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<p>Like most legal submissions made during a trial, the jury would have been unaware that the accused man’s lunch was being discussed in some detail in their absence. Picture Dan Linehan</p>

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'Unpalatable and insufficient': Accused in Cork murder trial refused to eat 'unsatisfactory' takeaway lunch

Daniel Hourigan was on trial for the murder of 61-year-old Michael Foley at his home in Macroom, Co Cork, in February 2024

Katherine Zappone appointment

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Former minister for children voices concerns over Bessborough apartments plan

In her submission to An Coimisiún Pleanála the Katherine Zappone said 'enough was not done to determine burial sites in Bessborough'

Premier SFC: Valley Rovers finish with a flourish to see off St Michaels

cork sport

Premier SFC: Valley Rovers finish with a flourish to see off St Michaels

The city side had the chance to draw level with a two-pointer at the death, but it drifted wide

cork sport

Dramatic finish sees Fermoy have close win over Naomh Aban in Cork PIFC opening game

Dramatic finish sees Fermoy have close win over Naomh Aban in Cork PIFC opening game

cork sport

Sean O'Leary kicks 2-3 as Douglas beat Whitechurch in Seandún JAFC opener in Ballinlough

Sean O'Leary kicks 2-3 as Douglas beat Whitechurch in Seandún JAFC opener in Ballinlough

cork news

Videos shot by Cork-based 'prankster' linked to promotion of unlicensed gambling operator

Videos shot by Cork-based 'prankster' linked to promotion of unlicensed gambling operator

cork news

Case against Cork man on drugs charges adjourned until November

Case against Cork man on drugs charges adjourned until November

Cork News

<p>Sergeant Aisling Murphy told Judge David Waters that directions were not yet available from the DPP.</p>

Man accused having €12k worth of cocaine in Cork remanded in custody

Pedro De Oliveira with having cocaine for the purpose of sale or supply

Legs on an electric scooter

Cork doctor warns of 'sustained increase' in child e-scooter injuries despite under-16 ban

Scales of justice and Gavel on wooden table and Lawyer or Judge working with agreement in Courtroom, Justice and Law concept

Defendant faces charges of assaulting a drag queen in Cork city centre

Tom MacSweeney column: I wasn’t ‘all at sea’ on keel-less Bantry longboat

Tom MacSweeney column: I wasn’t ‘all at sea’ on keel-less Bantry longboat

Call to investigate €17m cost to State of drug ship MV Matthew after its sale for $1

Call to investigate €17m cost to State of drug ship MV Matthew after its sale for $1

cork sport

<p>Young Cork fans run onto the pitch after the win over Tipp on Saturday. Picture: INPHO/Bryan Keane</p>

Relief and pride as Cork secure shot at redemption in All-Ireland final camogie against Galway

Tribe stopped the Rebels from a three-in-a-row last August

Kobe McDonald in action 11/7/2026

Christy O'Connor: Can Mayo complete the odyssey to deny hot favourites Kerry and bring Sam home?

PIFC: Conor Casey in top form as Rockchapel deny Bantry Blues

PIFC: Conor Casey in top form as Rockchapel deny Bantry Blues

Clinical Clonakilty overpower Premier Senior newcomers Knocknagree in second half

Clinical Clonakilty overpower Premier Senior newcomers Knocknagree in second half

SAFC: Dohenys battle back to earn draw with Aghabullogue

SAFC: Dohenys battle back to earn draw with Aghabullogue

Cork Lives

<p>Carmel Fynn was one of 15 friends who started junior infants in St Patrick's School, Gardiners Hill in 1968 and left in 1981. They traveled to Greece together this summer. </p>

The stories behind our Holly Bough reader pictures

MARY CORCORAN takes a look at some of the standout pictures sent to us for the 2025 Holly Bough, and encourages people to send in their snaps for the 2026 edition

Wedding of the Week: ‘Memorable day’ for Fermoy couple who got engaged at Disney World

Wedding of the Week: ‘Memorable day’ for Fermoy couple who got engaged at Disney World

‘I only ever wanted to be No.1, nothing else was acceptable’

‘I only ever wanted to be No.1, nothing else was acceptable’

Meabh Cahalane 26/3/2026

Weekend TV sport round-up: Mayo v Kerry, as Cork aim for All-Ireland camogie glory

My first memory was seeing Wren Boys from my pram... I was terrified!

My first memory was seeing Wren Boys from my pram... I was terrified!

Cork Views

<p>Alan Horgan, of Alan Horgan Studio, co-organiser of Irish Design Works 2026</p>

The creative Cork makers building products that last

The concept of slow design is taking on the mentality of the disposable culture, says ALAN HORGAN, of Alan Horgan Studio, co-organiser of Irish Design Works 2026 taking place at Ballyamaloe Grainstore in Cork, starting on July 25

Malaria drug research

Heatwave 2026: Forget face fans and air-con... I need a bedroom mosquito net

John Arnold: What’s this Tinder? I used to swipe right for The Siege Of Ennis...

John Arnold: What’s this Tinder? I used to swipe right for The Siege Of Ennis...

Áilín Quinlan: Flashpoint on a Cork road that showed misogyny at its worst

Áilín Quinlan: Flashpoint on a Cork road that showed misogyny at its worst

'The response has been so positive': Show of Pride must go on in Cork!

'The response has been so positive': Show of Pride must go on in Cork!

Nostalgia

<p>Regina Hegarty with her grandparents in West Cork. “They were the best days of my life, my time in West Cork," she said</p>

Throwback Thursday: My grandad, Michael Collins, and the Black and Tans

This week on Throwback Thursday, JO KERRIGAN hears the memories of a woman who recalls her grandfather - a friend of Michael Collins - and her nana in West Cork

Tale of the famous actor mistaken for sailor on Moby Dick set in Youghal

Tale of the famous actor mistaken for sailor on Moby Dick set in Youghal

Throwback Thursday: When the horse and cart ruled in Cork

Throwback Thursday: When the horse and cart ruled in Cork

The Cork man who became the youngest ever resident engineer at the city's waterworks

The Cork man who became the youngest ever resident engineer at the city's waterworks

Throwback Thursday: 'The road was washed away...the army had to put a bridge in place’

Throwback Thursday: 'The road was washed away...the army had to put a bridge in place’

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Julie Helen: Proud mum as a special milestone is reached in the Helen household

Her son's first solo trip to a shop was a big deal for Julie Helen, as she snipped another apron string of parenthood

My Career: ‘I love seeing customers relaxed and restored,' says holistic therapist

My Career: ‘I love seeing customers relaxed and restored,' says holistic therapist

Advice on how to get the best out of your make-up in the summertime

Advice on how to get the best out of your make-up in the summertime

Meet the Cork woman running not one, not two, but three businesses

Meet the Cork woman running not one, not two, but three businesses

Cork actor: ‘In my day, it was unheard of to go away and study’

Cork actor: ‘In my day, it was unheard of to go away and study’

entertainment

<p>Disclosure will play All Together now in a matter of weeks.</p>

Stevie G: Changing tastes for music festivals sees smaller more intimate events gaining in popularity

But the big festivals like All Together Now and Electric Picnic remain two of Europe's finest festivals

What's on: A hit musical, great drama, and festivals galore in Cork

What's on: A hit musical, great drama, and festivals galore in Cork

Eoghan Daltun

New film takes a walk on the wild side in West Cork

Theatre Nights: It’s curtain up for Cork's summer blockbuster

Theatre Nights: It’s curtain up for Cork's summer blockbuster

Beautiful teens at summer festival

Clubbers: The July Weekender at Goleen Eco Resort is set to be a scorcher

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<p>Brian Tuohy, director of flight operations for Flexjet International, says UL's Master of Professional Practice has enhanced his future career prospects. Picture: Eamon Ward</p>

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University of Limerick’s flexible new Master of Professional Practice (MPP) allows eligible students to “stack” previous studies they’ve already completed

Three days of steam, music and heritage at the 62nd National Steam Rally

Three days of steam, music and heritage at the 62nd National Steam Rally

How 50 years of innovation and investment have fuelled Bord Gáis Energy – and empowered Cork

How 50 years of innovation and investment have fuelled Bord Gáis Energy – and empowered Cork

Say cheese, think Kerrygold: Dinner is a dream with a simple but tasty pasta bake

Say cheese, think Kerrygold: Dinner is a dream with a simple but tasty pasta bake

CS Yuno Energy July 2026

Yuno Energy brings clarity to customers’ energy bills

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