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McGuinness's suitability for banking inquiry questioned
A MEMBER of the Dail Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has kept the pressure up on embattled chairman John McGuinness by questioning his suitability to chair a banking inquiry.
Noonan rules out free vote for FG TDs on bill
Finance Minister Michael Noonan has ruled out the Coalition giving a free vote to Fine Gael TDs and senators on the abortion legislation.
Medical interns 'are being left unsupervised'
Newly qualified medical graduates who are working their intern year in hospitals are not receiving proper supervision by senior medics throughout their training, according to a new inspection report.
Killer could not accept his relationship had failed
QUADRUPLE murderer John Geary (37) could not accept that his relationship with his former partner had ended and murdered her.
Hannah (16) takes Twitter by storm after introduction
She is the 16-year-old who is trending on Twitter after introducing Michelle Obama on stage.
Eugene's killing was 'senseless', says his family
THE man who killed journalist Eugene Moloney after punching him in the head and then raising his arms in celebration is to be sentenced in two weeks.
Mum and daughter (8) slain in knife frenzy knew their killer
A YOUNG mother, who died with her daughter in a frenzied knife attack at their home, knew their killer.
US hit-and-run victim's body 'put in van with rubbish'
A DRIVER with New York's medical examiner's office has been suspended after the body of a 26-year-old Irish hit-and-run victim was placed in a van with bags of rubbish.
Forgetful workers losing out on up to €1bn in pension entitlements
WORKERS are missing out on up to €1bn worth of lost pension cash.
Burton will not rule out new levy on schemes
THE Government has refused to rule out imposing a new levy on pensions, as it seeks to cover the cost of shortfalls in pension schemes at companies that go out of business.
Childcare centres pay out €170k in injury settlements
SETTLEMENTS totalling more than €170,000 have been agreed in two separate High Court actions brought on behalf of children who suffered injuries at childcare facilities.
Asylum seeker refused to train as a 'fetish priestess'
A WOMAN who says she fled Botswana because she refused to train as a fetish priestess can bring a new legal challenge against a decision to refuse her asylum, the High Court ruled.
Gambling addict who stole from 'angel' pair avoids jail
A GAMBLING addict has avoided a jail term for conning a couple by convincing them that racehorse owner JP McManus would finance their "angel sanctuary" business.
Gardai slow to co-operate – watchdog
THE garda watchdog has criticised gardai for being "slow" in co-operating with an investigation which led to two gardai being convicted for assault and another for trying to pervert the course of justice.
Insurer claims Reilly's €828 daily charge is pushing up costs
HEALTH Minister James Reilly is helping to push up health insurance costs by insisting that public hospitals charge a set daily rate of €828 for private patient procedures, regardless of whether they take 10 minutes or 10 hours to complete.
Mum and daughter (8) slain in knife frenzy knew their killer
A YOUNG mother, who died with her daughter in a frenzied knife attack at their home, knew their killer.
Knife-wielding thieves rob €10k from couple in car scam
A YOUNG couple were held at knifepoint and robbed of €10,000 as they waited in a car park to pay for a Ford Focus they had bought by phone.
BoI ordered to pay woman €30,000 over discrimination
A WOMAN who was discriminated against by Bank of Ireland Private Banking has been awarded €30,000 in compensation.
Bailout progress under fire from EU
THE bailout supervisors in the EU have lambasted the Government for the lack of progress in pushing through vital reforms, particularly to help the unemployed get back to work.
Separate abortion law for teenagers in state care
THE Government will introduce standalone laws to deal with teenage girls and children in state care who request abortions.
Drive to kickstart car sales with new 'swappage' plan
THE Government will be asked to bring in a 'swappage scheme' for owners of middle-aged cars in a move aimed at kickstarting sales in the motor industry.
Brave Donal's family thanks public for support
THE family of anti-suicide campaigner Donal Walsh has issued a heartfelt "thank you" to the public for the support they received during his illness and after his death.
Murderer drank glass of milk after slaying his four victims
A MAN murdered his ex-partner, their baby daughter, a three-year-old boy and another young woman – then poured himself a glass of milk and drank it.
Parents unhappy at eight-year sentence for son's killing
THE family of a father of three who was buried alive in a shallow grave have said they are "deeply unhappy" after the man convicted of his manslaughter received an eight-year sentence.
First Lady is star of show as she tells teens: 'Yes, you can'
When President Barack Obama said it was difficult to speak after Michelle, he wasn't joking. The First Lady was the star of the show at the Waterfront Hall yesterday. We can expect in coming years to hear from high achievers who grew up poor in the post-Good Friday Agreement North, acknowledging her Belfast speech as a powerful inspiration. Quite simply, she delivered the "yes you can" message to the teenagers she identified as "kids like us" and she sounded like she meant it.
"You are the proof that peace is possible."
US President Barack Obama gave a rousing speech honouring peace, prosperity and the people of Ireland as he landed in Belffast today.
Man arrested over attempted murder of police officer
A 25-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the attempted murder of a policeman in Northern Ireland.
Court changes will drive up cost of motor insurance, warns expert
MOTOR insurance premiums are set to be driven up because of changes in the way courts are run, a leading legal reformer has warned.
Newry man dies in New York hit and run
Kevin Bell was found unconscious on East 233rd Street in the Bronx on Sunday morning, according to US media.
Bertie's son-in-law goes back to his humble family roots
HE might have become pop royalty, but singer Nicky Byrne's family come from an altogether more humble background.
Kenny bullish on tax ahead of G8 summit
Taoiseach Enda Kenny has staunchly defended Ireland's under-fire tax system ahead of the G8 summit today where international tax evasion will be top of the agenda.
Memory of crash victim 'will live on' as organs donated
THE family of a young motorist who died in a head-on collision with a tour bus while driving his girlfriend to the motor tax office have spoken of their decision to donate his organs so "his memory can live on in others".
Relative blames government policy for deaths of brothers
THE strains of 'The Lonesome Boatman' from a solitary tin whistle drifted across the sea breeze as the grieving family of three brothers who lost their lives at sea last week bade farewell to their loved ones.
Little Enrika found dead with her mum just weeks after First Communion
Stab victim (8) made First Communion in May
Epic story goes round the world in 33 hours
James Joyce penned his epic novel 'Ulysses' about a simple day-long stroll around his native city, from his places of exile in Zurich, Trieste and Paris.
All hands on deck as hotel gears up for Michelle's visit
A MINI army of Shelbourne Hotel staff were giving the front facade of the famous old building a final wipedown – as gardai and American Secret Service agents hovered in the background.
CAO expecting surge of changes in college choices
THOUSANDS of Leaving Cert students are expected to change their mind about college choices now that the exams are winding up.
'Extraordinarily high' cost of tickets for gigs putting music fans off
MUSIC lovers are avoiding many of the summer's biggest gigs because they can't afford the tickets, consumer advocates have claimed.
Kenny bullish on tax ahead of G8 summit
Taoiseach Enda Kenny has staunchly defended Ireland's under-fire tax system ahead of the G8 summit today where international tax evasion will be top of the agenda.
Diageo boss under fire over drink sponsor row
THE country's largest drinks company has warned that a ban on drinks sponsorship could ultimately lead to less investment here.
Boat brought ashore as gardai look for clues to triple tragedy
GARDAI and marine casualty investigators have examined the boat at the centre of the Waterford drowning tragedy in which three brothers died.
Masked protesters picket Taoiseach's house
TAOISEACH Enda Kenny's home was picketed last night protesters – some wearing skeleton masks and white shawls.
Private hospitals warn of closure over plan to charge full price for public beds
PRIVATE hospitals have warned they are in danger of closing if the Government presses ahead with plans to charge private patients the full cost of using public hospital beds.
Cameron: I'm frustrated at North's lack of progress
BRITISH Prime Minister David Cameron has spoken of his frustration at the slow pace of progress towards a shared future in Northern Ireland.
PAC won't get banking inquiry, says colleague of McGuinness
A FIANNA FAIL colleague of Dail Public Accounts Committee chairman John McGuinness says he does not believe the committee will get to hold the banking inquiry.
Australian visa applications down by 29pc
THE number of Irish people applying for working holiday visas in Australia has dropped substantially for the first time in five years.
Price of diesel and petrol falls but tax cut urged
THE price of filling a car with petrol or diesel has fallen slightly in the past month, with petrol now costing an average of €1.57 a litre and diesel €1.48.
Bertie's son-in-law goes back to his humble family roots
HE might have become pop royalty, but singer Nicky Byrne's family come from an altogether more humble background.
Remember Donal when you think you can't go on, says mum
SEVENTEEN candles and a basket containing just some of the hundreds of cards and letters of condolence were reminders of of the legacy of teenager Donal Walsh at his month's mind Mass.
Bloomsday lacks giblets but devotees are treated to some Turkey
SOME American visitors are listening to a public reading of 'Ulysses' outside the Joyce Tower in Dublin's Sandycove. Buck Mulliganed out, they turn to leave.
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Protesters settle in at G8
On Broadmeadow green, a total of four tents were huddled together, their occupants – including Glaswegian father and son Andrew and Darren Carnegie and their dog Grace – outnumbered by the reporters, photographers and camera crews.
Michelle Obama and daughters visit Trinity College
The Us First Lady and her two daughters were given a presentation on their family genealogy and connections to Ireland when they visited Trinity College today.
US President urges politicians to keep working for peace
Mrs Obama who joined her husband at an event with local students at the Belfast Waterfront Convention Centre spoke with honesty about her husband’s struggle to rise to the top of international politics.
Mother and daughter found dead in Kerry
Gardai in Kerry are investigating the discovery of the bodies of a 27-year-old woman and her eight-year-old daughter.
British PM David Cameron G8 Arrival
David Cameron welcomed the talks saying that "The agenda we have is one about helping the world to grow together, not just the devolping countries but the developed countries too. Making sure we have more trade deals so we can keep prices down, making sure we have greater transparency so we can help developing countries get the tax and the revenue that they need and this issue of taxation making sure we crack down on tax evasion."
First Lady Michelle Obama touches down in Dublin
US First Lady Michelle Obama and her two daughters Malia and Sasha landed in Dublin at 11.42am this morning. They had flown in from Belfast where President Obama had addressed a group of students in the Waterfront theatre before traveling to county Fermanagh to attend the G8 summit in Enniskillen.
Hannah Nelson: 16-year-old student's 'making peace' speech
Belfast student Hannah Nelson delivers an empassioned speech at Waterfront Hall about the future of Northern Ireland and a right to live in peace.
Three tragic Waterford fishermen brothers laid to rest
They were waked at Hennessy’s Funeral Home in Waterford city before making the short journey home.
Kenny bullish on tax ahead of G8 summit
Taoiseach Enda Kenny has staunchly defended Ireland's under-fire tax system ahead of the G8 summit today where international tax evasion will be top of the agenda.
Security restrictions at G8 summit
Thousands of police are on duty in and around the Lough Erne Golf Resort ahead of today's summit. Security restrictions were brought in last night on the eve of the arrival of the G8 leaders.
Eye Health
Spice up your specs …. With Melanie C
Specsavers has launched the search for Ireland’s Spectacle Wearer of the Year 2013
Do you have Ireland’s most unbreakable friendship?
Specsavers has launched the search for the most unbreakable childhood friendship
Fun in the sun can damage your eyes
The sunshine and light evenings inspire us to get outside and make the most of the finer weather
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Calcium, osteoporosis and Coeliac Disease
People with coeliac disease have a higher risk of developing the bone disease osteoporosis
John Rocha talks eyes
John Rocha, known for his signature muted tones, has brought in a vibrant palette for his debut foray in to eyewear
Be fab at 50 ‘Shouts’ Lulu with new Aurora Collection
Lulu unveils a collection of glasses created specifically for stylish women aged 50 plus
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Should’ve gone to Specsavers …New Hawkeye will give refs a clear view
‘Should’ve gone to Specsavers’, will be a phrase aimed less often at referees, now that the new Hawkeye points detection technology is going live at Croke Park.
A splash of colour as … John Rocha and Specsavers join forces
Bright crimson, blush pink and indigo blue are the keynotes in one of the biggest fashion stories of this year. Designer John Rocha has launched his first ever eyewear collection, teaming up with Specsavers.
Managing cross contamination on a gluten-free diet
One of the problems with managing a gluten free diet is making sure that you don’t accidentally pick up gluten.
