To celebrate the launch of its new ‘miles’ fuel, Topaz is offering petrol and diesel for 99c per litre for 99 minutes at several locations across the country this bank holiday weekend. According to the Irish Examiner, the cheaper rate will be available at: Saturday June 3r

This week Minister for Children and Youth Affairs Katherine Zappone has begun the information campaign for more affordable childcare in Ireland, with information packs distributed to 4,200 providers around the country. Budget 2017 included an additional €19 million in funding for chil

What’s on your shopping list? Irish consumers are big fans of Irish brands, according to recent research. The Brand Footprint Ireland study conducted by Kantar Worldpanel, now in its fifth year, highlighted brands like Denny, Brennans, Tayto and Avonmore at the top of Irish cons

Nothing can ruin a good budget like a purchase made on impulse, an item you don’t really need that costs too much, but one you feel you can’t leave behind in the store. Sometimes it can be difficult to avoid purchasing random items on impulse, but there are a few steps you

Head for Hollywood Home to warm weather, beautiful beaches and the centre of the nation’s film and television industry, Los Angeles has something to suit all tastes within its borders, from the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the California Science Center to Universal Studios Hollywo

Clamping down on motorists The Irish Times has obtained clamping figures for Dublin city this week, identifying the top clamping spots for motorists. Mespil Road, Waterloo Road and Gardiner Street Lower occupy the top three spots, with a combined €200,800 in clamping fees paid to Dubl

You’ve probably heard the news this week – a cyber attack has struck computers and networks around the world, an attack of an ‘unprecedented level’ according to Europol. Including major companies like Renault and Nissan, hospitals and consumers, the WannaCry ransomwa

By Tiernan Cannon The National Car Test (NCT) is a compulsory vehicle inspection programme in Ireland which aims to improve road safety and contribute to environmental protection by reducing harmful vehicles emissions. Though it does make a positive contribution, it is another financi

By Tiernan Cannon As the end of the school year approaches, the preparation for many schoolchildren’s first holy communion is well under way. The day itself has morphed into something of an extravagant affair over the years, with parents spending hundreds or perhaps thousands on