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Presidential election tests strength of Zambian democracy
10+ hour, 52+ min ago (375+ words) Zambian voters have 14 candidates to choose from in today’s presidential election. But it’s a two-horse race with a clear favourite. Although Hichilema faces 13 challengers for the presidency, only one represents a real threat: former lawyer Brian Mundubile, who has the backing…...
Irish motorists face increase of €9.50 on 50l tank of diesel as fuel prices surge
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (407+ words) Fuel prices have risen substantially in August with further increases expected in the coming months, according to AA Ireland’s latest fuel price analysis. The price of diesel in Ireland has risen by 11 per cent in August to an average of…...
Fuel prices see ‘significant month-on-month increase’ in August
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (303+ words) Fuel prices have risen substantially in August with further increases expected in the coming months. The price of diesel in Ireland has risen by 11 per cent in August to an average of €1.92 per litre, up 19 cents from July, according to…...
The Irish Times view on organised crime: international co-operation vital
3+ day, 12+ hour ago (348+ words) The extradition of Daniel Kinahan from Dubai to Ireland is just the latest evidence of the vital role of international co-operation in pursuing organised crime charges. By their nature, major criminal gangs operate across state borders and their members base…...
Dublin Bus has hired almost 100 drivers from South Africa
3+ day, 12+ hour ago (336+ words) Almost 100 drivers from South Africa have been hired by Dublin Bus in recent months as the company continues to look for new ways to fill vacant roles caused by staff turnover and expanding services. The company has previously recruited mechanics…...
Retirement reality check: Is â¬300 a week is enough to live on? Will you even get that much? â The Irish Times
1+ week, 1+ day ago (1778+ words) Is the State pension your fallback plan for retirement? You’d better get to grips with how much it’s likely to pay you, if so. Get your hands on a copy of your individual PRSI contribution statement – you might be surprised…...
Six adult men removed from State on foot of deportation order
2+ week, 1+ day ago (85+ words) Six adult men were removed from the State on foot of deportation orders by gardaí on Tuesday. The Garda National Immigration Bureau carried out the operation. The six individuals were removed on a chartered flight which left Dublin early on…...
Nama to be dissolved this weekend, closing book on financial crisis after 17 years
2+ week, 2+ day ago (206+ words) The Government will formally dissolve the National Asset Management Agency on Saturday, ending the 17-year run of a unit set up to handle toxic loans at the height of the financial crisis. The Department of Finance laid the statutory instrument…...
Water rates could help alleviate Ireland’s drought problem – but will they ever be introduced?
2+ week, 2+ day ago (207+ words) Sir, – What does it say about our priorities in this country when golf clubs are exempt from the hosepipe ban while vegetable growers, whether in back gardens or on allotments, are not? People grow vegetables for many good reasons – to…...
Peter Thiel conference cancelled by Powerscourt Hotel after threats of protests, court told
2+ week, 2+ day ago (556+ words) A private conference due to take place next month at Powerscourt Hotel in Enniskerry, Co Wicklow, was cancelled when its general manager received abusive phone calls and threats of organised protests and blockades, it has been claimed in Commercial Court…...