PrEP Program a ‘Sea Change’ for Fighting HIV in Ireland Says Researcher

PrEP Program a ‘Sea Change’ for Fighting HIV in Ireland Says Researcher

A researcher has said the HIV preventative drug PrEP, available from the start of next month, could mean “a sea change” for tackling the epidemic in Ireland. Dr Paddy Mallon, professor of microbial diseases in UCD and consultant in St...
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Dyson Cancels Plans to Build Electric Cars

Dyson Cancels Plans to Build Electric Cars

James Dyson has announced a project to build electric cars has been scrapped. The inventor, best known for his vacuum cleaners, said engineers had developed a “fantastic electric car” but it was not commercially viable. In an email to workers,...
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British Airways to Become First UK Airline to Offset Emissions on all Domestic Flights

British Airways to Become First UK Airline to Offset Emissions on all Domestic Flights

British Airways says it will become the first UK airline to offset carbon emissions on all its domestic flights. From January 2020, the carrier will invest in carbon reduction projects around the world to offset emissions from its flights within...
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Super Typhoon Hagibis Wipes Out England Clash and Leaves Scotland in Limbo

Super Typhoon Hagibis Wipes Out England Clash and Leaves Scotland in Limbo

England’s group decider against France on Saturday has been cancelled due to the approach of Super Typhoon Hagibis in one of the most extraordinary days in 32 years of World Cup history. Each team will take two points from the...
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Parisse Hits Out at World Rugby After Cancellation of All Blacks vs Italy Game

Parisse Hits Out at World Rugby After Cancellation of All Blacks vs Italy Game

Sergio Parisse has hit out at World Rugby’s “ridiculous” decision to cancel Italy’s World Cup match against New Zealand. Super Typhoon Hagibis is due to hit Japan this weekend and World Rugby has cancelled the clash, along with England’s meeting...
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Out&About

Out&About

By Paddy McCarthy It was one of the saddest moments when I heard my great friend Joe Murphy passed away on Saturday night after putting up a big fight during a long illness. I am so proud that I crossed...
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Wrightbus Rescue Hangs in the Balance After Former Owner Says Deal Was Off

Wrightbus Rescue Hangs in the Balance After Former Owner Says Deal Was Off

The fate of troubled bus builder Wrightbus hangs in the balance after a former owner said a deal to buy the Co Antrim-based company was off. Jeff Wright, who owns the factory premises, said it was “deeply regrettable” that a...
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“Joker” Premieres at Film @ Lincoln Center’s 57th New York Film Festival

“Joker” Premieres at Film @ Lincoln Center’s 57th New York Film Festival

Oscar nominee Joaquin Phoenix stars in the title role of Todd Phillips’ ” Joker,” alongside Oscar winner Robert De Niro and Zazie Beetz. Golden Lion winner for Best Film at the Venice Film Festival, the film is being heralded by critics...
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Irish Government Considering Limiting Sale of Vaping Products To Minors

Irish Government Considering Limiting Sale of Vaping Products To Minors

The government is to consider restricting the sale of vaping products to minors and prohibiting advertising. Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said that any changes to legislation on e-cigarettes will be based on scientific advice and what is advised by public health...
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Luxe Hotels Founder/Chairman  Efrem Harkham Reveals Business and Life Philosophies in His Recent Memoir

Luxe Hotels Founder/Chairman Efrem Harkham Reveals Business and Life Philosophies in His Recent Memoir

“Living the Luxe Life: The Secrets of Building a Successful Hotel Empire” Authors: Efrem Harkham with Mark Bego Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing When veteran hotelier Efrem Harkham bought a struggling hotel in Bel Air 31 years ago, little did he know...
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