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#Israel-Palestine

Israeli military changes initial account of Gaza aid worker killings

The military initially said soldiers had opened fire on vehicles that approached their position "suspiciously" in the dark without lights or markings.

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#IEVideo

Watch: Funeral of Mick O'Dwyer in Pictures

GAA Legend Mick O'Dwyer was laid to rest at St Finian’s Church, Waterville, Co Kerry.

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Video - News

Watch: Funeral of Mick O'Dwyer in Pictures

GAA Legend Mick O'Dwyer was laid to rest at St Finian’s Church, Waterville, Co Kerry.

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Mick O Dwyer

Watch: Funeral of Mick O'Dwyer in Pictures

GAA Legend Mick O'Dwyer was laid to rest at St Finian’s Church, Waterville, Co Kerry.

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Tipperary GAA

S Tony Wall recalls 1960 and Ring - 'Christy was a force of nature in every match and did extraordinary things'

The old rivals will meet in the league decider, on Sunday, for the first time since 1960.

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Cork - Sport

S Tony Wall recalls 1960 and Ring - 'Christy was a force of nature in every match and did extraordinary things'

The old rivals will meet in the league decider, on Sunday, for the first time since 1960.

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Dear Daithi

Dear Dáithí: Should I let my absent father walk me down the aisle on my wedding day?

Your father believes this role belongs to him, but in this case, it doesn’t. You’ll need to make that clear

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Parenting - Advice

Children facing ‘allergy epidemic’ due to delayed introduction of certain foods

Avoiding certain foods, as advised in the past, may actually increase the risk of children developing allergies

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Parenting - Baby

Children facing ‘allergy epidemic’ due to delayed introduction of certain foods

Avoiding certain foods, as advised in the past, may actually increase the risk of children developing allergies

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Parenting - Toddler

Children facing ‘allergy epidemic’ due to delayed introduction of certain foods

Avoiding certain foods, as advised in the past, may actually increase the risk of children developing allergies

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Parenting - Preschool

Children facing ‘allergy epidemic’ due to delayed introduction of certain foods

Avoiding certain foods, as advised in the past, may actually increase the risk of children developing allergies

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Parenting - School children

Children facing ‘allergy epidemic’ due to delayed introduction of certain foods

Avoiding certain foods, as advised in the past, may actually increase the risk of children developing allergies

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Restaurant Review

S Restaurant review: I can see why one dish went viral within hours of this place opening

And the cacio e pepe is so well executed that it could calm a Lazio Ultra supporter following a three-nil defeat by Juventas.

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Home - Gardening in Spring

Garden Q&A: Is it too early to start planting out summer bedding?

These plants have been grown indoors in protected environments

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Natural Health

Pain in the spine. Composite of image spine and female back with backache.

Natural Health: I'm in my early 40s, what can I do about my osteopenia?

Our bones are living tissue directly affected by diet and exercise.

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Violence against women

S Mick Clifford: Strip search claims at Leinster House protest raise real questions — and some invented ones

Dáil claims of Garda sexual violence demand real investigation — but not at the cost of facts or credibility

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Afghanistan

Avengers Assemble: Meet Cork's robot-makers who are helping make the world a safer place

Robots designed and manufactured in Kilbrittain, Co Cork, are being shipped worldwide to places that are not safe for humans to help dispose of bombs and save the lives of first responders, writes Sarah Horgan

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Connacht Rugby

Mack Hansen is presented with the Player of the Match award 5/4/2025

'We are ready to win this' says Mack Hansen after Connacht defeat Cardiff in Challenge Cup

The Irish international led from the front as they saw off Cardiff at Dexcom Stadium and he firmly believes they can go all the way.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Donald Trump

Donald Trump goes all in with bet that the heavy price of tariffs will pay off for Americans

The tariff announcement was perhaps the boldest manifestation of Trump’s second-term freedom to lead with his instincts. How it shakes out could be a defining judgment on his presidency

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#US Elections

Donald Trump goes all in with bet that the heavy price of tariffs will pay off for Americans

The tariff announcement was perhaps the boldest manifestation of Trump’s second-term freedom to lead with his instincts. How it shakes out could be a defining judgment on his presidency

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Munster Rugby

La Rochelle v Munster - Investec Champions Cup Round of 16

Ian Costello: Chat in Munster dressing room now is about getting three more Champions Cup wins

Costello also revealed that Munster’s record points scorer Ronan O’Gara had visited the away dressing room at full-time.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Elon Musk

Protesters tee off against Trump and Musk in ‘Hands Off!’ rallies across US

The protest sites included the National Mall in Washington, DC, state capitols and other locations in all 50 American states

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Weddings

Wedding of the Week: Rain couldn’t dampen the joy at James and Sarah’s big day in Kerry

From lockdown walks to a riverside proposal, Sarah and James’s special day in Kerry was pure joy — rain and all

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Champions Cup

Jack Crowley scores a drop goal 5/4/2025

As it happened: Munster stun Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle in the Champions Cup

Munster face the Ronan O'Gara-coached La Rochelle in the last-16 of the Champions Cup. The game kicks off at 5:30pm.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Childrens Health

Children’s disability teams 'dangerously understaffed'

Shortages mean although thousands of children receive help every week from children’s disability networks, many struggle

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Leinster Rugby

Leinster v Harlequins - Investec Champions Cup - Croke Park

'Phenomenal' Leinster are the 'envy' of other clubs, says Harlequins coach Danny Wilson

Wilson was speaking in the hour after his Quins team was beaten 62-0 by the province in the Champions Cup round of 16

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Middle East

Israeli troops deploy to new corridor across Gaza

Israeli troops have deployed to a newly established security corridor across southern Gaza, officials said. On Wednesday, Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the new Morag Corridor to raise the pressure on the Hamas militant group.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Gaelic Football

'Outstandingly intelligent, effortlessly articulate': Mick O'Dwyer celebrated by friend Michael O'Flynn

At Mick O'Dwyer's funeral in Waterville, well-known Cork property developer Michael O’Flynn provided the eulogy for his long-time friend.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Hurling

Smash-and-grab Clare minors fight back to damage Tipp title defence hopes

For Tipperary, a second successive defeats means that the defending Munster and All-Ireland champions' retention hopes are hanging by a thread.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Clare GAA

Smash-and-grab Clare minors fight back to damage Tipp title defence hopes

For Tipperary, a second successive defeats means that the defending Munster and All-Ireland champions' retention hopes are hanging by a thread.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Rural Affairs

Vanished without a trace: What happened to Kerry’s missing farmer Michael Gaine?

As days pass and hope fades, a Kerry community struggles with heartbreak, suspicion, and the chilling silence of loss

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Arsenal

Ndiaye penalty secures Everton point as Arsenal lose further ground at the top

The draw leaves Arsenal 11 points behind league leaders Liverpool with only seven games to play. Liverpool can stretch their advantage to 14 points with a victory over Fulham on Sunday.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Motoring

Opel Grandland review: Style meets sensibility — just don’t expect fireworks

The new Opel Grandland blends German practicality with Stellantis tech — but driving purists may want more excitement

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Sport - Top Picks

S Ring, Doyle and film cameras: Cork and Tipp to reel in the years in league final reunion

The old rivals face off in the league decider on Sunday, for the first time since 1960.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Irish Examiner Instagram Sport

S Éamonn Fitzmaurice: If Murphy starts Jim is going all-in but is he thinking bigger?

There are five teams dreaming big as the football championship starts: Armagh, Kerry, Donegal, Dublin and Galway.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Waterford GAA

Waterford v Offaly - Allianz Hurling League Division 1B

Peter Queally: 'You do have to stick to your principles. You do have to keep going'

The workload still wasn’t a patch on the baptism of fire he received when Waterford lost their League opener to Carlow at the beginning of February.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#The Late Late Show

Four Late Late Show talking points, including a tribute to Mick O’Dwyer

Labour leader Ivana Bacik also discussed the Dáil's speaking rights row and Trump's tariffs

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Picture Galleries

A selection of images chosen by the Irish Examiner picture desk

The Photographs of the Week as selected by our Visual Media team. 05/04/2025

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Home - Gardening

Peter Dowdall: The keys to success with spring bulbs

They require very little fuss yet reward you so generously

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Books – Features and News

Cork author Louise Hegarty on her first novel: ‘I’ve been training for this for 25 years’

Every so often, a debut novel stands out from the pack. This year, that book is ‘Fair Play’, says Aoife Barry. Cork author Louise Hegarty talks growing up in Glanmire, learning her craft from Agatha Christie, and the joy of being a debut novelist in her 30s

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#My Saturday

Saturday with Derek Landy: 'I need silence — that’s when my imagination activates'

The 17th book in Derek Landy’s Skulduggery Pleasant series A Heart Full of Hatred has just been released

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Conor McGregor

Gareth O'Callaghan: Why Ireland must protect the presidency from political vanity and empty celebrity

Ireland has had three transformative presidents since 1990 — will the next one uphold their legacy or fall short?

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Presidential election

Gareth O'Callaghan: Why Ireland must protect the presidency from political vanity and empty celebrity

Ireland has had three transformative presidents since 1990 — will the next one uphold their legacy or fall short?

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Defence Forces

S Elaine Loughlin: Ireland is dangerously exposed to sabotage beneath the sea — and we’re not ready

Ireland’s seabed carries our data, power and gas — but political inaction leaves us dangerously open to attack

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Simon Harris

World retaliates to tariffs as Trump doubles down on trade war

Irish firms, particularly in the food and drink sectors, are scrambling to shore up their business as US tariffs begin to bite

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Ulster Rugby

Tipperary v Cork - Munster GAA Hurling Senior Championship Round 4

Sportsguide: Cork take on Tipp, Munster travel to Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle

Another action packed weekend of sport this weekend from the Allianz NHL finals to the return of the Champions Cup - all you need to know here.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Galway GAA

Sportsguide: Cork take on Tipp, Munster travel to Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle

Another action packed weekend of sport this weekend from the Allianz NHL finals to the return of the Champions Cup - all you need to know here.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Connacht GAA

Sportsguide: Cork take on Tipp, Munster travel to Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle

Another action packed weekend of sport this weekend from the Allianz NHL finals to the return of the Champions Cup - all you need to know here.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Leinster GAA

Sportsguide: Cork take on Tipp, Munster travel to Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle

Another action packed weekend of sport this weekend from the Allianz NHL finals to the return of the Champions Cup - all you need to know here.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Ulster GAA

Sportsguide: Cork take on Tipp, Munster travel to Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle

Another action packed weekend of sport this weekend from the Allianz NHL finals to the return of the Champions Cup - all you need to know here.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Munster GAA

Sportsguide: Cork take on Tipp, Munster travel to Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle

Another action packed weekend of sport this weekend from the Allianz NHL finals to the return of the Champions Cup - all you need to know here.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Liverpool

Sportsguide: Cork take on Tipp, Munster travel to Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle

Another action packed weekend of sport this weekend from the Allianz NHL finals to the return of the Champions Cup - all you need to know here.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Manchester United

Sportsguide: Cork take on Tipp, Munster travel to Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle

Another action packed weekend of sport this weekend from the Allianz NHL finals to the return of the Champions Cup - all you need to know here.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Tottenham Hotspur

Sportsguide: Cork take on Tipp, Munster travel to Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle

Another action packed weekend of sport this weekend from the Allianz NHL finals to the return of the Champions Cup - all you need to know here.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Mayo GAA

Sportsguide: Cork take on Tipp, Munster travel to Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle

Another action packed weekend of sport this weekend from the Allianz NHL finals to the return of the Champions Cup - all you need to know here.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#History

Clodagh Finn: Mother’s Day Gaza vigil highlights Irish discomfort with female protest and dissent

The treatment of Gaza protesters outside the Dáil shows how female dissent is still met with disproportionate force

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#History - Women at War

Clodagh Finn: Mother’s Day Gaza vigil highlights Irish discomfort with female protest and dissent

The treatment of Gaza protesters outside the Dáil shows how female dissent is still met with disproportionate force

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Obituaries

Mick O'Dwyer: remembering the GAA revolutionary who reshaped Gaelic football across generations

From Waterville to nationwide legend, Micko’s extraordinary legacy as player and manager changed the GAA forever

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Books - Fiction

Book review: All aboard for an enthralling ride in this explosive historical thriller

Emma Donoghue’s well-judged pacing in 'The Paris Express' has created an enthralling, suspenseful read

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Books – Non Fiction

Book review: A musical life less ordinary

Keith Donald kept diaries throughout a hectic working life that began when he joined his first showband, The Federals, in the mid-1960s

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

#Family

Hundreds applaud GAA legend Mick O'Dwyer as mourners prepare to bid final farewell

Family, fans, and GAA stars paid tribute to the iconic Kerry footballer and manager on Friday ahead of his funeral tomorrow

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Good Friday Agreement

Chambers is right: Trump tariffs are a once-in-a-century event

Public expenditure minister warns that the disruption is 'possibly the biggest impact on trade in over 100 years' — and it is no hyperbole

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Homelessness

Justice minister will not oppose bill to ban 'sex for rent' exploitation

Jim O’Callaghan said he would have suggestions for amendments to Senator Laura Harmon's proposed new law

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Sex-for-rent

Justice minister will not oppose bill to ban 'sex for rent' exploitation

Jim O’Callaghan said he would have suggestions for amendments to Senator Laura Harmon's proposed new law

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Books - Younger readers

Children's book reviews: Adventures aplenty in this springtime crop of new Irish books

April book reviews from Children’s Books Ireland with Ruth Concannon

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Republic of Ireland WNT

Kyra Carusa celebrates scoring her sides second goal 4/4/2025

Four-midable Ireland blow Greece away with second-half surge

Katie McCabe's introduction at half time proved to be decisive.

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Farming - Agribusiness

Taskforce to seek solutions to salvage storm timber

Thousands of trees were blown down in Storms Éowyn and Darragh earlier this year

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Farming - Rural Life

Taskforce to seek solutions to salvage storm timber

Thousands of trees were blown down in Storms Éowyn and Darragh earlier this year

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Video - Life

Watch: Northern lights over Fort Dunree

A timelapse shows the colourful Aurora Borealis dancing over Fort Dunree around 10:10pm on April 3rd, 2025, during a G1 geomagnetic storm. Set to music by BICEP, the display lit up the Donegal skies.

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Podcasts - Home

S The Gaelic Football Show: Mick O'Dwyer's football life less ordinary

In a special episode to mark the death of GAA icon Mick O'Dwyer, Paul Rouse and Maurice Brosnan are joined by Kerry manager Jack O'Connor; Kingdom greats, Mickey Ned O'Sullivan and Ogie Moran; as well as Kildare's Glenn Ryan.

Listen | Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Outdoors

Close-up image of Herring Gull (Larus argentatus) perched on seaside black, hard plastic dumpster refuse bin, scavenging fish an

Why seagulls steal your chips — and some tips on how to try save your al-fresco snacks

Well, gulls just wanna have fun (and some carbs)

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Michelle McKeown

Why seagulls steal your chips — and some tips on how to try save your al-fresco snacks

Well, gulls just wanna have fun (and some carbs)

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Cost of living

Chambers: No one-off measures to protect people from US-EU trade war

Public Expenditure Minister Jack Chambers said that the Government's plan was to be "sustainable" and protect the country in the medium term

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Top 8

Top 8 hot cross buns to enjoy with a cup of creamy coffee on Easter Sunday

Warm them in the oven or air-fryer at 180C for three minutes

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Menopause

Businesswoman examining documents at desk

No-sweat guide: How to ease seven key symptoms of menopause

Knowledge is power when navigating midlife hormonal changes. Here's how you can ease seven key symptoms

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Working Life

Working Life: You don’t know whose work you are buying, but it could be a real prize

Lucinda Hall, incognito art curator at the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Inflation

'Liberation Day' tariffs will have profound effect on Irish economy

Consumer costs will increase across a range of items while uncertainty in pharma and tech could see wages dropping

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Womens Health

S Jennifer Horgan: Girls must learn to be simultaneously visible and invisible

There's a contradictory ground on which us girls and women stand — wanting to be seen whilst knowing that being too seen is bad news

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

#Farming - Dairy

Trump tariffs to put Irish dairy at "competitive disadvantage" in US

The newly announced tariffs come as part of the White House’s escalating trade actions to implement ‘reciprocal tariffs’ that match those imposed by other countries on US products.

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

#Screen Scene

'It’s thanks to my late wife, Cassie': Pierce Brosnan on making it in America

Pierce Brosnan tells Esther McCarthy about his new streaming series MobLand, and the steps that took the Navan man to the top of the acting game

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

#Podcasts - Mick Clifford

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Stumped by Trump — What will US tariffs mean for this country?

What might US tariffs mean for this country, and how the country has developed over the last thirty years?

Listen | Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

#Budget 2025

Paschal Donohoe: 'No reason' to change tax receipt forecasts despite trade war escalation

Government is sticking to its Budget 2025 forecasts as the first impact of the Trump tariffs will be felt in taxes relating to consumption

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

#Government spending

Paschal Donohoe: 'No reason' to change tax receipt forecasts despite trade war escalation

Government is sticking to its Budget 2025 forecasts as the first impact of the Trump tariffs will be felt in taxes relating to consumption

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

#Dublin Airport

Dublin Airport awarded €700k bonus for improved customer satisfaction

Irish Aviation Authority said the positive rating had resulted from the airport exceeding targets on overall satisfaction, ease of movement, and security queue time

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

#Operation Transformation

'I will destroy you': Operation Transformation's Eddie Murphy was in fear due to poison pen letter

Court hears psychologist's victim impact statement as man who harassed and threatened him is jailed for four months

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

#IEexplains

ieExplains: How Trump’s tariffs put Ireland in the firing line

Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs could shake global trade—here’s what they mean for Ireland, key industries, and consumers

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

#Home - Improvements

Happy couple closed a deal with manual workers at construction site.

Building Advice: What to know about the new register of competent builders

Kya deLongchamps welcomes the arrival of the Construction Industry Register of Ireland – CIRI

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

#Business Movers

Business movers: People starting new jobs in Ireland

New appointees with Waterways Ireland, Speed Fibre Group, ESW, Mercy Hospital Foundation, United Drug and the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

Politics

UK government failure to order public inquiry into Sean Brown murder ‘cannot stand’

The GAA official was murdered in 1997 by loyalists.

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

#Climate Change

Wildfire burning up hillside in California USA

Climate crisis on track to destroy capitalism, warns top insurer

Action urgently needed to save the conditions under which markets — and civilisation itself — can operate, says senior Allianz figure

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

#Electric Vehicles

Lithium Solid State Battery for EV Electric Vehicle, new research and development batteries with solid electrolyte energy storag

Donal Hickey: Irish research on the next generation of sustainable batteries

Four countries — Australia, China, Chile, and Argentina — account for 90% of the production of Lithium. Sodium and potassium batteries are promising alternatives, sharing similar chemistries to lithium. Currently, Canada, Russia and Belarus dominate potassium production, accounting for 66%, in 2023

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

#Travel - Hotels

S Hotel review: This Dublin hotel gives student accommodation vibes throughout

A stand-out meal and friendly service endear us, but who is Aloft Dublin for?

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

#Irish Rugby

Ireland Rugby Squad Training and Media Conference

'They’re unbelievably aligned': Crowley envisions easy transition for O'Connell coaching team

“Certainly over the last number of months, everyone couldn’t speak highly enough about the way in which Simon took it and I’m sure the same in the way Paul will take the summer," said Jack Crowley.

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

#An Bord Pleanála

Cork event centre developer seeks five-year planning extension as delays continue

Developer Bam has applied for a five-year extension to complete Cork’s long-delayed event centre, with a decision expected in May

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

#Cork - Opinion

S Michael Moynihan: Stranded at the bus stop — why Cork’s transport crisis is more than just an inconvenience

Cork’s unreliable bus service isn’t just frustrating — it’s a growing safety issue, leaving passengers stranded and vulnerable

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

#Neutrality

Who does this government serve? Protest crackdowns and neutrality debates spark outrage

A speaking rights row, moves away from neutrality, and garda action against anti-war protesters are all signs of a worrying trend for democracy

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

#Basketball

Gutsy Claire Melia performance not enough for Baxi Ferrol in EuroCup final

Baxi Ferrol and Claire Melia can come out of this competition with pride. Neither was expected to make much of an impact on the competition at the start of the season

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

fianna fail

Catfishing could become criminal offence under proposed law

The Bill would also empower the courts to impose non-contact and exclusion orders to protect victims.

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

#Cork - Business

Cork targets 4,000 conference delegates

The conferences will bring an estimated €5.7m to the local economy

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

#Farming - Property

38ac Limerick farm 'as flat as a billiard table' already under offer

Given the quality of the land and the level of interest that’s in it so far, Mr Stack says the price expectation is in the region of €17,000/acre

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

#Farming - Munster

38ac Limerick farm 'as flat as a billiard table' already under offer

Given the quality of the land and the level of interest that’s in it so far, Mr Stack says the price expectation is in the region of €17,000/acre

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

#Weather

March 2025 was Ireland’s warmest in over a decade, Met Éireann confirms

Ireland saw its warmest March since 2012, with record-breaking temperatures, below-average rainfall, and abundant sunshine

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

#Farming Columns

Farm View: US tariff war could make Mercosur's threat look mild

President Trump had made his intention clear to punish Europe with new tariffs, claiming that the EU has long taken advantage of the US.

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

#Farming - Beef and Sheep

Farm View: US tariff war could make Mercosur's threat look mild

President Trump had made his intention clear to punish Europe with new tariffs, claiming that the EU has long taken advantage of the US.

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

#Farming - Tillage

Soy Bean Food and Drink Products Photograph with Several Elements

French food agency warns against mass serving soy-based foods

The French Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety (ANSES) recommended not serving soy-based foods in mass catering in order to avoid over-consumption of isoflavones, of which soy is the main source.

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

#Richard Collins

Rare turtle stranded due to Donald Trump aid freeze

Executive orders signed in the White House means international marine turtle conservation work is on hold for now, leaving Rhossi stranded on this side of the Atlantic. Kemp's ridley turtles are critically endangered — it is believed that only about 7,000 females exist

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

#Farming Columnist - Brian Reidy

Brian Reidy: Grass silage production for next winter must be a priority

Good-quality silage is cheaper to balance and gives better animal performance

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

#Farming - Emission targets 25by30

Could two be better than many when it comes to sward species?

Multi-species swards typically include PRG, cocksfoot, Timothy, red and white clover, chicory and plantain herbs

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

#Royal Family

Prince Andrew accuser Virginia Giuffre faces court as she recovers from bus crash

Virginia Giuffre, who lives in Australia, has been charged with breaching a family violence restraining order in Ocean Reef, near Perth, on February 2, Western Australia Courts said

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

#Wexford GAA

Kerry v Mayo - Allianz Football League Division 1 Final

Maurice Brosnan: Eight observations from the National Football League

Jack O’Connor outlined his reasonable view that they are encouraged by their goal-scoring record more than worried by the lack of orange flags when we asked if it mattered post-match.

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

#Dereliction

The housing crisis is solvable — if we just got on with it

If all the local authorities were collecting €250,000 per year from levies, they’d be in a much better position to effectively implement programmes, writes Alan O'Neill

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

#Religion

The housing crisis is solvable — if we just got on with it

If all the local authorities were collecting €250,000 per year from levies, they’d be in a much better position to effectively implement programmes, writes Alan O'Neill

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

#Bowel cancer

Study suggests fear of results contributes to low bowel cancer screening uptake

2,500 people are diagnosed with bowel cancer every year in Ireland, and about 1,000 die

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

#Six Nations

Tadhg Beirne: 'Backlash received by me, Porter and our families for Dupont injury was enough punishment'

Neither Beirne nor Porter was cited by the Six Nations citing officer but Irish management later revealed both player’s families had been targeted for online abuse in the aftermath of Antoine Dupont's injury

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#Immigration

15% increase in translation and interpretation costs for International Protection Office

The department of justice said translation costs last year had been €1.9m with a further €1.8m paid for interpretation

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#My Wedding Day

S My Wedding Day with Sinead Culbert: 'We left 40 Irish, English and Dutch people in a wine bar in Rome'

We left 40 Irish, English and Dutch people in a wine bar. By the time we got back, let’s just say everyone could speak fluent Dutch, even my 101-year-old grandmother

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#Home - Interiors

Home: How to choose rugs for wooden and tiled floors

We love our wooden and tiled floors but we still need comfort underfoot in our changeable climate

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#Camogie

Aine O’Loughlin with Pamela Mackey and Laura Hayes 28/4/2024

Munster camogie and hurling double headers to take place in April and May

The Munster Senior Camogie Championship semi-final between Cork and Clare will take place on April 20 at 11.45am, before the two counties take each other on again for the Munster hurling clash at 2pm

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#Feelgood 25

'Bowel cancer is the third most lethal cancer, but a simple home test is improving survival rates'

The most notable gains in treatment success rates are seen in the age group participating in the bowel screening programme. So why are uptake rates so low?

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#Loneliness

Celebrity Sightings - Paris Fashion Week - Womenswear Fall/Winter 2025/2026 - Day Five

David Beckham's fears of an empty nest are very relatable to this Irish Mammy

Children leaving their parents is part of the natural cycle of life but it can be a difficult transition when they go, writes Arlene Harris

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#Farming - Signpost

Tom Barry: Making time to embrace the spirit of Meitheal in modern farming

The work was done, but the social networking was the bonus

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#Colman Noctor

Colman Noctor: Love is not enough when raising teenagers

The Netflix series Adolescence reminds us that love must be accompanied by presence, awareness, and action.

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#Parenting - Teens

Colman Noctor: Love is not enough when raising teenagers

The Netflix series Adolescence reminds us that love must be accompanied by presence, awareness, and action.

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#Travel - International

Locals’ guide to Bordeaux: 10 of the best spots for food, wine, arts and more

Long famous for its food and drink, Bordeaux has a buzzing arts scene, too. Three local experts pick places to delight your palate and mind, ideal for any rugby fans travelling through the city en route to La Rochelle this weekend

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#Pope Francis

Pope gives approval for nun to become Venezuela’s first female saint

Venezuela is set to have its first female saint following approval from Pope Francis.

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#Joanna Fortune

Joanna Fortune: My quiet teenager keeps washing her hands repeatedly

Child psychotherapist Dr Joanna Fortune

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#Julie Jay

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Julie Jay: The science doesn’t lie - girls are easier to raise

They were basically the equivalent of feng-shui, but with less lower back pain from moving couches

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#Aoife Hearne

Studio portrait of a blonde teen girl in a yellow t-shirt on a beige background

Aoife Hearne: What can my teen do to strengthen her brittle nails?

Nails that split, peel, or break easily are common complaints that can often reflect dietary inadequacies

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#British government

S Fergus Finlay: Keir Starmer's plans risk losing the dressing room even before half-time

UK Labour has inherited a broken economy and global instability — can Keir Starmer avoid the fate that has plagued left-wing leaders before him?

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#UK elections

S Fergus Finlay: Keir Starmer's plans risk losing the dressing room even before half-time

UK Labour has inherited a broken economy and global instability — can Keir Starmer avoid the fate that has plagued left-wing leaders before him?

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

#RTÉ

RTÉ claims mouse in staff canteen 'an isolated incident'

RTÉ’s spokesperson said that the broadcaster has an 'ongoing contract arrangement' with Rentokil for 'a pest management programme for the full site in Donnybrook'

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

#Hospital overcrowding

Consultants call for change to system of discharging patients from hospitals

The 'criteria-led discharging' system increases the number of healthcare workers who can discharge a patient based on certain criteria

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

#Life Hacks

Life Hack: How to remove algae from patio slabs and concrete ahead of the longer evenings

Tips on removing algae and preventing its growth in your outdoor areas

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

#Domestic Violence

Man who raped and smothered wife in 'terrifying' ordeal sent to prison

After the sentence was handed down, the man's supporters started shouting and exchanging insults with the complainant before they were removed from the court by gardaí

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

#Food Inflation

Inflation up to 1.8% ahead of US tariffs announcement

Excluding energy and unprocessed food, inflation is estimated to have gone up by 2% since March 2024.

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

#Food Inflation

Inflation up to 1.8% ahead of US tariffs announcement

Excluding energy and unprocessed food, inflation is estimated to have gone up by 2% since March 2024.

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

#Farming - Legal matters

Ask a solicitor: We're separated but stuck together because of housing

Housing shortages mean it is much more common for couples who have ended their relationship to be stuck in the same home

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

#Farming Columnist - Karen Walsh

Ask a solicitor: We're separated but stuck together because of housing

Housing shortages mean it is much more common for couples who have ended their relationship to be stuck in the same home

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

#FA Cup

FA Cup quarter-finals and more: talking points from the weekend’s action

Manchester City’s fire still burns bright, Marcus Rashford reminds critics of his ability and Eberechi Eze’s great week

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

#Farming columnist - Paula Hynes

Paula Hynes: A visit to CUH with Becky

This week has been so hectic keeping the farm running.

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

#Farming Columnist - Denis Lehane

Astronaut sitting on the moon reading newspaper.

Denis Lehane: On the farm with Suni and Butch

Two astronauts join Denis on the farm, in this week's Lighten Up.

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

#Sex File

Sex File: I keep getting crushes on random men who aren't my husband

You'll find floods of perimenopausal women anonymously discussing their sudden and inexplicable attraction to a neighbour or a random work colleague

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

#Video - World

Watch: CCTV footage shows the moment US immigration detained Tufts student

U.S. immigration authorities have detained and revoked the visa of a Turkish doctoral student at Tufts University near Boston who had voiced support for Palestinians in Israel's war in Gaza.

Sun, 30 Mar, 2025

#Staycations — Sponsored

Flick through the 40 pages of our Staycations 2025 e-mag

Insights on enticing destinations, hidden gems and a wealth of very special offers on breaks throughout the island of Ireland

Sun, 30 Mar, 2025

#Birds of Ireland

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Birds of Ireland: Magpie

Glossy black and white bodies and wings with a beautiful iridescent blue-green sheen on their back and tail feathers, both sexes of magpies appear similar

Sun, 30 Mar, 2025

#Consumer Affairs

Ford Kuga EV drivers will not be compensated after fire risk warning

The company has written to owners of newer Ford Kuga plug-in hybrids to inform them of the potential for the high-voltage battery in the car to 'short circuit'

Sat, 29 Mar, 2025

#Dublin GAA

Mayo v Kerry - Allianz Football League Division 1

Football previews: Kerry's scoring prowess enough to see off Mayo

A scorefest is in the making in what might well be the best of the four divisional finals this weekend. Monaghan’s attacking spirit to prosper.

Sat, 29 Mar, 2025

#Tyrone GAA

Football previews: Kerry's scoring prowess enough to see off Mayo

A scorefest is in the making in what might well be the best of the four divisional finals this weekend. Monaghan’s attacking spirit to prosper.

Sat, 29 Mar, 2025

#Armagh GAA

Football previews: Kerry's scoring prowess enough to see off Mayo

A scorefest is in the making in what might well be the best of the four divisional finals this weekend. Monaghan’s attacking spirit to prosper.

Sat, 29 Mar, 2025

#Home - Art and Antiques

Strong sense of the contemporary in this 1835 work by James Arthur O'Connor

The auction is on view in Skibbereen on Saturday, Sunday and Monday and at the RDS in Dublin from April 4-7

Sat, 29 Mar, 2025

#Travel - Departure Lounge

Departure Lounge: Five holidays to book, including a wild west adventure

Plus a family deal for a stay in Powerscourt Hotel this Easter

Sat, 29 Mar, 2025

#Sustainability

Irish Examiner view: Tough choices on vital services as families forced to foot the bill

For months, Uisce Éireann bosses have been warning about the mismatch between government targets for housing and the pipe network needed to take water to and away from new homes

Sat, 29 Mar, 2025

#Mens Health

Influencers Andrew Tate and Jordan Peterson are symptoms of fraying ethic of care

When nobody else reaches out to these boys, when no body provides a healthy narrative to help make sense of the confusing — often turbulent — aspects of identity, sexuality, and belonging, someone else will, writes Conor Hammersley

Sat, 29 Mar, 2025

#Aoife Johnston

Taoiseach admits 'Dáil isn't working' over speaking rights row

Micheál Martin: 'I kept speaking, but there were attempts to drown me down in a very co-ordinated way'

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

#FamilyBusiness

Family dynamic is often a key success factor

Natural competitiveness motivates those in family-run businesses to never settle for second best

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

#What a difference a day makes

S What A Difference A Day Makes: Eavanna Breen on discovering pre-cancerous cells in her breast

Eavanna Breen tells Helen O’Callaghan about discovering she had pre-cancerous cells in her breast, about the impact of this, particularly as her mum had died from breast cancer – and how the whole experience has been a “tap on the shoulder”, reminding her of what’s important in life

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

#Cork Flood Plan

Soak it up! How Ireland’s cities can embrace the sponge revolution

'Sponge cities' promote urban resilience to climate change and we badly need initiatives like these in areas vulnerable to flooding

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

#Wine With Leslie

Close up shot of man and woman toasting and drinking red wine from glasses on dinner

Wine with Leslie: Say cheers to mum with these delicious wines

These would make great gifts for Mother's Day on Sunday

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

#British and Irish Lions

Andy Farrell with John Fogarty 26/3/2025

Andy Farrell says Lions will aid Ireland as Paul O’Connell steps up

Simon Easterby, Andrew Goodman, and John Fogarty were unveiled in London on Wednesday morning to help head coach Farrell meet his objective of victory over Joe Schmidt’s Wallabies

Thu, 27 Mar, 2025

#Live At The Marquee

S Michael Moynihan: Cork county board is all talk no action on Páirc Uí Chaoimh concert potential

Páirc Uí Chaoimh struggles to attract concerts, but other Irish venues make it work — what’s stopping Cork?

Thu, 27 Mar, 2025

#Cork Jazz Festival

S Michael Moynihan: Cork county board is all talk no action on Páirc Uí Chaoimh concert potential

Páirc Uí Chaoimh struggles to attract concerts, but other Irish venues make it work — what’s stopping Cork?

Thu, 27 Mar, 2025

#Gangland Crime

€10m-a-year drug gang ‘The Family’ in crisis after high-profile arrests

Gardaí and Spanish police arrest 12 members of ‘The Family’ drug gang in a major international crackdown

Thu, 27 Mar, 2025

#Champions League

Arsenal overturn first leg deficit to KO Real Madrid

Arsenal stunned Real Madrid with three goals in 14 minutes after half-time.

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

#Richard Hogan

Richard Hogan: We need to wake up to what is happening with our boys

We are watching the greatest experiment ever perpetrated on adolescence and childhood right in front of our eyes

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

#Olympics

Paris 2024 Olympic Games - Day 7 - Rowing

Rowing and swimming to be best-funded sports in build-up to 2028 Olympic Games

Athletics gets a significant bump in its funding, rising from €841,666 in 2024 to €1.05m this year.

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

#Rory McIlroy

Texas Children's Houston Open 2025 - Previews

Rory McIlroy spent last week poking holes in his game as Masters looms

McIlroy said being part of Happy Gilmore 2 with Adam Sandler was an "amazing experience".

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

#Farming - Pigs and Poultry

Meat industry. Fresh pork meat hanging in the butchery shop.

Pig prices hold steady, signalling good demand

Factory pig throughput in Republic of Ireland export plants for the week ending March 23 was 55,094 head

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

#Ladies Football

Media update on the integration process involving the Camogie Association, the GAA and LGFA

'Lock the leadership in a hotel for a weekend': Integration process 'glacially slow' says Kevin O'Donovan

"It's so important to me," said O'Donovan about the merger of the GAA, Camogie Association and LGFA. "I would lock the leadership in a hotel for a weekend and say we'll see you Monday morning."

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

#Anja Murray

A pussy-willow flowering in the early spring. The close-up of shrub blossoms against the blurry background.

Anja Murray: Nature helps us stay grounded in challenging times

In the past week, I’ve felt especially overwhelmed by world events. And once again, I’ve had to relearn that one of the most powerful antidotes to managing distressing feelings is spending time in nature

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

#Food News

Cheese 'significantly' better than butter at lowering cholesterol in women, UCD study claims

Co-author Dr Martina Rooney said: 'Increased understanding of sex differences in response to diet will help provide more tailored, personalised nutrition to those at risk of heart disease.'

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

#Athletics

Cork's 80-year-old world masters champion still long way from finish line

What keeps Michael Kiely running at 80? “The number one thing is you maintain your health better,” he says.

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

#Artificial intelligence (AI)

Bill aims to make creating deepfakes a criminal offence

The bill on deepfakes aims to tackle the misuse of a person's likeness or voice as well as intellectual property which would cover those in creative fields.

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

#Parenting - Tweens

Joanna Fortune: My son wants to leave the Scouts, should I insist he stays?

I'd love him to stay as he's made great friends in his group and it has helped build his confidence. Should I insist he keeps going or accept his decision?

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

#Parenting - Pregnancy

Mom giving nebulizer breathing treatment to sick infant baby at home

HSE urges pregnant women to get whooping cough vaccine

There were over 539 cases of whooping cough — also known as pertussis — last year, with 25% needing hospital care.

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

#Mothers Day

Families waiting for special school places plan 5k run on Mother's Day

Parents from Waterford, Cork, and Tipperary have been protesting the lack of places at St John’s Special School in Dungarvan

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

#Leaving Cert

Portrait of British secondary schoolboy taking exam

Colman Noctor: We need to bridge the post-school gap for children with additional needs

Study finds we still have some distance to go before we can effectively support young people with additional needs in their post-school pathways

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

#St Patricks Day

Garron Noone back on TikTok after backlash to online post

Irish influencer had taken a break from online accounts after a major backlash to a video he posted last week about Conor McGregor and immigration

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

#Dr Phil Kieran

Dr Phil Kieran: My teenager is finding it difficult to shake off her bug

Most of the time, when we pick up a bug, it will take somewhere between one and two weeks to settle down

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

#Republic of Ireland MNT

John O'Shea hopeful Ireland will have 'a few more surprises with potential players in June'

O'Shea said the best way for Adam Idah to deal with the disappointment of not featuring in the first leg against Bulgaria was by scoring the winner in the second leg.

Mon, 24 Mar, 2025

#Energy Prices

'Forget about socialising... It’s terrible': Cork people react to rising utility and broadband prices

New data shows one in nine households in Ireland are in arrears on their electricity bills, while almost one in four are behind on their gas bills.

Mon, 24 Mar, 2025

#Shane Lowry

Seamus Power rises 15 places in rankings while Shane Lowry hits career-high

Waterford native power is hoping to play himself into the Masters over the next two weeks.

Mon, 24 Mar, 2025

#Seamus Power

Seamus Power rises 15 places in rankings while Shane Lowry hits career-high

Waterford native power is hoping to play himself into the Masters over the next two weeks.

Mon, 24 Mar, 2025

#Me and My Travels

Aimee Connolly: Interrailing was complete carnage — I'm surprised we all came home alive

We had a hospital visit; one was on crutches, and many missed flights, trains, and wrongly booked accommodations. You could have made a movie out of it.

Mon, 24 Mar, 2025

#Leo Varadkar

Former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar becomes adviser for US public relations firm

Mr Varadkar will join the board of Penta, who advise clients including Google and Microsoft

Mon, 24 Mar, 2025

#Kilkenny GAA

Cork qualify for final but everything at stake for other five teams in last round

Meanwhile at the other end of the table, Kilkenny picked up a crucial 2-18 to 2-13 win over Waterford in their local derby at UPMC Nowlan Park, lifting them off the foot of the table.

Sat, 22 Mar, 2025

#LGBTQ+

Book review: Oxford professor challenges Christianity's model of a 'male and female' binary system

Diarmaid MacCulloch's history of sex and Christianity touches on knotty issues such as the distinction between sex and gender, contraception and how sex has played an important role in 'promoting right-wing secular politics'

Sat, 22 Mar, 2025

#Cork Airport

'I was sure it was a terrorist attack': Cork 9/11 survivor caught up in Heathrow chaos

Having survived the September 11 attack on the World Trade Center, Deirdre Rock is only back flying again recently. Of the Heathrow chaos, she says: 'It could always have been worse'

Fri, 21 Mar, 2025

#Video - Sport

Watch: Christian Brothers College secure Munster Senior Cup title

Christian Brothers College staged a thrilling comeback from 10 points down to defeat Presentation Brothers College and claim the Munster Senior Cup title at Virgin Media Park.

Fri, 21 Mar, 2025

#Summer Travel

UK HIV-positive commercial pilots guidance

Travel chaos: Here's what to do if your flight is cancelled — and what you may be entitled to

Lost baggage, flight delays and cancellations — here's what you may be entitled to

Fri, 21 Mar, 2025

Kya deLongchamps

Adult woman lying in bed with her dog and enjoying the moment

Life in the doghouse: Should we allow our pets in our beds?

Should you really invite the dog onto the mattress, asks Kya deLongchamps

Fri, 21 Mar, 2025

#Workplace Wellbeing

Five years on since remote work was widely adopted — is working from home working?

It has been five years since remote work was widely adopted in response to the pandemic. Has it become the new normal, or will employers increasingly push for a return to the office, following trends in the United States?

Fri, 21 Mar, 2025

#Cheltenham Festival

Cheltenham look-back: Overshadowed moments from Prestbury Park

There were many great takeaways from the 2025 meeting which may have been overshadowed during a hectic week.

Thu, 20 Mar, 2025

#Dublin Riots

Dublin riots review says gardaí urgently need new public order resources

Report emphasises recruitment of more gardaí, better equipment, and new training facilities including a 'tactical town'

Wed, 19 Mar, 2025

#Disinformation

Dublin riots review says gardaí urgently need new public order resources

Report emphasises recruitment of more gardaí, better equipment, and new training facilities including a 'tactical town'

Wed, 19 Mar, 2025

#Electric Picnic

2025 Electric Picnic to be the biggest ever

The company behind the annual three-day festival at Stradbally, Co Laois, intends to seek permission to increase the daily attendance to 80,000

Wed, 19 Mar, 2025

#Boxing

Imane Khelif hits back at Donald Trump and targets Olympic title defence

Khelif said the US president's transgender policies do not concern her.

Wed, 19 Mar, 2025

#Aussie Rules

Australia v Ireland - Virgin Australia International Rules Series 2nd Test

AFL chief: There is a will and a want on both sides to explore International Rules return

There has been rising speculation in Australia that a comeback is on the cards for International Rules.

Tue, 18 Mar, 2025

#Podcast Corner

Podcast Corner: New series gathers memories of classic gigs in Ireland

I Was There has people talking about such gigs as Nirvana in Cork and Bob Marley at Dalymount Park

Tue, 18 Mar, 2025

#Joe Biden

S Fergus Finlay: Democracy is dying in the US and the Democrats are allowing it to happen

Unless they want to see their country damaged beyond repair, the Democrats must become a determined and focused opposition to stop America marching headfirst into an autocracy

Tue, 18 Mar, 2025

#Kamala Harris

S Fergus Finlay: Democracy is dying in the US and the Democrats are allowing it to happen

Unless they want to see their country damaged beyond repair, the Democrats must become a determined and focused opposition to stop America marching headfirst into an autocracy

Tue, 18 Mar, 2025

#Hockey

Munster Senior Cup double for Cork Harlequins

Cork Harlequins had a St Patrick’s Day to remember

Mon, 17 Mar, 2025

#WishList and Interiors

Wish List: Supermodel sofas and seven other home design ideas

All roads lead to the Emerald City as Eve Kelliher checks out green-themed buys for our lives and our living spaces

Mon, 17 Mar, 2025

#Home - WishList

Wish List: Supermodel sofas and seven other home design ideas

All roads lead to the Emerald City as Eve Kelliher checks out green-themed buys for our lives and our living spaces

Mon, 17 Mar, 2025

#Sustainability – Renewables

Aerial view over solar farm photovoltaic power station solar panels

Stephen Cadogan: The era of solar farms has truly arrived

In 2024, 11% of the EU's electricity came from solar, overtaking coal, according to industry estimates

Mon, 17 Mar, 2025

#Irish Examiner Lifestyle Instagram

Rhys McClenaghan crowned Dancing with the Stars winner in showstopping final

As always, the final delivered entertainment and emotion in spades with one athlete coming out on top

Sun, 16 Mar, 2025

#Summer Features

Asian senior man with luggage walking in Airport Terminal.

Suzanne Harrington: Cheap airlines and their baggage limits have made us packing pros

We laugh at the priority boarding eejits, their queue longer than ours, with their mimsy little wheelie suitcases making the aviation moguls richer with every flight

Sun, 16 Mar, 2025

#The Tommy Tiernan Show

Tommy Tiernan Show recap: Paddy McGuinness on living with clinical depression

Tommy Tiernan's guests on Saturday night included comedian and presenter Paddy McGuinness, academic and former Rose of Tralee Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin and rapper God Knows.

Sun, 16 Mar, 2025

#Podcast - Rugby

Irish Examiner Rugby Podcast: where are Ireland after a strange trip to Italy?

Brendan O'Brien and Simon Lewis in Rome reflect on the climax of the Six Nations championship

Listen | Sun, 16 Mar, 2025

#Travel - Local

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Girls' trip: 12 weekend breaks across Ireland for you and your best friends

For lazy days or late nights, Gemma Tipton selects 12 weekend breaks that are best for you and your besties

Sat, 15 Mar, 2025

#Podcasts - Rugby

Irish Examiner Rugby Podcast: Ireland into the final furlong in Rome

Simon Lewis in Rome and Brendan O'Brien, at Cheltenham, look ahead to Ireland's final Six Nations match against Italy on Saturday.

Listen | Fri, 14 Mar, 2025

#Subscriber Rewards

S This competition is now closed. Congratulations to Noel O’Mahony

The Cork City Marathon 2025 is officially sold out, but we're giving one lucky Irish Examiner subscriber and a friend the chance to be part of the action!As a valued subscriber, you have an exclusive opportunity to win two coveted entries to the ...

Fri, 14 Mar, 2025

Roy Keane

Ruben Amorim urges Roy Keane and other critics to enjoy Bruno Fernandes

Fernandes scored a hat-trick to send Manchester United through to the quarter-finals of the Europa League.

Fri, 14 Mar, 2025

#Breast cancer

I was shocked to be diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer in my 40s

Ciara Foskin’s diagnosis came out of the blue. She is part of a small cohort of women under 50 who develop triple-negative breast cancer in Ireland

Fri, 14 Mar, 2025

#Unwind

Colm O'Regan: Why I love horsing around with my kids

You’ll never forget your daddy dangling you from the back of the sofa

Fri, 14 Mar, 2025

#Creeslough Explosion

Creeslough families object to planning board on decision to redevelop site of 'mass tragedy'

Appeal was lodged with An Bord Pleanála by 10 of those affected by explosion at apartment complex above Applegreen service station on October 7, 2022

Fri, 14 Mar, 2025

#Chelsea

Your sport on TV this week: Final round of Six Nations, Football league and Cheltenham

Its another action packed weekend of sport on TV with the final round of the Guinness Six Nations, Cheltenham and the return this weekend of the Allianz NFL - all you need to know here.

Fri, 14 Mar, 2025

#Bernard OShea

Bernard O'Shea: Three practical things I did to stop dropping the F-bomb so often

I took one look at my stand-up recordings, heard myself cursing like a sailor, and thought “Maybe it’s time I learn some actual adjectives”

Thu, 13 Mar, 2025

#ieStyle

Fionnuala Jones: I made the mistake of turning to TikTok for advice before my wedding

Irish people turn into Simon Cowell when it comes to a wedding. Needless to say, social media has a lot to answer for here.

Thu, 13 Mar, 2025

#Grandparents

Book, reading and grandmother with children for learning, language development and English education in living room sofa. Senior

Richard Hogan: Grandparents can become collateral damage in a broken relationship

I receive so many letters and phone calls from grandparents looking for advice on how to reconnect with their grandchildren after their child has separated from their partner

Thu, 13 Mar, 2025

#General Election

Jack Chambers accused of burying housing report before last year's general election

Sinn Féin TD Pearse Doherty said that the then-finance minister was given a report which stated the Government would not deliver 40,000 homes

Thu, 13 Mar, 2025

#Farming Columnist - Kieran Coughlan

Farm Finance: What are the tax implications of felling damaged forests?

Forest owners will be pleased to know that insurance proceeds relating to the damage of forests can be exempted from income tax, writes rural accountant Kieran Coughlan

Thu, 13 Mar, 2025

#Fota Wildlife Park

'Another milestone': Fota Wildlife Park welcomes birth of endangered monkey

The baby François' langur was born on February 1 and the park is inviting the public to help name its newest arrival

Thu, 13 Mar, 2025

#Sky Matters

Sky Matters: Two eclipses this month — how to see the blood moon lunar eclipse on Friday

There will be a lunar eclipse in the early hours of March 14 and a solar eclipse on March 29

Thu, 13 Mar, 2025

#BusConnects

Plan for new bus lane on Cork's Anglesea Street approved despite loss of 14 parking spaces

Cork City Council has approved a contraflow bus lane on Anglesea Street, despite opposition over parking space removal concerns

Wed, 12 Mar, 2025

#Farming - AgTech

Gamechanger tech to detect cows with mastitis from bulk tank samples

Genocells is a genomic technology developed in Belgium at the University of Liege

Wed, 12 Mar, 2025

#Gordon Elliott

Irish punters and trainers ready to dominate Cheltenham again

Thousands of Irish punters head to Cheltenham, hoping for another year of racing dominance at the prestigious festival

Tue, 11 Mar, 2025

#Vulture funds

Vulture funds charging interest rates of at least 8.5% to 7,000 homeowners

Oireachtas paper suggests examining British proposals to help support hard-hit households

Mon, 10 Mar, 2025

#Mica

Builders at centre of mica case ordered to give thousands of files to homeowners

Mr Justice Mark Sanfey said what disturbed him about the case was that the documentation being sought had been given to the other parties in the action

Mon, 10 Mar, 2025

#HSE Cyberattack

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HSE at 'ongoing risk' to cyberattack with gas sector 'vulnerable', says EU cyber agency

The EU cyber agency, ENISA, cites the crippling cyberattack on the HSE in 2021 as an example of the 'potentially devastating impact' of cyberattacks on healthcare services

Mon, 10 Mar, 2025

#Farming columnist - Hazel Mullins

Hazell Mullins: It's not just the calves that grow up - how calf-rearing has changed

Farm vet and Carrigaline dairy farmer Hazell Mullins had an interesting week as Philip Boucher Hayes came to visit the farm to discuss how calf rearing on the farm has evolved over the last two decades.

Mon, 10 Mar, 2025

#Dancing With The Stars

Dancing with the Stars recap: An engagement, two perfect scores and one fright at the final hour

There was an extra bit of magic on the Dancing with the Stars set this week as one former celebrity dancer returned to the studio to pop the question

Mon, 10 Mar, 2025

#Vaping

'Silent assassin' vaping drug ban not enough to stop other substances, expert warns

Providers of mental health services are now being advised to ask young people presenting with symptoms of psychosis if they have recently used hexahydrocannabinol

Mon, 10 Mar, 2025

#Podcasts - IE Investigations

Land of the Free podcast: What’s next for the undocumented Irish in Trump’s America?

Land of the Free, an Irish Examiner podcast series, explores the fears and struggles of undocumented Irish immigrants under Trump’s policies

Listen | Sun, 09 Mar, 2025

#US-Irish

S Living in limbo: The harsh reality of the undocumented Irish in Trump's America

As the Taoiseach prepares for an Oval Office meeting with Donald Trump, undocumented Irish in the US tell Sean Murray of their fears in light of the president's mass deportation policy

Sat, 08 Mar, 2025

#Omagh bombing

S Clodagh Finn: Boeing crash victims' families still fighting for truth and justice

As Micheál Martin meets Donald Trump, families of Boeing crash victims demand justice. Will the Taoiseach push for accountability?

Sat, 08 Mar, 2025

#Sustainability – Future Living

Cork’s Black Ash bus hub could feature large-scale solar farm under new plan

City officials to examine the feasibility of including solar panels as part of proposed redevelopment of park-and-ride site

Thu, 06 Mar, 2025

#Katie Taylor

Katie Taylor v Amanda Serrano trilogy fight confirmed for Madison Square Garden

The New York City venue will host their third bout, having hosted their first fight back in 2022, while they also faced off in Texas last year.

Thu, 06 Mar, 2025

#Brexit

Taoiseach calls for stronger UK-Ireland security co-operation amid rising global threats

Taoiseach Micheál Martin emphasizes the need for close UK-Ireland security ties amid growing geopolitical and security challenges

Thu, 06 Mar, 2025

#Retrofitting Homes

LNG tanker is passing by Singapore Strait.

Ciarán Brennan: Government is letting bills mount up rather than deal with climate change

Ireland faces an eye-watering €26bn bill for missing EU climate targets but the Government is prioritising short-term economic growth over environmental protections

Thu, 06 Mar, 2025

#Sustainability – Biodiversity

Ciarán Brennan: Government is letting bills mount up rather than deal with climate change

Ireland faces an eye-watering €26bn bill for missing EU climate targets but the Government is prioritising short-term economic growth over environmental protections

Thu, 06 Mar, 2025

#Home - Changing Spaces

Home of the Year: See why this tiny-space design scored a perfect 10 and a spot in final

Judge Amanda Bone says the amount the owners have managed to fit into the 'tight site' means the property 'has real architectural merit'

Wed, 05 Mar, 2025

#Stardust

Summerland fire families lodge application for fresh inquest

The fire at the Summerland leisure complex on August 2 1973 killed 50 people, among them 11 children. More than 100 people were injured

Tue, 04 Mar, 2025

#Film & TV

TV review: Netflix show With Love, Meghan is a few tweaks away from satire

Meghan Markle's new show is just Californian lifestyle porn

Tue, 04 Mar, 2025

#Back to school

Colman Noctor: Lessons must be learned about school avoidance

"Prolonged periods away from structured school environments made reintegrating difficult for some children. Younger students, particularly, missed out on critical early social experiences, making school feel unfamiliar and intimidating."

Tue, 04 Mar, 2025

#How to make the perfect

How to make the perfect pancakes and the common mistakes to avoid

Thin, delicious pancakes that can be folded, fanned and doused with lemon and sugar

Tue, 04 Mar, 2025

#JN1

How to make the perfect pancakes and the common mistakes to avoid

Thin, delicious pancakes that can be folded, fanned and doused with lemon and sugar

Tue, 04 Mar, 2025

#Celtic

Cathal O'Sullivan: I would love to play for a club like Celtic

But for now, O’Sullivan is focussing on recovering from a knock which is likely to rule him out until the meeting with Drogheda United at Turner’s Cross on March 28.

Tue, 04 Mar, 2025

#Pensions

Worried woman thinking alone sitting on a couch in the night at home

Government set to extend pension rights to bereaved partners

The new legislation will extend eligibility to the payment to 'qualified cohabitants' who were in a committed relationship for two years with a child, or if the relationship was longer than five years otherwise

Tue, 04 Mar, 2025

#Ryder Cup

Eoghan Corry: Ticket prices for Adare's Ryder Cup could leave golf fans and hoteliers in the rough

As Adare prepares for the 2027 Ryder Cup, concerns grow over soaring hotel prices, infrastructure delays, and economic impacts

Sun, 02 Mar, 2025

#Energy Efficiency

Slow development of Irish maritime security strategy raises concerns

Massive expansion in offshore wind energy infrastructure and power cables over coming years

Sun, 02 Mar, 2025

#Kyran Durnin

Gardaí investigating Kyran Durnin murder complete search at Drogheda house

The results of the search will not be released for "operational purposes"

Fri, 28 Feb, 2025

#Jason Corbett

Jason Corbett’s daughter releases new memoir on father's murder

In her book Sarah Corbett Lynch shares her side of the story, in which she says the truth was 'twisted'

Thu, 27 Feb, 2025

#Facebook

Meta Ireland chief calls for reduction in 'regulation and bureaucracy' around AI in Europe

Company refuses to launch AI features in EU due to privacy and data rules

Wed, 26 Feb, 2025

#Wildfires

'We feel so fortunate': The Irish in LA getting their lives back together after last month's wildfires

Community rallied to help each other as the flames spread. Now the rebuild begins

Tue, 25 Feb, 2025

#Greyhound Racing

Banned elsewhere, funded here: Why Ireland still supports greyhound racing

A survey ahead of last year’s election showed that 70% of the electorate either oppose or strongly oppose the State’s funding of greyhound racing

Tue, 25 Feb, 2025

#Parenting - Fertility

Breaking the cycle: Eight fertility myths debunked

Misinformation and misunderstandings about conception can create unnecessary stress for couples trying to have a child

Tue, 25 Feb, 2025

#Dear Caitriona

Caitríona Redmond: Ticketmaster said 'No' — but this reader didn’t back down

How bagging an accessible concert ticket can be a saga, even before getting to the venue

Mon, 24 Feb, 2025

#US Business - Sponsored

Businessmen handshake - United States and Ireland

Ireland is a safe harbour in an increasingly fragmented world

Ireland's stability has been invaluable in attracting and retaining critical investment from US multinational companies, writes Ann-Marie O’Sullivan

Fri, 21 Feb, 2025

#State Exams

New Leaving Cert curriculum 'will favour children of wealthy families' – TD

Former teacher Eoghan Kenny told minister Helen McEntee the gulf between private and voluntary schools in terms of resources is unfair on teachers and their students

Thu, 20 Feb, 2025

#Insurance

Uninsured drivers in Cork City more than double in 2024, gardaí report

The number of uninsured drivers in Cork has more than doubled in 2024, with rising insurance costs a key concern

Thu, 20 Feb, 2025

#Ozempic

Almost 240 medications in short supply, including diabetes and ADHD treatments

Commonly-used antibiotic amoxicillin is also hard to come by, as are some ibuprofen tablets

Wed, 19 Feb, 2025

#Sustainability – Business

Supersonic passenger aircraft may be returning — here’s what it would mean for the climate

There is every indication that supersonic planes are on their way back, more than two decades after Concorde last took to the skies. How will this affect the aviation industry’s ability to meet its ambitious net zero by 2050 target?

Wed, 19 Feb, 2025

#Life Sciences

Happy family outdoors. Mother and her little daughter play cuddling on autumn walk in nature outdoors

Nurture pips nature when it comes to a number of diseases, new study says

Experts said that the study shows the 'enormous opportunity for prevention'

Wed, 19 Feb, 2025

#Natasha O’Brien

Gender-based violence survivors call for reform of Ireland's 'barbaric' legal system

Issues raised by four survivors include the sharing of rape survivors' counselling records as evidence during trials

Tue, 18 Feb, 2025

#Ireland in 50 Albums

Ireland In 50 Albums, No 35: Mind Your Own Business, by Henry McCullough (1975)

The renowned Co Derry guitarist had achieved fame with Paul McCartney and Joe Cocker, but this album gave him a chance to focus on his own material

Tue, 18 Feb, 2025

#Cocaine Seizure

Two plead guilty to having 2.2 tonnes of cocaine for supply on board MV Matthew

Both men were remanded in custody to February 24 when the court intends to fix a date for their sentencing hearing

Tue, 18 Feb, 2025

#Life Advice

Dryer balls, detergents and stacked clean towels on grey marble table. Space for text

Life Hack: What are dryer balls and how can I use them in my laundry?

"Anything this easy feels like it shouldn’t work, but some hacks are well worth trying. One great example is adding dryer balls to your tumble dryer."

Mon, 17 Feb, 2025

#Ireland and China (CS)

Taoiseach and Tánaiste to meet Chinese foreign minister in Dublin for bilateral meetings

The visit, the Government has said, is taking place at the request of the Chinese government

Mon, 17 Feb, 2025

#Outdoor Trails

S Hike the Tipperary hill country where an Irish 'Robin Hood' once roamed

Éamonn an Chnoic, commemorated in song by the Wolfe Tones and The Pogues, met a grisly end when it is believed a relative decapitated him with an axe to try claim a bounty

Sun, 16 Feb, 2025

#Valentine

Grá, guts, gumption and glory: Are these Irish history's greatest romances?

From the mythology of Gráinne and Diarmuid to the poetry of Yeats and the songs of Van the Man, Ireland has long celebrated passion and devotion.

Fri, 14 Feb, 2025

#IVF

TV presenter Amanda Byram welcomes second son at 51 after 'exhausting' IVF journey

Newborn baby pic... The presenter used Instagram to announce the early arrival of her second son after a low-key pregnancy

Fri, 14 Feb, 2025

#Travel - Sun holidays

Tourists warned of potential fines in Albufeira if walking streets in bikinis or swim shorts

Town hall chiefs in Albufeira on Portugal's Algarve have announced a penalty fee as part of a crackdown on semi-nudity outside of 'exempted areas' like beaches and hotel swimming pools

Thu, 13 Feb, 2025

#ConsumerCorner

Consumer Corner: How to spot a fake website and avoid being scammed

In addition to fake shops there are plenty of fake service providers looking to target innocent consumers with deals on things such as loans and financial products

Thu, 13 Feb, 2025

Building Advice from Kieran McCarthy

Gardening tools storage shed in the house backyard on green trees background. 3d illustration

Kieran McCarthy: How do we go about adding a garage to our new-build home?

A garage can eat into the precious spend when building a home

Mon, 10 Feb, 2025

#Eurovision

Samantha Mumba hits out at 'rude and vile' Eurosong panel

The Eurosong panel included last year’s act Bambie Thug, television presenter Donal Skehan, radio presenter Laura Fox, and dancer Arthur Gourounlian

Mon, 10 Feb, 2025

#GAA - Corn Ui Mhuirí

Corn Uí Mhuirí: Sem must limit influence of Mounthawk midfield to stand a chance

Mercy Mounthawk play St Brendan's Killarney in the Corn Uí Mhuirí final at 12 noon on Saturday.

Sat, 08 Feb, 2025

Cork Company of the Year Awards

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine named Cork Chamber Company of the Year

J&J IM, which this year marks two decades in Cork, was presented with the award at Cork Chamber’s annual dinner at City Hall

Fri, 07 Feb, 2025

#CorkCompany25

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine named Cork Chamber Company of the Year

J&J IM, which this year marks two decades in Cork, was presented with the award at Cork Chamber’s annual dinner at City Hall

Fri, 07 Feb, 2025

#Renewable Island

Red paper cutout car on stacks of gold coins on green background. Illustration of the concept of increasing car prices, surging

Why sustainability in Ireland demands more than goodwill

In the race against climate change, an approach that leaves behind those who can’t afford the starting fee is bound to fail, not only ethically but practically

Fri, 07 Feb, 2025

#Mpox

First case of Clade I mpox detected in Ireland, says HSE

It was detected in an Irish resident who had just returned after travelling to the Democratic Republic of Congo where the virus is 'circulating in the community'

Thu, 06 Feb, 2025

#Elections2024

Cork carer's confrontation with Simon Harris in election campaign sparked barrage of emails

While some of the reaction was negative towards the Fine Gael leader, at least half of the correspondence sent to the Department of the Taoiseach supported him

Wed, 05 Feb, 2025

#Sustainability – Oceans

Could this secretive UK project be the key to life beneath the waves?

In a flooded quarry in Gloucestershire, a group of experts is working on a bold mission — creating permanent human homes beneath the ocean

Wed, 05 Feb, 2025

#Rory Gallagher

Woman who campaigned to keep Rory Gallagher's guitar in Ireland named Cork Person of the Month

Music shop owner Sheena Crowley ran an online fundraiser to keep the rock legend's famous Fender Stratocaster at home

Tue, 04 Feb, 2025

#Savita Halappanavar

HSE failings ‘led to five deaths, injured 80 babies, and cost the State €320m’

The findings are published in the State Claims Agency's review in the wake of the Portlaoise baby deaths scandal

Mon, 03 Feb, 2025

#GAA - Harty Cup

Thurles CBS v St Flannans Ennis - Dr Harty Cup Final

Emotional Thurles CBS manager pays tribute to former student Dillon Quirke after Harty Cup success

“I didn’t want to say anything to any of the boys all week, I put on his jersey from 2015 underneath my own today. I wanted him here. He helped us."

Sat, 01 Feb, 2025

#CAO Choices 2024

Almost 30 tertiary degree courses outside the CAO 'points race' open for applications

Tertiary degrees provide an opportunity for students who might have previously thought higher education was out of reach

Sat, 01 Feb, 2025

#Dog Attacks

High Court puts stay on new law that allows for charities' XL bullies to be put down or seized

However, the judge refused the application to order a second injunction on the regulatory ban preventing dog shelters and relevant bodies from re-homing the dogs during the time-period sought

Fri, 31 Jan, 2025

#Feelgood Season

young woman runner tying her shoes preparing for a jog outside at morning

Watch: Learn to run, week four — Expert tips to continue your running journey

Coach Emmett Dunleavy shares his advice for novice runners on the final week of his four-week training plan

Fri, 31 Jan, 2025

Miscarriage

Dancing On Ice star Chelsee Healey reveals she suffered miscarriage

The actress said she was sharing her story in order to ‘help other women going through something similar’.

Fri, 31 Jan, 2025

#Careers in Healthcare

Working Life: Detecting cancer early improves survival and quality of life

Fiona McGuire, specialist registrar in public health medicine, National Cancer Control Programme

Fri, 31 Jan, 2025

#First Dates Ireland

First Dates recap: Cheeky chat, shared heartbreak and Ron Burgundy

Episode four of the new series of First Dates Ireland saw more connections made at the restaurant on RTÉ2 on Thursday night. Here's what happened...

Thu, 30 Jan, 2025

#National Ploughing Championships

Profits almost double at National Ploughing Championship firm

The pre-tax profits of €426,883 last year follow pre-tax profits of €217,624

Thu, 30 Jan, 2025

#Travel - Family holidays

10 family holidays to book in 2025, from theme parks to dream safari adventures

Make some multi-generational memories at these destinations

Tue, 28 Jan, 2025

#Rowing

Dressed in gold: Irish rowers savour never-to-be-forgotten year at gala awards night

Rowing Ireland celebrates historic year at the Olympic celebration and annual awards night

Sun, 26 Jan, 2025

#Olympics - 2024

Dressed in gold: Irish rowers savour never-to-be-forgotten year at gala awards night

Rowing Ireland celebrates historic year at the Olympic celebration and annual awards night

Sun, 26 Jan, 2025

#Motorsport

Lead changes three times on Friday at Rally Monte-Carlo

Irish pair Josh McErlean/Eoin Treacy remain twelfth in their Ford Puma Rally1.

Fri, 24 Jan, 2025

#Longreads

S Allianz Football League 2025 team-by-team: your guide to the state of play in each county

Who’ll be aiming for silverware, promotion or just hope to avoid the drop as a new era gets underway

Fri, 24 Jan, 2025

#Tennis

Your sport on TV this week: Football and hurling leagues, Australian Open and URC

It is another action packed weekend of sport on TV. The Allianz football and hurling leagues return, the Australian Open finals take place and the URC is back - all you need to know here.

Fri, 24 Jan, 2025

#Charity

'A year on, he's got his home renovated and is going to be on TV'

The Irish Examiner has revisited some of the biggest GoFundMe campaigns from last year. This is the story of Cian Murtagh

Tue, 21 Jan, 2025

#AmCham

We missed our baby's 12-month vaccinations — can they get them all at their next appointment?

Is it ok to get the MMR and MenB vaccines along with the Hib/MenC and PCV vaccines at the 13-month appointment? That seems like a lot for a baby to get at one GP visit...

Tue, 21 Jan, 2025

#All-Ireland Hurling Final

Sarsfields v Slaughtneil - AIB GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Club Championship Semi-Final

S Anthony Daly: Even fine details may not separate Sars and Na Fianna

Na Fianna and Sarsfields, two teams full of pace and skill, are suited to Croke Park plus in Liam Gordon, there's an official who will let the game flow. The All-Ireland club hurling final should be a quality match.

Sat, 18 Jan, 2025

#Colm O Gorman Recipes

Colm O'Gorman: Comforting leek, potato and cheddar soup with crusty bread

Baking bread does not get simpler than this

Fri, 17 Jan, 2025

#Ian Bailey

Ian Bailey's former partner Jules Thomas takes legal action against Netflix

Jules Thomas is suing Netflix and production company Lightbox Media over the 2021 documentary Sophie: A Murder in West Cork

Fri, 17 Jan, 2025

#New Year, New Career

Rehab's commitment to health and social care jobs in Ireland

RehabCare is synonymous with excellent person-centred support for children, adults, and older persons with disabilities and their families

Fri, 17 Jan, 2025

#CAO Offers

CAO 2025: Key dates to remember for college applications

Applicants have until January 20 to apply online to the CAO

Fri, 17 Jan, 2025

#Winter features

Donal Hickey: Remember the 'Big Freeze' of 1963? Jog your memory with these images

Blocked roads, frozen seas, school closures... and hard work and good neighbours

Thu, 16 Jan, 2025

#Consumer Column

Happy young couple saving money for their next investment, shopping or vacation

Consumer Corner: Goodbye — my top 10 things I've learned writing this column

After four years of writing about saving money and spending wisely, here are a few things I’ve learned from all the experts I spoke to over the years.

Wed, 15 Jan, 2025

#The Healy-Raes

Danny and Michael Healy-Rae continue discussions with big parties late into the night

Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, and the Regional Independents have reached a deal on a programme for government — but negotiations with the brothers and Kerry TDs continued late on Tuesday

Tue, 14 Jan, 2025

#European elections

Electoral Commission to explore mechanics of postal voting following election turnout

Turnout for last month's general election fell below 60%, having hit nearly 70% in 2011, prompting much discussion of voter engagement

Tue, 14 Jan, 2025

#Miscarriage

Infertility is a very lonely journey, say parents Lucy and David — who had a baby girl after IVF

And there are worries when you conceive after pregnancy loss also: “Every week that passed, I remember looking up the likelihood of a baby surviving at 24 weeks, 25 weeks, 26 weeks. It was my weekly routine."

Tue, 14 Jan, 2025

#Snooker

Ronnie O’Sullivan says he ‘lost the plot’ before pulling out of Masters defence

“I’ve been on this three-week trip away playing, and I think I just exhausted myself,” said O'Sullivan.

Mon, 13 Jan, 2025

#Rugby World Cup

Iain Henderson, Ross Byrne and Peter O’Mahony 12/7/2023

InterSport Elverys sees record sales due to boost from Rugby World Cup

Staunton Sports Ltd report 'exceptional' trading for 2023 as revenues rose by 13.5%, from €113.85m to €129.24m

Sun, 12 Jan, 2025

#Sports Calendar

Sports Calendar: All you need to know about what's happening in December

We're making a sports fixtures list and checking it twice.

Sun, 12 Jan, 2025

#Maternity Leave

Kilkenny v Waterford - Intercounty Hurling Challenge Match

Kerry native Fionán Mackessy makes Kilkenny bow against Waterford

Kilkenny beat Waterford 1-19 to 1-17 in the challenge match at Piltown.

Sat, 11 Jan, 2025

#Its My Life

Sharlene Mawdsley: Fuelling up for a new PB in 2025

"I don’t really have ‘healthy’ eating habits. I just make sure I fuel myself efficiently as I ask a lot from my body."

Fri, 10 Jan, 2025

#Podcast - Ask Audrey

Ask Audrey: Our rural retreat is clearing ten grand a weekend — but we're miserable

Ask Audrey: Should I take things further with my sister's boyfriend?

"I sent him back an even more intimate photo of myself, I really shouldn’t but I’m like a cat in heat for this tractor fanatic."

Thu, 09 Jan, 2025

#History - 1985

S Michael Moynihan: Chaos of 1985 reminds us that Cork is in a far better place now

One of the lessons from 1985 which is applicable now — even more so now, perhaps — is not to lose hope

Thu, 09 Jan, 2025

#911

Biden administration asks court to block 9/11 plea deals

The Biden administration has asked a federal appeals court to block a plea agreement for accused 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants that would spare them the risk of the death penalty.

Tue, 07 Jan, 2025

#Best of 2024

How walking 10,000 steps a day can impact blood pressure, sleep patterns and mood

Walking upwards of 10,000 steps a day is the key point for improving health

Mon, 06 Jan, 2025

#Golden Globes

Golden Globe winners Jodie Foster and Demi Moore speak on wisdom of ageing

'I’m excited about what’s left of my life and who I become, the wisdom that I can bring to the table'

Mon, 06 Jan, 2025

#Fifa World Cup

Government 'still hopeful' extra Euro 2028 games will be held in Irish venues

Asked if he was disappointed that any extra matches are now likely to be held in Dublin rather than in regional cities, Thomas Byrne said that it was always going to be a Uefa decision

Sun, 05 Jan, 2025

#Euro 2028

Government 'still hopeful' extra Euro 2028 games will be held in Irish venues

Asked if he was disappointed that any extra matches are now likely to be held in Dublin rather than in regional cities, Thomas Byrne said that it was always going to be a Uefa decision

Sun, 05 Jan, 2025

#GAA - The Changing Game

S Cluxton, Cooper, Clifford: If this isn't the greatest football team of the last 25 years . . .

With the first quarter of the century now behind us, we set Kieran Shannon the task of picking the finest fifteen in the game of Gaelic football from 2000-2024. No easy task...

Sat, 04 Jan, 2025

#Kerry Babies

FILE PHOTO Joanne Hayes and her siblings are seeking for the High Court to overturn any findings of wrongdoing against her and h

1985 revisited: Baby’s body on beach in Kerry led to 82-day inquiry

Forty years on, our writers look back at some of the scandals and stories that made the headlines and helped shape the Ireland of today

Fri, 03 Jan, 2025

#Bruce Springsteen

1985 revisited: Irish gig was one of Springsteen’s steps toward superstar status

Ed Power looks back to a year when some of music’s heavy hitters began to grow into true legend status

Thu, 02 Jan, 2025

#Christmas

The Brehon Hotel & Spa: The ultimate luxury gift experience

Discover luxurious accommodation, indulgent dining and bespoke spa treatments with a getaway to Killarney

Thu, 02 Jan, 2025

#Christmas Features

The Brehon Hotel & Spa: The ultimate luxury gift experience

Discover luxurious accommodation, indulgent dining and bespoke spa treatments with a getaway to Killarney

Thu, 02 Jan, 2025

#Taxi

Taxi driver almost running over customer's foot among complaints made to watchdog

In one incident, a taxi driver was issued with advice after a heated exchange with a passenger that resulted in a call to Gardaí

Thu, 02 Jan, 2025

#Budget 2024

Everything you need to know before you file your income tax return with Revenue

After Budget 2025, you may find yourself entitled to a bigger tax refund this year

Wed, 01 Jan, 2025

#Parenting - Columns

Close Up Of Feet As Mother Helps Baby Son To Take First Steps At Home

Julie Jay: Being a parent is to be in a constant state of flux

As much as we know change is a good thing, we can’t help but somehow want things to stay the same

Tue, 31 Dec, 2024

#State Papers

State Papers: 80 years ago, Irish Jews rebuffed claim that Ireland was antisemitic

In 1944, foreshadowing events of 2024, the Jewish Representative Council of Éire described as 'false, irresponsible, and mischievous' a suggestion that Ireland was antisemitic

Mon, 30 Dec, 2024

#Homeschool

Almost 8,000 referrals to Tusla over poor school attendance in last year

Almost 1,070 such referrals had been made by the end of October for the current school year

Mon, 30 Dec, 2024

#Referendum

Elaine Loughlin: The year of 'new energy' brought us lots of the same old controversies too

The political year was defined by conflict, referendums, and a long-awaited election — the fallout from which will last well into 2025

Sun, 29 Dec, 2024

#Podcast - Politics

Mary Lou McDonald: My personal resilience got tested to the extremes

The Sinn Féin leader has had a challenging year

Listen | Sat, 28 Dec, 2024

#Storm Ellen

Alan O'Reilly: Politicians must forget about floodwater photo ops and concentrate on investment

There is an urgent need for improved forecasting systems and communication of changing weather warnings as storms quickly approach and change

Thu, 26 Dec, 2024

#Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh

'Neither a hurling stronghold': Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh's best quotes

'Anthony Lynch, the Cork corner-back, will be the last person to let you down – his people are undertakers'

Wed, 25 Dec, 2024

#Cillian Murphy

Disco Pigs to Small Things Like These: Cillian Murphy and Eileen Walsh on finally acting together again

Cork actors Cillian Murphy and Eileen Walsh launched their careers in the Disco Pigs play in 1996. Now, 28 years later, they're finally reunited to share a screen together in Small Things Like These

Tue, 24 Dec, 2024

#Pádraig Harrington

Pádraig Harrington and Tiger Woods' sons both hit holes-in-one at PNC Championship

Charlie Woods aced the 175 yard par-3 fourth while Paddy Harrington made his hole-in-one on the 185 yard par-3 eighth.

Sun, 22 Dec, 2024

#Cork County Championship

Latest meeting of Nemo Rangers and Ballincollig kicks off Cork championship fare

In the Premier SHC, which throws in a week later, Munster champions and All-Ireland club finalists Sarsfields will open their 2025 championship season in Carrigtwohill against Fr O'Neill's.

Fri, 20 Dec, 2024

#Titanic

Deal struck to save Titanic shipbuilder Harland and Wolff

The Belfast-based company was placed into administration in September for the second time in five years

Thu, 19 Dec, 2024

#Hutch trial

Votes Are Counted In The 2024 Irish General Election

Government must face up to ‘disaffection from politics’ after Hutch votes, says Harris

Mr Hutch ran in the Dublin central constituency in last month's election and came close to securing a seat, narrowly losing to Labour's Marie Sherlock

Fri, 13 Dec, 2024

#Daniel Kinahan

Son of Kinahan crime boss to walk free from jail after admitting arms cache plot

Jack Kavanagh, from Tamworth, was a trainee accountant when he tried to help his father, Thomas 'Bomber' Kavanagh, 57, engineer a lighter sentence for drug smuggling

Thu, 12 Dec, 2024

#Robert Troy

Sipo responds to criticism around timing of publication of Robert Troy report

People Before Profit TD Mr Murphy made a complaint to Sipo regarding what the report called a 'pattern of omissions or errors in successive declarations' of interest

Thu, 12 Dec, 2024

#History - The Civil War

S Michael Moynihan: Stuck for a superb Christmas gift? This one rewards every reader

If anyone in your house enjoys history, politics, or revolution then this is the book to buy

Thu, 12 Dec, 2024

#Podcast - ieBusiness

The ieBusiness Podcast meets Tom Ryan, managing partner of SF Bloodstock in Kentucky

In this week’s ieBusiness Podcast, Tom Ryan, managing partner of SF Bloodstock and racing manager for SF Racing talks about his career in horse racing that has taken him all over the world before he settled in Lexington, Kentucky where he works at ...

Listen | Tue, 10 Dec, 2024

#Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift emotional as crowd sings Happy Birthday during last Eras Tour show

Swift appeared emotional as she bowed her head and absorbed the applause for several minutes

Mon, 09 Dec, 2024

#Marina Market

Marina Market owners to bid for multi-million euro state aid package to deliver Cork event centre

It would attract close to 500,000 people annually and would include and integrate the Marina Market, a spokesman said

Sat, 07 Dec, 2024

#Brain health

Artificial intelligence circuit board brain symbol on hand

Mind your brain health: How to protect your cognitive abilities

Dementia is on the rise in Ireland, but there is much we can do to protect your cognitive abilities by making key lifestyle changes. The earlier we start, the better

Sat, 07 Dec, 2024

#Zappone Controversy

Former TD Katherine Zappone bids to return to politics in Seanad

Ms Zappone, a former TD for Dublin South-West, served as children's minister in the last Fine Gael-led government from 2016 to 2020

Fri, 06 Dec, 2024

#General Election - Listen

The Mick Clifford Podcast: How long will it take to put a government together?

The people have spoken. But what have they said? Mick Clifford looks at the answers on this week's podcast

Listen | Fri, 06 Dec, 2024

#Aer Lingus

Parties in Dublin Airport passenger cap case agree questions for EU court

Dublin Airport challenge could take around 16 months for ruling

Wed, 04 Dec, 2024

#Jo Jo Dullard

Gardaí investigating Jo Jo Dullard murder complete search near Wicklow/Kildare border

Jo Jo's disappearance was upgraded to murder back in 2020

Tue, 03 Dec, 2024

#Crawford Art Gallery

Watch: Historic moment as iconic Canova Casts at Crawford Art Gallery are removed

The delicate process of crating and removing the Crawford Art Gallery’s iconic collection of Canova Casts concluded this week

Tue, 03 Dec, 2024

#Gift Guide - sponsored

Flick through 'Gift Guide 2024' for great gift ideas

From fashion, gadgets, toys and hotel vouchers — there's something for everyone in our Gift Guide e-magazine

Mon, 02 Dec, 2024

#General Election - Watch

Watch: Count centre scenes at Nemo Rangers

Counting is set to continue late into the night at Nemo as the tallying process carries on.

Mon, 02 Dec, 2024

#Shane MacGowan

Tom Dunne: These are the artists I'd love to see on the Shane MacGowan covers album

As Shane MacGowan's first anniversary approaches and rumours of a tribute album filter through, I'd vote for sticking to the incredible roster of Irish acts we have at the moment

Wed, 27 Nov, 2024

SuperValu

Tesco, Spar, Mace, and Londis to no longer sell products linked to Conor McGregor

It is understood that other retail outlets, including Costcutter and Carry Out will also stop stocking products linked to Mr McGregor.

Tue, 26 Nov, 2024

#General Election - Issues

Election 2024: Rent — 'I’m paying €520 a month...you would hope to be warm in the winter'

Eilis Walsh would love to be able to buy her own home but she does not see that becoming a reality in the next five years

Listen | Tue, 26 Nov, 2024

#Sinéad O’Connor

Son of Sinéad O'Connor was meant to be under 24/7 care, death inquest hears

Dublin District Coroner’s Court heard there was no healthcare assistant available at TUH to provide Shane with the required continuous supervised care on the morning he left the hospital.

Mon, 25 Nov, 2024

#Cop29

Takeaways from the Cop29 climate summit in Azerbaijan

Here are some of the takeaways from the Cop29 summit held in Azerbaijan's capital of Baku

Sun, 24 Nov, 2024

#War of Independence

Cork collector says he will never sell his priceless Michael Collins memorabilia

Noel Scannell has amassed such a collection of unique Michael Collins pieces that his home is like a museum — and he wouldn't have it any other way

Sun, 24 Nov, 2024

#Christmas In the City

Wintry weather doesn't deter students enjoying 'college Christmas Day' in Cork

While everyone else around Ireland was piling on the layers, students in Cork defied the elements to don miniskirts, Christmas jumpers, and festive bows for the annual fiesta

Thu, 21 Nov, 2024

#Oasis

Ticketing Platforms As StubHub And SeatGeek Consider US IPOs

Revenues increase to €23.3m at Viagogo Irish unit

Viagogo is one of the largest secondary ticket sellers in the world and operates its Irish base out of its facility in Limerick

Tue, 19 Nov, 2024

#Cork Film Festival

'Authentic' Somalian tragedy and O’Brien biopic best of film festival

'All films in competition for best new Irish feature this year were testaments to the world-class stories being told by Irish filmmakers at this moment,' festival director Fiona Clark said

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

#Tina Satchwell

Judge to rule on whether Richard Satchwell can have his trial moved from Cork

Mr Justice Paul McDermott had set Cork as the venue for the trial of 57-year-old Richard Satchwell is accused of murdering his wife Tina Satchwell

Fri, 15 Nov, 2024

#Constituency boundary review

Kingswood and Wellingborough by-elections

ieExplains: Today is the deadline to register to vote in the general election

This year, Ireland is voting on two referenda and in local and European elections — so now is the time to check if you are on the electoral register

Tue, 12 Nov, 2024

#Electric Picnic 2024

Culture That Made Me: Jerry Fish on David Bowie, John Cooper Clarke and more

Jerry Fish has a new album and is about to embark on an Irish tour. These are some of his touchstones

Tue, 12 Nov, 2024

#Cop28

Who’s who at Cop29? The world leaders who will forge the global response to climate change

The presidents, ministers, and senior officials who will shape the UN's 29th climate summit which gets underway on Monday

Sun, 10 Nov, 2024

#Coimisiún na Meán

Young friends having fun outdoor clinking red wine glasses - Happy people eating grape and drinking at harvest time in farmhouse

FG pledges to cut hospitality Vat to 11% as Harris woos business with €800m package

Fine Gael's business manifesto for the general election also promises a PRSI rebate for businesses with fewer than 50 staff for every worker earning up to €592 a week

Fri, 08 Nov, 2024

#Fertility

Call to relax limits on accessing fertility treatment

Criteria currently exclude same-sex couples, those who require the use of donor gametes, people who have one child already, as well as limits linked to residence, age and weight

Mon, 04 Nov, 2024

#HPV

Mind your microbiome: Ways to keep your vagina healthy

The vaginal microbiome keeps the vagina healthy by preventing the growth of harmful microbes. To maintain its protective qualities, it's best to steer clear of 'feminine' cleansing products and instead focus on a good diet

Fri, 01 Nov, 2024

#Halloween

Hundreds gather in Dublin for hoax Halloween parade advertised online

Online post — falsely claiming the parade was organised by Galway-based performance group Macnas — was likely generated by AI

Thu, 31 Oct, 2024

#Autumn Activities

Diary of a Gen Z Student: Christmas might start earlier every year — and that's a good thing

Could it be that the people telling us to cool the jets for a few weeks more are the ones who really kickstart the Christmas season?

Thu, 31 Oct, 2024

#History - Cork at War

How the dissolution 100 years ago of Cork Corporation led to our local government system today

The country’s first City Manager was appointed in Cork in 1929 and effectively saw the sharing of power between the manager and the elected council

Thu, 31 Oct, 2024

#Dairy

New York Court dismisses Kerrygold's trademark claim against Tipperary butter

A New York Court has ruled that the packages of Kerrygold and Tipperary unsalted Irish butter products are not likely to be confused by consumers

Wed, 30 Oct, 2024

#Cork Jazz 2024

Cork Jazz Festival reviews: Jakob Bro leads ECM extravaganza at Triskel

Triskel again provided the venue for some impressive artists from the legendary ECM label at Guinness Cork Jazz Festival 2024

Mon, 28 Oct, 2024

#Money Saving Features

a woman holding and choosing credit card to use

Consumer Corner: What our overspending triggers are — and how to avoid them

A 'fun fund' can actually help with impulse spending

Wed, 23 Oct, 2024

#Christmas Gift Guide 2023

Ring in 2025 in style at the Grand Canal Hotel

Make it a celebration to remember at this luxury four-star hotel in the heart of Dublin 4

Tue, 15 Oct, 2024

#Morning routines

5 PTs on their cold morning training hacks

'It may just change your life': Five personal trainers on their cold morning training hacks

Struggling to maintain your workouts now winter is creeping in? These expert tips could be the motivation you need

Mon, 14 Oct, 2024

#Pensions 2024

Retirement options: What should I do with my tax-free lump sum?

Why are retirees leaving their retirement lump sum on deposit? Expert advice on the range of options to choose from

Mon, 14 Oct, 2024

#Cúpla Focal

Ask Audrey: My kids are plotting in Irish — is there a better way to learn than watching more TG4?

"More documentaries about islands! Please say there is a better way to learn your language."

Fri, 11 Oct, 2024

#Irish Women’s Rugby

Aoife Dalton hands off Olivia Apps 5/10/2024

Three changes as Ireland team to face USA named

Ireland defeated New Zealand in their opening game of the competition.

Wed, 09 Oct, 2024

#C&AG report

More than €18m of Ireland's defence budget unspent and handed back to exchequer last year

Underspends in pay offset in part by overspends in deployment, equipment and IT, Comptroller and Auditor General report shows

Fri, 04 Oct, 2024

#Boris Johnson

Broadcaster pulls out of Boris Johnson interview after no recording allowed

Mr Johnson had promised to “reveal what really happened during my time as Mayor, Foreign Secretary and PM” during the interview, as he promotes his new memoir titled Unleashed to be published next week

Fri, 04 Oct, 2024

#Graduate Careers

Young woman freelancer using laptop working online making notes

Joanna Fortune: My teen has done their Leaving Cert but has no idea what they want to do in life now

I'm doing my best to be patient, but it's very difficult to see them hanging around the house when the rest of the family is working flat out

Tue, 01 Oct, 2024

#Rural Ireland Thinks

S Elaine Loughlin: Can Sinn Féin arrest its long decline in time for the general election?

The party has plummeted from a high of 37% this time two years ago to below the 20% mark — and yet members continue to insist that a term in office is within the party’s grasp.

Sun, 29 Sep, 2024

#Food ieFood recommends

Second helping of the Examiner Eats Club goes down a treat

Some 50 diners gathered for an exclusive event at Good Day Deli restaurant on the grounds of the Nano Nagle Centre in Cork City

Sat, 28 Sep, 2024

#September Reset

Emma Barry Murphy: Week four of my 10-minute workout series has 'glorious stretches'

The final week of Emma Barry Murphy’s exercise challenge is all about increasing your flexibility. These ‘glorious’ stretches are designed to lengthen and strengthen your muscles

Fri, 27 Sep, 2024

#Bullying

Almost 100 cases prosecuted under Coco’s Law, review reveals

Coco's Law criminalises the sharing of, or threatening to share, intimate images without a person’s consent

Fri, 27 Sep, 2024

#Corporate Finance Sponsored

Businessman Bending Over To Support Very Large Stone Sphere On His Back

Debt: Experts offer advice about when, how and why to take it on

The reality is that debt may be an expensive form of finance and, depending on the scenario, may not always be the best option. Danielle Barron reports

Fri, 27 Sep, 2024

#Vicky Phelan

Landmark legislation makes it mandatory for patients to be told about serious safety incidents

New landmark legislation commenced today, Thursday, means it is mandatory for patients to be told about serious safety incidents.

Thu, 26 Sep, 2024

#sustainable staycations

‘Flight shame is dead’: Concern grows over climate impact of tourism boom

Post-covid hunger for travel is taking a heavy toll on the environment amid race to net zero, say experts

Tue, 24 Sep, 2024

#Autumn Staycations

Enjoy our Staycations e-mag — 40 pages packed with magical home holidays

Treat yourself to our exciting Staycations e-paper, packed with great hotel deals, an autumn/winter events guide, an all-island food guide, and beautifully written personal accounts of hidden gems all over the island of Ireland

Fri, 20 Sep, 2024

#Barbie

Barbie and Oppenheimer help Odeon Group revenues to rise by 15% to €29.65m

Margot Robbie’s Barbie and Cillian Murphy’s Oppenheimer were two of the box office hits that helped the Irish arm of the Odeon movie group to increase revenues by 15% to €29. 65m last year.

Wed, 18 Sep, 2024

#Oppenheimer

Barbie and Oppenheimer help Odeon Group revenues to rise by 15% to €29.65m

Margot Robbie’s Barbie and Cillian Murphy’s Oppenheimer were two of the box office hits that helped the Irish arm of the Odeon movie group to increase revenues by 15% to €29. 65m last year.

Wed, 18 Sep, 2024

#Earn and Learn — Sponsored

Ten minutes with Michelle O’Brien of the National Apprenticeship Office

"Some of the newest apprenticeships we've launched include digital marketing, horticulture. social work, cybersecurity and much more. It’s a really exciting time to be part of the NAO"

Wed, 18 Sep, 2024

#Leona Maguire

Leona Maguire hits out at captain Pettersen after lack of Solheim Cup playing time

The Cavan golfer says it was a ‘bitter pill to swallow’

Mon, 16 Sep, 2024

#Irish Open

Rory McIlroy makes his way to the 18th green 15/9/2024

McIlroy loved being homecoming hero but Hojgaard serves more agony

McIlroy had his hopes of a first professional victory on home soil in Northern Ireland undone at the 15th and 17th holes.

Mon, 16 Sep, 2024

#Islands of Ireland

Islands of Ireland: Ode to Sherkin in the 70s — where my love of islands began

Thinking back to childhood holidays when we looked across to Baltimore over fields of poppies hoping the ferry would never arrive

Sun, 15 Sep, 2024

#Parenting - Food

Hot topic: Are school meals a good idea or waste of resources and time?

Principals around the country have different views on the national rollout of meal scheme

Sat, 14 Sep, 2024

#Farmland

Forestry, a vital sideshow in complex farmland story

"There’s good activity in the forestry sector at the moment for the right quality farmland," says a leading estate agent

Wed, 11 Sep, 2024

#National Development Plan

Kitchen and Great Room in Apartment with painted accent wall, Pennsylvania, USA,

Paul Hosford: How do we spend the €13bn Apple tax windfall?

Between EU rules and political realities, the government must think carefully about how to spend the cash it found down the back of the sofa

Tue, 10 Sep, 2024

#Paralympics

Róisín Ní Ríain, Linda Kelly, Katie-George Dunlevy, Orla Comerford and Eve McCrystal 9/9/2024

What next? Let our homecoming Paralympic heroes savour the here and now

This wasn’t the time for looking forward, or back.

Mon, 09 Sep, 2024

#Census

Cork households urged to take part in 'crucial' pilot census survey

New questions on this year’s survey include ones around sexual orientation, mental health, and gender.

Mon, 09 Sep, 2024

#Podcast - Soccer

Republic of Ireland v England - UEFA Nations League - Group F - Aviva Stadium

Starmer may not give us back Declan Rice, but he pledges plenty on the political front

Silver linings following soccer defeat as relations between Ireland and Britain are 'reset'

Sun, 08 Sep, 2024

#IEAgriMonth

'I was in the mart and there were two people under the age of 30. It was me and a friend'

If only young people could look into a crystal ball and see 10 years down the line that you can farm here in Ireland

Thu, 05 Sep, 2024

#Local elections

Minister wants local councillors to have more decision making power

Darragh O’Brien said that he wanted to see a better spread of representation within local politics, by profession, ethnicity, and gender

Sun, 01 Sep, 2024

#All-Ireland Football Final

Dublin v Armagh - Allianz Football League Division 1

S Kieran Donaghy interview: North v south and the long, long trek up Orchard road

Nothing has accelerated Kieran Donaghy's coaching education like the years spent with Kieran McGeeney's Armagh - and what they do away from the spotlight.

Sun, 01 Sep, 2024

#Rose of Tralee

Denis Lehane: The silage that smelt of Roses

As if by magic, down the road came this glamorous-looking bus filled with beautiful Roses from all over the world to help out this forlorn farmer, writes Denis Lehane

Sun, 25 Aug, 2024

#IWD 2023

Nell McCafferty in Easons Dublin during her book s

Nell McCafferty: A sublime ability to unearth the root of injustice

Twenty years later, I’m more inspired by her than ever

Wed, 21 Aug, 2024

#Ironman

Plaque to be unveiled in Youghal in memory of two men who died in Ironman 2023

Family members of Brendan Wall (45) and Ivan Chittenden (64) will travel from County Meath and Toronto, Canada respectively for the ceremony

Sun, 18 Aug, 2024

#The Experts

Young dietitian with apple and dumbbell at clinic

Irish oncologists share eight things they do to lower their risk of cancer

Cancer is the leading cause of death, but up to half of all cases are preventable. We ask four oncologists about the steps they take to lower their risk

Sat, 17 Aug, 2024

#Music - B-Side the Leeside

Talos: Eoin French recalls leaving the drawing board for debut album Wild Alee

In this 2020 interview, the Talos frontman recalls the circumstances and challenge that drove his Choice-nominated debut LP.

Tue, 13 Aug, 2024

#B-side the Leeside

Talos: Eoin French recalls leaving the drawing board for debut album Wild Alee

In this 2020 interview, the Talos frontman recalls the circumstances and challenge that drove his Choice-nominated debut LP.

Tue, 13 Aug, 2024

#Olympics 2024 - Podcast

Good Morning Olympics: assessing Team Ireland's performance after a memorable Paris Games

Once more with feeling, Brendan O'Brien, Cathal Dennehy and Maurice Brosnan wrap up Team Ireland's performance in Paris.

Listen | Mon, 12 Aug, 2024

#Sleep

Considering obesity drugs? Here's how sleeping more could help you lose weight

Lack of slumber increases our appetite, especially for salty, fatty foods

Fri, 09 Aug, 2024

#The Great Irish Summer

All Together Now: Kabin Crew and Lisdoonvarna Crew send festival-goers home smiling

Contemporary issues were mashed up with music and food in Waterford this weekend, and the hit of the festival proved to be the songs of self-belief and pride by Ireland's young rap stars

Sun, 04 Aug, 2024

#Cork Pride

Cork Pride: 'Gay was a term used to slag me — then it became a word that empowered me'

Former chair of Cork Pride Clive Davis shares his enthusiasm for this year’s parade, along with his own pride of working in the community

Sun, 04 Aug, 2024

#Bank Holiday Monday

Use of mobile phone while driving may need to be upgraded to a more serious offence, minister warns

Road Safety Authority and gardaí made August bank holiday road safety appeal

Wed, 31 Jul, 2024

#Catherine the Fake

2023 Summer European Youth Olympic Festival - Day 6

Offaly's Cian Crampton claims bronze for Ireland at Euro U18 Athletics Championship

There is a decent chance of another Irish medal in the men’s 400m final on Saturday evening, with Conor Kelly coasting to victory in his semi-final in 47.62.

Fri, 19 Jul, 2024

#Euro 2024

Reflections from Germany: If, if, if. The enduring, eternal conjunction of English football

As Spain head home with the silverware, England return home to with that sinking feeling that has become all too familiar.

Tue, 16 Jul, 2024

#Business of Sport

NBA agrees to record 11-year, $76bn media rights deal – sources

The deal, which set NBA records for both its length and total value, goes into effect for the 2025-26 season

Thu, 11 Jul, 2024

#Corporate Finance (Sponsored)

Donohoe defends spending increases saying previous budgets have not added to inflation

Public spending set to grow by 6.9% next year despite calls for restraint

Tue, 09 Jul, 2024

#Food Make it tonight

Five recipes to celebrate the Fourth of July — from chicken wings to beef burgers

The Fourth of July is a great excuse to whip up some classic dishes

Thu, 04 Jul, 2024

#Growing Up In Lockdown

Depressed teenager sitting lonely outdoors

Loneliness after covid lockdowns blamed for spike in youth mental health referrals

National youth mental health centre Jigsaw saw a 6% rise in referrals last year, with almost 9,000 young people attending therapy at 14 centres, and a further 2,000 using online services

Tue, 02 Jul, 2024

#Nature Restoration Law

Stephen Cadogan: EU still does not truly understand why farmers protest

Tue, 02 Jul, 2024

#Kinsale Living

Actons Hotel Kinsale and The Trident Hotel Kinsale: Coastal luxury in Ireland

Treat yourself to an experience that will live long in your memory with a break in Actons Hotel Kinsale and The Trident Hotel Kinsale

Tue, 02 Jul, 2024

#Podcasts - Parenting

Growing Pains podcast: Joanna Fortune on the importance of teenage friendship

Growing Pains podcast: Joanna Fortune on how to negotiate during the tween stage

According to Dr Joanna Fortune, the tween years are a significant stage of growth

Listen | Tue, 02 Jul, 2024

#How to Bake

Scottish Caramel Slice or Millionaire's Shortbread Confectionery Dessert with Layers of Chocolate and Caramel over Shortbread Cr

Michelle Darmody: How to bake Millionaire's Shortbread Squares — and the mistakes to avoid

"Three contrasting layers are brought together to create the enduring favourite, one soft, one crisp, and one crumbly."

Sat, 29 Jun, 2024

#Cyber Safe Kids

elementary school students with smartphones

Tech giants must 'make online spaces safer for children'

Tech companies, governments, and civil groups need to empower children and young people, a leading expert in children's rights will tell an international seminar

Wed, 26 Jun, 2024

#Cork Midsummer Festival

Theatre review: Ben Duke delivers a profoundly moving performance in Paradise Lost

Paradise Lost (lies unopened beside me), Lost Dog Dance, Firkin Crane, Cork Midsummer Festival

Mon, 24 Jun, 2024

#Limerick mayoral election

Limerick mayor references case of soldier who beat woman at inauguration

The country's first directly-elected mayor, John Moran, vowed to work to help make his adoptive Limerick city a safer place in his speech

Fri, 21 Jun, 2024

#Tony Bates

Dr Tony Bates: Kindness is love dressed in plain clothing

Dr Tony Bates believes that being kind is the most effective way to help people who are experiencing mental and emotional pain

Fri, 21 Jun, 2024

#Fathers Day Features

Séamas O'Reilly: My dad loves to read about himself — for Father's Day I had to do him the honour

"The celebration we’re enjoying this weekend has only really existed in the UK and Ireland since 1972, when my dad was already an adult and — quite conveniently for him — about to become a father himself."

Sun, 16 Jun, 2024

#Navillus

Irish Examiner view: Tech tycoon Mike Lynch took on the might of US corporate lawyers, and won

The UK-based tech boss, with parents from Tipperary and Cork, has been acquitted of fraud in an $11bn deal with HP

Sat, 08 Jun, 2024

#Podcast - Big Listen

EU Election Podcast: Outgoing MEP Deirdre Clune rules out presidency run

Fine Gael politician, whose political career has spanned 27 years, tells European Election Podcast she is looking forward to being home

Listen | Thu, 30 May, 2024

#Great Irish Summer

Bright and breezy: Nine ways to wear summer dresses

"Nostalgic for the '70s? Let Stella McCartney’s flowy floor-sweeping confections bring you back in time to family band Wings and life on the road."

Thu, 09 May, 2024

#US Masters

Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry look to bounce back at RBC Heritage signature this week

It’s one of Lowry’s favorites spots on the PGA Tour calendar and a rare schedule addition on McIlroy’s busy upcoming schedule.

Mon, 15 Apr, 2024

#Budget2023

Letters to the Editor: People with Parkinson's need others to adopt a fresh new outlook

Gary Boyle appeals for a sense of urgency about the 'ticking time-bomb' of Parkinson's Disease that Ireland faces now

Sat, 13 Apr, 2024

#Food Special

Stephen Cadogan: Storms gathering on the horizon

Some 83% of the fruit and vegetables we consume are not Irish. We now import 70,000 tonnes of potatoes each year — as well as tens of thousands of tonnes of apples, carrots, onions and cabbage. In a special report, we investigate where our food comes from and why it matters

Tue, 09 Apr, 2024

#Teacher Conferences

TUI conference: 'This ongoing genocide is against everything we stand for as educators'

A teacher from Gaza who is studying at Mary Immaculate College in Limerick told the conference of a brother and sister who she taught being killed in Gaza

Thu, 04 Apr, 2024

#Easter Features

Happy little children creating beautiful painted eggs for Easter with loving senior grandparents

Easter Q&A: Is Good Friday a public holiday? What are the supermarkets' opening hours?

All your Easter Bank Holiday 2024 questions answered plus a reminder of this weekend's clock change

Thu, 28 Mar, 2024

#Food Slow cook weekend

Rainy day comfort food: Six slow cooker recipes to make for dinner

When the weather isn’t inspiring you in the kitchen, turn on the slow cooker and try one of these delicious dinners

Tue, 26 Mar, 2024

#Oscars 2024

Cillian Murphy (no, not that one) paraded through streets of Cork town

The red carpet was rolled out for Cillian Murphy as he made a surprise appearance in Co Cork following last week’s Oscar glory. There was a real taste of Tinseltown as Cillian was paraded through the streets of Carrigtwohill.

Thu, 21 Mar, 2024

#Examiner Voices

'Amidst the whirlwind of lockdown with premature twins, I found myself on the brink of losing it'

As part of our Examiner Voices series, 39-year-old Brianna Jackson who hails from Washington but lives in Dalkey, Co. Dublin, shares her journey with premature twins to completing a very special personal goal.

Wed, 20 Mar, 2024

#Charlie Bird

Letters to the Editor: Charlie Bird’s professional impact

One reader writes that the late Charlie Bird 'had charisma and helped us to pay attention to important news'

Mon, 18 Mar, 2024

#IWD 2024

UN boss says gender equality fight is an uphill struggle

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres told a packed UN commemoration that “a global backlash against women’s rights is threatening, and in some cases reversing, progress in developing and developed countries alike”

Sat, 09 Mar, 2024

#Black Lives Matter

Sam Boland: Time for men to listen to women, and learn from them

Amid a new global gender divide, men could mark International Women’s Day by taking responsibility for the way they behave

Tue, 05 Mar, 2024

#The Menu

The Menu: Royal treatment and sweet treats for Mother's Day

Plus: A foraging workshop with Up There The Last, and meet renowned winemaker Judith Beck

Sat, 02 Mar, 2024

#The Fabulous Pharmacist

The Fabulous Pharmacist: STIs are like any other infection — it's vital we reduce the shame

Our guest columnist Laura Dowling shines a spotlight on sexually transmitted infections and explains why people need to test themselves regularly

Sat, 24 Feb, 2024

#Election 2020

Paul Hosford: How a single vote paved the way for Holly Cairns to lead the Social Democrats

Soc Dems leader recalls — with 'a shiver' — her one-vote local election win in 2019, and how one woman told her she only decided at the last minute to go cast her ballot for Ms Cairns

Sun, 18 Feb, 2024

#John Bruton

Shots rang out to say to John Bruton: 'Farewell and thanks for everything'

The community’s respect and affection were evident in how many poured into the church and watched the mass outside in front of a nearby big screen

Sat, 10 Feb, 2024

#du Plantier murder

Late Late Show: Sophie Toscan du Plantier's son 'very confident' Ian Bailey will be found guilty

Pierre-Louis Baudey-Vignaud tells Patrick Kielty on RTÉ's Late Late Show that Ian Bailey had not been convicted in Ireland "yet"

Fri, 02 Feb, 2024

#Christy Dignam

Aslan announce new singer and gigs following Christy Dignam's death

Dignam, who died last June following a long battle with cancer, was the band's frontman since it formed in 1982

Fri, 02 Feb, 2024

#Talk To Me

Senior woman indoors looking upset and bored

Talk to Me: I'm grieving the death of my husband

Psychologist Caroline Martin is here to answer your questions on whatever issues you are dealing with in life, from work pressure and stress to loneliness and grief

Fri, 02 Feb, 2024

#History - Two Lord Mayors

Remembering Cork’s longest-serving mayor: It wasn’t always smooth sailing for Seán French

Seán French was elected as Lord Mayor of Cork 100 years ago today. While he served 12 terms, Aodh Quinlivan and John Ger O’Riordan explain why it wasn’t smooth sailing for French

Tue, 30 Jan, 2024

#Womens World Cup 2023

Spanish judge wants ex-soccer boss Rubiales to stand trial in kiss case

The court said in a statement that the judge, Francisco de Jorge, also sought a trial for former women's team coach Jorge Vilda, as well as Albert Luque, the men's team's sports director, and Ruben Rivera, the federation's marketing chief, for pressuring Hermoso to say the kiss was consensual

Thu, 25 Jan, 2024

#History - Terence McSwiney

S Jennifer Horgan: Cork nun Kate McCarthy deserves better

There is one film I would love everyone to see. It is based on a true story. The protagonist is an Irish nun living in France and working as a nurse during the Second World War, caring for both German and Allied soldiers.

Fri, 19 Jan, 2024

#Fitness

Baby steps: How to help get your fitness back on track after having kids

We talk to two high-performing athletes about how they eased themselves back into peak condition after giving birth

Tue, 16 Jan, 2024

#Ed Sheeran

Katie Taylor v Chantelle Cameron - 3Arena

Katie Taylor and Ed Sheeran help 3Arena to €74m box office

3Arena the 21st highest grossing arena worldwide

Fri, 12 Jan, 2024

#History - 1984

S 1984 Revisited: Ford's was so rooted in Cork that its closure was unthinkable

1984 was a seminal year in Ireland. Forty years on, our writers look back at some of the scandals and stories that made the headlines and helped shape the Ireland of today

Mon, 08 Jan, 2024

#Helen O Callaghan

playful child using tissue to clean his nose from cold

How to protect your child from winter cough, cold and flu and how to beat the bugs

With kids back in close contact with each other, there's been a steep increase in seasonal colds and flu. We ask experts for advice on how to look after a sick child, keep infection at bay and when to call the doctor

Mon, 08 Jan, 2024

Cork Basketball

Brunell U20's reach National Cup final with a 10 point win over Killester

What an incredible weekend for the club as their U18, senior and now U20 team all reached National Cup finals

Sun, 07 Jan, 2024

#Best of 2023

Cork's disappearing family businesses

A mixture of business challenges and succession issues brought an end to some of Cork's most iconic retailers

Thu, 28 Dec, 2023

#National Archives

State papers: JFK's wife Jackie requested Irish army cadets take part in his funeral

State papers reveal Mrs Kennedy phoned the Irish embassy in Washington hours after John F Kennedy's assassination in November 1963 to ask that members of the Defence Forces participate in His State funeral

Wed, 27 Dec, 2023

#History - The Burning of Cork

S Fireman’s rest: Cherished piece of Cork’s history restored after 20 years of rot

The diminutive structure was situated in the middle of Cork’s main thoroughfare for well over acentury and it has found a new home after its repair, writes Eoin English

Wed, 27 Dec, 2023

#Podcast - Ciara Phelan

The Ciara Phelan Podcast: How sport helped Cork GAA star Bríd Stack deal with miscarriages

Stack, who is now six months pregnant with her second child, said she suffered a miscarriage before her son was born but also had another loss late last year.

Listen | Mon, 25 Dec, 2023

On the first anniversary of campaigner Vicky Phelan’s death - November 14, 2023 - the Irish Examiner launched the Read My Lips initiative with the help of seven high-profile women to remind people of Vicky's core message: choose screening.

Thu, 21 Dec, 2023

#Juanita Browne

One of the most aggressive birds you could meet... the truth about the friendly robin redbreast

Robins will even fight to the death if necessary — thankfully most intruders can be deterred through song

Wed, 20 Dec, 2023

ieFood

Leslie Williams: My top drinks for your Christmas trolley, from wine to non-alcoholic options

When it comes to serving drinks this Christmas, there’s no need to fret, writes Leslie Williams

Wed, 20 Dec, 2023

#JP McManus Pro Am

S From the archives: A rare JP McManus interview - 'Writing the cheque is easy compared to the efforts some people make'

He’s had a year to savour, but nothing will give JP McManus as much pleasure as fifteen-deep galleries trailing the world’s finest golfers in Adare next week. Limerick’s Pied Piper spoke to Tony Leen.

Fri, 15 Dec, 2023

Women in Sport

Referee Rebecca Welch to break new Premier League ground a decade after chatback

On December 23rd Welch will break new ground once again when she takes charge of Fulham against Burnley.

Thu, 14 Dec, 2023

#AGSI

Richard Collins: Makes scents — weapons and warnings in nature

A skunk's spray is so strong that exposure to it can cause vomiting and temporary blindness

Thu, 07 Dec, 2023

#Healthy Ageing Week

S Terry Prone: Dolly Parton is a lesson to us all in growing old disgracefully

The thing about old age is that, until it hits, you assume it’s going to be a gradual process. It isn’t

Mon, 04 Dec, 2023

Holly Bough

Irish Examiner view: Consequences to long-haul journeys

Environmental factors do not seem to be a consideration in seeking markets for our agricultural produce

Thu, 09 Nov, 2023

#Dairyland

Flick through our 32-page Dairyland e-paper for insights on Ireland's No1 agri-food sector

Dairyland e-paper: Industry views and expert commentary on the challenges facing Ireland's dairy farmers as their sector comes under pressure to produce more milk while assessing calls to reduce the size of the national herd as part of the nation's drive to reduce CO2 emissions

Tue, 31 Oct, 2023

#Sligo Killings

Taoiseach hails bravery of assaulted man who helped gardaí catch double murderer

The testimony of Mr Burke, who lost an eye in the attack, was seen as crucial in gardaí efforts to track down Palani following the murders

Tue, 24 Oct, 2023

#Podcast - RWC

S The Irish Examiner Rugby World Cup podcast: a memorable night in Paris

Ireland made a statement with a clinical win over the Scots.

Listen | Mon, 09 Oct, 2023

#Global Irish

Catherine Martin brought four officials to Ryder Cup showpiece in Italy

The Irish Examiner has learned that Ms Martin brought four officials to the golf showpiece between Europe and the USA

Thu, 05 Oct, 2023

#Future Cities

More trees, please — especially in cities — to improve temperatures, air quality and health

The nature restoration law recommends a 10% tree canopy cover for European cities. Other studies have urged 30% tree coverage for urban neighbourhoods

Thu, 28 Sep, 2023

##Golfgate

34 complaints about judges in first three months of act

'Every individual judge in Ireland is now for the first time subject to a statutory regulatory system of judicial standards and conduct, investigation and reprimand', report said

Thu, 21 Sep, 2023

#Sounds From A Safe Harbour

Safe Harbour review: Untitled Song Cycle, by Enda Walsh & Anna Mullarkey

It may be billed as a work in progress, but Unfinished Song Cycle already looked impressive at Sounds From A Safe Harbour

Tue, 12 Sep, 2023

#Staycations

20 Munster beaches to get to during the sunny spell

We trawl the coast for the region's top strands, from the Blaskets to Silver Strand - and their nearby food and drink options

Fri, 08 Sep, 2023

#Oscars 2023

Roisin Gallagher: 'I was working in a bowling club on the Falls Road'

Roisin Gallagher hopes The Lovers - Sky's new comedy-drama set in Belfast - can repeat the success of Derry Girls, writes Esther McCarthy

Mon, 04 Sep, 2023

Clonmel Crash

'We were honoured to be parents of Luke and Grace,' says mother of siblings killed in crash

The town of Clonmel came to a standstill during the joint funeral for Luke and Grace McSweeney, who died in the crash last Friday.

Fri, 01 Sep, 2023

#History - Road to Civil War

S Mick Clifford: MacSwiney’s legacy is being stolen by Sinn Féin

Next Sunday, Terence MacSwiney’s grave is set to be robbed in the name of rewriting history. The graverobbing will be metaphoric but is worthy of comment.

Sat, 19 Aug, 2023

#Michael Parkinson

Cricket - Basil D'Oliveira Thanks Giving Service - Worcester Cathedral

Michael Parkinson remembered as ‘one of the Northern lads’ following death

Michael Parkinson has been remembered as “one of the Northern lads” whose transfer from news to light entertainment was the result of his “good looks, personable manner and ready wit”.

Fri, 18 Aug, 2023

#Reopening

Forget headlines about falling inflation - consumers must brace for more price hikes

The rate of inflation is dropping but fuel, food, beer, and mortgages are all continuing to rise in price

Wed, 16 Aug, 2023

#Harry Burton Cartoons

Cartoon by Irish Examiner artist Harry Burton shortlisted for European prize

The cartoon makes reference to last year's Cop27 climate summit in Egypt

Thu, 10 Aug, 2023

#Period features

Menopause and menstruation plan to help employers improve workplace policies

Norah Casey said: 'Not all women suffer debilitating menopausal symptoms, but those that do are often not receiving the support they require to remain in their jobs'

Mon, 07 Aug, 2023

#Sinéad O'Connor

Taoiseach pays tribute to Sinéad O'Connor at opening day of Fleadh Ceoil

Sinéad O'Connor will be laid to rest on Tuesday, August 8

Sun, 06 Aug, 2023

#Abhaile

Watch: Atlantic Puffins depart earlier from Skellig Michael

Atlantic Puffins are currently departing in their droves, which seems earlier than previous years from Skellig Michael (Skelig Mhichíl) 6th-century Monastic Island, 12km off the coast of Kerry.

Wed, 02 Aug, 2023

#Rainy day features

10 rainy day art and science activities for kids to try

Go back to your childhood with art from Mary’s Make & Do. Plus Mark The Science Guy shares his top experiments to try at home.

Fri, 14 Jul, 2023

#Tara Mine

Tara Mines workers accept management's layoff support measures

Agreed deal means the company will provide enhanced support for workers laid off during a temporary closure of the mine

Thu, 13 Jul, 2023

#CAO 2023

CAO makes early college offers to 5,100 applicants

The first tranche of CAO 2023 offers go out on Friday — mainly to mature students and deferred applicants who have until Wednesday to respond

Fri, 07 Jul, 2023

#World Ocean Day (Sponsored)

Ireland's call: 'Something in the Atlantic Ocean, Celtic and Irish Seas calls to us from the deep'

MEP Grace O’Sullivan reflects on the call of the Ocean for Irish people and how a new approach to our seas could be Ireland’s own ‘Green Deal’

Sun, 11 Jun, 2023

#Pride 2021

The Pride Guide: Understanding gender terminology and LGBTQIA+ slang

A guide to understanding sexual orientation, sexual health, gender terminology and some LGBTQIA+ slang

Fri, 02 Jun, 2023

Engineering excellence

What more can be done to attract women into careers in engineering?

With female levels of participation in the industry still low, Deanna O’Connor asks if enough is being done to encourage women

Sun, 28 May, 2023

#Property Management and Letting (Sponsored)

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Maintaining professional standards and corporate trends

“You don’t want to shoehorn people into the wrong home solely out of desperation," says Cork property agent

Sat, 20 May, 2023

#Pub Openings

Tim Martin announces Wetherspoon results

Wetherspoon's Irish pubs show 'steady' recovery but short of post-pandemic boom conditions

Tim Martin, the founder of the pubs and hotels chain said its UK pubs were "much slower than anticipated" to recover from the covid lockdowns and restrictions.

Wed, 10 May, 2023

#Midterm Break

Three kids running on last day of school

Is it ever okay to take children out of school to go on a cheaper holiday?

Thom Breathnach looks to teachers and parents for an answer to the perennial dilemma of holidaying during term time

Sun, 30 Apr, 2023

#Queen Elizabeth II

Attending coronation of Britain's King Charles the ‘right thing to do’, says Michelle O’Neill

“I am an Irish republican. I also recognise there are many people on our island for whom the coronation is a hugely important occasion.”

Wed, 26 Apr, 2023

#Mother's Day

Loss and Mother's Day: 'Life goes on but it will never be the same'

While Aoife Stokes was pregnant with her long-awaited first baby, her mum was undergoing treatment for stage 4 ovarian cancer. She is forever grateful that Edna lived long enough to help her through the challenging rite of passage into motherhood

Sun, 19 Mar, 2023

#Lunch to Go

Lunch to go: Mix it up with Jamie Oliver's veggie sausage rolls

No need to lose out on taste or flavour with this meat-free recipe

Fri, 17 Mar, 2023

#Ruby Breakfast

Ruby Walsh's Cheltenham Breakfast Breakdown: Willie Mullins' best chance

The racing legend and Examiner Sport columnist ran the rule over the runners and riders early on Thursday morning.

Thu, 16 Mar, 2023

#Weekend Mens Mental Health

The Two Norries: 'We are proud to be from the northside of Cork city and we want to own it'

James Leonard and Timmy Long of The Two Norries sat down with Clodagh Finn to talk about their journey, what it means to be a man in today's world and what comes next for Cork's inspiring duo

Thu, 02 Mar, 2023

#Podcast - Let Me Tell You

Let Me Tell You: Series 2 Ep 4 — Vaping is 'the revenge of the tobacco industry', says Micheál Martin

The 2004 smoking ban 'went beyond' what the then-health minister had envisaged

Listen | Thu, 16 Feb, 2023

#Small Weddings

Wedding of the Week: Student politics led to love for Rebecca and Ian

Ian popped the question at the couple’s new home in Clonlara, Kerry Pike, in June 2021

Sat, 11 Feb, 2023

#Valentine's Day

Weekend Loves: Singalong fun, romantic breaks and Disney wheels

Ruth O'Connor's weekly guide to inspiring ideas and beautiful things

Sat, 04 Feb, 2023

#Gut health

The diet myth: Go with your gut - changing the way we think about food

Focusing on gut health and the microbiome is more useful than focusing on diet and calories and weighing scales

Fri, 03 Feb, 2023

#Podcasts - Basketball

All Net Podcast: Cup Finals preview - dirty chaos and red zone execution

Pat Price and Mark Scannell join Conor Meany and Kieran Shannon to preview National Cup Finals weekend.

Listen | Thu, 19 Jan, 2023

#Childrens Health Week 2021

FILE PHOTO The European Medicines Agency has authorised the Pfizer Covid vaccine for children aged 5 to 11 END

Public urged to use 'credible, accurate sources' for vaccine information

WHO's immunization, vaccines, and biologicals department director Dr Kate O'Brien, said safety concerns are regularly investigated

Wed, 18 Jan, 2023

#Review of Year 2022

The Menu: A look back at the best culinary achievements of 2022

Welcome to The Munchies Part II: The Menu’s annual food accolades hailing the year’s culinary achievements

Sat, 31 Dec, 2022

#Munster in 30 Artworks

Munster in 30 Artworks, No 30: The Way the Fairies Went, Sneem

The local priest and a group of men employed on a Fás scheme rowed in to help James Scanlon create his Slíghe na Síoga piece in the Co Kerry town

Mon, 19 Dec, 2022

#CAO 2022

Third-level reform will change 'national obsession' with CAO points race, says Harris

Students of all ages will be offered alternative paths to further education without the need to secure high points in the Leaving Cert

Tue, 06 Dec, 2022

#The Changemakers

The Changemakers: The woman who took on the State – and won access to contraception for all

When Customs officials seized the spermicidal jelly mother-of-four May McGee had ordered from the UK on the advice of a doctor, she was livid and took action that led to lasting change, writes Clodagh Finn

Sun, 13 Nov, 2022

#The Magpie

The Magpie: Nine makeup and skincare bits to see you through party season

Christmas is coming and festive parties and gatherings are back. Here are a few items that will impress as we head into the most wonderful time of the year

Mon, 07 Nov, 2022

#Affairs

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Talk To Me: My husband wants us to get back together now his affair is over

Psychologist Caroline Martin is here to answer your questions on whatever issues you are dealing with in life, from work pressure and stress to loneliness and grief

Fri, 04 Nov, 2022

#Brexit Ready

Cabinet approves €200m expansion of Rosslare Europort

Major expansion is intended to Brexit-proof the port in Co Wexford by ensuring compliance with EU customs

Wed, 07 Sep, 2022

#Budget2022

Fears for Irish businesses as Britain heads for year-long recession

While Ireland has 'a little more fire power' to handle the cost of living crisis, Britain's recession will impact small enterprises

Fri, 05 Aug, 2022

#Budget2022

Fears for Irish businesses as Britain heads for year-long recession

While Ireland has 'a little more fire power' to handle the cost of living crisis, Britain's recession will impact small enterprises

Fri, 05 Aug, 2022

#Quiz Time

The Big Summer Quiz: 100 questions to put your general knowledge to the ultimate test

Our quizmaster has put together a massive selection of questions related to the summer season and sunshine — get the whole family involved and see how many you can answer correctly!

Sat, 30 Jul, 2022

#Taste The Nation

Taste the Nation: The secret behind this North Cork creamery's butter

Generations of farming families and locals have been involved in producing the popular product

Thu, 14 Jul, 2022

#Statues

Momentum building in campaign to erect Michael Collins statue in Cork City

A group of Collins enthusiasts have agreed to raise funds for a new statue of Collins that they will then hand over to the city for placement in the city centre

Sun, 03 Jul, 2022

#Clarissa McCarthy

Rebecca Saunders: ‘I feel like I can move mountains because I can take Clarissa home’

Clarissa was drowned by her father Martin McCarthy, 50, who then took his own life, on Audley Cove, a beach below their home in West Cork in a tragic murder-suicide

Sat, 11 Jun, 2022

#OceanWeek2022

Seaside setting inspires vibrant home interiors makeover

We consult interior designer Emily Cunnane of InSpace on how she gave a period residence in Sandymount a refresh

Sat, 11 Jun, 2022

#History - Tomas MacCurtin

PAC calls for investigation into €450m spent on unused PPE during pandemic

There has been a call from within the Dáil’s spending watchdog for a full investigation into public money wasted on approximately €450m worth of unused PPE and ventilators bought during the pandemic.

Thu, 19 May, 2022

#Storm Barra

Donal Hickey: Ongoing problem of eel kills at Ardnacrusha

Limerick scientist says a major kill of eels occurred on the lower Shannon due to a lack of mitigation measures during Storm Barra

Thu, 28 Apr, 2022

#Cork In 50 Artworks

Cork in 50 Artworks, No 50: The Canova Casts, Crawford Art Gallery

Napoleon's defeat at Waterloo set in train a series of events that saw the famous pieces transfer from the Vatican to Cork. In recent times, they've featured on a BBC series as their 'modesty coverings' were removed

Mon, 18 Apr, 2022

#Personal Insights

'I’m no longer gender dysphoric, I am simply Sara Jane'

Gender Identity Ireland has been founded by Cork-based author Sara Jane Cromwell, who has written extensively about the struggles she overcame growing up in the 1960s

Sat, 02 Apr, 2022

#Womens Health Week

Women at the centre of CUH’s dedication to patient care

The advice of healthcare staff and the personal stories of female patients show how lives are enhanced by the commitment to the wellbeing of women by the teams at Cork University Hospital and Cork University Maternity Hospital

Mon, 28 Mar, 2022

#Rachael Blackmore

Cheltenham Gold up Winner A Plus Tard Homecoming - Knockeen

Irish Examiner view: Rachael a sure bet for Sportsperson of the Year

What more can be said about Rachael Blackmore that hasn’t been said already?Less than 24 hours after her historic Gold Cup victory last Friday, the jockey was back in the saddle riding the appropriately named Gentlemansgame to victory in Thurles.

Tue, 22 Mar, 2022

#Currabinny Cooks

Currabinny cooks: How to make a classic club sandwich that's better than any hotel

Plus our no-fail carbonara and a kedgeree that is a hit for brunch

Sat, 19 Mar, 2022

#IWD 2022

Clodagh Finn: If women ruled the world, would we still have leaders like Putin?

Looking around the world right now, you'd wonder if more women in power would provide a better alternative to the self-aggrandising egotism that has us in the state we're in

Wed, 09 Mar, 2022

#AmCham 2022

Glandore: Experience of the past, space for the future

Demand for co-working spaces has seen Glandore go from 75 desks to 3,500 desks in nine buildings in Dublin, Belfast and Cork

Wed, 23 Feb, 2022

#Irish Examiner 180

Sculpture By Artist Kehinde Wiley Titled "Rumors Of War" Unveiled In Times Square

Maeve Higgins: Portraits of courage in Ireland and America

Richmond, Virginia and Dublin in Ireland: How two sculptures, thousands of miles apart, unite to reimagine something terrible into a thing of great beauty and power

Sat, 12 Feb, 2022

#IWD 2021

Darina Allen: The best Victoria Sponge you'll ever taste

— plus some handy tricks for making the perfect Brown Irish Soda Bread

Sat, 01 Jan, 2022

#Look Back 2021

Tom Dunne: A grinchy kind of year, but we did get Abba and The Beatles

It was a tough year for many people, but at least we again get to say thank-you for the music

Fri, 31 Dec, 2021

#HomeAtHeart

'We made it here eventually': Joyous scenes as families reunite in Cork for Christmas

Signs made with love and excited hands were held aloft for family returning home for Christmas at Cork Airport, many coming back for the first time in years

Sat, 25 Dec, 2021

#Limerick On The Rise

Spirited Courceys defy Mungret comeback for extra-time triumph

Cork champs Courcey Rovers delivered a determined last 10 minutes to finally shake off the challenge of Mungret St. Paul's

Sat, 11 Dec, 2021

#Children's Hospital

'I get to play every day with the most amazing children': Fun and games in hospital

A father was so grateful to the staff on CUH's Puffin Ward, he built a toy MRI simulator to help prepare children for the scanning procedure

Fri, 26 Nov, 2021

#Mitchelstown Murders

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Mitchelstown killings - Reporting on a family tragedy

The Mitchelstown killings shocked a community. What happened to prompt this tragedy and could anything have been done to prevent it?

Thu, 25 Nov, 2021

#Sean FitzPatrick

Seán FitzPatrick remembered by family as a ‘giant of a man’

The former chief executive and chairman of Anglo Irish Bank died at the age of 73 last Monday after a short illness

Tue, 16 Nov, 2021

#Screen Challenge

Computer games addiction. Boy Doesn"u2019t Want to Learn and Read a book

Richard Hogan: My husband spanks the kids, but lets them on screens all weekend

'Technology has been a serious challenge for my partner and me. It is the main area we fight over, but we also differ on how to discipline the children. My partner will spank the children from time to time and I just don’t agree with it.'

Thu, 04 Nov, 2021

#Christy Ring 100

Michael Moynihan: What’s in a name? Everything, if it tells people where you’re from

Working out the precise dimensions of every separate part of Cork is the kind of task that has an overwhelming appeal

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Mart Reports

Mart Reports: Busy with prices holding steady

Latest prices from Kanturk, Macrrom, Kilmnallock, Ennis nad Kilkenny

Tue, 26 Oct, 2021

#Pensions2021

If I leave my job, what happens to my pension?

If you change jobs and were a member of an occupational pension scheme, know your options with your accumulated pension benefits, advises a leading financial expert

Sun, 17 Oct, 2021

#Dairyland 2021

"One of the main reasons we won — we used no antibiotics for the past five years"

Meet the McCarthys of Feenagh, Co Limerick, NDC & Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards 2021 Dairy Farm of the Year

Mon, 11 Oct, 2021

#CAO 2021

Money talks: Tips to manage your money in college

Hermony.ie's Carol Brick says that it's important to build smart financial habits in university that will last a lifetime

Thu, 09 Sep, 2021

#Motors & Me

Motors & Me: 'A little house on wheels' - Pádraig Greene and his Ford Transit camper van

The first in a series, Pádraig Greene tells us about his Ford Transit camper van conversion which he says helped him through the Covid-19 pandemic lockdowns.

Sun, 08 Aug, 2021

#Podcasts - Weekend

What should we be watching, reading and listening to? Find out on the Great Irish Summer Podcast

Eoghan O'Sullivan is joined by Des O'Driscoll, Marjorie Brennan and Esther McCarthy to talk music, books, podcasts and streaming for your holiday season

Sun, 01 Aug, 2021

#Emergency Care Week

Is your accident an emergency? Your answer is in this booklet

Rapid responses to fevers, burns, heart attacks and much more: #Emergency Care Week, an Irish Examiner and Cork University Hospital public health campaign

Sun, 01 Aug, 2021

#Ocean Week 2020

My favourite Irish beach: Six celebs on their beloved local strands

Looking for a new place to get sand in your toes this week? Six strand fans explain what they love about their own favourite spots

Tue, 20 Jul, 2021

#Christian Eriksen

Denmark step up Uefa criticism: With Covid you can postpone a game, with cardiac arrest apparently not

Christian Eriksen remains in hosptial but has said he is "fine - under the circumstances" as doctors work to determine the cause of his cardiac arrest.

Tue, 15 Jun, 2021

#ieStyleMay2021

The Career Coach: How to ask your boss for a pay rise

Advance your professional life with help from our careers agony aunt Angela Burke

Mon, 24 May, 2021

#Palestine

Taoiseach: Israel's attack on Gaza 'wholly disproportionate'

Almost 200 people have died in Gaza as of this morning, including at least 58 children

Mon, 17 May, 2021

#CAO 2020

High Court dismisses lead action over calculated grades

The rejection of the case brought by Belvedere College Leaving Cert student Freddie Sherry has implications for more than 60 other challenges to the calculated grades.

Tue, 02 Mar, 2021

#Colm O'Gorman Recipes

Cooking with Colm O'Gorman: Restaurant-quality karubi beef with fried rice

If you'e craving a takeaway, then try this Irish Angus Ribeye with gochujang and vegetable fried rice

Fri, 26 Feb, 2021

#Love Matters

On a small scale: The rise of the micro wedding

Smaller weddings are here to stay. Here's how couples are making the most out of micro weddings

Wed, 17 Feb, 2021

#Staying In Guide

Michelle Darmody: Brownies, meringue pies and chocolate cake for one

— we can't have large gatherings but we can still have cake

Sun, 24 Jan, 2021

#Lifestyle 2020

Woman listening music with her mobile phone in first snow

Top 10 true crime podcasts: From Serial and West Cork, to Dr Death and George Gibney

The stories veer from fascinating to harrowing, but the true crime genre offers some of the most gripping listening in the podcast world

Thu, 31 Dec, 2020

#HomeHeart

'I know you're ouching for family': Graham Norton and Maeve Higgins read messages from Irish abroad

Maeve Higgins and Graham Norton chatted all about being Irish as part of a campaign to bring us all together this Christmas and they included some of our #HomeatHeart messages too

Mon, 28 Dec, 2020

#John Hume

Hume foundation to nurture peaceful values of late Nobel peace prize winner

John and Pat Hume Foundation chairman Professor Sean Farren said Mr Hume’s values were needed more than ever to help young people navigate these difficult times

Fri, 13 Nov, 2020

Person: Niall De Baroid

Good Samaritan stabbed in throat

Two good Samaritans who came to the assistance of a man having an epileptic fit rowed afterwards about how they had cared for the victim and it escalated to the point where one of them stabbed the other in the throat.

Wed, 10 Jun, 2015