Government sources have today confirmed that the Christmas bonus for social welfare recipients will be paid out on the week beginning November 28. The bonus equals 85% of the recipient’s normal weekly welfare payment. Over …
There are some good weather news today, as the coming weekend is expected to remain largely dry and settled, with good sunny spells, if only a little cold. Temperatures will reach 13-14C in places today, …
A girl believed to be in her early teens is in a serious condition in hospital, after sustaining injuries in a road accident this morning. It is understood that the girl was struck by a …
The M50 motorway in Dublin has been blighted by crashes in recent times, causing widespread and ongoing commuter chaos for several days in a row. There were two incidents this morning, the first one just …
There is a heightened state of military readiness among NATO countries, as a fleet of Russian warships will soon steam towards the English Channel. Two Royal Navy destroyers are on station, ready to intercept the …
The Government brought in an ill-thought out ‘help-to-buy’ scheme in the Budget, with the intention of assisting first-time buyers to access the property ladder. The scheme was received with widespread criticism, however, with many experts …
According to a new study almost half of Irish smokers have tried to quit the habit. However the latest carried out by Healthy Ireland Survey, found that only 10% managed to quit. The survey also …
Thousands of women across South America have taken to the streets to protest against the brutal rape and killing of a 16-year-old school girl. The widespread strike comes after the innocent girl was allegedly raped …
There were emotional scenes in Limerick last night as almost a thousand of people lined up outside Thomond Park to pay tribute to Munster coach Anthony ‘Axel’ Foley who tragically passed away on Sunday. The …
The Government is deservedly receiving flak from most sectors of society, as its derisive attitude to anything other than their own self-interest is evident at every turn. Thousands of students gathered today to voice their …
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