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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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Minister Calls for Smarter Staffing in Health | Cork News
Minister Jack Chambers is demanding a radical rethink of how public services — especially healthcare — are staffed, warning that bloating management roles…
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Life Sentence for Murder in Macroom | Cork News
A heart-wrenching courtroom moment as Michael Foley’s daughter Caroline confronts killer Daniel Hourigan, who’s now serving life for the February 2024 murder —…
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Glen Hansard Remembered Through Music and Mercy | Cork News
Glen Hansard, Oscar-winning singer-songwriter and beloved frontman of The Frames, died in a Dublin motorcycle accident, leaving behind a legacy of music and…
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Teen Convicted in Barry Daly Murder | Cork News
A seventeen-year-old has been convicted of murder in the shocking July killing of postman Barry Daly, marking the third conviction in the case and ending a…
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Dublin’s New Social Housing Boom | Cork News
In a major win for Dublin’s housing crisis, 176 apartments at the historic Glass House site in Dublin 4 have been secured as social housing for nearly €470k…
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Cork’s Litter Fines Surge 56% | Cork News
Cork’s cleanup battle is heating up—fines for littering and dumping are soaring, with 369 issued in just three months, a 56% jump from last year, bringing in…
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Female Councillors Targeted by Threat Calls | Cork News
Over 70 female councillors across Ireland are being targeted by disturbing, threatening phone calls from a withheld number—claiming to be a “paedophile”…
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Tally Ho Returns to Baltimore | Cork News
This weekend, the legendary 1910 sailing yacht Tally Ho—once a Fastnet Race winner and now a seven-year restoration project led by Leo Sampson Goolden—makes a…
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John Weber from Limerick | Cork News
From the wilds of Limerick comes John Weber, a man whose story will leave you breathless—equal parts hilarious, heartwarming, and utterly unexpected. Listen in…
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Glen Hansard Dead at 56 | Cork News
Irish music legend Glen Hansard, Oscar-winning songwriter and The Frames frontman, died at 56 in a tragic motorbike accident just hours after a Dublin folk…
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Life Sentence for Betrayal of Trust | Cork News
A 33-year-old man, Daniel Hourigan, has been sentenced to life in prison for the brutal murder of 61-year-old grandfather Michael Foley, who was stabbed…
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Limerick Man Sentenced for Child Abuse Material | Cork News
Limerick Man Sentenced for Child Abuse Material | Cork News
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Rashford Returns to United | Cork News
Marcus Rashford is returning to Manchester United after a stellar loan stint at Barcelona, where he scored 14 goals and made 14 assists in 49 games while…
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Kinahan Extradition Moves Forward | Cork News
Ireland is moving forward to extradite Daniel Kinahan from Dubai, a major figure in a powerful organized crime syndicate tied to international drug and weapons…
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Waterford Man Convicted of Murder | Cork News
Waterford Man Convicted of Murder | Cork News
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Teen Convicted in Postman's Murder | Cork News
A Cork jury has delivered a shocking verdict: a 17-year-old is guilty of murdering beloved postman Barry Daly, bringing a long legal saga to a close after a…
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Teen Found Guilty in Cork Murder | Cork News
A shocking murder conviction in Cork, Ireland — a 17-year-old found guilty of killing postman Barry Daly, sparking national outrage and raising urgent…
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Nurse Climber Survives Pole Through Body | Cork News
A nurse climbs Montana’s Granite Peak, gets impaled by his own trekking pole, and instead of calling for a costly helicopter rescue, he calmly assesses his…
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France Firefighters Gain Ground | Cork News
France’s massive wildfire is finally easing as 84,000 residents are allowed to return home—marking a major victory for firefighters battling flames that…
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Three Lost in Channel Boat Tragedy | Cork News
Three lives lost in a heartbreaking Channel crossing—rescue crews found the boat near Dunkirk, with all aboard already gone. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…
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Prague Zoo Cools Bears with Ice | Cork News
Prague Zoo’s polar bears are turning into ice-loving celebrities as keepers dump tons of ice into their enclosure to beat the scorching heatwave — and these…
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Health Service Spending Under Scrutiny | Cork News
Health minister Jack Chambers is sounding the alarm on ballooning agency staff costs in the health service, warning that unchecked spending growth isn’t…
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Life Sentence for Brutal Betrayal of Kindness | Cork News
A judge sentenced Daniel Hourigan to life in prison for the brutal murder of Michael Foley, a man who had offered him shelter while he struggled with…
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Eight Lighthouse Farms Lighting the Way | Cork News
Eight pioneering farms across Ireland have been named “Lighthouse Farms” in a bold new five-year initiative called FarmElevate, partnering with Teagasc to…
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Student Drops Appeal Against UCD | Cork News
A medicine student has dropped her legal challenge against University College Dublin after the High Court ruled in favor of the university, finding its…
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Medical Student Drops Appeal After Arrest | Cork News
A UCD medical student, who alleged rape and shared explicit images without consent, has dropped her appeal against the university’s academic demands — just…
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Ireland’s Inclusive Education Plan | Cork News
Ireland’s Department of Education has unveiled a bold new plan to overhaul the 2004 Education for Persons with Special Educational Needs Act, turning years of…
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Medical Student Drops UCD Appeal | Cork News
A medical student’s legal battle to overturn University College Dublin’s academic decisions after alleging rape by a fellow student has ended in defeat — her…
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Sinn Féin Leader Defends Cork Prison | Cork News
Sinn Féin’s Mary Lou McDonald is rallying to save Cork Prison, calling it a vital symbol of Ireland’s revolutionary past and urging preservation over…
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Cork's Housing Build Lag | Cork News
Cork’s housing crisis is hitting hard—just three social homes built in the city and seventeen county-wide in the first three months of the year, barely…
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RTÉ Cork Expansion On Track | Cork News
RTÉ’s director general, Kevin Bakhurst, has shut down rumors that the planned expansion of production in Cork is falling through — confirming the move is still…
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Cork’s Food in Historic Havens | Cork News
Cork on a Fork Fest is back with a bold twist—dining in cathedrals, chapels, and former banks. Michelin-starred chefs serve up unforgettable meals in historic…
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FIFA’s Private Sale to Fund Global Soccer | Cork News
FIFA is racing to finalize private funding by October for a new company that will run its major tournaments, aiming to sell stakes to investors — including a…
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Amin’s Grandson Disqualified in Boxing | Cork News
Idi Amin’s grandson, 25-year-old boxer Aziz Abdul, got disqualified from the Commonwealth Games after three fouls—including a headbutt in the final round…
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Chelsea’s New Era Begins | Cork News
Chelsea’s squad is shaking up with two major signings: veteran striker Danny Welbeck, who’s set to join after a stellar 13-goal season at Brighton, and Jordan…
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Lacroix Joins Chelsea for Six Years | Cork News
Maxence Lacroix has officially joined Chelsea on a six-year deal, marking the Blues’ fifth major signing this summer and a bold move to fortify their defense…
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Son Heung-Min Shines with Two Goals | Cork News
Son Heung-Min dazzled at the MLS All-Star Game, smashing two goals in the first half to ignite the crowd and prove why he’s one of the world’s most…
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Bergvall’s Future at Spurs Hangs in Balance | Cork News
Lucas Bergvall’s Tottenham future hangs in the balance as he eyes regular game time amid fierce midfield competition, with whispers of a potential exit before…
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Eddie Howe Steps Down at Newcastle | Cork News
Eddie Howe is reportedly stepping down as Newcastle United manager after nearly five seasons, during which he ended the club’s 70-year trophy drought with a…
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Flat Fee Legal Aid Sparks Crisis | Cork News
A Dublin solicitor is leading a fierce legal battle against Ireland’s new flat-fee legal aid system, which pays €520 per client regardless of case complexity —…
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Half of Child Car Seats Installed Wrong | Cork News
Half of all child car seats checked by the Road Safety Authority this year were installed incorrectly—53% had major safety flaws like loose straps or improper…
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Zendaya’s Spider-Glow Red Carpet | Cork News
Zendaya stunned at the London premiere of “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” in a dazzling ivory gown with a golden spider brooch, marking a sleek, subtle shift from…
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Glen Hansard Remembered Through Music | Cork News
Glen Hansard, the soulful lead singer of The Frames and Oscar-winning composer of “Falling Slowly,” died tragically at 56 in a Dublin motorcycle accident…
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Tom Holland on Zendaya and Brand New Day | Cork News
Tom Holland spills the tea on his real-life love, Zendaya, calling her his “ultimate calm in the storm” amid Hollywood chaos — and it’s no surprise, given…
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Zendaya Admires Tom Holland’s Commitment | Cork News
Zendaya is utterly dazzled by Tom Holland’s dedication to the Spider-Man role, praising his leadership on set, emotional depth under the mask, and unwavering…
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Gemma Collins Mourns Mother’s Passing | Cork News
Gemma Collins is heartbroken after the passing of her beloved mother Joan, who died peacefully at home surrounded by family after battling pneumonia. The…
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Hardy Bucks Is Back for Season 2 | Cork News
Hardy Bucks is officially back — and fans are losing it. Owen Colgan, one of the show’s stars, confirmed a brand-new season with six wild episodes on the way…
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Sally the Robot Teacher Controversy | Cork News
A humanoid robot named Sally, designed to teach STEM in 100 languages and boost education in a struggling New York school district, sparked outrage after her…
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EPA Warns on Private Water Supplies | Cork News
A new EPA report reveals alarming failures in Ireland’s private water schemes—14 rural community supplies and 67 business/ institutional ones tested positive…
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Skibbereen Water Pollution Mystery | Cork News
In Skibbereen, Ireland, a shocking brown discharge from a pipe near the town car park has sparked alarm over possible sewage or slurry pollution in the River…
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Harassment Targeting Female Councillors | Cork News
Female councillors across Ireland are being targeted with disturbing, coordinated harassment—sexualized phone calls that appear to single out women in local…
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TDs Shift Question Process Amid AI Debate | Cork News
TDs brace for a major shift in how they ask ministers questions, moving from email to the internal Áis-Linn system to handle a 19% surge in inquiries—over…
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Sewage Overflow Crisis in Carrignavar | Cork News
Raw sewage is spilling into a local river in Carrignavar, exposing a decades-old failure of the overloaded wastewater treatment plant. Locals, including a…
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Cork Airport Prepares for August Surge | Cork News
Cork Airport is gearing up for a record-breaking August Bank Holiday weekend, expecting 72,000 travelers—especially Sunday—with crowds fueled by festivals…
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Glen Hansard Remembered Amid National Mourning | Cork News
Glen Hansard, Oscar-winning musician and actor, died in a tragic motorcycle accident in Dublin, sending shockwaves through Ireland and the global arts…
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One Year of Clodagh Grace Solicitors | Cork News
Clodagh Grace Solicitors just hit its one-year milestone — a bold leap from a secure job to launching her own firm, now hailed as the best decision she’s ever…
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Police Crack Down on Road Safety | Cork News
Police are hitting the roads hard this Bank Holiday weekend with a major crackdown on dangerous driving after last year’s deadliest road death toll in a…
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Mallow Set to Get First Padel Courts | Cork News
Padel is taking over Mallow — and the town’s getting its first indoor courts right at the GAA complex, with five courts, restrooms, and reception space all set…
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Legal Aid Crisis Sparks Court Battle | Cork News
A major legal battle is brewing as solicitor John Quinn sues the government over a new legal aid payment scheme that’s collapsing the system—charging a flat…
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Glen Hansard Remembered in Music and Activism | Cork News
Glen Hansard, Oscar-winning musician and activist, died at 56 in a Dublin motorcycle crash, leaving behind a legacy of soulful music, activism, and…