Article Archive

August 6th 2015

• • News

  • Berlin Letter: Myth of efficiency tarnished by spiralling costs Europe Derek Scally
  • Analysis: ‘Endless Enda’ claim greeted with scepticism Politics Stephen Collins
  • HSA refers Corrib tunnel death investigation to DPP Irish News Lorna Siggins
  • Man charged with robbing pensioner in Limerick District Court Kathryn Hayes
  • Home repossessions accelerate to 60 each week Social Affairs Kitty Holland
  • Up to 12 additional direct provision centres to open Social Affairs Kitty Holland
  • Second Renua election candidate exits embryonic party Politics Sarah Bardon
  • Sinn Féin accused of degrading 1916 commemmorations Politics Stephen Collins
  • Driver fatalities down on Irish roads, but pedestrians and cyclists at more risk Irish News Carl O'Brien
  • Memorials on Co Wicklow road reminder of high death toll Irish News Carl O'Brien
  • Summer most dangerous time to be on road, data shows Irish News Carl O'Brien
  • Vessel capsized during rescue off Libya Irish News Lorna Siggins
  • Simon Coveney praises professionalism of LÉ Niamh crew Irish News Rachel Flaherty
  • Barack Obama criticises opponents of Iran nuclear deal US Geoff Dyer
  • Dublin Horse Show ticket sales ‘very strong’, says RDS chief Irish News Ronan McGreevy
  • Hiroshima and Nagasaki survivors mark grim anniversary World Maria Zuppello , Jonathan Watts
  • Hospital group nursing chiefs to get pay rises of €600 a month Health Martin Wall
  • LÉ ‘Niamh’ rescues 367 people after capsize in Mediterranean Irish News Lorna Siggins
  • Nasa camera reveals ‘dark side’ of moon from 1.6m km away Science Éanna Ó Caollaí
  • PSNI say Jennifer Dornan was stabbed with kitchen knife Crime & Law
  • Hiroshima marks atomic bombing anniversary Asia-Pacific David McNeill
  • Investigators to help speed delayed Troubles inquests Crime & Law
  • Bill Cosby to give deposition in Playboy Mansion lawsuit US
  • Secondary teachers get pension lump sum of over €150,000 Irish News Gordon Deegan
  • William Reville: Is the liberal agenda based on a delusion? Science William Reville
  • LÉ Niamh arrives in Sicily with survivors as some 200 feared drowned Europe Elaine Edwards , Lorna Siggins
  • Surge in consumer spending reported as recovery takes hold Consumer Conor Pope
  • The Galway nun who witnessed the atomic bomb drop at Hiroshima Irish News Ronan McGreevy
  • Islamic State fighters seize key Syrian town Middle East
  • Police investigate robbery by armed woman in ‘cow print onesie’ Crime & Law Amanda Ferguson
  • Thousands of households told water may be contaminated Environment Rachel Flaherty
  • Ireland set for record year in tourist numbers Irish News Tim O'Brien
  • ‘Minder’ star George Cole dies aged 90 UK
  • Gardaí warn about telephone scam to steal bank details Crime & Law
  • Aras Attracta unit given 28 days to avoid closure Health Paul Cullen
  • Vodafone ordered to tell customers how to exit contracts Consumer Conor Pope
  • MH370: Wing part ‘belongs to missing plane’ Asia-Pacific
  • Mosque bombing in Saudi Arabia kills 17 people Middle East
  • Authorities order closure of 16 food premises in July Consumer Mark Hilliard
  • 117 disqualified drivers charged under new laws Irish News Carl O'Brien
  • Belfast preacher in court over calling Islam ‘satanic’ Crime & Law Amanda Ferguson
  • Illegal cigarettes worth €5,000 seized at Cork horse fair Crime & Law Olivia Kelleher
  • Nigerian family face deportation after Supreme Court ruling Supreme Court Ray Managh
  • Man who feared Euro would ruin finances took his own life Coroner's Court Louise Roseingrave
  • Woman challenges Government demand to repay money High Court Aodhan O'Faolain , Ray Managh
  • Muslim Brotherhood’s youth push for retribution Middle East David D Kirkpatrick and Mayy El Sheikh
  • Egypt nationalists celebrate launch of New Suez Canal Middle East
  • Three on trial over alleged ESB electric cable theft District Court
  • Father of the bride dies of heart attack on wedding day Coroner's Court Brian McDonald
  • Poland’s new president seeks Nato assurances over Russia Europe Derek Scally
  • Portuguese man o’war on its way to Irish shores Irish News Brendan Roche
  • Investigation launched into 20 cattle deaths in Co Kerry Irish News Anne Lucey
  • Irish MEP calls on Government to do more for Ibrahim Halawa Social Affairs Kitty Holland
  • Mother cannot move son to US, judge rules Crime & Law Alan Erwin
  • Burma president urges evacuation of delta after floods Asia-Pacific
  • Four men charged following Athlone attacks Crime & Law Mark Hilliard
  • Government urged to lead campaign against nuclear weapons Irish News Cormac Duffy
  • Campaign to highlight pancreatic cancer ‘liberated’ Charlie Fell Religion & Beliefs Patsy McGarry
  • Family left homeless because council credit card had ‘maxed out’ Social Affairs Kitty Holland
  • Style contest a black-and-white affair at Dublin Horse Show Irish News Ronan McGreevy
  • Stradivarius violin recovered 35 years after theft US
  • Great British Bake Off betting suspended over leak fears UK
  • Waterford Whispers removes article after Denis O’Brien threat Irish News Colin Gleeson
  • Four Palestinians die in blast from ordnance found in Gaza war’s rubble Middle East
  • Labour leadership candidate Andy Burnham calls for nationalisation of British railways UK
  • IFA seeks tax breaks for rural businesses Irish News Ronan McGreevy
  • Democratic presidential candidates object to debate calendar US
  • New attraction celebrating ‘Irishness’ opens in Dublin Irish News Olivia Kelly
  • That’s Maths: When a walking route in central Paris is bridge too far Science Peter Lynch
  • The drugs work, and for more than one purpose Science Martha Finnegan
  • Young children among those rescued from capsized boat off Libya Africa
  • NASA camera reveals 'dark side' of the moon Science
  • Shark sightings force closure of Japanese beaches Asia-Pacific
  • Don't give Edam: Russia destroys seven tonnes of banned cheese Europe
  • The sun shines on Ladies' Day at the Horse Show Irish News

  • Sport

  • Munster bring in former Wallaby Chisholm to bolster secondrow options Rugby Gavin Cummiskey
  • Donegal’s Frank McGlynn braced for ‘massive challenge’ from Mayo Gaelic Football Ian O'Riordan
  • Southampton manager Ronald Koeman not taking Vitesse lightly Soccer
  • Joe Schmidt’s aim will be to keep alarm bells quiet ahead of World Cup International Gerry Thornley
  • Cian O’Sullivan happy to pile pressure on Kingdom Gaelic Football Ian O'Riordan
  • Dermott Lennon beats 52 on opening day at RDS Other Sports Ruth Loney
  • Zach Johnson looks forward to his return in Akron Golf
  • GAA statistics: Good start essential if Waterford are to spring a shock Hurling Eamon Donoghue
  • €225 for making a quarter-final – the lot of Irish tennis professional Other Sports Johnny Watterson
  • Colin Byrne: Walker Cup representation shows rude health of Irish golf Golf Colin Byrne
  • The Morning Sports Briefing Sport
  • RWC #44: Huw Richards sees red for Wales against the All Blacks International Patrick Madden
  • Ireland move up two places in latest Fifa rankings International
  • Canada trim training squad after coming last in Pacific Nations Cup International John O'Sullivan
  • Donnacha Ryan and Andrew Trimble return for Ireland International Gavin Cummiskey
  • Manchester United confirm Ángel Di María PSG switch English Soccer
  • Stuart Broad takes eight wickets as Australia bowled out for 60 Other Sports
  • Joe Schmidt: Cian Healy can make squad without playing warm-ups International Gavin Cummiskey
  • Return of the champ: McIlroy driving ball in practice Golf
  • James McCarthy signs new five-year deal at Everton English Soccer Andy Hunter
  • Jack Hume leads strong Irish performance in Slovakia Golf
  • Greg Broderick named in Ireland team for Aga Khan Other Sports Ruth Loney
  • Carrig’s Island Lad takes first place in Connemara championship Other Sports Margie McLoone
  • How Di Maria became United's €85m white elephant English Soccer
  • Fields Of Athenry leads Ballydoyle five-timer at Leopardstown Racing
  • Slaven Bilic’s gamble fails to pay off as West Ham exit Europa League Soccer
  • Broad’s stunning burst sets up dominant day and puts Ashes in sight for England Other Sports Mike Selvey
  • Graeme McDowell one shot off lead at Firestone Golf
  • Joe Schmidt names Ireland team to face Wales International
  • Thornley and Cummiskey preview Ireland's squad ahead of Wales test Rugby
  • Schmidt, Ryan and McFadden look ahead to Wales Sport

  • Business

  • A Crystal ball to predict the perfect email response Technology Marie Boran
  • SayWhat: a video version of Urban Dictionary Technology Marie Boran
  • The short but eventful life of HitchBOT Technology Marie Boran
  • Stockflare awarded funding from London Co-Investment Fund Technology Ciara O'Brien
  • Apple thunderstruck by firmware worm Technology Ciara O'Brien
  • Analysis: Receipts ahead of expectations but spending up Economy Arthur Beesley
  • Cantillon: Petroceltic’s bond suspension is a worry Energy & Resources
  • Cantillon: Rival for Big Four in accountancy merger Retail & Services
  • Corporation tax surge strengthens Coalition position Economy Arthur Beesley
  • Start-ups at highest level since late 2007, survey finds Economy Brendan Roche
  • ‘Walking on Sunshine’ bought by BMG for £10m Media & Marketing
  • Possible full merger for Lakeland Dairies and Fane Valley Agribusiness & Food Charlie Taylor
  • Parking services company NCPS returns to profit in 2014 Retail & Services Charlie Taylor
  • London City Airport to be put up for sale Transport & Tourism
  • Broadly, The Pool and Colette Fitzpatrick: Media for women, by women Media & Marketing Laura Slattery
  • Misunderstood ‘millennials’ examined in ad agency’s ‘new family’ study Media & Marketing Laura Slattery
  • Wild tour ‘nailed’ RTÉ Radio 1 slot for Ryan Tubridy Media & Marketing Laura Slattery
  • Nothing ages you more than a dig through your tech past Technology Karlin Lillington
  • Cantillon: Lots of interest in new rate increases Economy
  • Apple iOS 9: expect slicker Siri, improved multitasking Technology Ciara O'Brien
  • Kerry Group increases guidance for 2015 Agribusiness & Food Fiona Reddan
  • Services sector growth hits nine-year high in July Retail & Services Ciara O'Brien
  • Aviva Ireland reports 80% jump in H1 profits Financial Services Fiona Reddan
  • Irish Life continues to grow business in second quarter Financial Services Ciara O'Brien
  • Web Awards seeks most influential Irish website Media & Marketing Laura Slattery
  • Stronger ‘Right Hook’ gains listeners and business partner Media & Marketing Laura Slattery
  • Internet of Things brings terrifying potential security threats Technology John Holden
  • RSA Insurance shrinks Irish losses to £16m Financial Services Fiona Reddan
  • Zurich misses estimates as earnings drop 43% Financial Services
  • Healthcare services firm UDG reports strong third quarter Health & Pharma Ciara O'Brien
  • Seán FitzPatrick’s attempt to adjourn trial denied Financial Services Mark Hilliard
  • Tech Tools: Freaks3D means you can take your 3D printing with you Technology Ciara O'Brien
  • Tech Tools: Canon ME20F-SH helps film-makers see in the dark Technology Ciara O'Brien
  • Tech Tools review: Moto G Technology Ciara O'Brien
  • ‘Super Thursday’ reveals forecast for slow pick-up in inflation Economy
  • Adidas mulls sale of golf brands Retail & Services
  • Harvard MBAs give up on Wall Street Work
  • Revenue at Jazz Pharmaceuticals rises 15% in second quarter Health & Pharma
  • Chartered accountants sitting pretty after big salary rises Retail & Services Charlie Taylor
  • Zamano still on hunt for acquisitions despite approach Technology Charlie Taylor
  • Apple Music signs up more than 11m members since launch Technology
  • Consumer watchdog takes action against Vodafone Retail & Services Ciara O'Brien
  • Beer producers raise a glass as consumption rises Agribusiness & Food Charlie Taylor
  • Six Tesla car flaws allow hackers take control of vehicles Technology Hannah Kuchler
  • Marathon talks end with mobile merger Technology
  • Strong Q2 results for Fitbit Business Cormac Duffy

  • Opinion

  • Martyn Turner Opinion Martyn Turner
  • Warning over merger plan for Waterford IT and IT Carlow in south east Opinion Anthony Staines
  • Latest Greek bailout proposals – can another crisis be averted? Opinion Donal Donovan
  • Waiting for ‘Star Wars’ Letters
  • O’Donovan Rossa’s legacy Letters
  • Michael Flatley’s paintings Letters
  • Croke Park drubbings Letters
  • Lost property Letters
  • Education and the patronage system Letters
  • Science, research and the economy Letters
  • Inherited wealth and taxation Letters
  • Hiqa and State-run nursing homes Letters
  • Adoption and guardianship Letters
  • An Irishman’s Diary on tales from the darkroom Opinion Malachi O’Doherty
  • Honour the dead, ban the bomb Editorial
  • Sharing the road Editorial
  • Eamonn McCann: Hiroshima was a crime against humanity Opinion Eamonn McCann

  • Life & Style

  • Sotheby’s to relaunch ‘The Irish Sale’ in London Fine Art & Antiques Michael Parsons
  • Residential sales in Republic up one-third on last year New to Market James Rogers
  • Apartment size matters, but so does affordability Homes & Property Madeleine Lyons
  • Foxrock sales above €2m buck sluggish trend at the upper end in Dublin Homes & Property
  • Last-minute holiday deals: it’s miserable, get me out of here! Travel Joan Scales
  • Family Fortunes: Long Limerick summers of salmon, song and swimming People Denis O'Shaughnessy
  • The Kingdom on a horse: views of Kerry from a saddle | The Yes Woman People Laura Kennedy
  • Select: A feast of cuisine and culture at Kilkenny Arts Festival Food & Drink Rachel Collins
  • Wear it out: Menswear at its best from the high street front runners Fashion Emma Fraser
  • Breasts are everywhere these days. Here are seven reasons not to put them away... Health & Family Anthea McTeirnan
  • Lexus’ hoverboard is really real Motors Neil Briscoe

  • Culture

  • A glorious gamelan with a distinctive Irish accent Music Siobhan Long
  • 100 years ago today - an Irish Division lands at Suvla Bay Heritage Ronan McGreevy
  • ‘Bach demands that you give it the best part of yourself’ Music Michael Dervan
  • Susan Stairs on writing The Boy Between: ‘Following a debut is difficult’ Books Susan Stairs
  • Jim Carroll: Music playlists are increasingly becoming the product of algorithms – so does it matter? Music Jim Carroll
  • Pop Corner: One Direction’s ‘Drag Me Down’ is lifting us way up Music Ailbhe Malone
  • The Matchmaker review: loneliness and clerical domination wrapped in a farce Theatre Mary Leland
  • What’s on Friday: Kilkenny Arts Festival, Oliver Cole, Balanescu Quartet and Kolsch Culture
  • What’s on Saturday: Toumani & Sidiki Diabete, West-Fest, Maeve Showcase and Twitch Culture
  • What’s on Sunday: Buttons and Bows, and Nine Lives Culture
  • Marshlands review: death in a post-dictatorship Film Donald Clarke
  • Alberto Rodríguez’ Marshland: True Detective, paella style Film Tara Brady
  • Ever heard of a breast pump? TV breastfeeding sparks reaction tv-radio-web
  • The Diary of a Teenage Girl review: sex and the singular girl Film Donald Clarke
  • Conflict and resolution key themes in projects for 1916 Rising Heritage Elaine Edwards
  • Manglehorn review: an extremely odd film that's not quite mysterious enough Film Tara Brady
  • A Doctor’s Sword review: Secrets of an extraordinary life Film Tara Brady
  • Max review: a canine ‘American Sniper’ Film Donald Clarke
  • Jon Stewart’s ‘Daily Show’: 16 years thinking outside the box tv-radio-web Jeremy Egner , Dave Iztkoff , Kathryn Shattuck
  • Hard to Be a God review: a sprawling, epic, exhausting, disgusting masterpiece Film Tara Brady