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Over 200 restaurants have closed this year costing the economy €288m: Restaurants Association of Ireland says 212 restaurants, cafés, and other food-led ...
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State to install cameras at traffic lights under new road safety strategy: Cameras to detect motorists breaking traffic lights will be rolled out in Dublin ...
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State extends lease on Citywest as payments to private operator total €110m: Hotel in Dublin used to accommodate asylum seekers and refugees from Ukraine
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Catholic primary school in Dublin switches to multideominational patronage: St Mary’s in Dublin 7 is first Catholic school to come under Educate Together ...
irishtimes.com/ireland/education/2024/04/12/catholic-primary-school-in-dublin-switches-to-multideominational-patronage/
Fáilte Ireland: Regional airports will not win business from Dublin’s passenger cap
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Stardust: Nightclub fire families cheer as verdict delivered - BBC News: Forty-eight people died in the 1981 fire at a nightclub on Valentine's Day.
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Quick Glance: Stardust: Families Cheer as Verdict Delivered - BBC News
- The jury has returned a verdict of unlawful killing for 48 deaths in a nightclub fire. Families cheered as the verdict was delivered.
- The jury found that the fire started in the main bar area on February 14, 1981, and was caused by an electrical fault.
- Some families welcomed the ruling as justice served, while others called for a public apology from the Irish government.
- The Irish Prime Minister referred to the Stardust fire as one of the darkest moments in Irish history and stated that the government will consider the verdict in full.
Iconic Poolbeg chimneys may face demolition as fate decided this summer: Dublin landmark will be repaired and repainted as investigative works into the ...
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Billy Hann’s Diary: Keeping Dublin city moving while finding time for a laugh or two
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Bambie Thug: I stand with anyone boycotting the Eurovision: The Cork artist has previously said they will not be boycotting the Eurovision and explained the ...
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An Irish Liquidator Plays Cat and Mouse With Russian Jets: A Dublin court has ruled that the assets of a pair of Irish subsidiaries of a Moscow company are fair ...
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New €2bn Dublin Airport terminal ‘needed for future growth’, Ulick McEvaddy claims
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Irish Muslims celebrate Eid after Ramadan fast: Irish Muslims are celebrating Eid al Fitr following the fast of the holy month of Ramadan.
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IKEA opens first distribution centre in Ireland: IKEA Ireland is opening its first ever logistics facility in Ireland today.
rte.ie/news/business/2024/0417/1443904-ikea-opens-first-distribution-centre-in-ireland/
Recognize Palestine, Irish prime minister to tell EU leaders | DPA: Ireland's new prime minister said on Wednesday he will use his first EU summit in ...
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Aidan Regan: Fine Gael’s centre-right politics is dead unless under-40s can own homes
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Dublin-Belfast train to take less than two hours and run hourly after multimillion investment
irishtimes.com/ireland/2024/04/09/dublin-belfast-train-to-take-less-than-two-hours-and-run-hourly-after-multimillion-euro-investment/
Quick Glance: Airplane Observes Solar Eclipse in Bloomington
- An airplane flies near the total solar eclipse in Bloomington, Indiana.
- People watch the partial solar eclipse on the observation deck of Edge at Hudson Yards in New York City.
- Sophia Moccia, 4, from Queens views the eclipse with a homemade mask in New York City.
- A solar eclipse is visible in Mazatlan, Mexico.
Deaths of 48 people in 1981 fire at Dublin's Stardust nightclub fire were unlawful killing, jury rules
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‘Average speed’ traffic cameras to be set up on N2, N3 and N5 by autumn: Average speed cameras record vehicles at two distinct points a set distance apart
irishtimes.com/ireland/2024/04/15/new-average-speed-traffic-cameras-to-be-in-place-by-autumn/
Fauci warns against 'normalisation of untruth' since pandemic : Top US doctor in Dublin to receive the Stearne Medal for his outstanding contribution ...
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All-Ireland finals can go back to September, believes Burns: Jarlath Burns expanded on his idea to enshrine the amateur status and cut down on the €40 million ...
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Samantha Libreri appointed RTÉ News Eastern Correspondent: RTÉ News has announced the appointment of journalist Samantha Libreri as Eastern Correspondent.
rte.ie/news/leinster/2024/0419/1444491-rte-eastern-correspondent-libreri/
Global taxi software vendor exposes details of nearly 300K across UK and Ireland: High-profile individuals including MPs said to be caught up in leak
theregister.com/2024/04/11/icabbi_database_exposure/
Family affairs: How Ireland’s newly rich are putting money to work in secretive firms
irishtimes.com/business/2024/04/18/how-irelands-newly-rich-are-putting-money-to-work-in-secretive-firms/
New border centres to hold migrants near airports: The new centres are part of the EU’s Migration and Asylum Pact and will fundamentally change the nature of ...
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Ireland, Spain, Norway moving closer to recognising a Palestinian state: Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez says declarations on Palestine will be made “when the ...
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Office leasing in Dublin drops to lowest level since 2013: Figures released by JLL Ireland, a real estate firm, showed a high level of reservations ...
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Fine Gael ard fheis: Kate O’Connell mulls return to politics after ‘dark chapter’ under Varadkar
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Electric Saints batter the Bulls to set up Champions Cup semi-final against Leinster
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Confronting Trump over Covid not easy but necessary, Fauci says on Dublin trip: Director of US National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases says role ...
irishtimes.com/health/2024/04/19/confronting-trump-over-covid-not-easy-but-necessary-fauci-says-on-dublin-trip/
Dublin Property Market: Work From Home Triggers Office Crash: Office landlords, battered by a global crash, have been clinging to the hope that new buildings ...
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Harris completes steadfast journey to become Ireland's youngest premier: When Simon Harris made headlines in his local County Wicklow newspaper in 2003 for ...
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Quick Glance: Simon Harris Becomes Ireland's Youngest Prime Minister
- Simon Harris has been officially sworn in as Ireland's youngest prime minister, succeeding Leo Varadkar who abruptly stepped down last month. Harris, 37, took the helm of the ruling Fine Gael party but faces challenges as the party trails behind Sinn Fein in polls.
- A rapid riser in Ireland's political hierarchy, Harris has made a name for himself as Health Minister and most recently as Minister for Higher Education and Science. His political identity as a young politician has been marked by both supporters and critics, particularly standing out with younger voters and on social media platforms like TikTok.
- Varadkar's government grappled with challenges such as housing crisis and increasing immigration numbers. Harris inherits a tough political landscape, especially with upcoming elections until March 2025. The political landscape in Ireland has shifted, with Sinn Fein emerging as a rising political force, leading to a shift in the traditional party landscape.
- While Harris sees the idea of a potential reunification of Ireland as a legitimate aspiration, his focus remains on current challenges like housing crisis, rising cost of living, and immigration. Despite political changes and discussions about potential reunification, Ireland's future remains uncertain and complex.
‘I sat and cried the whole way on the flight’ – woman forced to remove breast prosthesis at Dublin Airport sec
independent.ie/irish-news/i-sat-and-cried-the-whole-way-on-the-flight-woman-forced-to-remove-breast-prosthesis-at-dublin-airport-security-terminal/a1450104983.html
McEntee warned deportations 'highly litigious' as injunction sees asylum seeker flown back to Dublin
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Search for new Ireland manager could now stretch into September: FAI director of football Marc Canham sets new deadline of England Nations League game
irishtimes.com/sport/soccer/2024/04/19/search-for-new-ireland-manager-could-now-stretch-into-september/
‘Two trade union members basically told me to get back on the plane, because no Englishman was going to tell t
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Just 38 properties available under HAP scheme last month: There were 38 properties within the discretionary rate of the Housing Assistance Payment Scheme ...
rte.ie/news/ireland/2024/0415/1443531-simon-report-hap/
TU Dublin architecture students propose big increase to Grangegorman accommodation plans
irishtimes.com/ireland/education/2024/04/18/tu-dublin-architecture-students-propose-big-increase-to-grangegorman-accommodation-plans/
Muslim cleric announces candidacy for European elections in June: Dr Umar al-Qadri, chief imam of Islamic Cultural Centre, to run as an independent in Dublin
irishtimes.com/politics/2024/04/12/muslim-cleric-announces-candidacy-for-european-elections-in-june/
Dublin priest dies following tragic accident in Mexico: An Irish priest has died following a tragic accident in Mexico.
independent.ie/irish-news/dublin-priest-dies-following-tragic-accident-in-mexico/a1742661808.html
House progressives unveil 2025 agenda : The Congressional Progressive Caucus will continue to focus on increasing the minimum wage and lowering the cost of ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4602795-house-progressives-2025-agenda/
Green Party members to gather in Dublin for convention: Members of the Green Party will gather in Dublin tomorrow for their convention.
rte.ie/news/politics/2024/0419/1444615-green-party-ard-fheis/
Enterprise: Belfast-Dublin rail to receive multi-million investment: Cross-border rail services between Belfast and Dublin are set to benefit from a £141 ...
bbc.com/news/uk-northern-ireland-68744414
Number of cars damaged after fire at showroom in Dublin: A number of cars have been damaged after a fire broke out at a car showroom in Dublin.
rte.ie/news/regional/2024/0410/1442680-dublin-fire/
Biden predicts Iran attack on Israel ‘sooner than later’ as IDF says ready to respond
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Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
Car Culture Hub With Dozens of Classics Destroyed in Garage Inferno in Ireland: A fire in a garage near Dublin may have destroyed millions of dollars worth of ...
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Greens in 'battle for attention' ahead of June elections: The Green Party gather this weekend for their annual conference ahead of the local and ...
rte.ie/news/2024/0420/1444617-green-party-conference/
Half a million California workers will get $20 minimum wage, starting today: It's a big win for cooks, cashiers and other fast-food employees ...
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Quick Glance: California: New Minimum Wage Impact on Fast Food Industry
- Most fast food workers in California will earn at least $20 per hour starting Monday, providing more financial stability to the profession and potentially raising prices in the high-cost state.
- The law was supported by the fast food franchise owners' trade association. However, many owners have expressed concerns about the law's impact on their businesses amid California's economic slowdown.
- California has doubled its minimum wage to $16 per hour over the last decade, with data showing increased wages and sustained employment levels.
- The law represents a negotiated compromise between the fast food industry and labor unions, applying to restaurants with limited table service and part of a national chain with at least 60 establishments.
Simon Harris Just Became Ireland’s Prime Minister. Who Is He?: After a swift political rise, Simon Harris, 37, was confirmed as Ireland’s premier ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/09/world/europe/simon-harris-ireland-taoiseach.html
After saying no, EC allows environment ministry to issue green clearances: The environment ministry had sought permission to environmental clearances while the ...
business-standard.com/india-news/after-saying-no-ec-allows-environment-ministry-to-issue-green-clearances-124041800344_1.html
Goldilocks, Offices, Geopolitics and AI: Mercer’s investment head outlines hot spots for investors
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Dee Forbes used RTÉ credit card to fund €400 ‘leaving do’ lunch the day before she was told to resign
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Young girl rescued from sea at Dún Laoghaire: A young girl has been rescued from the sea at Dún Laoghaire, south Dublin, this evening in a multi-agency rescue ...
rte.ie/news/ireland/2024/0406/1442091-dun-laoghaire/
Two west of Ireland dioceses lose bishops as Catholic Church downsizes: Move is described as most radical change to Irish church structures in more than 900 ...
irishtimes.com/ireland/2024/04/10/two-west-of-ireland-dioceses-lose-bishops-as-catholic-church-downsizes/
Billionaire In-N-Out heiress Lynsi Snyder claims she went 'toe-to-toe' to keep prices down as Calif. fast food industry, prices slammed by minimum wage hike
nypost.com/2024/04/11/business/in-n-out-president-lynsi-snyder-went-toe-to-toe-to-keep-menu-prices-down/
Ireland will move to recognize Palestinian statehood: Minister: Ireland will move to recognize a Palestinian state in the coming weeks, Irish Foreign Minister ...
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'All children deserve a place at the table': Families welcome plan to make Dublin autism-friendly
irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41376493.html
Ireland's house prices continue to rise: Top picks for home buyers: The average price of a home in Ireland was €323,000 as of February, according to new figures ...
euronews.com/business/2024/04/17/irelands-house-prices-continue-to-rise-top-picks-for-home-buyers
TJ Maxx applicant in disbelief after learning of $12 minimum wage: 'Not taking that f--king job'
nypost.com/2024/04/16/lifestyle/job-applicant-refuses-tj-maxx-post-after-learning-of-12-an-hour-pay-not-taking-that-f-king-job/
Taxi licence numbers fall in 23 of 26 counties since 2019: New figures show that the number of taxi licences in operation has fallen in nearly every county ...
rte.ie/news/business/2024/0418/1444140-taxi-licences/
Dublin Airport: Woman asked to remove breast prosthesis at security: Realtán Ní Leannáin was asked to remove her artificial breast after it set off a new ...
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Dublin pub cuts the cost of a pint of Guinness by €1.40: One pub in Dublin is bucking the trend of rising prices by reducing the cost of a pint of Guinness by €1 ...
independent.ie/regionals/dublin/dublin-news/dublin-pub-cuts-the-cost-of-a-pint-of-guinness-by-140/a1092129259.html
Councils need to ‘open up’ development plans to zone more land for housing - O’Brien
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‘I’m crying thinking about it every day’: Doctor returns to Dublin after weeks in Gaza hospital
irishtimes.com/ireland/2024/04/15/im-crying-thinking-about-it-every-day-doctor-returns-to-dublin-after-weeks-in-gaza-hospital/
Tony Holohan takes up adjunct professor role at Trinity’s school of medicine: State’s former chief medical officer also holds position of adjunct full professor ...
irishtimes.com/ireland/2024/04/11/tony-holohan-takes-up-adjunct-professor-role-at-trinitys-school-of-medicine/
‘I was self-conscious and embarrassed’ – Dublin GAA star Philly McMahon on his hair transplant
independent.ie/regionals/dublin/dublin-news/i-was-self-conscious-and-embarrassed-dublin-gaa-star-philly-mcmahon-on-his-hair-transplant/a1029543667.html
Drugs, luxury goods worth combined €1.2m seized in Dublin: Drugs and luxury goods worth a combined €1.2m have been seized by Revenue following a series of ...
rte.ie/news/regional/2024/0415/1443690-revenue-seizure/
Rubber duck bobs all the way to Scotland after epic 18-year journey: It was helpfully marked with information about where it set off from in 2006.
metro.co.uk/2024/04/17/rubber-duck-bobs-way-scotland-epic-18-year-journey-20664451/
Flights cancelled in parts of UK, power outages in Ireland due to storm: Airline passengers in parts of the United Kingdom and Ireland faced travel disruption at ...
reuters.com/world/europe/flights-cancelled-parts-uk-power-outages-ireland-due-storm-2024-04-06/
Major Burger King California franchisee adding order kiosks over $20 wage: The franchisee, who owns about 180 fast-food restaurants in California ...
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Quick Glance: Major Burger King California Franchisee Introduces Order Kiosks Due to $20 Wage Impact
- Harsh Ghai stated in an early April interview that 25% of his restaurants already have kiosks, with the remaining 75% set to be equipped within the next 30 to 60 days.
- The new minimum wage for limited-service restaurant chains with at least 60 nationwide locations took effect on April 1, standing 25% higher than California's general minimum wage of $16 per hour.
- Ghai plans to offset the higher labor costs by implementing measures such as reducing work hours, introducing kiosks, and halting the development of new restaurants.
- Fast-food chains are accelerating the deployment of order kiosks in US locations to cut labor costs, with the introduction becoming more pressing due to California's new $20 minimum wage.
Plastic duck washes ashore in Orkney after 18 years at sea: The duck was one of 150,000 released into a Dublin river as part of a world record attempt.
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James McClean: 'Autism has definitely contributed to my success': The winger turns 35 next week but was only last year tested and diagnosed for the ...
irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-41376637.html
TikTok's popularity among European politicians rises despite security fears: When Simon Harris became Ireland's prime minister-in-waiting in March ...
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Upset over California's $20 wage? What fast-food CEOs make: California's fast-food workers now have a $20 minimum wage. If you think that's too much ...
latimes.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/story/2024-04-04/upset-over-californias-20-wage-what-fast-food-ceos-make
Quick Glance: Comparison: CEO Salaries vs. Minimum Wage in California
- Given the new $20 minimum wage for California's fast-food workers, it's important to examine the salaries of their CEOs.
- The CEOs of Chipotle and McDonald's Corp. earn substantial amounts while their employees struggle. It is suggested that they reduce their bonuses to pay their workers a living wage instead of passing costs to customers or threatening staff cuts.
- Supermarkets are increasing prices, making it challenging for even high earners to afford healthy food. The notion that supermarkets are the primary source for affordable, healthy food is diminishing.
- The new $20 minimum wage for fast-food workers is deemed reasonable as their earnings circulate back into the economy to provide food, shelter, and healthcare for many in need.
A different kind of property crash is playing out in Dublin: Big Tech’s expansion has halted in the capital amid a focus on costs after a hiring binge during ...
irishexaminer.com/business/economy/arid-41372965.html
Irish troops arrive home to mark end of peacekeeping mission in Syria: The group arriving at Dublin Airport included 133 troops of all ranks ...
irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41368264.html
Refurbished period townhouse on Leixlip main street for €300,000: Two-bedroom home is ready to move into, located close to Liffey walkway and transport links to ...
irishtimes.com/property/residential/2024/04/16/refurbished-period-townhouse-on-leixlip-main-street-for-300000/
Trinity College marked top of the class in Ireland in world university rankings: Trinity College Dublin has been ranked top of the class in Ireland and is the ...
independent.ie/irish-news/education/trinity-college-marked-top-of-the-class-in-ireland-in-world-university-rankings/a1367882081.html
Bird trapped in Dublin Airport terminal ‘wandering around confused for more than 40 days’ as removal ‘no easy
independent.ie/regionals/dublin/dublin-news/bird-trapped-in-dublin-airport-terminal-wandering-around-confused-for-more-than-40-days-as-removal-no-easy-task/a1068316251.html
Google lays off employees, shifts some roles abroad amid cost cuts: Alphabet-owned Google is laying off an unspecified number of employees, a company ...
asiaone.com/money/google-lays-employees-shifts-some-roles-abroad-amid-cost-cuts
Quick Glance: Google restructuring operations and relocating roles to 'hubs' to fund AI investments
- Google is implementing staff layoffs and transferring certain roles to 'hubs' to secure funds for artificial intelligence investments.
- The finance and real estate teams are being affected by the downsizing, with some roles being moved overseas.
- Through the consolidation of finance teams in Bangalore, Mexico City, Dublin, Chicago, and Atlanta, Google aims to enhance efficiency and operate around the clock.
- The restructuring is driven by the substantial shift towards artificial intelligence in the tech industry, prompting Google to allocate more resources to this domain.
Ireland 'repulsed' by Israel's actions in Gaza - Harris: In a wide-ranging address to the Fine Gael Ard Fheis, Simon Harris issued a blunt message ...
rte.ie/news/2024/0406/1441986-fine-gael-ard-fheis/
How California fast food restaurants raised menu prices in response to $20 minimum wage
nypost.com/2024/04/16/business/california-fast-food-restaurants-raised-prices-due-to-minimum-wage/
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