With the ongoing struggle of dealing with increasing expenses, the prediction for Irish universities is that they will face total shortfalls this year around €15 million. Last year, roughly eight out of eighteen higher education institutions that get public funding were financially challenged. The current biggest worries regarding excessive spending are centred at TU Dublin, University College Cork (UCC), and University of Limerick (UL).
News Highlights:
– The ECHR’s notable climate case decision has significant repercussions for Ireland. A wave of lawsuits around the globe is witnessing communities, particularly young climate change protesters, fighting for their human rights and to make governments and fossil fuel companies responsible for the rapid global warming.
– Formal acknowledgement of the state of Palestine is anticipated within weeks. This long-awaited step by the Irish Government is slated to occur very soon.
– Paddy McKillen junior, the developer, in conjunction with business partner Matt Ryan, has completed the sale of the majority stake in Dean Hotels to the UK property group, Lifestyle Hospitality Capital (LHC), and Elliott Investment Management.
– A new report suggests that nearly half of the workforce is contemplating job changes this year. It also found that close to two-thirds are debating requesting a pay raise from their employers.
World news
– A decisive vote on the contentious migration policy in the European Parliament is billed as a ‘significant moment for Europe’. This vote to modify its migration legislation will take place this Wednesday, amidst renewed criticism that the policy fuels the agenda of extreme right groups rather than safeguarding vulnerable individuals.
The Big Read
– Tom, who planned a family holiday to Ibiza and was searching for a private villa, fell victim to a fraudulent listing on booking.com.
Opinion pieces
– Kathy Sheridan questions who would a reiteration of Progressive Democrats serve.
– Michael McDowell puts forward the theory that an escalation of the conflict in Gaza might be in line with what Netanyahu desires.
In the Business section.
EY accountants suggest that compulsory workplace pensions could yield a fund of nearly €890,000 for a 23-year-old industrial average wage earner when the auto-enrolment pension scheme takes effect.
Talking about sport, England’s footballing approach reveals Ireland’s need for significant improvement. Ken Early highlights the first half of Ireland’s Aviva game where the score stayed at nil-nil. England suspected a foul near Ireland’s box which was dismissed by the referee.
At the Masters tournament, attendees found value in $1.50 sandwiches, unique items for sale, and an array of garden gnomes, contributing to the economy of Augusta, remarks Philip Reid.
The mid-range handbags are currently trending in the fashion industry. Are you considering purchasing a luxury-appearing bag without having to empty your wallet?
In ‘In the News Podcast’, the question arises: who is the Kennedy that’s standing as a candidate for the US presidency?