15 December 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie The battle over tobacco control policy in Brussels continues to heat up, with a coalition of tobacco industry companies expressing predictable outrage at the spectre of long-overdue EU tax hikes. As reported by Brussels Signal on 11 December, this industry group has addressed a letter to European Commission... Read More
15 December 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment There’s a particular kind of buzz that comes alive across Cork during December. Streets shimmer with lights, pubs echo with festive cheer, and even the most casual online casino players seem to log in a bit more. But this shift isn’t just about free time or a... Read More
15 December 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie A beauty routine often evolves with the seasons, emotions and the time we have available each day. Rather than aiming for complexity, many people now look for simple, comforting gestures that make their routine feel more grounding. These small rituals bring a sense of calm, helping the skin... Read More
14 December 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Applegreen inaugurated a brand-new Service Area in Ballincollig and celebrated the opening of the first Taco Bell in Cork, following the hugely successful launch at Applegreen Dunshaughlin in September and Lusk North in November. Situated within the Applegreen Classes Lake Retail Centre, the new Ballincollig facility offers a... Read More
14 December 2025 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie If you are someone that always has a scented candle flickering away in the corner, sit up and take note of a new luxurious candle brand that’s just launched by Cork company Sonua Candles. Researched, designed, and developed in Kinsale, Co. Cork, entrepreneur Laura Lyons is the founder... Read More
14 December 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Online casino tournaments have revolutionized the way players engage with their favorite games, offering a competitive twist to the traditional solitary gaming experience. These tournaments bring players together in a virtual arena where they can compete for prizes, prestige, and the thrill of victory. With various games... Read More
13 December 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Irish Distillers’ Midleton Distillery, a cornerstone of Irish whiskey production, has this month been awarded one of Europe’s most prestigious recognitions for workplace safety: the Healthy Workplaces Good Practice Award 2025 from the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA). The award recognises the distillery’s pioneering use... Read More
13 December 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Image by Bruno from Pixabay Casino reward systems are built around how the human brain reacts to uncertainty and excitement. Small wins, surprises, and rapid feedback release dopamine, the chemical associated with motivation and anticipation. These quick bursts of reward create a sense of fun, turning what... Read More
12 December 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Cork North West Fine Gael TD Deputy John Paul O’Shea has welcomed new Government funding for two important river restoration projects in County Cork—Ovens Bridge (Bride River) and Doneraile Weir 1 & 2—as part of the national Barrier Mitigation Programme. The programme, led by Inland Fisheries Ireland, will... Read More
12 December 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie When physical mobility begins to change, daily routines can become unexpectedly challenging. Yet the right support tools can transform these challenges into manageable moments, helping individuals regain independence and maintain personal comfort. Mobility solutions today are designed not only to assist with movement but also to enhance safety,... Read More
11 December 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The 54th European University Continuing Education Network (EUCEN) Conference 2024 at University College Cork took the Social Impact Spotlight Award at Fáilte Ireland’s Conference Ambassador Recognition Awards. Led by conference ambassador Dr Lyndsey El Amoud, the conference was themed “University Lifelong Learning: Leading Positive Change in Challenging Times”... Read More
10 December 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork City Council has this evening honoured the extraordinary contribution of hurling legend Patrick “Hoggie” Horgan to the sporting life of his native city, to his club, county and country. The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Fergal Dennehy, hosted a civic reception for the record-breaking forward at Cork’s... Read More