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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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Clonakilty’s Flax Revival on Nationwide | Cork News
In Clonakilty, a quiet town in West Cork, a flax revival is taking root — not just as a nostalgic hobby, but as a full-blown community movement poised to go…
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Rural Roads Kill Most Irish Drivers | Cork News
Ireland’s rural roads are killing 85% of all drivers—here’s how to stay alive: slow down, don’t overtake tractors recklessly (risking €160 + 3 points), avoid…
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Stroke Survivor’s Powerful Recovery | Cork News
Retired politician Christy O’Sullivan’s life was turned upside down by a stroke—but his wife’s quick action and a heroic ambulance crew saved him. What…
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Ombudsman Report Reveals Surge in Complaints | Cork News
Complaints hit a 30-year high as the Ombudsman reveals 5,297 cases in 2025 — up 11% — covering everything from housing and welfare to hospitals and colleges. A…
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Skibbereen Car Park Flood Repair | Cork News
Skibbereen’s cathedral car park is shut for six weeks as flood relief work stabilizes the riverbank — a necessary but disruptive fix that’s impacting locals…
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Diver Rescued Near Lusitania Wreck | Cork News
A diver got into serious trouble near the historic Lusitania wreck off Ireland’s coast, prompting a dramatic rescue involving the Irish Coast Guard helicopter…
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Martin Leahy's Housing Justice Fight | Cork News
Martin Leahy, the Cork activist who camped outside Leinster House for 200 weeks demanding housing justice, has been honored with the Labour Youth Jim Kemmy…
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Warm Spell Ends This Weekend | Cork News
Hold onto your hats—this warm spell is here to stay through the week, with sunny skies and temps hitting 25°C across most of the country, thanks to a stubborn…
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Ryanair’s Profit Plunge Amid Fuel Crisis | Cork News
Ryanair’s latest earnings drop hard—profits fell 34% to €538 million as soaring jet fuel prices, fueled by Middle East tensions and Strait of Hormuz…
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Car Driven at Crowd in Skerries | Cork News
A wild brawl erupted in Skerries, north Dublin, Saturday night, turning chaotic when a car was driven into a crowd of youths—leaving four injured, including…
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Stab Wounds Surge as Trafficking Exposed | Cork News
Hospital admissions for stab wounds have surged 27%, hitting a 15-year high across the Republic, while a disturbing trafficking ring is exploiting vulnerable…
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Teenagers Injured in Skerries Car Incident | Cork News
Teenagers Injured in Skerries Car Incident | Cork News
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Brazilian Women Trafficked to Ireland | Cork News
Young women from Brazil and other Latin American nations are being lured online with false promises of a better life, only to be trafficked to Ireland for…
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Air Fryer Safety You Can’t Ignore | Cork News
Air fryers are a kitchen staple—but are you using them safely? The CCPC is sounding the alarm after discovering most daily users aren’t cleaning their…
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Cork Housing Plan Faces Historic Hurdles | Cork News
Cork’s biggest housing project yet—100+ new homes on the historic site of Ireland’s first Turkish baths—is facing a major showdown. Approved by city council…
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Cork’s Heat Hotspots Demand Action | Cork News
Cork’s heatwave revealed shocking 15°C temperature gaps between industrial zones and cooler neighborhoods, sparking urgent calls for city action. Health groups…
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AI Skills Drive European Innovation | Cork News
EU executive Roxana Mînzatu visited Munster Technological University to spotlight how AI and digital innovation can supercharge Europe’s economy — but only if…
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Summer Road Trips with Kids | Cork News
Summer road trips with kids? Think apocalypse prep: pack snacks, tablets, games, and enough food to survive a siege. The real adventure isn’t the…
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Bessborough Land Debate Heats Up | Cork News
Thousands gathered in Cork to protest apartment plans on the haunting grounds of the former Bessborough mother and baby home, demanding the government buy the…
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E-Scooter Ban Gains Political Momentum | Cork News
The Irish government is seriously considering a full ban on e-scooters after the Taoiseach and Garda Commissioner voiced support, citing safety concerns…
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Ukrainian Refugees Face Housing Transition | Cork News
Ukraine refugees in Irish hotels and convention centers face a major shift: the government is ending commercial contracts by March, starting October, affecting…
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Housing Rules Shift for Big Cities | Cork News
Government eyes major housing rules overhaul, slashing affordable housing mandates in big cities and boosting private development to speed up home delivery…
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Compliance Costs Stifle Tech Innovation | Cork News
Tech giants are drowning in compliance costs, with seven percent of their EU revenue spent just navigating confusing, overlapping rules — a drag on innovation…
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Air Fryers Safe But Use Them Right | Cork News
Air fryers are booming—but safety isn’t automatic. The CCPC tested dozens of models and found they all meet safety standards, but misuse is still a risk…
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Spain Claims Second World Cup with Torres Heroics | Cork News
Spain shocks the world by defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time to claim their second men’s World Cup title, with substitute Ferran Torres delivering the…
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Kimi Antonelli Extends Championship Lead | Cork News
Kimi Antonelli’s sixth win of the season at the Belgian Grand Prix puts him 50 points clear of George Russell, who had a disastrous race—crashing out on lap…
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Fight and Car Incident in Skerries | Cork News
A wild brawl erupted Saturday night in Skerries, North County Dublin, turning violent when a car was driven at participants—leaving four injured, including…
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Ryan Fox Claims First Major at The Open | Cork News
Ryan Fox, 39, from New Zealand, stunned the golf world by winning his first major title at The Open with a clutch birdie on the final hole, edging out Cameron…
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England's Heartbreak and Healing | Cork News
England’s World Cup dreams ended in agony as they lost to Argentina 2-1 in a heartbreakingly close final, just five minutes away from glory — their best finish…
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E-Scooter Ban on the Horizon | Cork News
E-scooters are sparking a national safety crisis in Ireland as government officials prepare to decide their future—potentially including a ban. With retailers…
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Contepomi Walks Out Over Post-Match Noise | Cork News
Argentina’s rugby team lost a nail-biting match to England, 31-24, but the real firestorm erupted after the final whistle. Pumas coach Felipe Contepomi stormed…
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Shooting in Limerick Leaves Man Injured | Cork News
Shooting in Limerick Leaves Man Injured | Cork News
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Donegal Corruption Report Still Hidden | Cork News
A damning 2017 report on alleged planning corruption in Donegal remains sealed for nine years—despite being completed nearly a decade ago. Officials fear…
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Varadkar’s FIFA Half-Time Push Backlash | Cork News
Former Irish PM Leo Varadkar’s enthusiastic tweet about the record-breaking FIFA World Cup half-time show — featuring mega-stars like Shakira, BTS, and Justin…
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Owen Wilson’s Courtroom Chaos | Cork News
Owen Wilson, 48, from Manchester, is causing a courtroom meltdown in Cork, Ireland, claiming he’s the victim of a massive racial harassment case while facing…
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Cork Roads Melting Under Heat | Cork News
Cork’s roads are literally melting under record heat, with asphalt turning into goo at 50°C—dangerous, slippery, and requiring emergency gritting. The county…
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New Langur Born at Fota Wildlife Park | Cork News
A new baby François’ langur has arrived at Fota Wildlife Park in Cork, marking a major conservation win as part of a global breeding effort to save this…
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E-Scooter Ban or Better Enforcement | Cork News
E-scooter chaos heats up as Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly leans toward a full ban, but Green Party’s Oliver Moran calls it a cop-out—arguing for smarter…
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Limerick Surge Ahead in Thriller | Cork News
Limerick surged ahead 13-8 at halftime, capitalizing on strong early performances from Cian Lynch and Aaron Gillane, while Galway’s Aaron Niland kept them in…
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Ireland Targets Prediction Markets | Cork News
Ireland’s gambling watchdog is cracking down hard on prediction markets, declaring them illegal gambling and forcing major platforms to block Irish users—or…
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Fast E-Scooters Pulled for Kids Safety | Cork News
Major online retailers including Amazon Ireland, Decathlon, and AliExpress are removing e-scooters that exceed 20 km/h amid growing pressure from lawmakers and…
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Scrambler Chaos in West Belfast | Cork News
West Belfast erupted in chaos over the weekend as hundreds of teens rode scrambler and e-bikes recklessly, hurling objects at police and smashing 11…
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Skerries Night of Chaos and Injury | Cork News
A wild night in Skerries, north Co Dublin, ended with a car ramming into youths after a brawl broke out—three teens hospitalized, two women and one man, all…
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Water Outage in Blarney Area | Cork News
Water main burst in Blarney leaves Cluain Ard and nearby areas without pressure—tankers are on standby, bring your own containers and boil water before…
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Blackwater Fish Kill Mystery Solved by Protocol | Cork News
A mysterious fish kill wiped out 41,000 salmon and trout in Cork’s River Blackwater last year, with no clear cause found despite a 42,000 euro investigation…
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Million Euro Boost for West Cork Islands | Cork News
Big investment is hitting Ireland’s West Cork islands—with over €1.1 million earmarked for vital upgrades across Bere, Sherkin, Dursey, and more. Cork County…
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Boys of Tommen Cast Revealed | Cork News
Amazon’s new rom-drama “Boys of Tommen” is heating up with major casting news—Amy Huberman, Eoin Macken, and Róisín Gallagher join the Core 10 cast, alongside…
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Tragedy at Love is a Stranger Festival | Cork News
Tragedy struck at the Love is a Stranger Festival in Cork, where a man in his 40s was found unresponsive in his tent and later died despite emergency efforts…
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Tragedy at Love is a Stranger Festival | Cork News
Tragedy at Love is a Stranger Festival | Cork News
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Marriage Interviews in Cork and Kerry | Cork News
Marriage interviews in Cork and Kerry are finally moving faster thanks to the HSE’s recent review, slashing wait times from up to 18 months to just six…
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Arson Attack in Armagh Leaves Car and House Destroyed | Cork News
Armagh police are investigating a brutal arson attack in Mullacreevie Green that ripped through a home and car in the early hours of Sunday morning—thanks to…
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Melting Roads in Cork Heatwave | Cork News
Cork’s roads are melting in the heat — temperatures hitting 51°C are turning standard tarmac into slippery, dangerous sludge. While Cork City Council avoids…
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Haircuts That Heal Beyond the Cut | Cork News
For over eleven years, Trevor, a volunteer hairdresser, has given free haircuts to homeless people, inspired by Ireland’s same-sex marriage referendum and…
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Tuchel’s Truth After World Cup Heartbreak | Cork News
England’s World Cup dreams ended in heartbreak against Argentina, but the squad bounced back with a stunning bronze-medal win over France — their best finish…
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Belfast Hosts Historic Fleadh Cheoil | Cork News
Belfast is set to roar with culture as it hosts the world’s largest traditional Irish music festival, Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, for the first time ever in…
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Ladies Day Glam & Community Love | Cork News
Cork Racecourse lit up Friday night with style, speed, and heart as the Summer Racing Series kicked off in dazzling fashion. Mary Woulfe stunned in a Vinted…
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Thomas Keogh's Long Road to Recovery | Cork News
A 13-year-old boy, Thomas Crean Keogh, remains on life support after a devastating e-bike accident, having endured three major surgeries and months of…
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Duplexes: Smart Entry Into Homeownership | Cork News
Dreaming of homeownership without the full-time hassle? Duplexes are your golden ticket—think cozy living downstairs, private bedrooms upstairs, perfect for…
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England Stuns Argentina in Thriller | Cork News
England edged out Argentina in a heart-pounding 31-24 thriller, thanks to Immanuel Feyi-Waboso’s stunning solo try in the 69th minute that sealed the win…
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Galway’s Redemption Bid Against Limerick | Cork News
Jason Flynn reflects on Galway’s journey from 2018’s heartbreaking All-Ireland final loss to Limerick to their current resurgence, crediting manager Micheál…