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Conor Pope’s big regret? Too many to mention . . .

Conor Pope’s big regret? Too many to mention . . .

But he’ll give it a go

Thu Sept 08 2016 - 13:00
Talcum powder unlikely to have killed woman, expert says

Talcum powder unlikely to have killed woman, expert says

Consultant responds to findings of a Dublin inquest on the death of Therese Lawlor

Wed Sept 07 2016 - 18:30
European Commission criticised for roaming charges ‘U-turn’

European Commission criticised for roaming charges ‘U-turn’

New ‘fair usage policy’ contradicts plan to scrap fees, says Fianna Fáil’s Timmy Dooley

Wed Sept 07 2016 - 13:30
Sugar tax vital in battle against obesity, says leading expert

Sugar tax vital in battle against obesity, says leading expert

Contentious levy ‘most important’ thing Government can do to tackle this malaise

Tue Sept 06 2016 - 01:00
A one-way ticket to frustration on Bus Éireann

A one-way ticket to frustration on Bus Éireann

The company’s trial seat-reservation system caused one customer heartache

Mon Sept 05 2016 - 01:00
Processed food: bad for the heart and the wallet

Processed food: bad for the heart and the wallet

Food purchasing isn’t just about cost. If you don’t consider health factors also, you could end up paying the ultimate price

Mon Sept 05 2016 - 01:00
Kevin Thornton: Losing Michelin star was ‘stab in the heart’

Kevin Thornton: Losing Michelin star was ‘stab in the heart’

One of Ireland’s top chefs is to close his Dublin restaurant after more than 25 years

Thu Sept 01 2016 - 01:00
Leading chef Kevin Thornton to close Dublin restaurant

Leading chef Kevin Thornton to close Dublin restaurant

Chef widely regarded as one of country’s best makes ‘sad decision’ to shut business in October

Thu Sept 01 2016 - 01:00
Aer Lingus loses a bag and the customer loses his patience

Aer Lingus loses a bag and the customer loses his patience

Plus: The buyer of a faulty printer is not automatically entitled to a replacement

Mon Aug 29 2016 - 01:00
‘An eagle can crush a monkey’s skull with one foot’

‘An eagle can crush a monkey’s skull with one foot’

A Verreaux’s eagle can bring 700lb of pressure to bear with its talons. And for some reason I’m about to invite Storm, a prime example of her species, on to my arm

Fri Aug 26 2016 - 06:00
Irish grocers see  consumer spending rise for fifth quarter

Irish grocers see consumer spending rise for fifth quarter

Fourth highest quarterly takings in eight years helped by Euro 2016 bounce

Mon Aug 22 2016 - 06:40
The hidden costs of drinking bottled water

The hidden costs of drinking bottled water

Bottled water sales are growing at a much faster rate than soft drinks. This might be better for your health, but it is terrible for the environment – and your pocket

Mon Aug 22 2016 - 06:00
Don’t leak now: four water bottles put to the test

Don’t leak now: four water bottles put to the test

It’s almost back-to-school time – which of these four vessels will last the distance?

Mon Aug 22 2016 - 01:00
An Post worker says battery ban is down to ‘our history’

An Post worker says battery ban is down to ‘our history’

Plus: can debt collectors pursue a late debtor’s offspring?

Mon Aug 22 2016 - 01:00
Give Me a Crash Course In . . . friendly, liveable Ireland

Give Me a Crash Course In . . . friendly, liveable Ireland

Dublin and Galway are both among Condé Nast Traveller’s top cities. Are we not a nation of begrdugers after all?

Sat Aug 20 2016 - 05:45
Parents spend €450 monthly 'supporting' students

Parents spend €450 monthly 'supporting' students

Irish League of Credit Unions data shows 87% will back children financially while in college

Thu Aug 18 2016 - 01:00
Dublin 3rd most friendly city in the world

Dublin 3rd most friendly city in the world

Conde Naste have voted Dublin and Galway in the top ten most friendly cities, but who else made the list?

Tue Aug 16 2016 - 17:09
What is the story  with the Olympics ticketing controversy?

What is the story with the Olympics ticketing controversy?

Conor Pope’s Q&A on the background to the ongoing row over Irish tickets in Rio

Tue Aug 16 2016 - 13:39
Ireland 12th best place to live in broad global index

Ireland 12th best place to live in broad global index

Social Progress Index: Republic scores well on needs such as health, education, equality

Tue Aug 16 2016 - 01:00
You want two children? That’ll be €500,000 please

You want two children? That’ll be €500,000 please

Irish parents of two children will have to spend an estimated half a million euro over 25 years as a direct consequence of their offspring

Mon Aug 15 2016 - 06:00
Consumer confidence driving spending increases across sectors

Consumer confidence driving spending increases across sectors

Aftermath of Brexit not dimming confidence, claims Smurfit business school monitor

Mon Aug 15 2016 - 01:00
Rise of 6% in household income fuels consumer spending

Rise of 6% in household income fuels consumer spending

Confidence still strong despite Brexit and certainty concerning sustained recovery

Mon Aug 15 2016 - 01:00
Ryanair’s ‘visa’ stamp requirement leaves Americans in a rage and out of pocket

Ryanair’s ‘visa’ stamp requirement leaves Americans in a rage and out of pocket

Ryanair defends policy by saying it can’t afford to take the risk of a £4,000-per-passenger fine

Mon Aug 15 2016 - 01:00
Troubled mortgages: Housing body to take on vulture funds

Troubled mortgages: Housing body to take on vulture funds

Plans in train for voluntary body to competefor €150m home loans by next summer

Sun Aug 14 2016 - 19:35
Consumer commission to focus on cartels and car clocking

Consumer commission to focus on cartels and car clocking

Bid rigging and second-hand motor sector to be viewed as area of priority over next year

Sun Aug 14 2016 - 14:28
Small changes could cut motor insurance by €200

Small changes could cut motor insurance by €200

AA Ireland’s Conor Faughnan says there is sickness in Irish insurance market

Sat Aug 13 2016 - 01:00
A catalogue of errors – how Christmas came too early

A catalogue of errors – how Christmas came too early

Delivery of festive shopping booklet marks the beginning of this year’s onslaught

Thu Aug 11 2016 - 12:25
Smoker lies causing life insurance prices to rise, AA says

Smoker lies causing life insurance prices to rise, AA says

Many do not reveal their habit when seeking or renewing polices pushing up costs for others

Thu Aug 11 2016 - 10:44
Fade Street Social served with food safety closure order

Fade Street Social served with food safety closure order

Restaurant shut for one day last month over ‘minor plumbing issue’

Mon Aug 08 2016 - 13:18
The battle of the tortilla chips

The battle of the tortilla chips

Four easily available options put to the test

Mon Aug 08 2016 - 01:00
The very high price of being single

The very high price of being single

Rent is the big one, but there are several fiscal advantages to being in a couple

Mon Aug 08 2016 - 01:00
Consumer queries: Driven to distraction  by motor tax unfairness

Consumer queries: Driven to distraction by motor tax unfairness

Plus: Beware the extended warranty

Mon Aug 08 2016 - 01:00
Concern donors hit by multiple debit error

Concern donors hit by multiple debit error

Software glitch exposed donor accounts to hugely inflated monthly withdrawals

Thu Aug 04 2016 - 01:00
Claim of free education  in Ireland ‘an insult’, Barnardos says

Claim of free education in Ireland ‘an insult’, Barnardos says

Charity says parents ‘at the end of their tether trying to grapple with’ school costs

Wed Aug 03 2016 - 08:21
Irish Life to enter Irish health insurance market

Irish Life to enter Irish health insurance market

Acquisition of Aviva Health and GloHealth will give new brand 21% share of the market

Tue Aug 02 2016 - 18:26
Supermarket sales boost from Euro 2016

Supermarket sales boost from Euro 2016

Irish market records a 3% sales bounce during football tournament as Supervalu retains its lead

Tue Aug 02 2016 - 11:50
Irish potato prices are the second-highest in Europe

Irish potato prices are the second-highest in Europe

State is also the most expensive country in EU for alcohol, according to Eurostat study

Tue Aug 02 2016 - 09:13
Just 145 days to go: A Christmas store is already open

Just 145 days to go: A Christmas store is already open

Selfridges opens its seasonal shop in response to ‘overseas’ demand

Mon Aug 01 2016 - 16:33
National Gallery and Guinness Storehouse  top tourist charts

National Gallery and Guinness Storehouse top tourist charts

Cliffs of Moher and IMMA among best performers, Fáilte Ireland figures show

Mon Aug 01 2016 - 16:03
Dear Minister, why is school so expensive? Love Pricewatch

Dear Minister, why is school so expensive? Love Pricewatch

Since free education was introduced in the 1960s, Irish parents have spent more than €20 billion putting their children through school

Mon Aug 01 2016 - 01:00
Consumer queries: Ryanair unapologetic about boarding pass predicament

Consumer queries: Ryanair unapologetic about boarding pass predicament

Plus: Knock-on effects of Low Cost Holidays going bust

Mon Aug 01 2016 - 01:00
Leading Irish publican Oliver Hughes dies suddenly

Leading Irish publican Oliver Hughes dies suddenly

Co-founder of the Porterhouse group and owner of Lillies Bordello taken ill on Saturday night

Sun Jul 31 2016 - 20:22
Almost 800 released from debt after shorter bankruptcy

Almost 800 released from debt after shorter bankruptcy

First group set to restart lives without the onerous ‘burden of unsustainable debt’

Fri Jul 29 2016 - 01:00
The world’s hottest chilli pepper is put to the test

The world’s hottest chilli pepper is put to the test

Conor Pope takes on the notorious Carolina Reaper chilli - and lives to tell the tale

Wed Jul 27 2016 - 18:28
What will Longford’s Center Parcs be like when completed?

What will Longford’s Center Parcs be like when completed?

There will be over 500 lodges and apartments and a glass-roofed swimming complex

Wed Jul 27 2016 - 10:40
Credit union loan scheme to low-income families to be expanded

Credit union loan scheme to low-income families to be expanded

Since the scheme was launched, more than 1,200 loans have been drawn down

Tue Jul 26 2016 - 21:09
Consumer queries: New EU roaming caps cause confusion

Consumer queries: New EU roaming caps cause confusion

Plus: High praise for Amazon’s helpdesk

Mon Jul 25 2016 - 01:00
Four kinds of pesto put to the testo

Four kinds of pesto put to the testo

Three shop-bought jars and a DIY option: which is the tastiest?

Mon Jul 25 2016 - 01:00
Live like a rock star at a glampsite in Slane

Live like a rock star at a glampsite in Slane

At Rock Farm on the estate of the Mount Charles family, you can hang from trees, take the ultimate lazy cycle or cook your own wood-fired pizza

Fri Jul 22 2016 - 06:00
Want to eat local? New online map identifies  Irish food  champions

Want to eat local? New online map identifies Irish food champions

Interactive map lets diners find restaurants around Ireland that focus on local artisans and producers

Tue Jul 19 2016 - 15:56
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