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Fri, 08 Oct 2021 06:00:13 +0000
88 Bank of Ireland branches closing for last time
More than a third of Bank of Ireland branches across the country will close their doors for the last time today.

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 04:26:37 +0000
OECD to announce global corporate tax deal
The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development is expected to unveil a revised Framework Agreement in Paris today on global corporate tax reform.

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 06:34:31 +0000
US nuclear sub damaged in underwater collision
A US nuclear submarine was damaged after hitting an unidentified object while operating underwater in the South China Sea, the US Navy said.

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 08:39:00 +0000
Poland wants to stay in EU despite court ruling
Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki on Friday said that Poland wanted to stay in the European Union, a day after a landmark court ruling that experts said could instead lead to "Polexit".

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 06:25:26 +0000
US judge recommends dismissing Ronaldo rape case
A US judge has recommended dismissing the civil rape case against Cristiano Ronaldo over an incident in Las Vegas more than a decade ago.

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 08:45:40 +0000
Given: Robinson's healthcare is no one else's business
Former Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Shay Given tells RTÉ's Morning Ireland that it's Callum Robinson's own choice as to whether he or not he gets a Covid-19 vaccination.

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 09:38:38 +0000
Commission to publish protocol proposals next Wednesday
The European Commission will publish its proposals on easing the implementation of the Northern Ireland Protocol next Wednesday, RTÉ News understands.

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Rallies to voice concerns on future of agriculture
Hundreds of farmers gathered in Co Cavan this morning as part of a number of rallies around the country to voice their concerns about the future of Irish agriculture, ahead of next week's budget.

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 07:09:06 +0000
Australian doctors warning over easing restrictions
Australian doctors have warned that a too-rapid easing of Covid-19 curbs in Sydney could put pressure on health systems and risk lives, as the city prepares for key restrictions to be lifted next week after more than 100 days in lockdown.

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Carer shortage may mean older people have to leave home
Older people in Ireland may have no choice but to move out of their own homes, because they cannot access the care and support services they need to continue living independently.

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 09:06:42 +0000
Former ombudsman: 'No doubt' pension age needs increase
Former Pensions Ombudsman and member of the Retirement Planning Council Paul Kenny has said there is "no doubt" that the pensions age needs to be increased as people are living longer, but he also believes it needs a thorough overhaul.

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 07:18:39 +0000
Nigeria rescues nearly 200 kidnap victims in Lagos
Nigerian security forces have rescued nearly 200 kidnap victims during raids on camps of criminal gangs in dense forests in the country's northwest, police said.

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 05:00:38 +0000
Senate votes to raise US debt limit for two months
The US Senate has approved legislation to temporarily raise the federal government's US$28.4tn debt limit and avoid the risk of an historic default this month.

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 00:00:55 +0000
Societal movement to end fossil fuel use needed - SEAI
Chief Executive of the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland William Walsh has said it is more essential than ever to accelerate the deployment of energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies, and increase sustainable energy practices across...

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 00:01:00 +0000
Taoiseach to attend Belfast climate change event
The Taoiseach is in Northern Ireland today for a series of engagements including talks on tackling climate change.

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 19:23:21 +0000
How and why Irish corporate tax rate changed
Significant changes have been announced to Ireland's policy on the taxation of businesses. Here's what it's all about.

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 17:19:50 +0000
Raising corporation tax the 'right decision' - Donohoe
The Cabinet has approved an increase in Ireland's corporation tax from 12.5% to 15% for companies with a turnover in excess of €750m.

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 14:37:47 +0000
Inquests hear mother, son's deaths almost instantaneous
A mother and son whose car was struck from behind by another car travelling at 140mph died almost instantaneously, an inquest has heard.

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 16:19:38 +0000
Proposals on increasing State pension age
The Cabinet this evening discussed a proposal to increase the State pension age by three months every year from 2028.

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 15:42:57 +0000
Man charged over sexual assault at workplace
A 35-year-old public servant has appeared in court charged with falsely imprisoning and sexually assaulting a woman at his workplace last year.



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