DUBLIN – In a groundbreaking move to address the ongoing student accommodation crisis, the Irish government is set to unveil plans today to construct 2,700 additional beds on college campuses throughout the country. This ambitious project, estimated to cost 434 million Euros, is aimed at alleviating the housing shortage for students. Higher Education Minister Simon … Read more
In a significant move to tackle insurance fraud in Ireland, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed on Tuesday, bringing together Insurance Ireland, An Gardá Síochána (the Irish national police service), and the Alliance for Insurance Reform. The MOU marks a crucial step in the concerted effort to investigate suspected insurance fraud cases thoroughly. Insurance … Read more
Ireland is bracing itself for a drastic shift in weather conditions today, as a recent short-lived heatwave gives way to heavy rain. Met Eireann, the national meteorological service, issued weather warnings for 13 counties across the country on September 15th. The deluge comes with the looming threat of localized flooding in some areas. An “orange” … Read more
In a rare and unprecedented incident, an air traffic control malfunction last week, described as a “one in 15 million” event, disrupted thousands of flights across Ireland and Europe. The UK’s National Air Traffic Services (NATS) revealed that the system failure occurred due to a software glitch that mishandled a flight plan. The glitch was … Read more
Limerick’s Sarah Lavin has etched her name in the Irish athletics history books with a stunning 100m hurdles run. Breaking Phil Healy’s 11.28-second record with a blistering 11.27-second sprint in Bellinzona, Switzerland, Lavin showcased her prowess at the Continental Tour Silver Gala dei Castelli. This gripping race pitted her against Italy’s Zaynab Dosso, who clinched … Read more
Ireland is set to bask in a “mini-heatwave” with temperatures soaring to 26°C after weeks of autumn-like weather. MET Eireann, the national forecaster, predicts warm and sunny conditions for the rest of the week, possibly extending into the next. However, there’s a twist in the forecast, as the heat could trigger thunderstorms, with Wednesday and … Read more
Ballinasloe Indian Community (BICC) and renowned Malayali tax consultant Shijumon Chacko from Ireland are hosting a free tax workshop for the Indian Immigrants. A workshop on ‘TAX CHALLENGES FACED BY MIGRANT NURSES: NAVIGATING FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS AND OPPORTUNITIES’ will be held at Moore Community Hall on June 16th from 6 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. Shijumon Chacko … Read more
Hollywood legend Morgan Freeman made a surprise visit at a Dublin pub during his trip to Ireland over the weekend. The Bridge 1859 in Ballsbridge, south Dublin, was astonished to see Freeman enter for a drink on Sunday night after MCing an event at UCD. The bar shared a photo on social media with the … Read more
Mayil Matta Rice, manufactured by the Kottakal Group of Companies, which has more than 50 years of expertise in the rice marketing industry, has received a European Union clearance certificate for ensuring quality in food products. After passing each of the EU-mandated exams, Mayil Matta Rice has accomplished this remarkable achievement. According to the findings … Read more
A batch of Wright of Howth’s Organic Irish Smoked Salmon is being recalled due to the possible presence of listeria monocytogenes. Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable … Read more
US tech firm ServiceNow, a cloud-based platform that helps companies manage their digital workflow, is set to create 400 new jobs in Ireland over the next three years. The company’s plans for additional expansion in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa coincide with the decision to boost staff at this location. The recently announced roles … Read more
AIB and its subsidiary EBS have increased interest rates for deposit holders, doubling the return for regular savers. The bank said the 2% rate will apply to its regular online saver, its AIB Junior and Student saver, and the EBS Family saver accounts. However, it will only be valid for the first €1,000 every month … Read more
A bridge near Croke Park in Dublin will be renamed Bloody Sunday Bridge in honour of the 1920 massacre at the GAA stadium despite demands from certain council members for a halt in the plan. For the past three years, there has been discussion and public input regarding renaming the Clonliffe Bridge/Russell Street Bridge to … Read more
The summer travel season has already begun, but if you’re planning a holiday for autumn or winter, Aer Lingus offers the ideal deal for you. The airline has reduced the cost of round-trip tickets from Dublin Airport to a number of North American cities from October 1 through December 15, 2023. However, as the deal … Read more
A young man’s severe injuries triggered two Gardai to act bravely, and they received widespread appreciation for it. Gardaí Roisín O’Donnell and Rose McGlynn were out on patrol along the M1 at Charleville, Co Louth, when they were flagged down by a distressed couple on the hard shoulder two weeks ago. Gardai rushed to the … Read more