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Dashcams insurance plan faces 'data issue' on footage

Proposals to use dashcams fitted in cars as a means of promoting road safety - and even potentially identifying fraudulent insurance claims - could be scuttled by strict data regulations.

Incident: The woman fell from a window at the Clarence Hotel. Photo: Douglas O’Connor

Irish News

Woman falls out of window at U2 hotel after 'row'

A young woman is fighting for her life after she fell from the second floor window of a well-known Dublin hotel. A 23-year-old woman has been arrested while it has also emerged that more than €5,000 in cash was found in the room by gardaí.

Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt. Photo: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

Autumn Internationals

Cian Tracey: Every one of Schmidt's calls vindicated by heroic display

Joe Schmidt possesses that rare ability to be able to get the best of his players when it matters most and he did so again on Saturday, which laid the foundations for another special victory.

Jacob Stockdale. Photo: Phil Walter/Getty Images

Vincent Hogan: 'Ruthless Stockdale shows no doubts to earn place in history'

Ulster winger underlines deadly finishing credentials

Minister for Older People Jim Daly. Picture: Arthur Carron.

Families of 'bed blockers' adding to hospital delays

Lack of engagement with Fair Deal blamed for high numbers in acute hospitals

Care assistant claimed fear of soiled nappies was a disability

Care worker remained on sick leave for more than three years

Unregulated lenders use loophole to give loans through big retailers

Lenders are outside scope of Central Bank code

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar at the Fine Gael ard fheis at the weekend. Picture: Frank McGrath

Varadkar says he can give €3bn tax cut and spend too

Taoiseach promises major giveaway for middle-income earners

Gardai investigate an incident at a bus stop in Blanchardstown on Saturday night. Picture: Arthur Carron.

Young woman stabbed while waiting at isolated bus stop

Woman in her twenties stabbed in attack

Caoimhe Haughey. Picture: Caroline Quinn

Woman told wrong test result in 'error' left fighting for life

Patient in "grave situation" fighting ovarian cancer

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Paul Kimmage: 'Soft questions, hard questions and how sponsors can heal all rifts'

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Jacob Stockdale of Ireland scores his side's first try despite the tackle of Damian McKenzie and Aaron Smith of New Zealand. Photo: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

Autumn Internationals

Neil Francis: 'World Cup is now a realistic objective'

Retired teacher Kris Bridges from Dublin who went back to the workforce. Photo: Mark Condren

Meet the teacher who retired - and then worked for another 12 years

Kris Bridges worked for almost 12 years after she retired.

Temperatures to take a dip as this week promises a 'colder regime'

It's a move away from the milder weather of recent times as temperatures are set to take a dip.

Ian Turner: ‘It’s important for me to tell my story so people can be aware of the dangers of carbon monoxide. I carry a detector with me always, I even have one on my bag at training’. Photo: Daragh McSweeney/Provision

'When I woke, my legs wouldn't work' - Ex-Cork City player Ian Turner credits a call to a doctor for saving his life in poisoning tragedy

WATCH: Reverse angle of Jacob Stockdale's iconic try shows just how a good a move it was

British Prime Minister Theresa May took a swipe at rebels. Picture: Sky News/PA

May warns Tory rebels ousting her could delay Brexit

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Taoiseach Leo Varadkar at the end of the 79th Fine Gael Ard Fheis in Citywest Picture by Fergal Phillips.

New Confidence and Supply deal could be wrapped up quickly 'if both sides wanted to' - Taoiseach

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Jonathan Sexton of Ireland following his side's victory in the Guinness Series International match between Ireland and New Zealand at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

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Legendary Radio Kerry presenter Weeshie Fogarty

Tributes pour in following the passing of legendary Kerry GAA figure Weeshie Fogarty

Gardaí launch in-depth investigation into elaborate bank scam

Gardaí investigating elaborate scam

Mairia Cahill will be at Leinster House for a photocall this week, along with Mary Lou McDonald. Photo: Jonathan Porter/PressEye

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The haka is performed by New Zealand's All Blacks, led by captain Kieran Read, prior to the Guinness Series International match between Ireland and New Zealand at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile

Josh van der Flier reveals the unique way Ireland challenged New Zealand's Haka ahead of epic win

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Fiona Heaney says women first of all dress for themselves but also for other women — and get unfair criticism

'What a woman wears has nothing to do with her ability to do the job'

Ronan Curran during his playing days: ‘The whole safety area has to be looked into’. Photo: Matt Browne / Sportsfile

Modified helmets are putting hurlers at serious risk

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17 November 2018; Jonathan Sexton of Ireland following his side's victory in the Guinness Series International match between Ireland and New Zealand at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

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Advocate: Sr Stanislaus Kennedy, at The Sanctuary, on Stanhope Street, Dublin. Photo: Steve Humphreys

Irish News

'Imposing the shame of homelessness on older children is cruel'

The founder of Focus Ireland says older children who are...

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Joy: Vicky Phelan with husband Jim and children Darragh and Amelia with Limerick Mayor James Collins (rear centre) at the lighting-up ceremony. Photo: Sean Curtin/True Media

Special moment: Brave Vicky lights up Limerick to get in Christmas spirit

Galleries

Drive it in: Galway hurler Joe Canning smashes a snowball in Midtown Manhattan

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People's Choice Awards 2018

A view of land for sale in the aftermath of the Woolsey fire in Malibu, Southern California, U.S. November 11, 2018. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni

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The Refurbished Irish Prison Service College at the Midlands Prison.
Pic Steve Humphreys

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Autumn Internationals

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'I do not care what he says' - Xherdan Shaqiri quick to dismiss Gary Neville's criticism as he shines at Liverpool

Year of the 'small fry'

Daniel McDonnell: 'O'Neill's flops get final chance to put gloss on grim year'

Ireland may have grand plan but Coleman not allowed to divulge it as manager pulls reins

Marko Arnautovic refuses to discuss West Ham exit rumours as links with Manchester United resurface

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Business

Management buy-outs (MBOs) are a common form of corporate transaction where a company’s management buys out the company’s owners. (stock image)

Irish

Management buy-outs in danger, warns Department

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EU rules to block some Chinese investments

Markle puts sparkle back as Hugo Boss plays catch-up

Review of expenses scheme angers accountants

Climate change clean-up is now a future-proof business

Richard Curran: 'Glanbia-Ornua cheese spat may be first skirmish in longer battle'

Shares in Bombardier nosedive after executive share sale plan is probed

Irish

The Home Renovation Incentive (HRI), a tax relief for home improvements, is fuelling strong growth in people’s spending on their homes. Stock image

Consumer spending to surpass peak of boom

Style

RTE presenter Mary Kennedy. Picture: David Conachy

Celebrity News

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'Josh will find someone very quickly, and that kind of scares me' - Binky Felstead opens up about split from father of daughter India

Woman finds engagement ring before boyfriend proposes and is roasted online when she complains about style

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Celebrity News

Brian O'Driscoll and wife Amy Huberman attend day five of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on July 6, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage )

Brian and Amy quietly put their Goatstown home on the market for €1.4m

World News

File photo of US President Donald Trump, left, talking with Finnish President Sauli Niinisto in Helsinki (Pablo Martinez Monsivais/AP)

President Trump

Finnish president confirms forestry chat with Trump - but does not remember details

Finland's president can recall discussing forestry...

Macron renews European army call in a veiled swipe at US

Protesters try to disrupt rally for dictator Franco

Norwegian warship sinks after blunder

Pope takes aim at 'the wealthy few' during Mass for the poor

Teenage boy apologises for his homophobic assault on rugby star

US-China trade tensions escalate at Asia Pacific talks

Middle East

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (Amr Nabil/AP)

Khashoggi killers may have taken his body out of Turkey in luggage

Opinion

John Downing: 'Leo's taken a leaf out of the Bertie 'tax cuts equals votes' playbook - the only problem is, it can be ruinous'

Heather Humphreys: 'Our Unionist neighbours can rest assured Republic has no hidden agenda around Brexit'

Laura Larkin: 'Everyone's ready for election - but UK chaos keeps it on back-burner'

Letters to the Editor: 'After some near misses, we deserved to finally beat greatest in the game'

John Downing: 'Leo's taken a leaf out of the Bertie 'tax cuts equals votes' playbook - the only problem is, it can be ruinous'

Kathy Donaghy: 'Shoebox Appeal recalls real spirit of Christmas - giving'

Heather Humphreys: 'Our Unionist neighbours can rest assured Republic has no hidden agenda around Brexit'

Laura Larkin: 'Everyone's ready for election - but UK chaos keeps it on back-burner'

Editorial: 'A huge win brings joy to everyone across the island'

John Daly: 'How to find the true meaning of heroism on the school run'

Entertainment

Bon Jovi in concert at Slane Castle, Co Meath in 2013

Music

Bon Jovi: Ex-altar boy Jon still living on a prayer

Former altar boy John Francis Bongiovi - he changed it to Jon Bon Jovi when he formed a certain rock band in 1983 - was born on March 2, 1962. He...

Artist and musician David Hedderman on the major upheaval that forced him to reassess everything

'There’s a lot of gallows humour and a very real sense of darkness to a lot of gardai' - Gavin O'Connor talks Taken Down

'If you're rich, you can get away with murder' - Making a Murderer lawyer Kathleen Zellner

Extract from Michelle Obama's memoir: For many women 'wife' can feel like a loaded word

Irish short 'Stigma' is one step closer to Oscars stage after prestigious award

‘I didn’t have my character name until my costume fitting’ - Irish actress Olwen Fouéré on secrecy surrounding Fantastic Beasts script

Television

Quest for justice: attorney Kathleen Zellner speaks to the press

'If you're rich, you can get away with murder' - Making a Murderer lawyer Kathleen Zellner

Travel

Sunset at Cape St. Vincent, Sagres, Algarve, Portugal

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Roz Purcell tries The BodyHoliday - 'It's like landing on another planet'

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An artist's impression of the 'Subtropical Swimming Paradise' at Center Parcs in Longford

Bookings open for Ireland's largest waterpark - Center Parcs 'Subtropical...

Japan Rugby World Cup 2019: Pól Ó Conghaile's ultimate travel guide

#RWC2019 will be the...

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Ireland's 30 best autumn walks - with a cosy meal or pint at the finish

We've asked experienced hikers Adrian...

Travel TV

Hell Fire Club, Dublin Mountains. Photo: Pól Ó Conghaile

WATCH: Walk to a haunted house in the Dublin Mountains - it takes just 1.5 hours!

There's a haunted...

Ireland

Transition year students Eleanor Grennan (15) and Eva Whelan (15) from Loreto Abbey in Dalkey view a model of the earth at the Cool Planet Experience. Photo: Damien Eagers

Top 20 rainy day activities in Ireland - weather-proof ideas for all ages!

Ireland is a grand country, if only we could roof it.

Food & Drink

Sliced aged Umbrian ham, black tapenade and sourdough toasts. Pic Steve Humphreys

Recipes

Impress your party guests this festive season with tempting treats from Peploe's head chef

Grahram Dodrill is head chef at Peploe's on Dublin's St Stephen's Green which is...

Tea or coffee? It's our genes that decide

Mine's an expensive one - the €160 brandy shot at Dublin hotel bar

Clodagh McKenna: A rustic French classic that goes wonderfully with hake

Indy Power makes chocolate mint dips – all the better to enjoy your hot chocolate with

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Food Reviews

House Café at the Cork Opera House, Emmet Place, Cork. Picture: Cillian Kelly

Review: House Café at Cork Opera House - Music to my ears

Motoring

UNDER PRESSURE: The threat of a no-deal Brexit is making life difficult for the Irish motor industry

Motor News

A no-deal Brexit is not an option for the Irish motor industry

Since the vote by the UK to leave the EU in June 2016, used...

What happens if you put the wrong fuel into your car?

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Family

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Comment

Bobby Smyth: 'Parents, don't teach underage kids how to drink'

Teenagers and young adults are programmed to charge forward into...

Health & Wellbeing

The number of food supplement products on the Irish market last year ballooned to 2,500. Photo: Shawn Hempel

Health & Wellbeing

The vitamins debate: snake oil or health booster?

To the devoted disciples of the church of supplements, it was a pronouncement near tantamount to blasphemy. It was claimed that the expensive practice of...

Home & Garden

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Home & Garden

Smart period home offers huge potential

When the current owners of No 37 St Mary's Road in Ballsbridge first viewed the property in 2010, it was in a sorry state. "My wife...

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