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'Treachery' will not deflect Trapattoni

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:20:31 GMT

Giovanni Trapattoni has targeted the 2014 World Cup in Brazil as his possible swansong, despite yet another cruel elimination from international competition, but for now he's finding it hard to move on from Wednesday's disappointment in Paris.

Uefa shocked by huge match-fixing ring

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:30:47 GMT

Twelve matches in the Europa League and three in the Champions League are among “around 200” games being looked at by Uefa as part of an investigation into alleged match-fixing described by one official as the biggest to ever affect European football.

ISPCC calls for constitutional reform

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:30:47 GMT

The ISPCC has called for constitutional reform to fully implement the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) which today celebrates its 20th anniversary on Universal Children’s Day.

Six dead in Colombia bus attack

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:30:47 GMT

Six people, including two children, were killed when suspected Colombian Farc guerrillas stopped and set fire to bus traveling in the south of the country, a local state governor said today.

Jordan predicts Schumacher comeback

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:43:47 GMT

Formula One:Former Formula One team owner Eddie Jordan believes Michael Schumacher will replace Jenson Button at the newly-named Mercedes team for next season.

Irish pleas for a replay rejected again

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:43:47 GMT

The door appears to have closed on the Republic of Ireland’s hopes of their World Cup play-off second leg against France being replayed after the FAI’s call for their counterparts in Paris to join them in lobbying Fifa was rejected this evening.

HSE issues strike contingency plans

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:36:35 GMT

The Health Service Executive (HSE) has cancelled all non-emergency hospital procedures scheduled for Monday and Tuesday as a result of the day of industrial action by public sector trade unions.

Bank guarantee scheme extended

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:20:25 GMT

The European Commission has approved the revised Irish Government guarantee scheme for financial institutions that extends the maturity of instruments covered by the plan to five years from two years.

Points may be withheld during strike

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:47:04 GMT

Gardaí may not issue penalty point or fixed charge notices to motorists next Tuesday as part of the action being taken by members of the Frontline Services Alliance, according to their union representatives.

Pelosi critical of Afghan leader

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:05:44 GMT

Afghan president Hamid Karzai is an "unworthy partner" who does not deserve a big boost either in US troops or civilian aid, US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi said.

Swine flu spreading east - WHO

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:32:24 GMT

The H1N1 flu is moving eastwards across Europe and Asia after appearing to peak in parts of western Europe and the United States, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said today.

Galileo's missing body parts found

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:32:24 GMT

An art collector has found a tooth, thumb and finger of the renowned Italian scientist Galileo Galilei who died in the 17th century, Florence's History of Science museum announced today.

Gormley 'open' to nuclear debate

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:16:56 GMT

The use of nuclear power should be open for debate, Minister for the Environment John Gormley told a climate change forum in Dublin today.

Fans protest at French embassy

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:16:56 GMT

About 30 soccer fans gathered in front of the French embassy today to call for a rematch of Ireland’s disputed World Cup playoff against France.

Dismay over Iran nuclear stance

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:28:02 GMT

Senior officials from six world powers expressed disappointment today that Iran had not accepted proposals intended to delay its potential ability to make nuclear bombs, and urged Tehran to reconsider.

Body found as severe floods hit UK

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:56:09 GMT

A policeman was feared dead in Brtain after vanishing when a bridge collapsed during floods which followed torrential rain of "biblical proportions" in northwestern areas today.

Some areas hit by four times average rain

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:56:09 GMT

Some of the areas that were worst hit by floods had suffered four times the normal level of rainfall over the past week, Met Éireann said today.

Banks must curb 'undue' bonuses - Trichet

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:56:09 GMT

Banks should step up their lending to support economic growth while taking steps to curb "undue" bonuses, European Central Bank head Jean-Claude Trichet said today.

Major disruption caused by widespread flooding

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:56:09 GMT

A major clean-up operation is underway around the country after heavy rain caused severe flooding in many counties.

Oprah Winfrey to end daytime show

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:38:25 GMT

Oprah Winfrey, one of the most influential and highly paid women on television, is to announced today that she is ending her popular daytime talk show in 2011.

Transsexual in political scandal found dead

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:38:25 GMT

A Brazilian transsexual caught up in a scandal which prompted the resignation of a senior Italian politician - the centre-left governor of Lazio region, which includes Rome - was found burnt to death in his home today.

Ioane to miss Scotland match

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:38:25 GMT

Australia centre Digby Ioane has been ruled out of Saturday's autumn international against Scotland.

Contract for speed cameras signed

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:05:49 GMT

The Government has signed a contract with a private firm to provide up to 6,000 hours per month of speed camera enforcement.

Man who killed in sleep set free

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:49:50 GMT

A Briton who strangled his wife during a nightmare because he believed he was attacking an intruder, walked free from court today after prosecutors withdrew their case against him.

EU body backs single H1N1 vaccine dose

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:33:54 GMT

In a change of tack, Europe's drugs watchdog said today that giving a single dose of GlaxoSmithKline's Pandemrix or Novartis's Focetria swine flu vaccines would suffice for most people.

Full text of Henry statement

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:33:54 GMT

Full text of statement by Thierry Henry

ECB to tighten bank rating requirements

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:33:54 GMT

The European Central Bank will tighten its rating requirements for banks using asset-backed securities (ABS) as security in its lending operations, it said today.

Henry admits replay 'the fairest solution'

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:33:54 GMT

France captain Thierry Henry has admitted replaying the World Cup qualification play-off against the Republic of Ireland would be “the fairest solution”.

Russia is worst country for fraud

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:17:50 GMT

Russia has the world's most fraudulent economy and attempts to stamp out white-collar crime have done little to stop its spread during the global financial downturn, PricewaterhouseCoopers said in a survey.

Three arrested over people trafficking

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:17:50 GMT

Three people were arrested yesterday following a Garda operation in connection in an investigation into human trafficking.

Lowry suggested partner for O'Brien

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:02:00 GMT

Former minister Michael Lowry suggested to Denis O’Brien that he get a particular partner for his mobile phone consortium prior to the businessman submitting his successful bid, the Moriarty Tribunal heard today.

Priority to ensure safety - Gormley

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:02:00 GMT

The response by the local authorities and emergency services to the widespread flooding in the south and west of the country has been “very good and very coordinated to date,” Minister for the Environment John Gormley said today.

Westwood surges two clear after McIlroy errors

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:02:00 GMT

Lee Westwood is back on course for a €1.83million jackpot on Sunday following a day of amazing twists and turns at the Dubai World Championship. The Englishman leads by two at halfway after a second round 69, but only thanks to late errors by current Order of Merit leader Rory McIlroy and then Pádraig Harrington.

Tourist numbers continue decline

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:45:29 GMT

The number of overseas visitors to Ireland had decreased by almost 14 per cent over last year, according to new figures published today by the Central Statistics Office.

Film industry 'boosting economy'

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:29:35 GMT

Ireland’s film and television industry is still boosting the economy despite the recession, a business group said today.

Martin adds voice to replay calls

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:29:35 GMT

Minister for Foreign Affairs Micheál Martin has added his voice to those calling for a replay of Ireland's controversial World Cup playoff against France.

Referee Hanson insists 'life must go on'

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:13:47 GMT

Referee Martin Hansson broke his silence today by insisting “life must go on” after his blunder contributed to the Republic of Ireland’s World Cup exit on Wednesday.

Afghanistan suicide attack kills 17

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:13:47 GMT

A suicide bomber on a motorcycle killed 17 people, including a senior police official and his two bodyguards, in southwest Afghanistan today.

21,000 lose jobs in industrial sector

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:57:21 GMT

More than 21,000 people working in the industrial sector lost their jobs in the 12 months to June of this year, according to the official data.

French to abide by Fifa ruling

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:22:00 GMT

The France Football Federation (FFF) believe the controversy of their World Cup qualification should be put aside following Fifa’s decision that the play-off will not be replayed.

Police officer missing in UK floods

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:22:00 GMT

A search is under way for a police officer missing after a bridge collapsed during floods in Cumbria, north west England.

Goldman urged to be less 'greedy'

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:06:12 GMT

Big shareholders at Goldman Sachs have asked the US bank, on track to deliver $20 billion in bonuses, to pass more profit to investors after it quadrupled quarterly net profit, theWall Street Journalreported.

Roy Keane has little sympathy for FAI plight

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:06:12 GMT

Roy Keane has little sympathy for the FAI’s campaign to have their controversial World Cup play-off against France replayed and said: “What goes around comes around.”

Have you been affected by the floods?

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:50:20 GMT

If you live in any of the areas affected by the floods that have hit parts of Ireland over the last 24 hours and would like to share your experience with other irishtimes.com readers, please leave your comments below.

Boy (14) killed in Derry 'quad' crash

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:50:20 GMT

A 14-year-old boy has died and a 16-year-old boy was injured in an incident involving a quad-bike in Co Derry last night.

French minister calls for replay

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:34:23 GMT

The world soccer's governing body Fifa should order replays of matches where "cheating" affects the outcome, a senior French government minister said today.

Flooding: worst affected areas

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:17:13 GMT

A round-up of the counties most severely hit by the flooding.

Flying start puts McIlroy on top

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:45:44 GMT

A blistering opening nine holes helped Rory McIlroy take a one-shot lead over Lee Westwood as the Race to Dubai heated up at The Earth course this morning. The 20-year-old from Holywood was five under through his first nine holes to move to nine under for the tournament.

Two AIB managers investigated

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:45:44 GMT

AIB is conducting an investigation into the involvement of two senior managers in property businesses.

Ex-RUC reservist named SF MLA

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:30:05 GMT

A former RUC reservist and Orange Order member was last night selected by Sinn Féin to fill the Assembly seat vacated by Francie Brolly.

Five dead in Saipan shooting

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:56:37 GMT

A gunman went on a rampage on the Pacific resort island of Saipan today, killing four people and wounding six others before fatally shooting himself, officials said.

Oil prices steady below $78

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:24:36 GMT

Oil prices steadied below $78 a barrel today, looking for fresh direction after a strong US dollar and weakstock markets triggered a 2 per cent overnight fall.

EBS to get capital by early 2010

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:19:14 GMT

EBS Building Society, the State's biggest customer-owned lender, will probably get government capital by early next year to cushion losses on impaired loans to developers, chief executive Fergus Murphy said.

Dell profits dive on weak sales

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:19:13 GMT

Computer maker Dell's quarterly profit plunged 54 per cent on lower-than-expected sales as it lost market share to competitors engaged in a price war in the PC market.

Delaney keeps the pressure on France

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:19:13 GMT

THE FAI’S hopes of winning what would be a rather remarkable a World Cup reprieve appeared to rest with the French Football Federation last night after officials at the game’s governing body dismissed the idea that Wednesday’s game in Paris might be replayed.

Ebay completes sale of Skype

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:19:13 GMT

Ebay said last night it had completed its sale of its Skype unit, as it had vowed to do before the end of the year.

Nationwide profits slump 62%

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:01:52 GMT

Nationwide Building Society, the UK's biggest customer-owned lender, said first-half profit fell 62 per cent because of increased provisions for impairments and lower margins caused by record low interest rates.

Beckham on hand to defend Henry

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:01:52 GMT

David Beckham has defended French captain Thierry Henry following his controversial handball in the World Cup play-off against the Republic of Ireland at Stade de France on Wednesday.

Three hurt in Dublin shooting

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:01:52 GMT

Gardaí are investigating a shooting in the north Co Dublin town of Balbriggan last night.

Japan keeps rates near zero

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:46:15 GMT

The Bank of Japan kept interest rates near zero and raised its economic assessment even as government pressure for it to fight deflation intensified.

Maoists 'derail train in India'

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:46:15 GMT

A passenger train derailed after Maoist rebels blew up a key track in eastern India, killing one person and injuring at least 30 others, a police official said today.

Google previews new OS

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:30:29 GMT

New Google software will start up a computer as fast as a television can be turned on, the search company has claimed as it unveiled its web-oriented Chrome operating system (OS).

Peru arrests 'human fat killers'

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:14:53 GMT

A gang in the remote Peruvian jungle has been killing people for their fat for use in cosmetics, police have said.

US welcomes EU appointments

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:14:53 GMT

US president Barack Obama has welcomed the appointment of Belgian prime minister Herman Von Rumpoy as the European Union's first permanent EU president.

Man held after Kildare drugs find

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:41:18 GMT

A man is being questioned by gardai following the seizure of herbal cannabis and cocaine valued at an estimated€1.6 million.

Egypt recalls Algiers envoy

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:37:17 GMT

Egypt recalled its ambassador from Algiers for consultations today after its soccer team lost to rival Algeria in a play-off to reach the World Cup finals, accusing its fans of post-match thuggery in Sudan.

US immmigration reform overhaul on cards

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:37:17 GMT

Some US Democrats see momentum building for an overhaul of immigration laws that would legalise millions of undocumented workers, but analysts say a crowded agenda and struggling economy may once again sink hopes for reform next year.

FAI counting on French goodwill

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:37:17 GMT

Football Association of Ireland chief executive John Delaney has defended the decision to request a replay of last night's World Cup play-off against France and called on the French federation to agree in the interests of the integrity of the game.

Severe weather causes flooding

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:21:06 GMT

Drivers are advised to postpone all journeys in Clare,Cork, Galway and Kerry until further notice as weather conditions have deteriorated this evening.

Van Rompuy confirmed as European Union president

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:04:43 GMT

EU Leaders named Belgian Prime Minister Herman Van Rompuy as the Union's first president tonight and appointed Briton Catherine Ashton as its foreign affairs chief.

Abuse victims call for report publication

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:49:06 GMT

Survivors of clerical abuse tonight demanded a damming report on child sex abuse in the Dublin Archdiocese be published within the next week.

No Semenya deal, says IAAF

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:32:38 GMT

Athletics:The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) has insisted no deal has been struck allowing Caster Semenya to keep her World Championships 800 metres gold medal.

McIlroy glad to see back of Westwood

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:32:38 GMT

Rory McIlroy freely admitted that he is glad he is not playing with Lee Westwood tomorrow. The two stablemates have not fallen out, but the 20-year-old came off second best when they went head-to-head in Dubai today in their European Tour Order of Merit decider.

Diarra insists France 'deserve' place

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:15:48 GMT

France’s Lassana Diarra did not endear himself to the Irish nation after the first leg of the World Cup play-off in Croke park last weekend and is unlikely to be back in the good books anytime soon after insisting France "deserve" their place at the World Cup finals.

Volumes below average on Iseq

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:15:47 GMT

The November lull continued today as traders reported another relatively quiet day on the Dublin market, with volumes below average.