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Ireland is 'a doormat to firms like Apple' for tax
THE row over Ireland's low tax regime deepened today after a UK expert described the country as a "doormat state" for large companies.
Credit card scam hits Jack and Jill charity
A credit card scam involving €130,000 in donations has been uncovered by the Jack and Jill Foundation, which provides care for terminally ill children in their own homes.
Teen boy wins his freedom
The High Court has ordered the immediate release from custody of a 17-year-old boy detained at St Patrick's Institution for young offenders.
Rescued pups hoping to find new homes
THESE adorable puppies are looking for new homes.
Gatsby-loving women in a flap for 1920s accessories
Great Gatsby style might be back, but unless you have a waif-like figure, a flapper dress is not the easiest look to pull off.
Irish food at risk from UK nuke disaster
IRELAND'S food would be heavily contaminated in the event of a very severe accident at one of the proposed nuclear power stations in the UK.
Part zebra, part giraffe, okapis are coming to Dublin
DUBLIN Zoo is preparing for two new arrivals, which are sure to be a hit with visitors this summer.
Party reveller out of his head
A REVELLER at a 21st birthday party was so "drunk out of his mind" as he made his way home after 8am that gardai had to arrest him for his own safety.
Tablet cheaper in US
THE next generation tablet – Microsoft's Surface Pro – is on sale in Ireland for 26pc more than in the US.
Smartphone increase
MOBILE network giant Vodafone Ireland has recorded a 30pc increase in smartphones on the network as the group posted its largest ever quarterly fall in key organic service revenue.
Airline price overhaul
EUROPEAN airlines face a major price overhaul as travellers are becoming increasingly competitive.
2,500 for conferences
ENTERPRISE Ireland is hosting four major conferences with 2,500 attendees in Dublin and Cork as part of Ireland's Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
Primark help for victims
PRIMARK has pledged to go it alone in helping victims of the building collapse in Bangladesh in which 1,100 workers were killed.
Shatter says sorry to Wallace as TDs call for him to quit
ALAN Shatter has apologised for using confidential Garda information against political opponent Mick Wallace.
At last, an app to help you complain
SMARTPHONE users could soon have a direct line to their local council to complain about litter, potholes and noisy neighbours.
Parents' fury at pipe bomb left in children's area
A pipe bomb discovered beside a flats complex has caused fear and anger among residents.
Beauty is no guide to a woman's healthiness
There seems to be a difference between the sexes when it comes to being attractive and also having a strong immune system.
Thatcher's tycoon pal buys Ashford Castle
SHE is a glamorous South African businesswoman whose husband was close friends with the late Margaret Thatcher.
€3m makeover is on track at Leopardstown
Leopardstown Racecourse is undergoing a €3m makeover including a new grandstand area.
Tragic suicide sisters' mum in new baby joy
THE mother of two teenage girls who took their own lives within six weeks of each other last year has spoken of her joy after giving birth to a boy.
Actor helping pal walk again
A FAIR City actor has told of his desperate bid to raise thousands of euro to help his close friend walk again.
Pistorius's cop brother cleared
The brother of Olympian Oscar Pistorius, who is accused of murdering his girlfriend, cried tears of relief as a magistrate acquitted him of culpable homicide in the death of a woman in a car accident.
Rape trial in its closing stages
The trial of a man accused of raping a woman at a Tipperary house has reached its closing stages.
Dundon battles to delay rugby star killing trial
A MAN accused of the murder of Garryowen rugby player Shane Geoghegan has brought a High Court action aimed at delaying the start of his trial.
Drug addict from 'a good family' jailed for dealing
A YOUNG mechanic from a good family who became a drug dealer was caught throwing €6,000 worth of cannabis out of his bedroom window when gardai raided the house
Heroin 'slip' cost ex-user community service order
A JUDGE has refused to make a community service order in the case of a former heroin addict who was caught with €660 worth of the drug in a "slip" after 12 years of being clean.
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Engagement party rocks
THERE was plenty of bling on show at Hayley Rock's engagement party last weekend.
'It's been a great year, but I'd love to see an Irish girl win Miss Universe title'
SHE has a body most of us would kill for, but Miss Universe Ireland, Adrienne Murphy, is hoping her other half can whip her into even better shape.
Radio Nova unites old buccaneers
AHOY! Some of the biggest names in Irish broadcasting came together to recall their pirate radio days.
Missed out on Louis' auditions? Try Twink's panto
LOUIS Walsh's boyband rejects could have another shot at fame – with Twink.
Want to look this good at 55? Then stick with veggies
WOMEN wondering about the secret to eternal youth need look no further than actress Sharon Stone.
I'm not a party animal like Kenny, laughs Katie
OLYMPIC boxer Katie Taylor says her family and faith kept her away from a party lifestyle after the Olympics.
Baby Klay Rooney makes photo debut with big bro
HE'S not even two days old – but we're already acquainted with Klay Rooney.
RTE is to blame for our Eurovision flop, says three-times winner Johnny
IRELAND'S most successful Eurovision artist is fuming with RTE's handling of the contest.
Judge Tulisa quits X Factor role
THE return of Sharon Osbourne to the X Factor judging panel looks even more likely after Tulisa Contostavlos announced she is to leave the show.
Daniella's heading for Hollywood after being signed by top agency
IT won't be long until model Daniella Moyles moves to the Hollywood hills.
