ESG ESG poster child Unilever waters down green pledges as investors urge refocus on growthIn an interview, the consumer group’s new CEO Hein Schumacher said he needs to drive performance at the company
Interview Revolut Ireland chief: ‘We are far better than AIB, Bank of Ireland and PTSB’Maurice Murphy, Revolut’s country lead for Ireland, said he expected Ireland to remain an important location for the company
Letter from London Dominic McGrath: Just when you think the Tories can’t get any more unpopular, Liz Truss returns The former prime minister is enjoying a lot of airtime promoting her new book, much to the chagrin of her former Conservative colleagues
Streaming Crackdown on password sharing pays off for Netflix as it adds over nine million customersThe increase in customers was nearly double the average predicted by analysts
Economy Banking federation says small firms must adjust profit expectations due to rising costsThe government needs to move away from subsidising SME expenditure for the sector to grow, according to Banking & Payments Federation Ireland
Tech Almost €60m raised by NDRC-backed start-ups Dogpatch-led consortium secures two-year extension to run the accelerator on behalf of the state
EU Ireland’s opposition to proposed tax changes sets it on collision course with EU heavyweights Ireland won a reprieve on tax, while central supervision has been put on the long finger
Sponsored New impact report outlines ESB’s contribution to Ireland’s economy ESB’s economic activities generated approximately €3.7 billion in value for the Irish economy, accounting for both direct and indirect GVA (Gross Value Added) impacts
Dining Out Restaurant review: Esther’s, a new spot in Mount Merrion, has found its feet quicklyThere is some wonderful cooking on offer at Esther’s which is located in the former Little Mike’s premises
Commercial Property Once-booming Dunshaughlin Country Club hits market Premier food venue and nightclub, successfully operated by Peters family for more than 40 years, could be expanded to include guest accommodation
Legal Profile: Úna Ní Raifeartaigh - the new judge of the European Court of Human RightsNí Raifeartaigh was part of the prosecution against Anglo Irish Bank directors following the crash
Commercial Property Johnny Ronan’s plan for 17-storey docklands tower on Citigroup office site blocked Dublin City Council said approving the project would set an “undesirable precedent” for wholescale demolition
Aviation Ryanair the ‘logical’ operator of a third terminal at Dublin Airport New report outlines a number of complications the proposed developments may encounter if given the green light
Housing McVerry Trust claims full €15 million government bailout as charity seeks new auditorHousing and homeless charity subject to ongoing probe by Charities Regulator
Energy BP reduces executive team to simplify company structure New chief executive Murray Auchincloss says the energy giant must deliver as a ‘simpler and higher value company’
EU EU leaders finally agree to call for immediate Gaza ceasefireThey are also ready to sanction Iran’s drone programme and ‘a number’ of countries are in talks on recognising Palestinian statehood
Climate & Environment Voters face a choice on climate in EU elections, says Eamon Ryan Climate minister said that the upcoming elections will force the public to decide whether to keep ‘going green’
EU Migration top priority for Irish voters ahead of EU electionsEuropean citizens are more concerned about poverty, jobs and defence, a Eurobarometer survey found
International Protection State extends lease on Citywest as payments to private operator total €110mHotel in Dublin used to accommodate asylum seekers and refugees from Ukraine
Explainer What is the Capital Markets Union? EU’s plan to attract investment explained The EU is seeking a cash pile to fund its growth - but the road to establishing a united strategy on raising capital has not been smooth sailing
Personal Finance Personal Finance: How to pick the illness and life cover that’s right for youThere are several factors to bear in mind when choosing insurance products designed to help if you fall seriously ill or die
Housing LDA property boss: Landowners sitting on sites that can’t be developed at affordable pricesThe Land Development Agency’s head of property warned that several sites across the country had planning permission that was pitched at the upper end of the rental market
Comment Charlie Flanagan: Ireland cannot bury its head in the sand on defence in what is an emergency situation As an island nation, our failure to have a reasonably sized navy is a cause of shame
Banking Ben Bernake’s Bank of England review paints a sobering picture of central banksThe former Fed chairman’s critical review finds that all central banks are flailing when it comes to forecasts
Comment Ian Guider: Five major issues new Enterprise Minister Peter Burke must addressNewly-minted minister has no time to lose in order to make a difference before next election
Tech Almost €60m raised by NDRC-backed start-ups Dogpatch-led consortium secures two-year extension to run the accelerator on behalf of the state
Energy IDA warns Ryan damaging Ireland’s FDI ‘credibility’ over data centre uncertaintyInward investment agency complained about ‘uncertainty and conflicting signals from government bodies’ over whether data centres can connect to gas grid
Funding Irish investor reaches $30m final close for new tech fundFormer Frontline Ventures partner Finn Murphy races past the original target for his new fund called Nebular
Technology US car software firm Sonatus to open an R&D and engineering centre in DublinSonatus’ software platform is in mass production in over 1 million vehicles from Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis currently
Film John Maguire on Film: Paul Duane’s appealingly handmade Irish horror has musical depthAll You Need is Death is a creepy exploration of the deep-rooted power of traditional Irish music
Books Book Review: Dark humour and incisive analysis elevate Denis Bradley’s Northern Ireland peace memoirThe former priest’s book, Peace Comes Dropping Slowly, is a humane, unpretentious affair
Jewellery and Watches Take Three: New watches worth your considerationRolex, Patek Philippe and Rado have all launched new pieces
Life Anton Savage: It’s ‘do not resuscitate’ time for my old boots, and I’m not coping wellAfter two decades of faithful service my boots are facing oblivion, and that’s bad news for a sentimentalist like me
Books Book Review: Warmth and humour, but no surprises, in the life story of Pope FrancisIn Life, the pontiff reflects on his 87 years through a series of personal anecdotes and homilies
Residential Pearl of the Coast: Period Dublin 4 refurb offers front-row sea views and west-facing gardenA prime location, off-street parking and potential to extend make this fine Sandymount home a must have des res
Residential Harbour Haven: Hotel-grade apartment at The Pierre, overlooking Dún Laoghaire's scenic waterfrontCracking property a fine example of adaptive reuse as glitzy Victorian-era hotel gets transformed
Residential Chic two-bed pied-a-terre in Dublin 2 guiding €475,000Two-bed city centre apartment with a fresh and contemporary atmosphere
Residential Secluded elegance: Monkstown marvel boasts Cork harbour views and acres of woodland A private five bedroom hilltop retreat close to Cork City offers the ultimate getaway for €2.15m