After filming the upcoming fairy tale blockbuster in Co Wicklow, the Disenchanted cast claims they “fell in love” with Ireland and made “friends forever.” Actors including Idina Menzel and Patrick Dempsey hailed the “beautiful” countryside and the friendly local crew members. The upcoming Disney sequel to 2007’s Enchanted was filmed on location in Ireland during … Read more
The highest price increases for road tolls are soon to be passed on to motorists. Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), the state-owned road operator, claimed that the current rate of inflation was what ultimately led to the decision to increase tolls. The cost of using one of the ten toll roads on the national road network … Read more
Minister for Community Development and Charities, Joe O’Brien, has announced over €44 million for the Social Inclusion and Community Activity Programme (SICAP) in 2023. This funding has been allocated as part of Budget 2023. SICAP supports communities and individuals to engage with relevant stakeholders in identifying and addressing social exclusion and equality, developing the capacity … Read more
Advanced Clinical, a multinational clinical research services company with US headquarters, is expanding into Ireland, resulting in the creation of 20 new jobs in this country. It just opened a new office in Dublin as part of its strategy to add 40 new jobs to Ireland over the following five years. It is anticipated that … Read more
The deaths of two women in separate incidents in Co. Wexford are being investigated by the Garda. Officers were alerted to the death of a woman in Gorey, in the north of the county on Monday. A file is being prepared for the county coroner. Separately, gardaí were called to a house in Enniscorthy on … Read more
Ireland’s women’s cricket team scored a huge victory by defeating Pakistan by 34 runs in the third and final T20 international in Lahore, winning the series 2-1 and recording their first overseas series victory. Ireland batted first and reached 167 for four, with Gaby Lewis leading the way with 71 off of just 46 deliveries, … Read more
Minister for Agriculture, Food, and the Marine Charlie McConalogue announced that the Sheep Welfare Scheme has started issuing advance payments totaling €15.5 million. The payments under year six of the scheme will be made to some 17,500 farmer participants in the scheme. The Minister stated: “I am pleased to announce that a total of €15.5 … Read more
Amazon is planning to lay off about 10,000 people in corporate and technology jobs starting as soon as this week, according to the New York Times, which cited people with knowledge of the situation. The e-commerce giant’s devices unit, which houses Alexa the voice assistant, as well as its retail division and human resources, will … Read more
According to a recent survey, approximately 88% of Irish executives said that the increased digital acceleration had caused an increase in cyberattacks at their organisation since 2020. 75% of Irish organisations plan to increase their cybersecurity budgets for 2023, according to the PwC 2023 Digital Trust Insights Survey. However, more than eight out of ten … Read more
On the occasion of Science Week 2022, Martin Heydon, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine with special responsibility for Research and Development, has announced funding for two tillage-focused research projects, a new research dashboard, and a series of science webinars. Running from 13-20 November, Science Week aims to engage … Read more
Mitsubishi Corporation in Japan owns the Irish energy trading firm ElectroRoute, which is expanding its business. It is expanding its teams in Japan and Ireland by 50 people, with the majority of the positions being based in Japan. The hiring plans will include a variety of tech positions in addition to financial and trading positions. … Read more
Sting and Madness have both announced Dublin gigs for this summer. On June 28, 2023, Sting will perform a special “My Songs” concert at Malahide Castle in Dublin. This Friday at 9 am, Ticketmaster will begin selling tickets starting at €69.90 (plus booking fee). Sting’s greatest hits, both solo and with The Police, are collected … Read more
Motorcyclists and pedestrians have died in separate road traffic collisions. Yesterday afternoon, a 29-year-old male motorcyclist was killed when his motorcycle and a tractor collided on the R173 near Drummullagh in Omeath, County Louth. Separately, yesterday evening in Carrick-on-Suir, Co. Tipperary, a 67-year-old man was killed when he was hit by a car while walking … Read more
In preparation for Christmas, Dunnes Stores has introduced two pairs of boots that would enhance any wardrobe. Both the long and the lace-up styles of the limited-edition shoes are made entirely of leather. The cost of the long boots is €70, while the lace-ups are offered for €60. Dunnes said on social media: “These limited edition … Read more
In order to give customers more time to finish their holiday shopping, Aldi will increase their opening hours in the weeks leading up to Christmas. Stores will be open from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. nationwide from Monday, December 19, through Friday, December 23. Aldi will close its doors on Christmas Eve at 7 p.m. … Read more