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  • food and drink

The EU's pending free-trade deals are expected to hit the beef industry hardest

But a new EU study said agreements like the controversial TTIP will be positive for the dairy sector.

  • 3 min read
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'After years as an undercover detective I wanted a change. So I started my own spice business'

Shakeel Jeeroburkan

Shakeel Jeeroburkan

Founder, Spice Devils

This food startup founder left the Mauritius police force to move to Ireland.

  • 6 min read
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You'll soon be able to fly direct from Dublin to Miami on an Aer Lingus plane

The airline has announced several new destinations for its summer schedule.

  • 2 min read
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What exactly are Google and Facebook doing about the spread of fake news?

The tech giants have faced accusations of influencing the US election since Donald Trump’s victory last week.

  • 6 min read
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Broadband in rural Ireland is up to 36 times slower than in Dublin

The issue of poor internet speeds has been highlighted as a major problem for firms in regional areas.

  • 3 min read
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  • Work

Lots of Irish family companies don't know what to do if their business causes a feud

A new study has found that companies here are finding it hard to innovate and take risks.

  • 3 min read
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Interested in selling your business? Here's how to make sure you get the best price

Julian Caplin

Julian Caplin

Corporate Finance Partner, RSM Ireland

Company owners should be thinking about their exit strategy when the firm is on a high.

  • 4 min read
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  • Opinion

Poll: Do you think Ireland should cultivate its own cannabis industry?

Most Irish people are in favour of medicinal marijuana.

  • 2 min read
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  • Work

CityJet pilots vote for strike and warn they will ground airline before Christmas

However, the Dublin-based company has said that there will be no disruption to flights.

  • 2 min read
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Irish aviation software firm Arconics has been snapped up by a Nasdaq-listed broadband giant

The tech company, which counts Ryanair and Aer Lingus as clients, was acquired by ViaSat for an undisclosed sum.

  • 2 min read
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The NTA wants to know if people think taxi drivers should pass an English-language test

The National Transport Authority is carrying out a review of the licensing system.

  • 2 min read
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Fibre has turned Cork and Mayo into two of the best spots in Ireland for data centres

But the local head of Interxion says the country should try to attract more investment in the technology.

  • 3 min read
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The man responsible for selling Pokémon Go: 'This is a marathon, not a sprint'

Niantic’s marketing chief says he’s not worried about falling interest after the early burst of popularity.

  • 3 min read
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'In-jokes' and gutsy design - the secrets to an unforgettable logo

Three top Irish designers share their tips for the essential piece of branding.

  • 3 min read
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  • food and drink

Supermarkets' obsession with perfect produce is causing massive food waste

The UN said the world’s hungry could be fed with the amount of food discarded.

  • 2 min read
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A porn star taught Paddy Power's boss that having the craic doesn't work everywhere

Madcap high jinks work well in Ireland, but not every country appreciates the same marketing stunts.

  • 3 min read
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'Trump's policies will impact not just Ireland, but the global economy'

Peter Casey

Peter Casey

Founder, Claddagh Resources

We need a government figure tasked with maintaining our special business relationship with the USA.

  • 4 min read
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Ex-Aer Arann boss: 'I was lucky to get out of the industry with my life and some money'

Pádraig Ó Céidigh, who built up the regional carrier, had a heart attack in 2012 as the airline floundered.

  • 3 min read
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Dublin Airport is poised to get a third terminal

A new government study is expected to recommend a timeframe for development.

  • 3 min read
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'We were in the middle of a field with thousands of cookies thinking what the hell have we done'

Elaine Cohalan

Elaine Cohalan

Co-founder, The Dublin Cookie Company

This former college lecturer decided to go into the baking and café business.

  • 7 min read
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