Minister for Health, Jennifer Carroll MacNeill TD, has issued a public apology following the publication of HIQA’s independent review into governance failures at Children’s Health Ireland (CHI), specifically regarding the use of non-CE marked springs in spinal surgeries at CHI at Temple Street. In her statement, Minister Carroll MacNeill acknowledged the harm caused to three […]
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Ireland is set to significantly expand its aircraft mechanic apprenticeship program, with the number of training places increasing from 79 in 2024 to 160 by September 2025. This initiative follows a thorough consultation with industry stakeholders in the aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul sector. Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Science James […]
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Young women are the most underserved market for financial services. A gradual, structured approach to their financial inclusion, starting with savings and complemented by non-financial support – is key. Commercial financial service providers (FSPs) often have limited ability and interest to invest in these services, especially over the timespan required for the hardest-to-reach segments of […]
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Ten days after a 7.7 magnitude quake levelled buildings and buckled bridges across central Myanmar, the latest death toll has passed 3,500 and is “likely to rise”, said Titon Mitra, UN Development Programme (UNDP) Regional Representative in the country, speaking from the devastated city of Mandalay. He said that the response has moved into a […]
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In 2024, China’s dominance in global shipbuilding became evident as the China State Shipbuilding Corporation delivered over 250 ships, totaling 14 million gross tons. By contrast, U.S. shipbuilders produced only five ships, accounting for just 76,000 gross tons. This stark contrast highlights China’s unparalleled scale and efficiency in maritime production. On the tech front, China […]
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The global financial landscape faced significant turmoil as the repercussions of Donald Trump’s tariffs unfolded, wiping out a staggering $9.5 trillion from financial markets over three trading sessions. Key points from the market meltdown include: The Athens Stock Exchange mirrored the global downturn, signaling a technical correction with a decline exceeding 10% from its annual […]
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Dr. Kunle Olukotun, a British-born Nigerian computer scientist, is a trailblazer in the world of computer architecture. Widely recognized as the “father of the multi-core processor,” Olukotun’s innovations have fundamentally transformed how modern computers operate, making him a central figure in the evolution of parallel computing. After earning his bachelor’s degree from Calvin College and […]
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China has officially entered the global green sovereign bond market with the launch of its inaugural 6 billion yuan ($825 million) green bond on the London Stock Exchange. This landmark issuance underscores China’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2060 and expanding its influence in the $3 trillion global green bond market. Key Details of […]
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Following the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake on 28 March 2025, the European Commission is allocating an additional €10 million in humanitarian aid. This funding will provide emergency shelter, medical care, clean water, and sanitation to affected communities, as well as family tracing and reunification amongst others. This brings the EU’s total earthquake response for Myanmar […]
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Iranian authorities are poised to carry out amputation sentences on three prisoners, Hadi Rostami, Mehdi Sharifian, and Mehdi Shahivand, for robbery convictions. Amnesty International warned on Friday that these executions, scheduled to begin as early as April 11, amount to torture and violate international law, especially given the prisoners’ lack of fair trials and legal […]
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