

The Republic of Ireland international has endured a mixed spell in Italy.

Cross-Country Skiing - Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics: Day 2

Emotional day for Maloney Westgaard as he finishes 35th at Winter Olympics

Ireland v Syria - Davis Cup World Cup Group II Play-Off - Day 2

Ireland up against it in Davis Cup after agonising doubles defeat

Both-footed and sure-footed Noonan key to Waterford's season

Both-footed and sure-footed Noonan key to Waterford's season

Insight: Must Reads

I tried a professional decluttering service — a month later, is my kitchen still tidy?

I tried a professional decluttering service — a month later, is my kitchen still tidy?

A professional decluttering service was called for when Jess Casey decided it was finally time to clear some of the mess that has built up in her home

'It has to survive': Reflecting on Cork's Quay Co-op's past and looking to the future

S 'It has to survive': Reflecting on Cork's Quay Co-op's past and looking to the future

I gave up alcohol for a month — here's how it impacted my sleep, health, and more

I gave up alcohol for a month — here's how it impacted my sleep, health, and more

Why are Irish communities seeing more flooding and several 'one-in-100-year' floods?

Why are Irish communities seeing more flooding and several 'one-in-100-year' floods?

Regular Columnists

Michael Clifford

S Mick Clifford: Ireland should think twice before embracing the new left-right political divide

Clodagh Finn: Anna Frances Levins — ‘The most travelled Irishwoman in the world’

Paul Hosford: Why Irish opinion polls rarely decide who actually wins elections

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S Gareth O'Callaghan: What weeks in Cork University Hospital taught me about fear, faith and survival

Lifestyle

Tommy Tiernan Show recap: Michael Palin on grief, comedy and travelling the world

Tommy Tiernan Show recap: Michael Palin on grief, comedy and travelling the world

Tiernan’s guests on Saturday night included actor, comedian and writer Michael Palin, neurologist and writer Dr Suzanne O’Sullivan, and actor and writer Thommas Kane Byrne

Young woman suffering from itching on her skin and scratching an itchy place. Allergic reaction to insect bites, dermatitis, foo

Natural health: What can I do to treat my psoriasis?

The Pigeon Hole Loop is a great location for a walk on a 'fine soft day'

The Pigeon Hole Loop is a great location for a walk on a 'fine soft day'

Culture That Made Me: Síle Seoige picks her music, film, and literary touchstones

Culture That Made Me: Síle Seoige picks her music, film, and literary touchstones

Viewpoints

Norway Royals

Royal scandals expose why monarchy is losing relevance in Britain and beyond

Scandals, shrinking public support and generational change are stripping monarchy of its power, purpose and public patience

European Council meeting

Shona Murray: Britain and the EU need each other like no other time in recent history

Poor tired depressed hungry homeless man holding a cardboard house. nostalgia and hope concept.

How Ireland became a wealthy country that can’t build the basics

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Politics today — Louise Burne

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Politics today — Louise Burne

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Graham Linehan court case

S Mick Clifford: Ireland should think twice before embracing the new left-right political divide

As culture wars intensify abroad, Ireland should resist importing polarisation, extremism and political certainties that corrode democratic debate

Lewis Silkin ready for growth with expanded employment law practice

S Lewis Silkin ready for growth with expanded employment law practice

Whitney Moore names new head of insurance

S Whitney Moore names new head of insurance

Republic of Ireland Head Coaches Visit Carrigtwohill Community National School

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

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The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: The Cork doctor who spent a year living in the Arctic

The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast: The Cork doctor who spent a year living in the Arctic

Dining on seal and walrus meat in temperatures as low as -40C, travelling by dog sled and sewing clothes from animal skins in the traditional Inuit way is not standard fare for a doctor on a sabbatical

The Gaelic Football Show Extra: The trends in Gaelic football so far, with Evan Talty

S The Gaelic Football Show Extra: The trends in Gaelic football so far, with Evan Talty

Six Nations Podcast: Does French lesson in Paris mark the end of a golden era?

Six Nations Podcast: Does French lesson in Paris mark the end of a golden era?

Six Nations Podcast: Can Ireland's disrupters draw a line in the sand?

Six Nations Podcast: Can Ireland's disrupters draw a line in the sand?

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Watch: Rough seas cause unusually high waves to hit the coast of Ireland

Watch: Rough seas cause unusually high waves to hit the coast of Ireland

High waves were seen along the coast at Scotsman's Bay in Dun Laoghaire on Friday February 6th

Watch: Technology giant Qualcomm Technologies was named Company of the Year

Watch: Technology giant Qualcomm Technologies was named Company of the Year

Grace Lynch funeral

Watch: The Funeral of Grace Lynch at St. Oliver Plunkett's Church in Finglas

farming

Macra calls for Heydon to intervene and protect Ireland’s food reputation

Macra calls for Heydon to intervene and protect Ireland’s food reputation

Macra says Ireland’s reputation as a trusted, high-quality food producer depends on unity, transparency and respect throughout the sector

Confident in Her Line of Work

Calls for entries for the International Year of the Woman Farmer ambassador

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The Beckham wedding... Finally, auld Lehane discloses what he saw that night

Farmers protest outside the Dáil as Bord Bia chair defends his position

Farmers protest outside the Dáil as Bord Bia chair defends his position

Property

Private residential home interiors and exteriors.

How to use new SEAI grants to make your home energy-efficient and save money

SEAI experts answer homeowners’ toughest questions on grants, costs, BER reports and how to prioritise energy upgrades on a budget

Architect John Morehead's €1.25m Blackrock Marina home is a Nordic beauty

Architect John Morehead's €1.25m Blackrock Marina home is a Nordic beauty

Renovated, flipped and ready to go for €475k on Friars Walk

Renovated, flipped and ready to go for €475k on Friars Walk

€795k Buxton beauty in Sunday's Well has historical roots and modern touches

€795k Buxton beauty in Sunday's Well has historical roots and modern touches

World

APTOPIX Israel Palestinians Gaza

Palestinians attempt to use Gaza’s Rafah Border crossing amid delays

The opening comes as Israel prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to travel to Washington this week, though the major subject of discussion will be Iran, his office said

Russia Shooting

Russia says man suspected of shooting top general has been detained in Dubai

Japan Election

Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi hopes for big win in national elections

Savannah Guthrie Mom Missing

‘We will pay’: Savannah Guthrie’s plea to mother’s potential kidnappers

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