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Barbie named biggest Irish box office hit of 2023

Wed, 07/10/2024 - 13:21
The Margot Robbie co-produced Barbie was the biggest box office hit of 2023 here when it generated €9.9m at the Irish box office.

Volkswagen under pressure as China sales fall

Wed, 07/10/2024 - 12:59
Volkswagen shares slipped today after an overnight profit warning triggered in part by the possible closure of an Audi plant and a 3.8% drop in second quarter sales dented by China.

Amazon's total emissions fell last year

Wed, 07/10/2024 - 12:40
E-commerce giant Amazon's overall emissions fell 3% last year as the company met a goal for all of the electricity it consumes globally to be matched with renewable power, it said today.

Worker says she quit job over handling of bullying probe

Wed, 07/10/2024 - 12:09
A former software company account executive who claimed an "angry and very aggressive" outburst from its CEO left her so upset she was "physically sick" on her way home from work has accused the firm of constructive dismissal over its handling of her bullying complaint.

Rates on new Irish mortgages fell slightly in May

Wed, 07/10/2024 - 12:08
Interest rates charged on new mortgages in Ireland fell in May, according to new data released by the Central Bank.

China consumer prices rise slightly in June

Wed, 07/10/2024 - 09:21
China consumer prices edged up in June, according to official, but fell short of analyst expectations as the country's economic recovery continues to falter.

Microsoft ditches observer board seat at OpenAI

Wed, 07/10/2024 - 08:05
Microsoft has ditched the board observer seat at OpenAI that has drawn regulatory scrutiny on both sides of the Atlantic, saying it was not necessary after the AI start-up's governance had improved significantly in the past eight months.

National Enterprise Hub launched to support businesses

Wed, 07/10/2024 - 08:04
A new resource to help businesses access a range of government supports called the National Enterprise Hub has been launched today by Minister for Enterprise Peter Burke.

First half earnings leap 88% at Hostelworld

Wed, 07/10/2024 - 07:48
Earnings before interest tax depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) at online travel agent, Hostelworld, rose 88% in the first half of the year compared to the same period last yea

Revenue at Grafton Group slips 4.4% during first half

Wed, 07/10/2024 - 07:43
Group revenue at building and DIY supplies group, Grafton, was down 4.4% to £1.14bn between January and June when compared to the same period last year, the company has said.

Denmark to introduce world's first livestock carbon tax

Wed, 07/10/2024 - 07:34
Denmark will introduce the world's first carbon tax on livestock, a unique measure designed to bring the Scandinavian country closer to its goal of carbon neutrality by 2045.

Ireland's first 3D printed homes being built in Dundalk

Wed, 07/10/2024 - 07:02
Layer by layer, a 3D concrete printing machine has been building new homes in Dundalk from the ground up over the last two weeks. The three social housing units located at Grange Close in Dundalk, will be the first 3D printed homes in Ireland.

Samsung union in South Korea to strike 'indefinitely'

Wed, 07/10/2024 - 06:49
A workers' union at techgiant Samsung Electronics in South Korea said would continue to strike indefinitely, stepping up its campaign for better pay and benefits.

Adidas set to benefit as Nike struggles

Wed, 07/10/2024 - 06:38
The success of Adidas' low-rise multi-coloured Samba and Gazelle sneakers, along with weaker sales at rival Nike, should help the German sportswear brand deliver strong second-quarter sales and its biggest profit margin in three years.

IALPA awaits Labour Court response on pay deal

Wed, 07/10/2024 - 00:01
The Irish Airline Pilots' Association (IALPA) is awaiting a response from the Labour Court to questions it asked about proposals aimed at ending its long-running pay dispute with Aer Lingus.

Wage growth in Ireland rose to 4.3% in June

Wed, 07/10/2024 - 00:01
Year-on-year wage growth in Ireland was 4.3% in June, up slightly from the 4% to 4.1% range recorded since the start of this year, according to new research.

Parents take on debt to pay back to school costs - survey

Wed, 07/10/2024 - 00:01
More than one in four parents say they take on debt to cover back to school costs for their children, a new report has found.

New enhanced unemployment benefit rules passed

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 19:56
Planned new laws aimed at ensuring enhanced benefits for those with a strong work history who become unemployed have passed through the Oireachtas.

Calls on Government to postpone August excise duty hike

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 17:12
Renewed calls have been made on the Government to postpone the next scheduled increase in excise duty on fuel which is due to kick in at the start of next month.

Group objects to Dublin Airport observation point

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 16:37
A north county Dublin residents group has called on Fingal County Council to refuse planning permission for daa's new plans for an observation point for plane spotters.

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