The man accused of murdering Ashling Murphy is due back in court this morning.
Jozef Puska, with an address at Lynally Grove, Tullamore, Co Offaly, has been in custody since he was charged with the school teacher's murder.
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It's hoped a new industry briefing being held in Cork tomorrow will signal the recovery of the tourism sector.
Visit Cork will host the in-person event at Fota Island Hotel and Resort tomorrow morning for the first time since the outbreak of the pandemic.
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Retail Excellence says some businesses won't survive if the minimum wage is increased to €15 an hour.
A private members motion is due before the Dail this morning, calling for the minimum wage to rise from €10.50
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A long-awaited report on reforming the Defence Forces says they are currently unable to conduct a meaningful defence of the State.
The Commission on the Defence Forces report, which is being published today, is recommending a trebling of Ireland's military spending,
