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Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Cork News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Cork, Ireland—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Cork News Today is your…
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Heritage at Risk in County Cork | Cork News
County Cork is exploding with heritage fun this August as National Heritage Week 2026 kicks off with nearly 200 events under the urgent theme “Heritage at…
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Gardaí Bid for €5M Speed Gun Upgrade | Cork News
The Gardaí are set to revolutionize speed enforcement with a five-million-euro tender for cutting-edge laser speed guns—equipping patrols with 100 handheld…
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First Indian Rhino Calf Born in Ireland | Cork News
A brand-new Indian rhino calf has just been born at Fota Wildlife Park — only the second ever in Ireland and the park’s history. Healthy and thriving, the…
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Cork Council’s Guide to Revitalizing Vacant Properties | Cork News
Cork County Council’s new guide turns neglected properties into vibrant homes—with cash grants, planning help, and heritage support. After years of community…
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Vacation Dreams in a Warming France | Cork News
France’s brutal summer heatwaves and wildfires contrasted sharply with the author’s cool, air-conditioned vacation in a rural home swap from Dublin. While…
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Ireland’s First Indian Rhino Calf Born | Cork News
Fota Wildlife Park just welcomed Ireland’s second-ever Indian rhino calf, born July 13th — a conservation milestone for the vulnerable species and the park’s…
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West Cork’s Hidden Natural Treasures | Cork News
Discover the wild, wondrous heart of West Cork through three stunning new documentaries. “An Irish Atlantic Rainforest” follows Eoghan Daltun’s inspiring…
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Trusted Neighbor, Life Sentence | Cork News
A man who once slept under the roof of a kind stranger has been sentenced to life for brutally murdering that stranger — a beloved grandfather of twelve…
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Walls Built, Barriers Broken | Cork News
On Cape Clear Island this summer, 100 young people from Israel, Palestine, Italy, Switzerland, and Ireland came together for a transformative six-week exchange…
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Mass Card Connects Collins and Cronin | Cork News
A mass card once prayed for Michael Collins—now unveiled at the Michael Collins Centre in Clonakilty—holds a hauntingly personal link to history. Bought by…
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Ard Alainn Housing Plans in Jeopardy | Cork News
A major housing development in Bandon, Ard Alainn, now hangs in the balance after a resident successfully appealed its approval, citing unresolved access…
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Donegal Legend James McHugh Passes Tragically | Cork News
Tragedy struck Donegal as legendary footballer James McHugh, a key figure in their 1992 All-Ireland triumph and a beloved community pillar, died at 62 in a…
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James McHugh, Donegal Legend, Dies in Tragic Crash | Cork News
Tragic loss: Former Donegal football legend James McHugh, a key figure in their historic 1992 All-Ireland win, died in a serious road accident near Cavan. His…
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CCPC Crackdown on Price Transparency | Cork News
The CCPC is cracking down on businesses nationwide, sending out notices to shops, pubs, and online retailers for failing to display clear, fair pricing —…
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The Spice Bag: Ireland's New National Dish | Cork News
The spice bag—Irish fast food’s accidental national obsession—is everywhere, from gas stations to gourmet spots, even trending with tourists. It’s become a…
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E-Scooter Rules Ripple Through Green Transport Plans | Cork News
Cork’s electric car charger rollout just hit a major snag—thanks to new e-scooter rules that’ve frozen national funding, dragging down unrelated green…
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Cork on a Fork Festival Guide | Cork News
Cork’s food scene is about to go wild as the Cork on a Fork festival kicks off tomorrow with over 150 events and 20,000 attendees expected. The star…
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Dunmanway’s Hidden History Trails | Cork News
Step into Dunmanway’s past with “Stories on the Street,” a new heritage trail funded by Cork County Council that turns your phone into a time machine. Twelve…
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Donegal Legend James McHugh Dies in Crash | Cork News
Tragic loss shakes Ireland as Donegal football legend James McHugh, 62, dies in a fatal car crash on the N3 near Cavan. His wife Noreen was critically injured…
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South Tipperary Eye Care Crisis | Cork News
South Tipperary residents are facing agonizing waits of nearly five years for essential eye care, as a vacant ophthalmologist position since autumn 2024 leaves…
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Consent Starts Early and Laws Must Evolve | Cork News
Consent education must start in preschool—teaching kids simple boundaries like saying no to hugs, modeling healthy choices from day one. Meanwhile, it’s…
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Naive Not Malicious: The Sterling Taylor Case | Cork News
A Donegal juice company paid €14,000 to a former employee after firing him for allegedly using a company account to buy a drill and Guinness Zero — both…
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Cork Rebels Crowned Camogie Champions | Cork News
Cork’s camogie Rebels stunned Galway with a gritty 2-14 to 0-19 victory, clinching the O’Duffy Cup in a thrilling showdown. Fans flooded the streets of Cork…
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Oberstown Staff Walk Out Again | Cork News
Workers at Oberstown, a youth detention center, are striking again this Tuesday for an eight-hour walkout, demanding safer staffing levels and more resources —…
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Bessborough Site Faces Compulsory Purchase | Cork News
Human rights lawyer Maeve O’Rourke is calling on the government to urgently buy the Bessborough site in Cork—once a mother and baby home where hundreds of…
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Language Schools Face Closure Crisis | Cork News
Two language schools, Erin College and Limerick Language Centre, are fighting for survival after being kicked out of a government visa program due to massive…
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Croke Park’s Soccer Comeback | Cork News
Soccer is back at Croke Park after nearly two decades, as Leeds takes on Manchester United in a friendly — a move that once sparked fierce debate within the…
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HSE Pension Payouts Reveal Top Earners | Cork News
HSE paid out a record 212.5 million euro in pension lump sums last year — up 9% — as 3,555 staff retired, with top-earning consultants raking in massive…
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Flahavan's Workers Face Strike Vote | Cork News
Flahavan’s workers are poised to strike as tensions rise over a controversial new “flexibility agreement” being tied to their pay deal — a move the union says…
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LPS Tax Scandal Leaves Barely Any Cash | Cork News
A Galway-based company, LPS International Plant Limited, just paid over 106 million euros to Revenue after under-declaring VAT — a staggering sum that leaves…
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Transplant Athletes Shine at British Games | Cork News
Transplant Sport Ireland dominated the British Transplant Games in Sheffield, sweeping 22 medals—including 11 golds—with a 19-member squad. Val Weblin, living…
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Man Denied UK Entry Assaults Gardaí | Cork News
A 37-year-old Nigerian man, Grifix Onowu, faces serious charges after allegedly assaulting two Irish police officers at Dublin Port—reportedly biting one…
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Fleadh Cheoil Bridges Northern Ireland's Divides | Cork News
The Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Belfast has become a shining example of how cultural events can unite communities, with Commissioner Lee Reynolds praising…
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Schools Sue Over Visa Refund Crisis | Cork News
Two English language schools, Erin College and Limerick Language Centre, are locked in a legal battle after being barred from a student visa enrollment program…
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Dublin Man Faces Charges After Car Confrontation | Cork News
A Dublin man faces serious charges after allegedly using his car to drive his ex-partner’s vehicle into a barrier, violating a safety order since November. The…
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Social Worker Caught With $1M Drugs | Cork News
A 51-year-old social worker from the UK, Kafayat Adeniyi, was arrested at Dublin Airport with nearly one million euros worth of cannabis and methamphetamine…
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Tragic Crash on N3 Near Drummallaght | Cork News
Tragedy on the N3 near Drummallaght: A fatal crash involving a car and van leaves one man dead, a woman critically injured and airlifted, while the van driver…
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Belfast’s Fleadh Cheoil Breaks Records | Cork News
Belfast just shattered records at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, welcoming over 1.6 million visitors—doubling predictions—with Saturday alone hitting nearly…
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Shots Fired in Ballymun Overnight | Cork News
Shots fired in Ballymun Sunday night—no injuries, but Gardaí need your help. If you were near Barnewall Drive between 9:30 and 10:30 PM, or if your dashcam or…
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Kinsale Land for Sale with Hurdles | Cork News
Three stunning waterfront parcels in Kinsale, Ireland, totaling one million euros, offer breathtaking harbor views — including a prime spot on Dock Beach — but…
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Cork Firefighters Climb for Charity | Cork News
Cork City firefighters are launching Ireland’s first-ever Tower Run, racing up 334 steps to the 17th floor of Cork County Hall to raise funds for Cork…
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Jersey for a Cause That Moved the World | Cork News
A football supporters trust teamed up with a legendary band to launch a limited-edition jersey that smashed fundraising goals—raising over ten thousand euros…
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Cork’s Saturday Protesters Speak | Cork News
Every Saturday since October 2023, hundreds have marched in Cork, Ireland, protesting the war in Gaza — a rare and powerful display of sustained public…
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HSE Racial Abuse and Silence | Cork News
Inside Ireland’s Health Service Executive, immigrant staff are quietly suffering racist abuse — and too often, no one listens. With a growing diverse…
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Doctor Convicted for Pandemic Social Media Posts | Cork News
A Wexford doctor has been found guilty of professional misconduct for inflammatory social media posts during the pandemic, with four out of six allegations…
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Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Hub | Cork News
Ukraine’s devastating drone strike on Russia’s key oil hub in Nizhnekamsk killed 13 and wounded 75, igniting fires at critical refineries and petrochemical…
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Colombia Earthquake Rocks Region | Cork News
A devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, rattling Ecuador and triggering mass evacuations as buildings collapsed and injuries piled up…
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Colombia Earthquake Shakes Region | Cork News
A devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 20 people and leaving many injured as buildings collapsed across cities like…
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Thai Legislator Arrested in Government Shooting | Cork News
A former Thai legislator has been arrested for shooting dead a government official and injuring his driver in a brazen Monday morning attack—claiming the…
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Europe’s Record Heat and Global Warming | Cork News
Western Europe just smashed its June-July heat record, triggering deadly wildfires, crippling droughts, and thousands of heat-related deaths — a brutal preview…
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Iran's Unity Amid Sanctions and Conflict | Cork News
Iran’s new president and supreme leader locked horns in a high-stakes meeting focused on survival: economy, jobs, housing, and the crushing weight of…
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Indonesia Battles Wildfires Across Key Regions | Cork News
Indonesia’s wildfire crisis is escalating as hundreds of firefighters, helicopters, and emergency crews battle flames devouring over 107,000 hectares across…
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Bomb Squad at Kildare Landfill | Cork News
A bomb disposal unit is on high alert at Sillot Hill Landfill in Co Kildare, with roads shut down and traffic rerouted between Kilcullen and Naas. Authorities…
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Doctor Found Guilty for Pandemic Social Media Posts | Cork News
A Wexford doctor has been found guilty of professional misconduct after critical social media posts during the pandemic sparked outrage and undermined public…
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Glanmire’s New Regional Park Revealed | Cork News
Cork City Council is set to transform 20 acres of former Riverstown FC grounds into a vibrant new regional park in Glanmire — complete with playgrounds, cycle…
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Minister Faces Threat After Cow Cull | Cork News
Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir has been targeted with a chilling death threat after overseeing the controversial culling of 51 cows in County Tyrone, amid…
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Saw Doctors Return to Mayo | Cork News
The Saw Doctors are roaring back to Mayo for their first hometown show in 15 years, set for Saturday, September 5th at TF Royal Castlebar — a perfect match…
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Knock Basilica Celebrates 50 Years | Cork News
Knock Basilica turns 50 with a spiritual explosion—its annual Novena kicks off Thursday, blending pilgrimage, prayer, and profound talks on love, faith in the…
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Wrong-Way Car Crash on M50 Under Investigation | Cork News
A car packed with eight young men careened the wrong way on the M50, slamming head-on into another vehicle—leaving nine people injured, one critically. The…
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Ireland Tourism Statistic Debunked | Cork News
A misleading 32% drop in Irish tourism between 2019 and 2025 went viral—until experts revealed it was based on comparing two entirely different counting…