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Bank of England holds rates as energy crisis deepens. Markets bet on November hike. Inflation pressures mount. What does this mean for Ireland?

Seven years after Center Parcs opened in Longford, Ballymahon is thriving. Local traders tell how the resort brought jobs, investment and year-round trade to a town once overlooked.

The national commercial vacancy rate fell to 14.5% in Q2 2026, the first annual drop since 2013, but the West and North-West still struggle with rates above 20%.

An Coimisiún Pleanála has delayed its ruling on Boyle's proposed Aldi store over bat licence concerns, leaving the town's regeneration hopes in limbo.

India's central bank keeps rates at 5.25%, bucking the regional trend as it waits for clearer inflation signals and relies on capital inflows to steady the rupee.

Airbus posts record deliveries and strong profits, signalling a win for European industry and workers. CEO Faury resolves engine dispute and eyes a fairer future.

Kerry Airport is thriving with record passenger numbers, secure fuel supplies, and a push for new sun routes, but road safety concerns remain a pressing local issue.

Shein's $99 million quarterly loss reveals the hidden costs of fast fashion and the impact of closing trade loopholes. A reflection on worker rights, fair trade, and the future of global commerce.

Siptu urges childcare workers to reject 'unjust' 80c pay rise, calling for at least €1 an hour increase as €45m state funding hangs in the balance.

Ireland is losing out on major investments in data centres and life sciences as global priorities shift to the US and parts of Europe, according to PM Group CEO Anthony O'Rourke.

New figures show UK job vacancies falling as small businesses struggle under rising costs. What does this mean for workers in Ireland and the North?

Six out of ten Dubliners say the taxi shortage is keeping them home at night. The LVA calls for regulatory reform and ride-hailing apps to fix a broken system.

In a bold stand for fair competition, 11 US states have filed a lawsuit to block Paramount's $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros Discovery, arguing it would create a media monopoly that harms consumers and workers.

Profits at the Irish Daily Mail's publisher collapsed to €26,000 after a near €1m write-down on its Everymum investment, while dividends and director pay remained untouched.

Middle East conflict drives oil prices past $119 per barrel, threatening Ireland's €370 million food export trade as vital shipping routes close and energy costs soar.

Wicklow transport operator faces €20,000 fuel cost increase as diesel prices soar, threatening essential community services and rural tourism across Ireland.

Diesel price surge threatens essential transport services across Ireland as Wicklow operator faces €20,000 annual increase, putting community connections at risk.

Trump's new 10% tariffs threaten Irish families with higher costs while undermining international cooperation. Ireland must strengthen European partnerships against American economic imperialism.

DP World CEO's resignation over Epstein ties exposes the moral bankruptcy of global corporate elites and their exploitation networks across the Middle East.

DP World CEO resigns as Epstein files reveal how corporate elites built influence networks across Middle East, prompting investor boycotts and calls for transparency.