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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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Nolan's Odyssey and the Summer Blockbuster | Cork News
Christopher Nolan’s epic new film “The Odyssey” is set to drop next week, sparking massive hype with sold-out IMAX tickets and industry buzz. But here’s the…
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Wildfires, Nationalization Talks, and Legal Drama | Cork News
Wildfires rage across southern Spain, claiming at least twelve lives and devouring thousands of hectares, as firefighters battle fierce flames. In Ireland…
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Man Wanted in Connection to Jamey Carney's Death | Cork News
A shocking twist in the tragic death of Jamey Carney: authorities are now hunting 28-year-old Ahmad Al-Saqar, her partner, who vanished after leaving Ireland…
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Scorching Heat Warning Hits 10 Counties | Cork News
Heatwave alert across ten Irish counties — from Sunday afternoon to Monday morning — with temperatures soaring over 27°C and nights barely dipping below 15°C…
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EU probes Meta's design for teen harm | Cork News
The EU is sounding the alarm on Facebook and Instagram, accusing Meta of designing addictive features like infinite scroll and autoplay that harm young users —…
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The Unsolved Vanishing of Antoinette Smith | Cork News
A haunting 39-year-old mystery: Antoinette Smith, a young mother of two, vanished after a David Bowie concert at Slane Castle, last seen walking alone toward…
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Cork Man Accused of Attempting to Push Garda into River | Cork News
A 25-year-old man in Cork, Luca Pirani, is facing serious charges after allegedly attempting to push a plainclothes garda into the River Lee during a…
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Cork Councillors Demand Playground Upgrades | Cork News
Cork councillors are stepping up with a Roy Keane-style no-excuses push to fix crumbling playgrounds, demanding the council act now to ensure safe play spaces…
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Running for Darragh and Mental Health | Cork News
Tomás King took on a grueling 5K daily challenge for the entire month of June to honor his late brother Darragh and raise funds for Pieta House, a mental…
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Cork to Palma Direct Summer Launch | Cork News
Get ready for sun, sea, and sailing—starting May 18, 2027, TUI is launching a direct flight from Cork to Palma, Majorca, every Tuesday through August 31. This…
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Saving Water in the Heatwave | Cork News
With scorching heatwaves hitting, Uisce Éireann is urging everyone to save water—not just for comfort, but to protect vital supplies. Despite a wet winter…
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Graham Platner Exit Shakes Democratic Senate Bid | Cork News
Democrats’ hopes for flipping a key Senate seat in Maine just imploded after candidate Graham Platner, a once-popular progressive with a strong primary win…
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When Justice Fails, Advocacy Rises | Cork News
Simon Byrne, a childhood sexual abuse survivor, fought for justice after his abuser was deemed unfit to stand trial due to dementia — a devastating blow that…
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Trump’s Greenland Gambit Causes Anxiety | Cork News
A new study reveals one in four Greenlanders are suffering from sleep loss and anxiety—blamed on Donald Trump’s persistent claims of wanting to buy the island…
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Allegations Against Former Army Officer | Cork News
A former army officer, 2LT.B, stands trial at a Defence Forces Tribunal facing harrowing allegations of abuse against fifty-two teenage apprentices, including…
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Ireland's Blindfolded Cube Champion | Cork News
Twenty-one-year-old Kalin Doherty, Ireland’s top blindfolded Rubik’s Cube solver and national record holder, is jetting off to the Netherlands to compete in…
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Deloitte Paid €100M for Social Protection IT | Cork News
The Department of Social Protection has poured over 100 million euros into Deloitte over six years, with spending peaking in 2024, mostly on digital product…
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Witnesses Demand Real Support | Cork News
Survivors are demanding real trauma support—not just brochures—for witnesses testifying at the Defence Forces Tribunal, after a rape survivor received almost…
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Tribunal Costs Soar as Accountability Lags | Cork News
The Defence Forces Tribunal, probing decades of abuse from 1983 to 2024, is set to cost over 25 million euros by next year — with legal fees driving the bill…
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Irish Examiner’s Reader Photo Spotlight | Cork News
The Irish Examiner’s weekly reader photo feature is turning everyday shutterbugs into stars—curating top submissions each week to spotlight community talent…
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Ireland Leads EU Push for Child Safety Online | Cork News
Ireland, leading the EU Council, faces a pivotal moment to secure a permanent solution for detecting child sexual abuse material online—after a temporary fix…
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Limerick Tests Superblocks Amid Business Pushback | Cork News
Limerick’s mayor is rolling out temporary “superblocks” this summer to transform city streets into pedestrian-friendly zones, prioritizing local access over…
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40 Years Later: Antoinette Smith Case Reopens | Cork News
Forty years after Antoinette Smith vanished after a David Bowie concert, investigators are reigniting the hunt for her killer, urging anyone who was in…
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Ireland Reconsiders Migration Hubs | Cork News
Ireland may ditch controversial asylum “return hubs” as migration numbers plunge 37%—thanks to the EU’s new migration pact. With fewer irregular crossings…
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Capri-Sun Orange Zero Recall Alert | Cork News
Capri-Sun Orange Zero fans, pay attention: a major recall is underway for specific 10-pack multipacks of the 200ml size, mislabeled with “zero sugar” when they…
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She Claimed She Knew Nothing | Cork News
A woman on trial for allegedly cleaning up a crime scene claims she had no idea anything happened—she says she went to bed early and heard nothing. But…
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Sergeant Kennedy Testifies at Tribunal | Cork News
Sergeant Rena Kennedy, a veteran of military communications, is set to testify before the Defence Forces Tribunal next week — a rare and pivotal moment as one…
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Eight Women Dead in Ireland This Year | Cork News
Another American mother, Jamie Carney, was found dead in her Killarney home, marking Ireland’s eighth violent woman death this year — just days after Adina…
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Fish Kill Alert at Curraghalicky Lake | Cork News
Fish kills are hitting Cork and Kerry — including Curraghalicky Lake near Dunmanway — sparking a national investigation as Inland Fisheries Ireland teams up…
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Healthcare Worker Faces Sexual Assault Trial | Cork News
A healthcare worker faces trial for allegedly sexually assaulting a teenage patient at a Midlands hospital, denying the charges and claiming he treated her…
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Tragic Cyclist Fatality on R445 | Cork News
A tragic cyclist death on the R445 in County Kildare has shaken the community — the man, in his forties, was found dead around 12:30 PM Friday after a…
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Kitchen Porter’s Brutal Stabbing in Dublin | Cork News
A kitchen porter from Algeria, Adel Attal, has been sentenced to six and a half years for a savage stabbing on Dublin’s Rosie Hackett Bridge that nearly killed…
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Boy A’s Life Sentence Appeal Set | Cork News
Boy A’s appeal for a life sentence in the 2018 murder of 14-year-old Ana Kriegel is set for February 2027, following a landmark Supreme Court ruling that…
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Tragic Hit-and-Run on R445 | Cork News
A tragic hit-and-run in Co Kildare claims the life of a man in his forties after a collision with a cyclist on the R445 Dublin Road. The victim was pronounced…
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Boy A’s Life Sentence Appeal Set | Cork News
Boy A’s life sentence for the 2019 murder of Ana Kriegel is set for appeal in February 2027, following a landmark Supreme Court ruling that limits when such…
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Hospital Waitlists Keep Rising | Cork News
Hospital waiting lists keep climbing, hitting 1.08 million in June — up from a million in May — with most patients stuck waiting for their first specialist…
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Bail Battle Over Legal Aid Reform | Cork News
A 29-year-old woman, Ceiligh McCormack, was released on bail after her detention sparked a High Court showdown over Ireland’s controversial new legal aid…
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Legal Aid Crisis Leaves Accused Unrepresented | Cork News
A 29-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man are stuck in custody after being denied legal representation under Ireland’s new flat-fee legal aid system, sparking…
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Murder Trial at Waterford's Central Court | Cork News
A chilling murder trial unfolds in Waterford’s Central Criminal Court as Marcus ONeill, 35, stands accused of killing 47-year-old Gillian Curran, found dead at…
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Three Fish Kill Alerts in Cork and Kerry | Cork News
Fish kills and pollution alerts are unfolding across Cork and Kerry, with Inland Fisheries Ireland leading a multi-agency response. At Curraghalicky Lake near…
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Struck Without Counsel | Cork News
A 28-year-old Cork man with over sixty prior convictions chose to face sentencing for recent thefts—including petrol, vape, and beer—without legal…
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Survivor Speaks After Family Betrayal | Cork News
A man who survived a brutal murder conspiracy is breaking his silence, revealing the gut-wrenching betrayal that his daughter’s ex-boyfriend — someone he…
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Screwdriver Stabbing Case Moves Forward | Cork News
A woman allegedly stabbed in the arm with a screwdriver by her ex-partner is set to see justice unfold in court — but not without twists. The DPP has greenlit…
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Cork Drug Bust Hits Legal Dead End | Cork News
A massive 273kg cannabis bust in Cork—worth over half a million euros—has thrown a legal curveball, as the district court judge refused jurisdiction, sending…
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Teen With Machete Sentenced for Trespass | Cork News
A 19-year-old with a staggering 62 prior convictions, Thomas Ormonde, has been jailed for 2.5 years — with the last 6 months suspended — after breaking into a…
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Hourigan’s Alibi and the Detective’s Testimony | Cork News
A murder trial heats up as Daniel Hourigan, accused of killing Michael Foley, claims he didn’t premeditate the crime — even telling a detective, “Fintan, it…
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Heatwave Warning: 5 Days of Scorching Temperatures | Cork News
Heat’s building fast across the country, and it’s officially on the verge of becoming a heatwave—five straight days over 25°C. Twelve counties are under a…
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Barry Lysaght Finally Faces Charges After 20-Year Chase | Cork News
Barry Lysaght, who sparked a wild 2003 car chase in Dublin while intoxicated and addicted, is finally facing justice after 20 years on the run — he pleaded…
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Old Head Expands Luxury Golf Experience | Cork News
Old Head Golf Links is set to expand its luxury offerings with eight new guest rooms, transforming its clubhouse into an even more exclusive retreat for the…
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Cork Council Moves to Acquire Two Derelict Sites | Cork News
Cork City Council is moving ahead with compulsory purchases of two long-neglected derelict properties — Monerea House on Albert Road and a site at 8 Grange…
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OIT Blitz Expands Allergy Hope for Kids | Cork News
Cork University Hospital turned a Saturday into a life-changing day for 40 kids with food allergies, launching a major OIT treatment blitz that’s already…
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Midwives Removed From Limerick Vaginal Birth Clinic | Cork News
Midwives are being pulled from a vital Limerick clinic helping women attempt vaginal births after C-sections — despite the health minister insisting there’s no…
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Ireland’s District Heating Revolution | Cork News
Ireland is heating up its climate ambitions with district heating networks—smart, city-wide systems that use waste heat from data centers and factories to warm…
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Former Judge’s Rape Conviction Upheld | Cork News
A former judge convicted of decades-old sexual abuse has lost his appeal, sealing his four-year prison sentence. Gerard O’Brien, 61, was found guilty of…
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Cork Libraries: A Century of Community | Cork News
Cork’s libraries turn 100—and they’re still serving the community like never before. From Carnegie-funded roots to a modern county-wide network, this…
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Cork’s Water Crunch and How to Help | Cork News
Hot weather means big water demand—and Uisce Éireann’s warning: West and North Cork need to conserve. Reservoirs are draining faster than they can refill, so…
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Cork’s Water Crisis in the Heat | Cork News
Ireland’s water authority Uisce Éireann is urging residents in West and North Cork to conserve water as soaring temperatures spike demand—reservoirs are under…
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Garda Convicted on Child Cruelty Charges | Cork News
A suspended 48-year-old garda has been found not guilty of rape but convicted on four counts of child cruelty and assault against his two daughters, sparking a…
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Garda Acquitted of Rape, Guilty of Child Cruelty | Cork News
A garda, 48, acquitted of raping his wife but convicted of child cruelty against his two daughters, after a nine-hour jury deliberation. He faces four counts…
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Former Judge’s Rape Conviction Upheld | Cork News
Former judge Gerard OBrien’s bid to overturn his conviction for attempted rape and sexual abuse has been crushed by the Court of Appeal. Convicted in 2023 on…