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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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Two Men Face Rape Charges in Galway | Cork News
Two young men, 25 and 27, face serious rape and false imprisonment charges after an alleged attack at Ceannt Station in Galway on August 1st. Both were denied…
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Harry Styles Finds Freedom in the Moment | Cork News
Harry Styles opens up about stepping back from the spotlight, admitting he felt overwhelmed by expectations and disconnected from the world — until he realized…
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Trees in a Heatwave Crisis | Cork News
Trees are dropping leaves early—not a sign of fall, but a cry for help from extreme heat and drought. As summers blaze hotter and drier, species like the horse…
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Bailed National Museum Employee Accused of Semtex Possession | Cork News
A National Museum employee, Simon ODonovan, has been granted €40,000 bail after being charged with possessing a deadly Semtex device — capable of mass…
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Stolen BMW Chase Ends in Arrest | Cork News
At 2:30 AM in Cork, Gardaí intercepted a stolen BMW—stolen just hours earlier from Rochestown—that sped off after being pulled over, crashing into a patrol…
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Civil Servant Faces Espionage Charges | Cork News
A civil servant from Ukraine now living in Ireland faces four serious new charges after being caught at Dublin Airport with over five thousand euros and a…
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RSA Data Breaches Exposed | Cork News
The Road Safety Authority’s data security is in shambles—125 breaches in under two years exposed driver licenses with wrong photos, swapped PPS numbers, and…
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Civil Servant Accused of Leaking Secrets | Cork News
A civil servant in Ireland faces four new charges of leaking state secrets to a foreign power, after being arrested at Dublin Airport with cash and a one-way…
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Jung Chang’s Wild Swans Aftermath | Cork News
Jung Chang’s explosive new memoir, “Fly Wild Swans,” reveals the turbulent aftermath of her global smash hit “Wild Swans,” as she confronts fallout from her…
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Ali G Returns as a Dad | Cork News
Ali G is back—and this time, he’s expecting a baby. In the explosive new trailer for “Ali G: Who Iz I?”, Sacha Baron Cohen’s iconic character returns after a…
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Carbon Tax Pause Under Review | Cork News
Tánaiste Simon Harris is signaling a potential pause on October’s carbon tax hikes, with the government reviewing all options ahead of the budget and amid…
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Tragic Cyclist’s Identity Confirmed by DNA | Cork News
A 76-year-old cyclist, Johnny Monks, was fatally struck by a truck while returning home from a funeral in north Dublin, his identity confirmed only through DNA…
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Garda Security Prepares for US President | Cork News
The Garda Commissioner has declared the US President’s upcoming visit an “extraordinary event,” triggering a massive security operation from September 9th to…
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Kids Killed on Roads: A Growing Crisis | Cork News
Thirty-eight kids, some as young as toddlers, lost their lives on Irish roads between 2021 and 2025 — and nearly half were pedestrians. Shockingly, one in…
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BusConnects Cash vs Commuter Reality | Cork News
Cork’s BusConnects project is costing nearly 85 million euros since 2021, but progress is painfully slow—with key corridors years behind schedule and major…
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Matt Lapinskas and Karina Hind Expecting First Child | Cork News
Matt Lapinskas and wife Karina Hind are thrilled to announce their first child on the way — a “little miracle” and their “greatest role yet,” due in 2027. The…
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Three Teens Charged in Stolen BMW | Cork News
A stolen BMW pulled over near Ballinhassig in Cork led to three teens facing charges—two 14-year-olds with no prior record, granted strict bail conditions, and…
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Ukrainian Disabled Residents Face Forced Relocation | Cork News
Dozens of vulnerable Ukrainians with disabilities or medical needs are being forced out of state housing at Citywest, sparking protests as the government…
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Skyclarys Approved After Years of Struggle | Cork News
After seven hundred fifty days of agonizing wait, Ireland’s HSE has finally approved funding for Skyclarys — the first and only treatment that can slow…
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Family Grateful as Fundraiser Surpasses 800K | Cork News
A family of four—three sisters and their seven-year-old nephew—seriously injured in a devastating M9 crash are overwhelmed by public generosity, with their…
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Maura Twomey Swims History at 70 | Cork News
At 70, Maura Twomey shattered records and defied expectations by becoming the oldest person to conquer the Catalina Channel — not for glory, but to raise funds…
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Civil Servant Faces Serious New Charges | Cork News
A civil servant in Dublin, Yevgen McKeeffe — a Ukrainian-born Irish citizen with 24 years in the country — is facing escalating charges after being arrested at…
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Rents Soar Across Ireland | Cork News
Rent prices are surging nationwide, with Cork leading the charge—up nearly 12% in just three months. While the national rise slowed to 1.4% (down from a record…
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McDonald's Expands in Ireland with New Cork Drive-Thru | Cork News
McDonald’s is set to turbocharge its Irish presence with a brand-new drive-thru in Cork’s Fota Retail Park, part of a massive €150 million five-year plan to…
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Mosque Model on Bonfire Sparks Arrests | Cork News
Five men arrested in Tyrone over a July bonfire that featured a mosque model — police call it a hate display, part of an ongoing probe into public order…
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Dangerous Driving Crisis on Irish Motorways | Cork News
Five teens driving the wrong way on the M9 caused a deadly crash, sparking alarm as similar incidents hit the M50 and N3 — all potentially fueled by social…
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Wild Stolen Car Crash and Trump Visit | Cork News
A stolen car plowed head-on into a Garda patrol in West Cork—pure chaos. Meanwhile, the Garda Commissioner calls Trump’s visit an “extraordinary event,”…
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Tragedy on M9 Sparks Community Support | Cork News
A heartbreaking head-on collision on the M9 motorway claimed five lives, including teenagers who died in the crash — while three sisters, Ella, Niamh, and Alma…
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Dolly Parton’s Legacy Lives On | Cork News
Dolly Parton, the legendary country music icon who gifted us “9 to 5,” “I Will Always Love You,” and “Jolene,” has passed away at 80 — a loss felt across…
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Jamie Crowley Death: Prison Monitoring Failures | Cork News
A tragic inquest unfolds over the death of 27-year-old Jamie Crowley, found dead in Cork Prison after being hospitalized just days prior for dangerously low…
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Hotel Key Thief Caught in Naas | Cork News
A man pulled off a brazen car theft at the Osprey Hotel, snagging keys from the leisure center and driving off using the remote—only for police to track him…
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Tragic Death of Brazilian Immigrant in Ireland | Cork News
A Brazilian law graduate, Jady Cristine Pereira Rosa, 33, was found dead in her Limerick apartment — a violent end that has shocked her community and sparked…
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Lego Soars with New Sets and Nostalgia | Cork News
Lego’s profits surged 32% in the first half of 2026, fueled by a flood of new sets and blockbuster collaborations like FIFA and Pokémon that are reigniting…
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HSE Skyclarys Funding Decision Today | Cork News
The HSE is poised to make a high-stakes decision on whether to fund Skyclarys, a life-changing but astronomically expensive drug for Friedreich’s ataxia…
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Cherrywood’s Big Winter Sports Arena | Cork News
Cherrywood is set to transform with a jaw-dropping 8,000-seat winter sports arena featuring two Olympic-sized ice rinks—designed by global firm Populous and…
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Tesco Worker Fired for Baked Goods | Cork News
A Tesco worker in Naas, Ireland, lost his job after taking baked goods meant for free after 9 PM—grabbing them just before the cutoff. Though he claimed it was…
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Sam Maguire Brings Tears to Achill | Cork News
Thousands gathered on Achill Island as Mayo’s All-Ireland champions brought the Sam Maguire Cup across the Michael Davitt Bridge — a historic, tearful moment…
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Dublin Gardaí Recover 70+ Stolen Devices | Cork News
Dublin gardaí pulled off a major bust in the city center, seizing over seventy stolen electronics after a months-long investigation that began with a single…
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Men Want Change But Fear Seeking Help | Cork News
A new survey reveals that 73% of men in Ireland want to lose weight—but most aren’t turning to doctors for help. Cultural stigma, tied to pub culture, sports…
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Killarney’s Million-Euro EuroMillions Winner | Cork News
A million-euro EuroMillions windfall is brewing in Killarney after a Quick Pick ticket bought at Centra The Reeks on Tralee Road hit the jackpot—thanks to a…
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Dublin Cops Recover 36 Laptops 40 Phones | Cork News
Dublin cops pulled off a major bust on August 20th, seizing 36 laptops and 40 phones in the city center—stolen gear traced back to a Store Street business in…
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Dublin River Spill: Who’s Responsible | Cork News
A shocking diesel spill turned the River Liffey into a rainbow nightmare—first spotted near Dublin’s council offices, then spreading across the river as locals…
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Extend School Bus Driver Limits | Cork News
Senator Eileen Lynch is fighting to extend the driving age limit for school bus drivers from 70 to match the 72-year cap now allowed for smaller passenger…
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Masud Trial Postponed Amid New Evidence | Cork News
The trial of Abu Agila Masud, accused of building the bomb that destroyed Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie in 1988, has been unexpectedly postponed in…
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Cork’s Unsettled Weather Week Ahead | Cork News
Cork’s weather is turning wild this week—expect rain, thunderstorms, and chilly temps in the low twenties. Tuesday and Wednesday bring heavy downpours and…
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West Cork Housing Plan Shifts | Cork News
West Cork’s housing future just got a major boost as the County Development Plan gets updated, unlocking new land for homes and paving the way for upgrades in…
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GPs Hit Record Reimbursements Amid System Strain | Cork News
Record-breaking primary care reimbursements hit nearly $1 billion last year, with 14 GP practices each earning over $1 million — part of a $4.7 billion payout…
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Addiction Complexity on the Rise | Cork News
Addiction treatment is getting more complex—and more urgent—as new data reveals that 64% of patients at the Rutland Centre struggle with two or more…
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Skyclarys Decision: Ireland’s Rare Disease Crossroads | Cork News
A groundbreaking drug called Skyclarys could be the first to slow neurological damage in Friedreich’s ataxia, a rare genetic disorder affecting around 200…
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GLP-1s, Abuse, and Karl’s Comeback | Cork News
Karl Henry warns of a dangerous surge in GLP-1 drug abuse nationwide, as black-market access fuels unhealthy obsession with thinness — and he’s seen the…
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Budget, Strikes, Tragedy and Errors | Cork News
Ireland’s economy faces a warning as experts slam a bold budget plan that could fuel inflation, while legal delays from a solicitors’ strike hit grieving…
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Rain, Traffic & Unsettled Weather Ahead | Cork News
Rain’s rolling in from the south, drenching southern areas with heavy downpours today and Tuesday, temps hitting 21°C — drivers brace for slick roads on Carr’s…
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Electronic Monitoring Pilot Launches | Cork News
The Minister of Justice is launching a 12-month pilot program for electronic monitoring of select offenders, aiming to ease prison overcrowding while…
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Collins the Pragmatist Not Just the Fighter | Cork News
At the Michael Collins Commemoration, historian David McCullagh revealed a lesser-known side of the revolutionary leader: a pragmatic diplomat whose…
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New Crossings Boost Safety in Ballyvolane | Cork News
Cork City Council is rolling out two new pedestrian crossings in Ballyvolane to tackle safety concerns— one behind Dunnes Stores near Meadow Park, the other…
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Wrong Way on Motorway: Calls for Jail | Cork News
Five teens died and three others were critically injured in a horrific crash on the M9 when a car drove the wrong way at speeds over 120 km/h. Politicians are…
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Graeme Dott Convicted for Abuse | Cork News
Former snooker champion Graeme Dott has been convicted of sexually abusing children over decades, with victims coming forward to help secure justice. Police…
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Cork's Three Good Cause Legends Shine | Cork News
Three Cork organizations are national champions—named Good Cause Legends for 2026—for transforming communities with National Lottery funding. The Cape Clear…
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Budget Too Big Could Fuel Inflation | Cork News
The Fiscal Advisory Council is warning that the upcoming budget’s massive spending plan could dangerously fuel inflation, even as the economy thrives. They…
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Limerick Tragedy: Brazilian Woman Murdered | Cork News
A tragic murder-suicide in Limerick has shaken the community: Brazilian woman Jada Cristine Pereira Rosa, 33, was stabbed to death in her apartment, with her…