29 January 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Remote and hybrid work models have been on the rise for quite some time, and they have definitely transformed the office rental market worldwide. Many businesses decided to rethink how they use their headquarters, either expanding, downsizing, or transforming them to meet new needs. The cost of office... Read More
28 January 2026 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Persistent Tinnitus affects 10% of the population and may cause sleep disturbances, difficulty concentrating, anxiety, stress and depression The Cork Deaf Association (CDA) has released this year’s events for International Tinnitus Awareness Week which takes place in the first week of February. The aim of the global initiative... Read More
28 January 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Fota Wildlife Park is delighted to announce the birth of two endangered Northern cheetah cubs (Acinonyx jubatus soemmeringii), a male and female, born on the 24th of November 2025 to mother Florence and father Nawab. Florence, the cubs’ mother, is five years old and was born at Fota... Read More
28 January 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie It was a night of celebrations for EuroMillions players across Ireland as not one, not two, but three winners struck gold in last night’s (27th January) EuroMillions and EuroMillions Plus draws. Two players, one in Cork and one in Dublin, are each waking up €500,000 richer after matching... Read More
28 January 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The free trade agreement between the European Union and the Republic of India, is one of the most significant trade milestones in decades, a Fine Gael Senator has said. The conclusion of nearly 20 years of negotiation paves the way for dramatically expanded economic cooperation between the EU... Read More
28 January 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Cork City FC are preparing to begin a new season marked by change, reflection, and renewed focus, following the appointment of Barry Robson as the club’s new first-team manager. With competitive action set to return in February, attention has turned to how the club will evolve under new... Read More
28 January 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie What is the Working Family Payment? Working Family Payment (WFP) is a weekly tax-free payment for employees with children. It supports people who are on low pay. WFP used to be called Family Income Supplement (FIS). To qualify for Working Family Payment, your child must be under 18,... Read More
28 January 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie The participation of Republic of Ireland (ROI) football clubs in UEFA-sanctioned competitions constitutes a significant chapter in the nation’s sporting history. From the inaugural entry in 1957 to the modern era of group stage qualification, Irish clubs have navigated a complex landscape of elite European football, including the... Read More
27 January 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie From the Well 2026 Short Story Competition Open for Submissions – 20 stories to be published in the annual From the Well anthology; winners showcased at West Cork Literary Festival Cork County Council’s Library and Arts Service is urging budding writers and authors to submit entries for the... Read More
28 January 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Business News Businesses across Cork and Munster increasingly recognise that standing out online requires more than a functional website and occasional social media posts. The companies gaining ground in their markets combine visual storytelling through animation with practical staff training in artificial intelligence tools. This combination, once reserved... Read More
27 January 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie The digital services landscape across Ireland has shifted dramatically. Businesses in Cork City, Cobh, Kinsale, and throughout Munster no longer limit their search for web design and SEO expertise to local providers or Dublin agencies. Belfast has emerged as a genuine alternative, offering specialist capabilities at competitive rates... Read More
27 January 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Finance News “I’ll start my pension next year when I’m earning more.” This seemingly harmless decision costs Irish workers hundreds of thousands of euros in lost retirement savings. Understanding the mathematical reality of pension delays might finally motivate action. This article reveals the stark financial consequences of postponing... Read More