The group representing rank and file gardaí have criticised the Garda Commissioner as he introduces a new roster while they claim there are not enough gardaí to fulfil staffing levels of the new arrangement. Both garda representative groups, AGSI as well as the Garda Representative Association (GRA) had voted against accepting the arrangements for gardaí.

Dublin firms say offering flexible and remote working is the most effective way to attract and retain talent. New research by Dublin Chamber shows that positive work culture ranked second, surpassing competitive salaries. Its latest business outlook report indicates a shift in employee priorities, while also showing that employers are taking heed, by prioritising employee health and well-being over a broad range of metrics.

Minister of Media Catherine Martin has announced a scheme that will allow late night venues to apply for grants worth €70,000 to help them soundproof their venues.

A US soldier is being held in North Korea after crossing the border from South Korea without authorisation, the US military has confirmed.

And over 100 more former and current McDonald's workers have come forward to allege they faced harassment and bullying at the chain, following a BBC investigation.

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You can watch back the incredible moment an Australian sailor was rescued with his dog after more than two months adrift in the Pacific Ocean. Tim Shaddock was picked up with his dog Bella by a tuna vessel after the pair survived for weeks on raw fish and rainwater on their storm-crippled boat.

The boat that picked up the pair was the oldest in the company's fleet and the trip that saved Mr Shaddock's life would likely be its last.