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Understanding the Rising Costs: What Irish Consumers Need to Know
As prices for food, fuel, and energy continue to escalate in Ireland, consumers are left questioning the underlying…
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Bank of England raises interest rate to 4% as energy inflation intensifies
The Bank of England raised its key interest rate to 4% as energy costs pushed inflation higher, with…
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Breaking News: Public EV Charging in Ireland Now Costs More Than Petrol and Diesel
Public EV charging in Ireland is now reported to cost more than petrol and diesel, with drivers without…
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Eurozone Inflation Reaches 4% in October as Energy Costs Surge
Eurozone inflation rose to 4% in October, driven by energy costs, with Italy recording the sharpest increase and…
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Trump Links Republican Midterm Defeat to Rising Petrol Prices
Trump says higher petrol prices linked to the Iran war contributed to Republican midterm losses and praises Democrats…
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EU Climate Policy Faces Growing Pressure as Energy Costs Rise
EU climate policy faces growing pressure as energy costs rise, with polling showing concern about climate change but…
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Breaking News Ireland: Fuel Prices Surge as Energy Costs Threaten Irish Households
Fuel prices, electricity costs and home-heating oil have surged across Ireland, increasing pressure on households ahead of winter.
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Belgium increases heating-oil support for vulnerable households this winter
Belgium is increasing heating-oil aid for eligible vulnerable households, with support available for qualifying deliveries from December 2026.
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EU leaders call for coordinated action as energy prices rise
EU leaders are urging coordinated measures to address soaring energy prices, protect households and industry, and strengthen fuel…
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IMF Raises 2026 Global Growth Forecast but Warns Energy Costs Will Weigh on Europe
The IMF forecasts 3.1% global growth in 2026 but expects eurozone expansion of 1.1% as energy prices and…
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Breaking News: PrepayPower Announces Winter Price Freeze for Gas and Electricity Customers
PrepayPower has announced a winter price freeze for gas and electricity customers, giving households greater certainty over energy…
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IMF raises 2026 global growth outlook, but eurozone faces weaker expansion
The IMF upgraded its 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1%, but expects eurozone growth of only 1.1% amid…
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Germany Raises 2026 Growth Forecast as Exports and AI Demand Support Recovery
Germany has raised its 2026 growth forecast to 1.3%, supported by stronger exports and AI-related industrial demand despite…
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Breaking News: Ireland’s Carbon Tax Pause Proposal Explained
Ireland’s proposed carbon tax pause could affect fuel costs, household budgets and climate targets. Here is what is…
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Heat Pump Sales Rebound Across Europe as Gas Prices Rise
Heat pump sales rose 11% across 12 European countries in early 2026 as higher gas prices boosted interest…
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EU Countries Face Nearly €41 Billion in Extra Fossil Fuel Costs After Price Surge
EU countries face nearly €41bn in extra fossil fuel costs after a price surge, renewing pressure for stronger…
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EU Faces a Costly Winter as Low Gas Storage Raises Supply Concerns
The EU enters winter with lower gas storage and rising LNG competition, increasing the risk of higher energy…
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Iran Strait Crisis: Trump Rejects Tehran’s Hormuz Proposal as Talks Stall
Trump has rejected Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while Tehran calls for negotiations to end…
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France’s Fuel Price Shock Becomes a Presidential Election Battleground
France’s record fuel prices are driving protests and reshaping the presidential campaign as candidates debate tax cuts, price…
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Ireland Breaking News: Trump Threatens Iran as UN Talks Seek a Deal
Trump has threatened to annihilate Iran as US and Iranian officials hold indirect UN talks amid rising regional…