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Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Breaking News
Dovish sentiment from central bankers helps FTSE rise

Investors piled into stock markets on Thursday following more dovish statements from central banks across the world.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Breaking News
Baseball star David Ortiz shooting suspect charged with drug possession

A suspect in the shooting of former baseball star David Ortiz has been charged with drug and firearm possession in America.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Breaking News
Millionaire marketing boss arrested in bond fraud probe

The millionaire boss of a marketing firm at the centre of a £236 million savings scandal has been arrested.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Breaking News
103-year-old Louisiana runner becomes oldest woman to compete on American track

At 103, Julia “Hurricane” Hawkins has cemented her title as the oldest woman to compete on an American track after finishing the 50 and 100-metre dashes at the National Senior...

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Science & Tech

These two smart speakers look alike, but there are some differences.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Breaking News
Hunt for two Tory MPs branded ‘numpties’ for spoiling ballot papers in prime minister vote

The hunt is on for the two Tory MPs branded "numpties" for spoiling their ballot papers in the vote to elect the next prime minister.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Business
Preparing for dollar doomsday? Russia adds 6 more tons of gold to its coffers in May

The Central Bank of Russia (CBR) has purchased 200,000 troy ounces (6 tons) of gold in May, boosting bullion reserves to 2,190 tons. Read Full Article at RT.com

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Farming
EU countries vote in favour of €50m Irish Brexit beef fund

EU Member States today agreed to a proposal from the European Commission to make €50 million available to Irish beef farmers, which can be matched by national funds to reach...

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Breaking News
Iran made a ‘big mistake’ downing US drone, says Trump

President Donald Trump has said “Iran made a very big mistake” in shooting down a US drone, increasing tensions and talk of possible open conflict.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Science & Tech
16 things you didn’t know you could buy at Home Depot

There's truly something for everyone at Home Depot's online shop.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Science & Tech
Americans prefer asteroid tracking over moon visit

Americans prefer a space program focusing on potential asteroid impacts, scientific research into our cosmos and robotic space probes over human exploration of Mars or the moon, a new poll...

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Farming
Four things you should know if you’re going to the Highland Show

The Highland Show which is beloved amongst Irish fans is due to take place in Edinburgh, Scotland from today to Sunday, June 23. Whether you're boarding a 6am flight for...

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Science & Tech
7 incredible deals and sales you can get this Thursday

This Thursday, you can score some big savings on tech accessories, kitchen gadgets, and home items.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Breaking News
Putin claims ‘no proof whatsoever’ Russians downed MH17 plane

Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected charges against Russian citizens for their alleged roles in the downing of a Malaysia Airlines passenger jet over Ukraine five years ago.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Breaking News
Hazard, Willian and Rob Green party the night away after Europa League triumph

Video released by Chelsea shows exactly how the players celebrated their Europa League final victory against Arsenal.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Science & Tech

Wondering which smart bulbs work with your Echo? These are our top Alexa-friendly choices.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Business
Russian energy companies make top 20 list of most profitable investments

Russian oil giant Lukoil and the country's biggest independent gas producer, Novatek, are among the 20 biggest large-cap value creators for shareholders, the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) rating shows. Read...

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Science & Tech

Leave the sand at the beach, and not at the bottom of your car.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Breaking News
Prosthetic ear found on beach after World’s Strongest Man returned to owner

A prosthetic ear has been reunited with its owner after being found on a beach in Florida.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Business
China could challenge US dollar’s dominance by globalizing the yuan – economist Jim O’Neill

The “only way that can ever change” the supremacy of the US dollar as a global reserve currency is if there's a genuine, “long-term alternative,” former chairman of Goldman Sachs...

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Science & Tech

Eliminate dust and pollen before you start sneezing.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Farming
Compact 14ac residential stud farm on the market for €400,000 in Waterford

Lismore in Co Waterford is one of the hidden gems of the country. Built around one of the best preserved and most picturesque castles in Ireland, it has the feel...

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Breaking News
Dog whose owner died ‘sat patiently by bed waiting for him to return’

A dog is waiting for a new home after being seen sitting “patiently” by his owner's bed, not realising he had died.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Breaking News
Seals can copy human speech and songs, Scottish study suggests

Grey seals are able to form words and sing like humans, new research suggests.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Science & Tech

Have pet dander, allergens, or pervasive smells in your home? Air purifiers can help.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Science & Tech
Ford reveals its Mustang Shelby GT500 will be the ‘most powerful street-legal Ford ever’

Ford said Wednesday its 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500 will have 760 horsepower and 625 foot-pounds of torque.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Science & Tech
Avoid painful thigh chafing with this $20 cult-favorite product

We tested the popular Bandelettes to see if they could prevent thigh-chafing. You'll be surprised to see that what we found is not what you'd expect.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Politics
How a disastrous conflict between Israel & Lebanon can be avoided

While tensions are increasing between the US and Iran, Israel and Lebanon may finally be on the path toward diplomacy in order to reach an agreement over a hotly contested...

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Science & Tech
Alexa could detect whether you're having a heart attack, study suggests

Researchers say that Alexa, some iPhones and Androids could be used to detect if you're having a heart attack by listening to your breathing patterns.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Breaking News
Surge in number of people asking Alexa to fart after video goes viral

There has been a surge in the number of people asking their Alexas to fart, after a video of two young boys and their grandfather went viral.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Breaking News
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un in talks with Chinese president

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has said his country is waiting for a desired response in stalled nuclear talks with the United States.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Breaking News
Judge urges wealthy estranged couple to reach agreement as legal bills reach €1.12m

A RICH British businessman and his wealthy Austrian estranged wife have not halted a UK High Court fight over money following the breakdown of their three-year marriage, despite a judge...

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Science & Tech
Ford reveals Mustang horsepower, torque for the ‘most powerful street-legal Ford ever’

Ford said Wednesday its 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500 will have 760 horsepower and 625 foot-pounds of torque.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Breaking News
Tory leadership race: Sajid Javid eliminated as Gove emerges as Johnson’s main rival

MICHAEL Gove has emerged as Boris Johnson's main rival for the Tory leadership after the latest round of voting by MPs.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Breaking News
Tory leadership race: Sajid Javid eliminated as Johnson again tops the ballot

SAJID Javid has been eliminated from the Tory leadership race as Boris Johnson again topped the ballot of Conservative MPs.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Farming
Coillte to establish non-profit entity to focus on the environment and non-commercial forests

Coillte is to establish a non-profit entity, Coillte Nature, with specific focus on the environment and non-commercial forests.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Business
Putin predicts doubling of Russian agriculture exports by 2024

Sales of Russia's agricultural products abroad are expected to reach $45 billion in the next five years, according to President Vladimir Putin. Read Full Article at RT.com

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Science & Tech
Asteroids, research, robots: Poll shows Americans don't want a space program focused on moon

Americans prefer a space program that focuses on potential asteroid impacts, scientific research and using robots to explore the cosmos.

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Farming
Land mobility ‘match-making’ service increasing production by two thirds on farms

Land and farm collaboration between young trained farmers and older farmers is delivering delivering a 65pc increase in farm production on average, according to Macra na Feirme's 2019 Land Mobility...

Posted by The Analyst | June 20, 2019 | Breaking News
US military denounces Iran’s ‘unprovoked attack’

Iran's shooting down of a US drone took place in international airspace and was an “unprovoked attack”, the American military has said.