In her own words: a woman’s experience in the online casino industry
Oct12

In her own words: a woman’s experience in the online casino industry

In the neon glow of the online casino world, the thrum of virtual slot machines and the digital shuffle of e-decks may feel worlds away from the smoky air and clink of chips in brick-and-mortar casinos. But beneath the surface, age-old biases persist. Like so many industries, the online casino realm remains predominantly a man’s place. Yet, some courageous women venture into this space, carving their own path amid the electronic...

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Stay safe in heavy rain and wind
Oct04

Stay safe in heavy rain and wind

Met Éireann is warning of widespread and heavy rain and strong winds around the country today so we have some tips writes Geraldine Herbert Met Éireann is forecasting  heavy and persistent rain over the next few days so some tips for driving Slow down! It takes longer to stop in wet weather. Try to avoid areas which are prone to flooding, Allow for slower speeds, delays and potential congestion so give yourself extra time. Leave more...

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How to check and maintain your car’s oil level
Sep24

How to check and maintain your car’s oil level

Maintaining your car’s oil level is essential to ensuring the condition of your vehicle and your safety while driving writes Geraldine Herbert Failure to maintain the correct oil level and carry out the necessary oil/filter changes can result in extensive and costly engine damage. Checking the level of the oil in your engine is a very important safety check that you can do easily yourself. Driving with a level that’s too low or two...

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Seven changes the government are considering for Budget 2021
Sep15

Seven changes the government are considering for Budget 2021

A number of changes to the Tax system are being considered as options for Budget 2021 writes Geraldine Herbert The Department of Finance has published the Budget 2021 Tax Strategy Group Papers offering some insights into possible changes to the Motor tax system in the next budget VRT Bands – It is suggested that a new 7% VRT tax band would be introduced for vehicles with emissions of 50g/km of below and a 9% rate for those that fall...

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KIA Xceed PHEV
Sep11

KIA Xceed PHEV

Comfortable, stylish and green, there is lots to like about the Kia XCeed PHEV writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? The Ceed has long been one of the most versatile cars in the Kia range. Starting life as a hatchback over time it has morphed into an estate, the Proceed coupé, a crossover in the form of the Xceed and in May of this year a plug-in hybrid version was launched. Who is it aimed at? Siting between the Ceed Hatchback and the...

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