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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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Hospitals Spend Millions on Security | Cork News
Ireland’s top hospitals are spending hundreds of millions to secure their doors as violence and misconduct surge — with St. James’s leading the charge at…
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Bessborough Apartments and Healing | Cork News
A controversial plan to build 140 apartments on the site of Ireland’s infamous Bessborough mother and baby home—where 923 children died between 1922 and…
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Justice Minister Targets Drink Spiking | Cork News
The Justice Minister is cracking down on drink spiking, calling it a brutal crime that exploits the vulnerable and destroys lives — and yes, existing laws…
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VAT Cut for Hospitality and Hairdressing | Cork News
The government’s slashing VAT from 13.5% to 9% for hospitality and hairdressing to rescue struggling businesses—not to lower prices for you. Officials say it’s…
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Appeal Planned for McCullagh's Murder Sentence | Cork News
Stephen McCullagh, convicted of brutally murdering his pregnant partner Natalie McNally and her unborn son Dean, is preparing to appeal his life sentence with…
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Fake Livestream Murder Appeal | Cork News
Stephen McCullagh, convicted of brutally murdering his pregnant girlfriend Natalie McNally—whose unborn child also died in the attack—is appealing his 31-year…
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Doctor Pleads Guilty in Daughter's Death | Cork News
A doctor has pleaded guilty to careless driving after the crash that killed his six-year-old daughter on the M6, with the child passing away nine days later in…
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David Andrews: Irish Diplomat and Human Rights Champion | Cork News
Irish politics mourns the loss of David Andrews, a towering figure who served as a TD for nearly four decades and played a pivotal role in crafting the Good…
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Dublin’s Homelessness Crisis Deepens | Cork News
Dublin’s homelessness crisis is escalating, with a 12% surge in street sleepers to 136 people — a sobering snapshot of a system buckling under pressure. Led by…
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Training Day Turned Horror | Cork News
A former recruit shattered silence at a Defence Forces Tribunal, calling a 1991 training day a “day of horror” — comparing it to Full Metal Jacket’s brutal…
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Dublin Trial: Intent to Kill? | Cork News
In a gripping Dublin trial, 52-year-old Riad Bouchaker faces multiple serious charges after allegedly attacking two young girls and a boy on Parnell Square…
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Limerick Maternity Staff Protest Understaffing | Cork News
Maternity staff in Limerick are staging protests over severe understaffing at the hospital, with rosters running at just half capacity—putting moms and babies…
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Ireland Prepares for Historic EU Security Event | Cork News
Ireland is pulling out all the stops for the biggest security operation in its history, gearing up to host the European Commission’s College of Commissioners…
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Fuel Tax Relief Extended Until August | Cork News
Fuel tax breaks are being extended until August 31 to ease rising costs, with phased increases starting September 1—petrol, diesel, and other fuels will see…
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Defamation Case Settled Out of Court | Cork News
A defamation case brought by former Irish Planning Institute executive Orla Purcell against the Irish Examiner has been quietly settled, ending months of legal…
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Talbot Street Blaze Sparks Safety Demand | Cork News
A devastating arson attack on Talbot Street in Dublin has left a mosque and coffee shop in ruins, with no injuries but widespread shock across the community…
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Water Work Alert Southside Cork | Cork News
Southside Cork residents, brace yourselves—Uisce Éireann’s hitting Douglas Road, Woodview, Riverbank, and nearby zones with essential maintenance Wednesday…
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WhatsApp Username Privacy Update | Cork News
WhatsApp’s new username feature lets you chat without sharing your phone number, boosting privacy—but don’t get fooled: scammers can now mimic trusted…
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Genevieve Lyons the Lunatic Traveller | Cork News
Genevieve Lyons, the daring Irish actress of the 1950s, defied norms with her bold style and fearless travels, calling herself a “lunatic traveller” while…
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Garda Overpayments Reach 2.8M | Cork News
Ireland’s police force is facing a major payroll mess, with over four million euros mistakenly paid out over three years—mostly due to sick leave mishaps and…
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Ballygar’s Cash Comeback | Cork News
Cash is back in Ballygar after a two-year gap, thanks to a new ATM in the town square — a win for locals and businesses alike. Once the only bank branch and…
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Ireland Prepares for EU Presidency | Cork News
Ireland braces for its biggest security operation ever as it prepares to host the EU Presidency, with Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly warning that any…
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Tiny Library at CUMH Boosts Baby Bonding | Cork News
Cork University Maternity Hospital just launched a Tiny Little Library in its neonatal unit — a free collection of baby-friendly books designed to boost…
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Leinster House Wine Tender | Cork News
Ireland’s parliament is about to go all-in on its own wine brand, splashing four hundred thousand euros to keep the Dáil bar stocked for four years. Since…
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Fuel Prices Set to Rise After Excise Cuts | Cork News
Fuel prices are set to rise again as government excise cuts — which lowered petrol and diesel costs — are being phased out by end of 2026. A one-month…
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Cummins Sports Reborn in Cork | Cork News
Cummins Sports is staying put in Cork, thanks to a court-approved rescue plan that keeps its four flagship stores open and saves 48 jobs. After years of losses…
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Dennehy's Cross Post Office Future | Cork News
That old An Post building at Dennehy’s Cross has stood vacant for two decades, but its future might just hinge on Cork’s new BusConnects and Luas plans. Once…
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Cork Water Controversy Heads to Court | Cork News
Clear water isn’t always safe to drink, and Ireland’s water authority and health service are at odds over how to warn the public. Uisce Éireann says if water…
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Cork Passport Office Delayed Again | Cork News
Passport office delays in Cork just keep getting worse—what was promised for autumn 2026 is now likely pushed to late 2027, with construction, ICT, and…
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Four Convicted in Brutal Home Invasion | Cork News
Four people got three-year jail terms after a brutal home invasion in June 2025—where they assaulted and threatened a woman in her own apartment while…
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Crypto Casinos 2026 Tech Deep Dive | Cork News
In 2026, crypto gambling is heating up with platforms vying for your attention—but the real winners are those built on provably fair tech, transparent…
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Parents Still Share Kids Online | Cork News
Parents are still sharing kid photos online despite privacy fears, with new research revealing shocking links to child exploitation networks — a troubling…
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Dangerous Teeth Whitening Products Online | Cork News
Health authorities are warning about dangerous illegal teeth whitening products flooding online marketplaces, with some containing hydrogen peroxide levels up…
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Doctor Pleads Guilty in Daughter’s Death Crash | Cork News
A doctor, Babak Meshkat, 46, has pleaded guilty to careless driving after a crash on the M6 in County Westmeath that killed his six-year-old daughter, Hana…
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Jury to Decide Fate in Shocking Trial | Cork News
A 52-year-old man faces eight serious charges after allegedly attempting to murder three children and assaulting multiple others in a November 2023 attack. The…
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Jury Decides Fate of Two Young Defendants | Cork News
The jury is now deliberating in the high-stakes Doneraile murder trial, weighing whether Alex Deady, 20, and his 17-year-old accomplice are guilty of murder—or…
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Bridget McDermott’s Legacy of Justice | Cork News
Bridget McDermott, the mother of three children lost in the 1981 Stardust fire, has died at 89, leaving behind a legacy of relentless advocacy for truth and…
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ICE2EV Grant Lets You Swap Old Car for New EV | Cork News
Starting July 1st, ditch your old gas car and grab a new electric ride with up to €8,500 in government cash back—plus Nissan’s own “4K Your Way” deal for a…
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Jury Deliberates Noah Donohoe's Fate | Cork News
The jury in the Noah Donohoe case has been sent out to deliberate after a grueling six-month trial, tasked with answering ten key questions…
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Dublin Builds 650 New Social Homes | Cork News
Dublin’s housing crisis just got a major boost with a $350 million investment to build nearly 650 new social homes across five key areas—Ballymun, Finglas…
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HPRA Warns on Dangerous Teeth Whitening Products | Cork News
Teeth whitening gone wild? The HPRA is sounding the alarm as illegal, dangerously potent products flood online marketplaces—with hydrogen peroxide levels up to…
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Cork Coast Swim Guide Today | Cork News
Beachgoers in Cork are getting mixed signals today—some spots are prime for a swim, others are red-flagged due to rough waves and wind. Owenahincha and…
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Noah Donohoe Case: Jury Deliberation | Cork News
A fourteen-year-old boy vanished in June 2020, his body discovered six days later in a storm drain—shocking the city. Now, an inquest is unraveling the final…
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New Baby Giraffe Born at Fota | Cork News
A new baby Nubian giraffe has arrived at Fota Wildlife Park, bringing hope to conservationists battling the species’ critically endangered status. Born on June…
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Belfast Riots and Arson Charges | Cork News
Belfast is reeling from escalating violence as a 29-year-old faces serious charges—including attempted murder and riot—linked to arson attacks on a Glider bus…
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Scott Costello’s Cocaine Confession | Cork News
Twenty-four-year-old Scott Costello, with a rap sheet of 27 prior convictions including multiple drug-related offenses, tried to hide three bags of cocaine in…
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Bridge Jumps in Waterford Spark Alarm | Cork News
People in Waterford, Ireland, are jumping off Lismore Bridge into the Blackwater River — a move local councillor Donnchadh Mulcahy is calling reckless and…
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Summer Safety Tips for Kids | Cork News
Summer’s here — and the HSE’s got your back keeping little ones safe outdoors. From backyard puddles to farm visits, hidden dangers lurk: drowning risks in…
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Engineer Released After Years in Iraqi Custody | Cork News
An Australian engineer, Robert Pether, was freed from an Iraqi jail after months of detention linked to a payment dispute at the Iraqi Central Bank—his health…
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E-Scooter Crash in Portmarnock | Cork News
E-Scooter Crash in Portmarnock | Cork News
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Collision on North City Link Road | Cork News
Collision on North City Link Road | Cork News
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Cork Northside Traffic Crash | Cork News
Cork Northside Traffic Crash | Cork News
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Emergency Dept Overwhelmed | Cork News
Wexford General Hospital is warning patients to expect long waits in the emergency department—unless it’s a true medical emergency. The HSE urges folks with…
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Neonatal Unit in Crisis | Cork News
A neonatal unit at University Hospital Limerick is in dire straits, caring for up to 23 premature babies despite being designed for just 19, with staffing…
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Teen Dies in Carlow E-Scooter Crash | Cork News
Teen Dies in Carlow E-Scooter Crash | Cork News
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Three From Mullingar Dead in Spain Crash | Cork News
Three Mullingar residents tragically lost their lives in a horrific early morning crash on Spain’s A7 motorway, while a fourth passenger and two others…
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Sunflower Parking for Hidden Disabilities | Cork News
Cork County Council is exploring a thoughtful new idea: sunflower-marked parking spots outside schools for families with hidden disabilities, designed as…
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Bodyboard Battle Turns to Court | Cork News
A horticulturalist faces assault charges after a heated confrontation over a kid’s bodyboard—only for the judge to dismiss the case, calling the landlord’s…
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Garda Vetting Needs a Reset | Cork News
Local councils are pushing to overhaul Garda vetting to stop volunteers from being stuck in a repetitive paperwork loop, where the same forms are re-filled…
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Bar Heist Before Court Date | Cork News
Eric Olah walked into a bar in Bandon, Ireland, swiped 150 euros from the till—just three days before his court date for other theft charges. With a history of…