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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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Leinster House Bids for Pest Control | Cork News
Leinster House is splashing up to €200,000 over three years to battle a full-scale pest invasion — rats, flies, bees, cockroaches, and more — in its halls…
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Cork Hospital Pioneers Allergy Treatment | Cork News
Cork University Hospital is revolutionizing food allergy treatment for kids with oral immunotherapy at the Seahorse day unit, helping children build tolerance…
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Cork Buses Get New Tech, Higher Fares | Cork News
Cork’s bus riders get faster boarding and unlimited 90-minute transfers starting July 20th — but with a catch: adult fares jump to $1.70, cash fares hit $2.40…
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Cú Chulainn Opera Drops in Cork | Cork News
Get ready for an epic new opera: “Cú Chulainn” is coming to The Everyman in Cork on August 13th, bringing Irish mythology to life with a powerhouse cast and…
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DUP Leader Convicted of 18 Sex Offenses | Cork News
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has been convicted of 18 sex offenses, including rape, against two girls as children — crimes he allegedly concealed for…
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Murder, Heat, and Global Tensions | Cork News
A chilling murder investigation unfolds in Killarney as authorities hunt for the suspect in the killing of American woman Jamey Carney, who vanished before her…
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First-Time Drug Users Get Health Support | Cork News
Starting September 2026, Ireland launches a groundbreaking national scheme targeting first-time drug users for personal use—offering them a path to health…
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Motorcyclist Injured in Carlow Crash | Cork News
A shocking early morning collision in Carlow leaves a motorcyclist critically injured after being struck by a stolen Ford Ranger that fled the scene. The…
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Irish Man Sentenced for Murder in Hungary | Cork News
An Irish man has been sentenced to 14 years in prison by a Hungarian court for the brutal murder of 31-year-old American nurse Mackenzie Elizabeth Michalski…
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DUP Launches Review of Donaldson's Conduct | Cork News
The DUP has launched a sweeping, independent review into former leader Jeffrey Donaldson’s decades-long abuse of power, led by ex-police chief Jim Gamble…
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Alex Hotel Construction Resumes | Cork News
The Alex Hotel in Dublin is back at it—construction has resumed on their extension after a heated legal battle with neighbors who complained of noise…
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Bonfire Display Sparks Outrage | Cork News
A controversial bonfire display in Moygashel, Northern Ireland, featuring a replica mosque and anti-immigration signs has sparked outrage and led to an arrest…
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Cork Bus Transfers Just Got Smarter | Cork News
Cork’s bus riders are in for a major upgrade starting July 20th—unlimited transfers for 90 minutes for just $1.70, thanks to new ticket validators that let you…
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RTÉ Director General Defends Sean Rocks Classification | Cork News
RTÉ’s director general Kevin Bakhurst has firmly defended the classification of late presenter Sean Rocks, stating he was correctly categorized as a contractor…
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Ireland Updates Espionage Laws | Cork News
Ireland’s government is moving to modernize its outdated espionage laws after the country’s top security watchdog, George Birmingham, issued a strong call for…
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Supreme Court to Rule on Survivors' Payment Scheme | Cork News
The Supreme Court is set to rule on a landmark case that could reshape Ireland’s Mother and Baby Institutions Payment Scheme, after the High Court found the…
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Cork’s St Patrick’s Street Gets Green | Cork News
Cork City Council is transforming St. Patrick’s Street with a new green pilot project—planters are being installed along the footpaths, ready to bloom with…
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Cork’s Street Feast Builds Community | Cork News
Cork County erupted with community spirit as nearly 7,000 people flooded the streets for Street Feast, with 75 neighborhood parties celebrating connection…
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Skibbereen Notice Board at Breaking Point | Cork News
The Skibbereen Notice Board, a beloved Facebook group with 23,000 members, faces closure as volunteer admins battle relentless online abuse and accusations of…
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Ireland's Alumina Exports Under Scrutiny | Cork News
Ireland’s Aughinish Alumina export probe is nearing its climax, with a final report set to reach the Enterprise Minister within ten days—raising urgent…
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Heatwave Warning Across Ireland | Cork News
A scorching heatwave is gripping Ireland, with temperatures soaring past 27°C and nights staying warm above 15°C — potentially lasting into next week, even…
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Tragic Loss of Irish Couple in Spain | Cork News
Two heart-wrenching funerals in Mullingar, Ireland, honored Michaela Newcombe and Mark McCullagh-Crichton, a devoted couple and Mark’s sister-in-law Amy, who…
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Cork Bus Fares Rise Amid New System | Cork News
Cork’s bus fares are skyrocketing starting Monday, July 20th, sparking outrage as adult tickets jump to €1.70 — a steep hike from €1.35 or €1.55 — while a new…
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Cork’s Bike Library Lets You Test Ride E-Bikes | Cork News
Cork’s got a new bike revolution—no cap, no credit check, just pedal-powered potential. The City Council’s Bike Library Scheme lets you borrow an e-bike for…
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Councillors Demand Better Water Updates | Cork News
West Cork councillors are slamming Uisce Éireann for its chaotic, unreliable communication during water crises—leaving officials scrambling to answer residents…
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Survivors Demand Voice at Bessborough Site | Cork News
Survivors of the Bessborough mother and baby institution are demanding a major role in deciding the future of the Cork site after a private developer was…
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Ireland Pushes for Stronger Domestic Abuse Protections | Cork News
Ireland’s Oireachtas committee is demanding urgent reforms to how domestic abuse cases are handled, especially involving police officers. Any garda accused of…
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Amber Missing Heatwave and Cork Updates | Cork News
Amber’s missing, Cork’s sweltering with a heatwave warning, a Garda was dragged 80 meters by a stolen car, no new bus routes this year, and apartments approved…
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Kielty’s Pay Cap and RTÉ’s Future | Cork News
RTÉ’s director general Kevin Bakhurst confirmed Patrick Kielty’s salary is capped at €250,000 — matching Bakhurst’s 2023 pledge that no RTÉ employee earns more…
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Dublin Man Gets 14-Year Sentence in Hungary | Cork News
A Dublin man just received a 14-year sentence in Hungary for the murder of American woman McKenzie Michalski — a case that spiraled from a one-night stand into…
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Prison Inspectors vs Security Escorts | Cork News
A bitter standoff erupts between Ireland’s Prison Service and the Inspector of Prisons, as prison officers now escort inspectors during visits—a move the…
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RTÉ’s Cost Strategy and Quality Focus | Cork News
RTÉ’s director-general Kevin Bakhurst reveals the broadcaster is tightening its finances while prioritizing quality over cheap production, even as some…
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West Cork’s Derelict Sites Revival | Cork News
Cork County Council is making serious strides against derelict buildings in West Cork, adding 36 more properties to the Derelict Sites Register—with Schull…
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RTÉ’s Cost Tightening and AI Reality | Cork News
RTÉ’s director-general Kevin Bakhurst revealed that while the broadcaster is cutting costs and reversing deficits, some outsourced productions are actually…
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Aughinish Alumina's Russian Link | Cork News
Ireland’s biggest alumina refinery, owned by a Russian company, is under fire after reports suggest its product is being shipped to Russia and converted into…
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Cork Libraries' 5-Year Vision | Cork News
Cork County Council just unveiled a bold five-year blueprint for its libraries, setting the stage for transformative change from 2026 to 2030. Shaped by input…
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SunSmart Tips to Prevent Skin Cancer | Cork News
Sun’s out, stay safe: Ireland’s HSE warns that skin cancer — the most common cancer here — is on the rise, with cases expected to jump dramatically in the next…
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Ambulances Lost on Wrong Routes | Cork News
Ambulance crews are facing life-threatening delays as faulty sat-nav systems send them to wrong addresses—sometimes across rivers, down dead-end roads, or into…
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Louth Fans Flood Back to Glory | Cork News
Louth fans are electric with Christmas-week excitement as their team heads to their first All-Ireland semi-final in 69 years, facing Mayo at Croke Park — with…
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Tragedy in Mullingar: Three Lives Lost | Cork News
Three young lives from Mullingar, Ireland — Michaela Newcombe, Mark McCullagh-Crichton, and Amy McCullagh — were tragically killed in a horrific car crash on…
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Murder in Kerry as Suspect Flees | Cork News
A woman in Killarney, Ireland, was found dead — now a murder investigation is underway as a suspect fled the country before authorities even arrived. The…
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Reservoirs Are Not Pools | Cork News
With the heatwave blazing on, ESB is sounding the alarm: don’t swim in their reservoirs like Poulaphouca or Inniscarra. These aren’t safe swimming spots — deep…
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Burnham Set to Lead Labour | Cork News
Andy Burnham is poised to become the next Labour Party leader after securing the sole nomination in a race that’s already over before it began. With key rival…
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Harry Solo Hospital Visit Amid Legal Setback | Cork News
Prince Harry makes a solo hospital visit in Birmingham amid shifting royal schedules, following private meetings at the Royal Hospital Chelsea — a move…
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Heatwave Warning Hits Twelve Counties | Cork News
A major heatwave is brewing across twelve counties, with temps soaring past 27°C during the day and staying above 15°C at night—potentially hitting the low 30s…
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Farage’s Clacton Stunt and the Bin Candidate | Cork News
Nigel Farage is staging a political comeback by pushing for a Clacton by-election as early as August 6th, despite parliamentary rules that would delay it by at…
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West Cork Weekly: Housing, Heroes, and History | Cork News
West Cork’s buzzing this week with big news: Bandon’s getting 500 new homes, a pub death under Garda investigation, and a teacher hailed as a hero for saving a…
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Platner Drops Out Amid Assault Accusations | Cork News
Maine’s Senate race just hit a major snag as Democratic challenger Graham Platner abruptly stepped down amid explosive sexual assault allegations, forcing the…
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Fire Engulfs Edinburgh’s Debenhams | Cork News
A major fire erupted on Princes Street in Edinburgh around 3 AM, engulfing the historic Debenhams building. Firefighters rushed to the scene with multiple…
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Trump’s Secret Plane Swap in UK | Cork News
Trump made a surprise UK pit stop en route from Turkey, switching to a brand-new Air Force One allegedly gifted by Qatar—complete with a social media flex and…
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Greenland Gambit and Troop Moves | Cork News
The President’s latest gambit ties U.S. troop deployments in Europe to a bold push for Greenland—despite it being Danish territory—creating confusion and…
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Iran Strikes Gulf Nations Amid Strait Tensions | Cork News
Iran escalates regional tensions with strikes on Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar, following earlier attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz—aimed at disrupting…
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Ukraine’s Drone Strikes Disrupt Russian Fuel | Cork News
Ukraine’s drone strikes are hitting Russian oil infrastructure hard, setting tankers ablaze in the Sea of Azov and sparking fuel shortages and rationing across…
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Bonnie Tyler Dies at 75 | Cork News
Iconic Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler, known for her soaring vocals and global hits like “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” has died at 75 in Portugal after a sudden…
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Trial of Daniel Hourigan for Michael Foley's Murder | Cork News
Daniel Hourigan stands trial for the brutal murder of 61-year-old Michael Foley, found dead in his Macroom home on Feb 6. Prosecutors claim the killing…
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PwC Fired Man for Working From India | Cork News
A PwC employee, Jasch Asher, was fired for working remotely from India without approval — and the Workplace Relations Commission sided with the firm, ruling…
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Bessborough Site Rezoned Amid Survivor Concerns | Cork News
New apartments are moving forward on the site of the old Bessborough mother and baby home in Cork, with the national planning commission approving 106…
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Bessborough Site Approved Despite Concerns | Cork News
The planning commission has approved 106 of the originally planned 140 apartments on the Bessborough mother and baby home site — a move that’s sparked outrage…
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Mosque Replica on Bonfire Pyre | Cork News
A mosque replica perched atop a bonfire in Co Tyrone, flanked by inflammatory signs like “Secure our borders” and “End the threat of radical Islam,” has…
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Cork’s Heatwave Warning | Cork News
Cork’s about to bake under a scorching heatwave—with temps soaring into the high 20s or low 30s, sticky tropical nights, and thunderstorms on the horizon. Met…