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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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Garda’s Courage After Brutal Assault | Cork News
A former garda, Sharon Mooney, has been awarded over €458,000 by the High Court after a brutal prisoner assault in 2015 left her with life-altering injuries to…
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Pregnant Woman Targeted in Theft | Cork News
A woman who targeted a heavily pregnant woman—following her from a bank after she withdrew $11,000 for her baby’s care—was sentenced to nine months in jail…
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Abandoned Boats Blocking Waterford Harbors | Cork News
Abandoned boats cluttering Waterford’s piers and harbors are turning heads—and turning off tourists. Councillor Declan Barry demands a cleanup, calling it an…
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Missing Man in Cork City | Cork News
A man named Mr. Walsh went missing in Cork City around 6 PM Friday, last seen wearing green shorts, a green t-shirt, and grey sneakers—details that could help…
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Aughinish Alumina in Limbo | Cork News
Limerick mayor John Moran is sounding the alarm over the Aughinish Alumina plant, where workers are stuck in uncertainty as a critical government report…
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Burnham and Martin Forge New UK-Ireland Path | Cork News
Andy Burnham’s first call with Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin signals a bold new chapter for UK-Ireland relations, as the new PM vows sweeping political and…
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France Favorites But Spain’s Defense Threatens | Cork News
France looks like the World Cup favorite heading into the final four, but don’t sleep on Spain’s stingy defense or England’s firepower against Argentina’s…
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Breatnach’s Conviction Finally Overturned | Cork News
After 47 years, Osgur Breatnach, 75, has finally been exonerated for the 1976 Sallins train robbery — a case that wrongly convicted him and led to 12 years in…
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Ireland Blocks Polymarket Over Gambling Concerns | Cork News
Polymarket just blocked Irish users after Ireland’s gambling regulator declared it unlicensed gambling — and warned all online betting platforms must be…
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Court Reduces Stingu’s Sentence | Cork News
A man named Mihail Stingu got a dramatic sentencing reversal after the Court of Appeal slashed his 14-year burglary sentence to 10 years and 9 months — with 6…
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N28 Closed This Weekend Near Cork | Cork News
Road closures are coming to Cork this weekend — the N28 between Rochestown and Carr’s Hill shuts down Friday night at 8 PM and stays closed until Monday…
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Tommen’s New Rom-Com Drama | Cork News
Fresh faces, big dreams, and a steamy Irish romance are heating up the screen with “The Boys of Tommen.” Amy Huberman, Eoin Macken, and Róisín Gallagher star…
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Cork Council Homes Stuck Empty | Cork News
Cork’s empty council homes hit a worrying new high—359 vacant properties after a 17-home surge in 13 months—with the average home sitting unused for 32 weeks…
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Orchard Court Dumping Crisis | Cork News
Blackpool’s Orchard Court has turned into a dumping ground, with trash, furniture, and even mattresses piling up by the river — a daily problem locals and…
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Rathcoole Air Ambulance Goes 24/7 | Cork News
Rathcoole’s air ambulance is set to go 24/7 thanks to a runway expansion that’s now cleared after a key objection was withdrawn — unlocking vital night-landing…
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Yves Sakila’s Body to Be Repatriated | Cork News
A GoFundMe has launched to bring Yves Sakila’s body home to the Democratic Republic of Congo after his tragic death in a Dublin store. Detained for allegedly…
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Supreme Court Ends Bonney Appeal | Cork News
The Supreme Court has slammed the door shut on Jason Bonney’s last-ditch appeal — the getaway driver convicted in the 2016 Regency Hotel massacre that ignited…
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Wildfire Reignites on Slievenamon | Cork News
Wildfire surges back on Slievenamon in County Tipperary after a brief reprieve—flames reignited this morning despite earlier containment. Fire crews from…
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Stabbing Reported During Tramore Mass | Cork News
A shocking stabbing occurred during a Mass at Holy Cross Church in Tramore, Waterford, when a woman in her fifties was allegedly attacked on the altar…
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Breatnach’s Conviction Finally Quashed | Cork News
After 50 years, justice finally catches up for Osgur Breatnach, wrongfully convicted in 1978 for the infamous Sallins train robbery — a heist that stole…
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E-Scooter Safety Laws Hit 18 | Cork News
E-scooter chaos is hitting kids hard — one to two children injured daily this summer, mostly with head trauma and ICU trips. The government’s cracking down…
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Drunk Driving Crisis Hits New Heights | Cork News
Drunk driving is back in the spotlight with Ireland’s 2025 Medical Bureau report revealing jaw-dropping stats: one driver got caught six times in a year, the…
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Ryder Cup 2027 Luxury Cruise Experience | Cork News
For the 2027 Ryder Cup, fans can book a luxury cruise experience on the Oceania Marina, docked at Foynes Port, hosting up to 1,230 guests. Priced at €8,800 per…
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Dáithí’s Heart Transplant and Legacy | Cork News
After a grueling 5-year wait, nine-year-old Dáithí Mac Gabhann has received a life-saving heart transplant — a triumph made possible by his family’s relentless…
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Garda Arrest Photo Sparks Civil Liberties Concerns | Cork News
Irish police sparked controversy by posting a graphic photo of men arrested on the ground—some barefoot, under flashing headlights—with no public appeal for…
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Garda Photo Sparks Civil Liberties Probe | Cork News
A viral photo of barefoot arrestees being humiliated by Gardaí sparked outrage from the Irish Council of Civil Liberties, who demanded answers on why the image…
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Repak Resource Awards 2024 Deep Dive | Cork News
Ireland’s biggest environmental celebration is back — the Repak Resource Awards spotlight innovators driving the circular economy, from waste prevention to…
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Garda Officers Assaulted in Dublin | Cork News
Two Garda officers were assaulted in Dublin City Centre early Monday morning, sustaining only minor injuries. A man in his thirties has been arrested and…
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Irish Activist Held in German Show Trial | Cork News
An Irish activist, Daniel Tatlow-Duvally, faces trial in Germany for allegedly damaging an Israeli-owned arms factory—charges that don’t involve threats to…
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Firefighters Battle Blaze on Slievenamon | Cork News
A massive wildfire rages on Slievenamon mountain in County Tipperary, forcing firefighters to retreat from the summit for safety and focus on protecting homes…
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Bantry’s Cultural Revolution | Cork News
Bantry is poised to become Ireland’s next cultural powerhouse with West Cork Music’s visionary plan to build a world-class cultural center, uniting three…
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Should Schools Sing the National Anthem | Cork News
Should schools sing Ireland’s national anthem? The debate is heating up—with some pushing for it to be a mandatory part of the curriculum to foster civic…
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Fire on Slievenamon Under Control | Cork News
A fierce fire on Slievenamon, sparked by dry gorse and now raging through an oak plantation, has crews working tirelessly to contain it—thanks to fire breaks…
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Israel Builds Gaza Barrier Fast | Cork News
Israel is rapidly constructing a 14-mile earth barrier through Gaza, slicing through Palestinian communities and solidifying a de facto border along the…
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Chris Bryant Takes Helm in Northern Ireland | Cork News
Chris Bryant is set to take over as Northern Ireland Secretary in a major cabinet reshuffle led by Prime Minister Andy Burnham, stepping into the role from…
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Remembering DJ Mark O'Brien Beanzy | Cork News
Tragic news from the Cork electronic music scene: DJ Mark O’Brien, aka Beanzy, died unexpectedly at the Love is a Stranger festival, found unresponsive in his…
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E-Scooter Seizures Surge in Cork | Cork News
E-scooters in Cork are causing major concern as authorities seize 31 in just three months—matching the total from the entire previous year. With seizures…
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Cork Marathon Raises Record Funds | Cork News
This year’s Cork City Marathon shattered records, raising over €484,000 for Irish charities—a 57% surge from last year—with heartfelt tributes to Ellen…
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Anonymity or Accountability in Omagh Inquiry | Cork News
The Omagh bombing inquiry is locked in a high-stakes legal battle over whether former police officers should testify anonymously, as families demand…
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E-Scooters Fuel Prices and Road Safety | Cork News
Government eyes e-scooter ban for under-18s as safety debate heats up, while fuel prices may spike due to Iran tensions. Limerick’s Aughinish alumina export to…
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Marriage Interviews Cut to Six Months | Cork News
Marriage of convenience interviews in Cork and Kerry are now moving at lightning speed—wait times slashed to just six months after a major backlog crisis…
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Ireland’s Crackdown on Human Trafficking | Cork News
Ireland joined 59 countries in Operation Global Chain to dismantle human trafficking networks, with Irish gardaí inspecting 16 brothels in Cork and Limerick…
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Garda E-Bike Pilot Stalls | Cork News
Ireland’s police force, the Gardaí, launched a small e-bike pilot three years ago with just six bikes in Dublin, hoping to boost patrols and visibility. But…
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New Plan Targets Homelessness with Domestic Violence Support | Cork News
The government’s bold new homelessness plan zeroes in on domestic violence survivors, offering critical support to help them stay safely in their homes — not…
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E-Scooter Crackdown Hits Hard | Cork News
E-scooters are facing a major crackdown as the government prepares to raise the legal riding age to 18, mandate helmets and high-vis gear, and classify them as…
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RTÉ’s Biggest Drama Year Yet | Cork News
RTÉ is unleashing its biggest-ever Irish drama lineup in 2026, with 160 hours of original content — a 14% jump from last year — fueling hundreds of jobs and…
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Strait of Hormuz Crisis Escalates | Cork News
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are exploding as a tanker was attacked, forcing crew abandonment, amid the U.S.’s tenth night of airstrikes against Iran. With…
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Character References Now Under Oath | Cork News
A landmark law now demands character references in serious criminal cases be sworn under oath, ending a loophole that allowed unverified testimony. This…
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CCTV Cameras to Stop Illegal Dumping | Cork News
Illegal dumping is turning Orchard Court in Cork City into a dumping ground, with trash bags, couches, mattresses, and shopping carts regularly appearing near…
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Overcrowded Jails Demand Better Bail Solutions | Cork News
Irish jails are bursting at the seams, with remand prisoners—those awaiting trial or sentencing—soaring by 46% in just ten years. The Irish Penal Reform Trust…
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Carlow College Closure Sparks Outcry | Cork News
Carlow College, with a 244-year legacy, is set to shutter in 2028, displacing 86 staff and leaving students scrambling — despite rumors of a merger with SETU…
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Belfast Hosts Historic Fleadh Cheoil | Cork News
Belfast is set to roar with culture as Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann makes its historic debut in the city next month, drawing an expected 800,000 visitors for a…
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Three Arrested in Duncairn Parade Assault | Cork News
Three men arrested in north Belfast after police responded to a serious assault call in Duncairn Parade, with charges now looming of attempted murder as…
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Tate Brothers Face UK Extradition | Cork News
Andrew and Tristan Tate face extradition to the UK on grave charges including rape, sex trafficking, and child exploitation, with their lawyer Joe McBride…
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Life Sentence, Home Country, Legal Battle | Cork News
A man serving life for a 2002 hotel theft murder is fighting to return to Portugal, where murder carries a fixed 25-year sentence—potentially freeing him by…
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US Troops Killed as Iran Tensions Escalate | Cork News
Three American service members killed in recent strikes in Jordan and Iraq have triggered a fierce response from former President Trump, who vows Iran will pay…
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Joshua Kerry Charged in Widdecombe Murder | Cork News
A 28-year-old man from Rotherham, Joshua Kerry, faces murder charges over the death of prominent Reform UK figure Ann Widdecombe, found dead at 78 in…
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Kevin Keegan: A Football Legend Remembered | Cork News
Legendary football icon Kevin Keegan has died at 75, surrounded by loved ones, after a courageous battle with stage four cancer. A two-time European Footballer…
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Spain's World Cup Triumph and Tragedy | Cork News
Spain’s men’s football team just won the World Cup, defeating Argentina 1-0 in a historic triumph—their second ever title, the first back in 2010. The squad is…
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Murder of Ann Widdecombe Under Investigation | Cork News
A shocking twist in a high-profile murder case: 28-year-old Joshua Kerry, from Rotherham, has been charged with killing Ann Widdecombe, the 78-year-old Reform…