The British prime minister's top Downing Street aide has resigned and called for an 'overhaul' of vetting processes. It was Cork born Morgan McSweeney's idea to appoint Peter Mandelson as Britain's US ambassador.
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Douglas Library has been forced to close its out of hours service. Cork City Council says it follows several incidents over the last few weeks.
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Business leaders in Cork have welcomed revised expansion plans for Penneys on Patrick Street and are urging the project proceed without delay. The retailer is now seeking permission for a smaller 6,000 square foot extension, which would bring several long-vacant city centre units back into use.
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Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton have made their first major public appearance at the Super Bowl, following speculation about a romance. The seven-time Formula 1 world champion and reality TV star were spotted at the game in which the Seattle Seahawks beat the New England Patriots.
