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Waterford homes to see cost of heating oil fall but is still nearly double last year's price

The cost of home heating oil has crept up again in recent days but is still significantly lower than it was in early June. The average cost for filling 500 litres - about half the size of a standard oil tank - now stands at €658.31, slightly up on ...

23 Aug 2022 at 20:53

National News

'Stop exercising' - People advised to rest during heatwave to avoid health issues

People are being warned not to exercise over the coming days, as record temperatures are forecast to create deadly conditions. Ireland has recorded its hottest temperature in more than a century at 33C with a status yellow warning in place across ...

18 Jul 2022 at 18:15

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Feeling the pinch? Tips on heating your home while keeping your bills low

Temperatures have recently been dropping below freezing in some parts of the country, but putting the heating on for extended periods of time is something many people will want to avoid in a bid to keep costs down. So how can you keep warm in a ...

09 Jan 2024 at 15:19

National News

Conor McGregor denies allegation he sexually assaulted a woman at NBA Finals

Representatives of Conor McGregor have denied allegations the former UFC champion sexually assaulted a woman at a basketball match last week. The Irish mixed martial arts star has been accused of the assault in a bathroom at game four of the ...

16 Jun 2023 at 09:22

National News

Heads up homeowners - Households set for cash boost as energy credit calls considered for Budget

Households are set for a potential €150 cash boost as the Government considers extending the reduced nine per cent VAT rate on energy bills in the 2025 budget, Finance Minister Jack Chambers has indicated. With less than two months to go ...

14 Aug 2024 at 13:24

UK heat-related deaths predicted to soar by end of century with 3C of warming

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The number of heat-related deaths in the UK is predicted to increase more than six-fold by the end of the century if the world warms by 3C, a study shows. But deaths related to cold – currently much higher than from heat – are predicted ...

22 Aug 2024 at 11:02

National News

Earth had sixth warmest year on record in 2021

Earth simmered to the sixth hottest year on record in 2021, according to several newly released temperature measurements. Scientists said the exceptionally hot year is part of a long-term warming trend that shows hints of accelerating. ...

13 Jan 2022 at 18:10

National News

ALERT: Urgent recall of popular product sold in TK Maxx due to risk of burns and electric shock

TJX Ireland Unlimited Company t/a TK Maxx and Homesense is carrying out a recall of Bluzen Deluxe Heating Pad. The product has a risk of electric shock, fire, burns and damage to property as the connector attached to the heat pad can ...

23 Apr 2024 at 14:41

National News

Installing electric heat pumps in Irish homes could increase costs by up to 46%

A policy to install hundreds of thousands of electrically-powered heat pumps in homes across Ireland could increase power costs by up to 46%, a research paper has found. As part of the Climate Action Plan 2021, the Government plans ...

03 Aug 2022 at 01:01

National News

Heat warning issued for 18 counties in Ireland

A heat warning has been issued for 18 counties in Ireland by Met Eireann. The forecaster’s status yellow high temperature warning comes into effect for all counties in Leinster and Munster from noon on Thursday and will remain in ...

09 Aug 2022 at 18:01

National News

Devastating wildfires in Hawaii leave at least 36 people dead

At least 36 people have died as a result of wildfires in the town of Lahaina in Hawaii. Wildfires, whipped up by strong winds from Hurricane Dora, roared overnight forcing adults and children to dive into the ocean for safety. ...

10 Aug 2023 at 10:38

Northern Ireland

Temperatures forecast to soar up to 30C in some parts of Ireland

People across the island of Ireland are bracing themselves for a weekend of high heat, with temperatures set to reach up to 30C in the coming days. Met Eireann has extended its yellow weather warning from Leinster and Munster ...

11 Aug 2022 at 12:28

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