US President Trump ordered the firing of a labor official, fuelling concerns about data credibility. The presidential election winner in Ireland may receive a refund of up to €250,000 for election expenses. A jury in Florida ordered Tesla to pay $329m over a fatal crash. US President Orders Labor Official Firing, Fuelling Data Credibility ConcernsUS President Donald Trump has ordered the firing of a labor official, raising concerns about the credibility of data and statistics. Ms. McGuinness has backing from a large party and its financial resources, while Ms. Connolly is seeking donations from supporters and smaller parties [2].Tesla Ordered to Pay $329M Over Fatal CrashA jury in Florida has ordered Tesla to pay $329 million over a fatal crash.

A good interview is about more than just asking questions; it’s about listening to their answers, observing their personality, and ultimately, trusting your gut. Questions About Their Experience & BackgroundThese questions are your starting point. Scenario-Based Questions: Testing Their JudgmentThis is arguably the most crucial part of the interview. Questions on Logistics and PracticalitiesThese questions are about the nuts and bolts of the job. What a Professional Babysitter Will Ask YouA sign of a truly great babysitter is that they come to the interview prepared with questions of their own.

“They approached me from behind and immediately smashed my glasses,” Dr Yadav said. Days on from the assault, Dr Yadav continues to suffer head trauma and swelling. He described the assault as “a brutal, unprovoked racist attack”, although “not an isolated incident”. “In the last year I’ve seen a huge increase in these incidents,” Dr Yadav said. “All Indian citizens in Ireland are advised to take reasonable precautions for their personal safety and avoid deserted areas, especially in odd hours,” it said.

Swimmer Daniel Wiffen withdraws from the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore due to ongoing appendicitis issues. Wiffen had defended his 1,500m freestyle title and won Olympic bronze in Paris. Daniel Wiffen, the Olympic 800m freestyle champion, has withdrawn from the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore due to ongoing appendicitis issues. The 24-year-old, who had defended his 1,500m freestyle title and won Olympic bronze in Paris, was unable to compete in the 800m freestyle final [1].Wiffen, who started brightly and led after 300 metres in the 800m freestyle final, faded as the race progressed. She has now dropped over three seconds from her personal best since the beginning of the year [4].References:[1] https://www.bbc.com/sport/swimming/articles/cvg0lvqm4ypo[2] https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/swimming/articles/cp94zrdkvmmo[3] https://www.irishtimes.com/sport/2025/07/31/daniel-wiffen-withdraws-from-world-championships/[4] https://www.independent.ie/sport/other-sports/swimming/ecstatic-ellie-mccartney-swims-lifetime-best-to-make-200m-breaststroke-final-at-the-world-aquatics-championships/a571914926.html

Munster Council's decision to seed Cork and Kerry in the provincial football championship has been criticized by Colm Collins. Collins suggests using the Football Review Committee model to reform the championship structures. Collins argues that the move will not solve the issue and that the Munster championship is a "complete joke." Munster Council's decision to seed Cork and Kerry in next year's provincial football championship has sparked criticism from Colm Collins, former Clare manager and member of Jim Gavin’s Football Review Committee. Collins suggests that a high-powered committee, along the lines of the Football Review Committee (FRC), review and make recommendations on future structures for the football championship [1].The Munster Championship has seen a decline in competitiveness, with Cork and Kerry dominating the scene.

The women were given suspended sentences for money laundering on behalf of the Boylan gang. Photograph: Getty Images/iStockphotoTwo women who were in toxic or coercive relationships with the leaders of a major organised crime group have avoided jail for money laundering on behalf of the gang. The Boylan gang formed one side of a violent feud between criminal gangs for the control of the drugs trade in the Co Louth town. Gardaí began investigating the finances of the Boylan gang in late 2022 and uncovered a large number of accounts in various banks. All three women pleaded guilty to money laundering offences between 2020 and 2021.

So, I pushed through my Leaving Cert, convinced I was fatigued from school and the stomach pains were just anxiety, even though I didn’t feel anxious. I had two copies of the C282Y gene, meaning I had homozygous hereditary haemochromatosis,” Kelly says. You may not look sick and put your symptoms down to stress or a busy lifestyle, but haemochromatosis can creep up quietly and cause serious damage if it’s missed. “Once normal iron levels are re-established, they can be maintained by periodic blood removal (2-5 times per year, depending on the individual). During this maintenance phase, if eligible, blood can be donated through the Irish Blood Transfusion Service.”About haemochromatosisHereditary haemochromatosis is the most common genetic disorder in Ireland.

– TV forerunner of the Naked Gun films – the cop shows being parodied were already drifting out of fashion. Akiva Schaffer, director and co-writer of the first Naked Gun film for more than 30 years, has taken some of those arguments on board. The Naked Gun was a joke-delivery system whose allusions to Cannon and The Streets of San Francisco were mere decoration. The Naked Gun: Eddie Yu as Detective Park, Liam Neeson as Frank Drebin Jr and Paul Walter Hauser as Ed Hocken Jr. [ Liam Neeson: From Paisley-loving Catholic boy to actor, then action man, now comedy starOpens in new window ]Neeson himself is more of a quandary.

The only piano tuner in Palestine, Sameh Asad, talks about why he is in Galway to apprentice with tuner Ciarán Ryan. Video: Laoise Murray

Social media giant X has lost a High Court challenge brought against Ireland’s broadcasting and online media regulator, Coimisiún na Meán, over its online safety code. Coimisiún na Meán’s online safety code, which was adopted last October and came into effect earlier this month, sets out legally binding rules for video-sharing platforms. In the context of this case, the judge noted the Digital Services Act treats provisions in the AVMSD “in a complementary manner”. The latter directive is not “displaced or substantially curtailed” by the Digital Services Act, the judge said, as had been submitted by X. X also argued that parts of the code strayed into the regulation of matters within the scope of the Digital Services Act.

CRH, a building materials manufacturer, has acquired Eco Material Technologies for $2.1 billion to enhance its North American operations. The acquisition provides access to a nationwide network for low-carbon cement production and positions CRH at the forefront of transitioning to next-generation cement and concrete. CRH, a leading provider of building materials, has announced the acquisition of Eco Material Technologies for $2.1 billion. CRH plans to fund the acquisition using its available cash and does not anticipate any change in its credit ratings. The deal is seen as a strategic move by analysts, who believe it will significantly expand CRH's cementitious capacity and strengthen its position in the North American market.References:[1] https://www.irishtimes.com/business/2025/07/29/crh-to-buy-us-cement-substitute-provider-eco-material-for-21bn/[2] https://www.citybiz.co/article/724211/crh-to-acquire-eco-material-technologies-for-2-1b/

The only piano tuner in Palestine, Sameh Asad, talks about why he is in Galway to apprentice with tuner Ciarán Ryan. Video: Laoise Murray

Ryanair's stance on oversized cabin bags has created a trust issue with passengers and the public. The airline has built its reputation on straight speaking, offering no-frills services and clear expectations. However, its incentive for staff to identify oversized bags and subsequent denial of a senior executive's commission statement has raised concerns about transparency and honesty. Ryanair's unique selling point of straight speaking is now under scrutiny, as passengers question whether they can trust the airline's word. Ryanair, the low-cost airline known for its straightforward approach and no-frills services, has recently faced a significant trust issue due to its stance on oversized cabin bags.

US stock futures rise on a new US-EU trade agreement and anticipation of key earnings reports from Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta. Investors show optimism ahead of a busy week of earnings. US stock futures surged on Monday, July 2, 2025, following the announcement of a new trade agreement between the United States and the European Union. The earnings reports are expected to provide further insights into the economic health of these companies and the broader market. The new US-EU trade agreement has provided some clarity and optimism, but investors will continue to monitor economic data and geopolitical developments.References:[1] https://www.cnn.com/2025/07/28/investing/us-stock-market[2] https://www.irishtimes.com/business/2025/07/28/global-markets-rise-after-us-eu-trade-agreement/

The only piano tuner in Palestine, Sameh Asad, talks about why he is in Galway to apprentice with tuner Ciarán Ryan. Video: Laoise Murray