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Flu cases surge by almost 50% in South West as 70 people need hospitalisation

This is up 46% from the previous week with 263 cases, while hospitalisations increased 37% from 51 in week 48.

Flooding expected as Met Éireann issue status orange rain warning for Cork

cork news

Flooding expected as Met Éireann issue status orange rain warning for Cork

The national forecaster has, as of this morning, issued a status orange warning for Sunday which will come into effect from 3am.

Munster v Gloucester - Investec Champions Cup

cork sport

Mighty Munster sweep Gloucester aside at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh

Reds were in clinical form in the second half after a slow start on Leeside

cork lives

'We could not be more proud of her': Cork's Lottie to represent Ireland at Junior Eurovision

'We could not be more proud of her': Cork's Lottie to represent Ireland at Junior Eurovision

cork views

L Plate on car for learner driver

John Dolan: There’s some awful drivers out there... learners are the safest

cork news

Cork motorist with no insurance or NCT ‘got a lucky break’ in court

Cork motorist with no insurance or NCT ‘got a lucky break’ in court

cork news

Lands acquired for new Ballincollig school remain in Council ownership

Lands acquired for new Ballincollig school remain in Council ownership

Cork News

<p> Charlie McAllister, Midleton with Dan Twomey and Mike Sexton at the Summer Garden Party for locals of SHARE at Cnoc Mhuire, Fair Street, off Cathedral Road. Organised by Paddy O'Brien. Pic Larry Cummins.</p>

All About Cork: Share campaign to focus on Cnoc Mhuire refurbishment

Knocknaheeny, Gurranabraher and Hollyhill feature in today's 'All About Cork' pages

Scrutiny as Crawford revamp to cost treble initial estimates

Taoiseach backs expanded €93m Crawford Art Gallery project

Goggins Hill NS pupils embrace festive spirit of giving

Goggins Hill NS pupils embrace festive spirit of giving

Cork cyclist had object thrown at them after challenging driver on phone use

Cork cyclist had object thrown at them after challenging driver on phone use

HSA probe as man dies after wall collapses on him on Cork farm

HSA probe as man dies after wall collapses on him on Cork farm

cork sport

<p>The launch of the Stand For Feile golf classic on April 17th and 18th at Kenmare Golf Club from left – Pat Horgan, chairman Cork county board; Barry Coffey, former Cork footballer and chairman organising committee , Brian Hayes ,Cork hurler; Bertie McSwiney Kenmare golf club and organising committee and Colm Cooper former Kerry footballer. Picture: Eddie O'Hare</p>

Support for Féile O'Sullivan 'absolutely phenomenal' says Ollie Rue O'Sullivan

O'Sullivan and Cormac McMahon are hoping to raise €50k with the Stand For Féile Golf Classic

Cork GAA fixtures wiped out by weather warning

Cork GAA fixtures wiped out by weather warning

Imokilly target U15 and U18 teams to develop football pathway

Imokilly target U15 and U18 teams to develop football pathway

Italy Soccer Champions League

Premier League: How far can a promise go when you are playing badly?

Knocknagree face Naomh Abán in Tom Creedon Cup final this weekend

Knocknagree face Naomh Abán in Tom Creedon Cup final this weekend

Cork Lives

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Liverpool host Brighton at Anfield today at 3pm</p>

TV sport round-up: Reds in action, and cup ties too

JOHN DOLAN rounds up the some of the sporting action highlights for the next week.

TV: Magical deer adventure comes to TG4 following landmark collaboration

TV: Magical deer adventure comes to TG4 following landmark collaboration

My Weekend: 'Sunday night is usually a chill night'

My Weekend: 'Sunday night is usually a chill night'

Weekend Foodie: Showstopping whiskey glazed ham with spiced cabbage

Weekend Foodie: Showstopping whiskey glazed ham with spiced cabbage

In the garden: Drawing up a winter plan for pruning and planting

In the garden: Drawing up a winter plan for pruning and planting

Cork Views

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Christmas highlights the absence of those we’ve lost. The Tree of Remembrance reflects that loss</p>

Cork Views: What makes Rotary Tree of Remembrance so special

On Saturday, the annual Rotary Tree of Remembrance will open in the city. Rotary Club of Cork’s President, Richard Irwin, explains what makes it special

John Arnold: Reflections on my December pilgrimage to Lourdes

John Arnold: Reflections on my December pilgrimage to Lourdes

Young woman reading a book on sofa at home during christmas time

How to enjoy Christmas without burn-out

Back view of a young girl, hanging a christmas wreath on the door of her home.

Áilín Quinlan: Would you pay someone else to decorate your home for Christmas?

Eco-friendly plantable Christmas cards displayed on a wooden table during the holiday season, featuring holiday designs

9 tips to get you safely through Christmas

Nostalgia

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Crowds gather as fire engulfs Cork Opera House 70 years ago, on December 12, 1955</p>

Throwback Thursday: ‘I’ll always remember the glow in the sky’

This week on Throwback Thursday, JO KERRIGAN hears your memories of the Opera House fire 70 years ago, and a lucky escape from a fatal Cork air crash

Recalling the fire that devastated Cork Opera House 70 years ago

Recalling the fire that devastated Cork Opera House 70 years ago

Throwback Thursday: Pioneer trips, and boy scout reminiscences

Throwback Thursday: Pioneer trips, and boy scout reminiscences

Religious order marks 150 years in East Cork

Religious order marks 150 years in East Cork

Throwback Thursday: The Cork gate-crashers who tried to con Pioneers

Throwback Thursday: The Cork gate-crashers who tried to con Pioneers

WOW

<p>Parties are a fabulous excuse to glam up and get the professional job done, and the smart lady knows this - the tan, the make-up and nails all look better done by a professional, says Emer. </p>

Emer O'Callaghan's beauty checklist for Christmas

No-one wants to be landing into the work Christmas party or the family dinner like Lapsy Pa, so this week I want to give my top tips for sparkling all Christmas and making the time for you to prioritise you too, says EMER O'CALLAGHAN.

5 subtle and showy options for your festive manicure

Festive manicures: 5 subtle and showy options

New Network West Cork president: ‘Stepping up feels like the most natural way to give back’

New Network West Cork president: ‘Stepping up feels like the most natural way to give back’

Anna Healy: ‘I was terrified initially...then I got in my stride and never looked back’

Anna Healy: ‘I was terrified initially...then I got in my stride and never looked back’

‘I never imagined it would get to this level’: Cork Flour Patch girl on TikTok success and local food

‘I never imagined it would get to this level’: Cork Flour Patch girl on TikTok success and local food

entertainment

<p>White Christmas, a holiday classic starring Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen. </p>

Feast of festive films at Cork's Triskel

There is a Christmas film for every taste in a Triskel season for December, says CARA O’DOHERTY

Going out or staying in? Your weekend guide to what's happening in Cork

Going out or staying in? Your weekend guide to what's happening in Cork

Kabin Crew brings 'Sound of the Northside' back on stage with full orchestral accompaniment

Kabin Crew brings 'Sound of the Northside' back on stage with full orchestral accompaniment

Theatre Nights: Bilingual panto, Spillane gig, and festive songs

Theatre Nights: Bilingual panto, Spillane gig, and festive songs

Film review: Fun and clever, breathing life into after-life genre

Film review: Fun and clever, breathing life into after-life genre

Sponsored Content

<p>Mark Hopkins, general manager, Dell Technologies Ireland says 76% of Irish organisations are now placing AI at the heart of their business strategy according to Dell research. Photograph: Orla Murray/Coalesce</p>

Turning AI ambition into action: Dell Technologies leads the way

Institute of Directors Ireland and Dell Technologies Ireland bring together leadership community for an event focused on turning AI’s promise into business growth and impact

Delicious desserts and exclusive pours, perfect for Christmas

Delicious desserts and exclusive pours, perfect for Christmas

A top expert reveals the perfect wine for festive cheer and Christmas party pairings

A top expert reveals the perfect wine for festive cheer and Christmas party pairings

"Without you, I would have been a goner"

"Without you, I would have been a goner"

Skechers launch basketball footwear range ahead of partnership with UCC Demons

Skechers launch basketball footwear range ahead of partnership with UCC Demons

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