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It’s been 40 years since we joined the EU, so how did it all happen?
The National Museum in Collins Barracks is running an exhibition to mark the anniversary until 27 June.
LRC recommends cuts to overtime and sick leave for Dublin Bus drivers Exclusive
The Labour Relations Commission said that there is no proposal to reduce core or basic pay but acknowledged that many of the proposals would “impact significantly” on employees.
150 doctors write to Obama offering services to Guantánamo hunger strikers
The more than 100 detainees on hunger strike at the detention facility have said that they do not trust military doctors who engaged in painful force-feeding.
Yesterday’s News
Petrol bomb explodes beside 4-year-old girl playing on Belfast street
The PSNI said the girls is not believed to have been injured but is asking parents in the area to ensure they know the whereabouts of their children.
The 5 at 5: Tuesday
5 stories, 5 minutes, 5 o’clock.
Facebook campaigns have the power to ‘dramatically boost’ organ donation
A campaign in the US last year resulted in a 21-fold increase in registration.
Trafficked worker in Ireland: I was threatened, confined and treated as a slave
Over 180 cases of modern day slavery have been uncovered here in the last six years and victims are calling for protection in the law.
Monday 17 June, 2013
G8 protester fast-tracked through court after failure to remove disguise
Police said the 19-year-old was also charged with disorderly behaviour and resisting arrest
The 5 at 5: Monday
5 stories, 5 minutes, 5 o’clock.
Most prosecutions for failure to pay pension contributions were construction firms
In the Pension Board’s annual report, it also criticised the poor pension administration and expressed concern about low assets for defined benefit schemes.
Open thread: How do you feel about low-paying or unpaid internships?
Minister Joan Burton has welcomed criticism of the JobBridge scheme, but what do you think of unpaid internships in general?
217 people have worked JobBridge internships in government departments Exclusive
Figures provided to TheJournal.ie show that the Department of Justice and Equality currently has the most JobBride interns.
Sunday 16 June, 2013
Man taken to hospital after being stabbed in the neck at Dublin halting site
It is understood two men in the area who were known to each other became involved in an altercation earlier today.
One in five parents to take children out of school early for holidays
The average primary school pupil misses 11 out of 183 days of a school year.
Only in Ireland Pic of the Day
Take care on the road from Limerick to Ballybunion today.
Taoiseach to discuss trade opportunities with Canadian Prime Minister in Dublin
Canada currently attracts 25 per cent of all Irish investment abroad and around 60 Irish businesses have a presence there.
Gardaí urge caution on roads with heavy rainfall ahead
Met Éireann issued a weather warning for Cork, Kerry and Waterford today with more than 50 mm of rain expected in some areas.
Weird Wide Web: Taxi-sharing, busy fingers and a panoramic view
All of your essential tech and social media news for the week in one byte-sized portion.
Explainer: Why should you get a European Health Insurance Card before travelling?
Of course we hope you don’t get sick on your holidays, but just in case…
Poll: Should we increase the minimum wage?
Minister Joan Burton has called for a rise in the current wage of €8.65 per hour. Do you agree with her?
26-year-old dies after crash with tour bus in Wicklow
The man was seriously injured in the collision which took place on Friday afternoon.
The 9 at 9: Sunday
Good morning! Here are nine things to know before you start your day…
Saturday 15 June, 2013
Man remains in critical condition after collision with tour bus
The man was airlifted to hospital after the crash yesterday afternoon.
Fire service called to chemical fire at Trinity College lab
Ten units of the Dublin Fire Brigade attended the incident which has now been brought under control.
55% of voters in new poll ready to bid farewell to Seanad
Support for scrapping the Seanad is highest among males, those over 50 and residents in Connacht and Ulster
Warning: Irish children are short-changing their dads on Father’s Day gifts
How much do you usually spend on your dad?
Dáil bar racked up over €145,000 in profits last year
The restaurant and bar combined made total sales of over one million euro in 2012.
Charges for public beds will drive insurance premiums up 30%
In the government’s health bill, published yesterday, there could now be a daily charge for a single occupancy room of up to €1,122.
Poll: Should we legalise cannabis?
Independent TD Luke Ming Flanagan is working on a bill that would allow people to both buy it and grow it themselves. Would you support this?
The 9 at 9: Saturday
Good morning! Here are nine things to know before you start your day…
43-year-old man killed in Dundalk collision
The man was the sole occupant of the car in the single vehicle collision.
Friday 14 June, 2013
Irish businessman may lead Lidl expansion into US
The MD of Lidl Ireland has been tasked with conducting an analysis of the market to see if entering it would be feasible.
Levels of employment in European Union still falling
Figures published by Eurostat show that over 220 million people were employed in the EU in the first quarter of this year.
Major Limerick rejuvenation plan to create 5,000 jobs
Don’t get too excited though, the new plan for Limerick is spread over the next 17 years.
Over 3,000 domestic abuse victims helped by support commission last year
The Commission for the Support of Victims of Crime helped more than 15,000 people last year.
Medical volunteer in Turkey fighting for his life after being beaten by police
Medical personnel who have set up temporary facilities to help those injured in protests say they have been directly targeted by police.
Thursday 13 June, 2013
Maeve Binchy gets posthumous award as one of Ireland’s most powerful women
Other notable winners include actress Fiona Shaw and Olympic Gold Medalist Katie Taylor.
Property sector accounts for almost half of outstanding business loans
Lending to both small and large businesses in this sector continued to fall over the the last year.
Woman arrested after bomb found under Belfast police officer’s car
The incident occurred in December at the home of the police officer where he was getting ready to go for lunch with his wife and children.
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