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# rabodirect - Wednesday 21 February, 2018
After more than 10 years, RaboDirect is closing down in Ireland
The lender holds deposits from 90,000 Irish customers.
RaboDirect announces that it is closing down its Irish operations in May
The bank holds over €3 billion in deposits from its Irish customers, who will now have to move their money elsewhere.
# rabodirect - Friday 22 January, 2016
Open thread: What are your goals for 2016?
We took to the streets of Dublin city to find out if people have good intentions for 2016 – and if they’ve been sticking to them so far.
# rabodirect - Monday 24 March, 2014
Eight out of ten investors positive on Ireland's prospects
Driven on by better economic news, investors have a bigger appetite for risk.
# rabodirect - Friday 11 October, 2013
Poll: Do you haggle to get a better price on purchases?
With Christmas rapidly approaching, we’re all concerned about the impact on our wallets. What do you think about haggling?
# rabodirect - Thursday 29 August, 2013
Who is your favourite Twitter user?
A new awards ceremony will honour those who inspire and inform through 140 characters.
# rabodirect - Saturday 24 August, 2013
RaboDirect are on the way out -- so what's next for Pro12 rugby?
Celtic League faces another revamp following RaboDirect’s decision to end their title sponsorship a year early.
# rabodirect - Friday 14 June, 2013
Irish investors 'feeling more positive about global economic outlook'
Survey of RaboDirect customers shows upswing in confidence about their personal and global financial situation – but they are slightly less sure about the Irish economy.
# rabodirect - Saturday 30 March, 2013
Shane Horgan: There were about 300 people at my 1st Leinster game
The former Ireland winger made his provincial debut in 1998.
# rabodirect - Monday 25 March, 2013
Pro12: Schmidt and Leinster relieved to survive 'bloody good' Warriors visit
“I just hope we don’t see you again,” a flustered Schmidt told his opposite number post-match.
# rabodirect - Friday 22 March, 2013
Pro12 Cheat Sheet: Your guide to this weekend's rugby action
Dry your international tears and get back to the warm glow of inter-provincial rugby.
# rabodirect - Monday 28 January, 2013
Irish investor sentiment now positive - RaboDirect
RaboDirect’s Investor Barometer has also shown that 42 per cent of investors would prefer to invest in emerging markets.
# rabodirect - Saturday 5 January, 2013
As it happened: Munster v Cardiff Blues, RaboDirect PRO12
Musgrave Park is the venue as Munster entertain the Cardiff Blues in Saturday night’s RaboDirect PRO12.
# rabodirect - Saturday 22 December, 2012
Connacht v Munster: 3 key battles to decide the outcome
History favours the Reds but a glance at the teamsheets suggests a home win.
# rabodirect - Friday 21 December, 2012
Pro12 wrap: Scarlets keep up the chase
And in Scotland, Glasgow beat Edinburgh to move ahead of Leinster in the play-off race.
Pro12 Cheat Sheet: Your guide to this weekend's inter-pros
Four provinces, two games. Happy Christmas to us.
# rabodirect - Friday 26 October, 2012
Pro12 Cheat Sheet: Your guide to this weekend's inter-provincial rugby action
Ulster look to make it eight in a row against the Dragons, while Munster will target a hefty win over Zebre.
# rabodirect - Monday 1 October, 2012
Investors more confident in Ireland, but fearful for global economy
RaboDirect’s investor barometer says 37 per cent of Irish investors are confident about the country’s short-term outlook.
# rabodirect - Saturday 29 September, 2012
As it happened: Ospreys v Munster, RaboDirect Pro12
We went minute-by-minute Rob Penney’s men faced up against the reigning champions.
# rabodirect - Saturday 8 September, 2012
Pro12: Anscombe wins again as Ulster upset Ospreys
Paul Marshall’s late try put Ulster ahead for the first time in the game and they would hold on to claim four points with a 13-16 victory.
# rabodirect - Thursday 6 September, 2012
Confirmed absence: Leinster lose Boss for eight weeks, Ryan for 12
The injured duo will be sidelined for the opening rounds of the Heineken Cup.
# rabodirect - Saturday 1 September, 2012
Pro12 wrap: Leinster, Connacht lose while Munster open with away win
Rob Penney’s side showed a little glimpse of the style that Munster fans can look forward to.
# rabodirect - Friday 31 August, 2012
As it happened: Ulster v Glasgow Warriors, RaboDirect Pro12
We went minute-by-minute as Ulster kicked off the new season against stiff opposition at Ravenhill.
# rabodirect - Monday 27 August, 2012
Pro12: Leinster to test squad depth in season opener
Joe Schmidt can count almost 20 names unavailable for selection in this Saturday’s opener against Llanelli. Does he look worried?
# rabodirect - Saturday 18 August, 2012
Up and running: Munster register first win of the season against Bristol
A second-half surge saw Rob Penney’s side home at Musgrave Park.
# rabodirect - Wednesday 11 July, 2012
Kick-off: Leinster and Munster away on Pro12 opening day
Not before time, the league’s fixtures were released this morning.
# rabodirect - Monday 28 May, 2012
Opinion: Leinster can overcome double blow to land three in a row
The lads at Whiff of Cordite have called on Leinster to lift their chins and focus on a season that was a missed conversion from glory.
# rabodirect - Friday 25 May, 2012
True blue: Schmidt underlines commitment to Leinster
The Kiwi also gave updates on the fitness of Cian Healy and Sean O’Brien ahead of a potentially historic day at the RDS.
Pro12 final: Ospreys make just one change for Leinster trip
Steve Tandy has stuck with 14 of the team which felled Munster in the semi-final, scrum half Rhys Webb is the only change.
# rabodirect - Wednesday 23 May, 2012
Cold blooded: No room for sentiment as Healy prepares for final push
The loose head was tight lipped about offering commiserations, preferring to keep his eyes on the prize.
# rabodirect - Monday 21 May, 2012
'A massively proud moment for me': Kearney reflects on Player of the Year award
The full-back has paid credit to his teammates while his coach at Leinster, Joe Schmidt, believes focus will not be a problem for the Pro12 Final on Sunday.
# rabodirect - Saturday 5 May, 2012
As it happened: Munster v Ulster, RaboDirect Pro12
The men in red were eager to exact revenge on their northern visitors for their Heineken Cup exit.
# rabodirect - Thursday 3 May, 2012
Dream team? Only one Irishman in Pro12 team of the year
Ulster’s Dan Tuohy is on the list, while there are only two representatives from table-topping Leinster.
# rabodirect - Thursday 19 April, 2012
First XV: Belfast set for Titanic Pro12 tussle
Ulster and Leinster have both named strong sides for tomorrow’s meeting despite their looming Heineken Cup appointments.
# rabodirect - Friday 23 March, 2012
Pro12 cheat-sheet: your guide to this weekend's rugby
Four provinces, three games. Time to put that dreadful Six Nations business out of sight and out of mind.
# rabodirect - Wednesday 21 March, 2012
Return of the kings: BOD and Cullen will play for Leinster on Friday
Leinster skills coach Richie Murphy has revealed that Brian O’Driscoll will play some part in this Friday’s RaboDirect Pr012 meeting with the Ospreys.
# rabodirect - Friday 9 March, 2012
He's back: Wallace in Munster squad for Aironi trip
The veteran back row has recovered from the knee injury which ruled him out of the World Cup.
# rabodirect - Friday 17 February, 2012
Pro12 cheat-sheet: your guide to the provincial rugby action
Ireland v Wales seems an awful long time ago. ROG wants a game, you know you feel the same.
# rabodirect - Friday 10 February, 2012
As it happened: Ulster v Dragons Pro12
We went minute-by-minute for the Dragons visit to Ravenhill tonight.
# rabodirect - Thursday 9 February, 2012
Pro12 cheat-sheet: your guide to the provincial rugby action
We know you’ve missed the RaboDirect Pro 12, just admit it. Here’s what’s going on in the Six Nations’ shadow.
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Poll: Do you prefer sunshine or rainy days?
WELL, IT’S BEEN a week of blue skies across the country, with little rain in sight.
While it’s forecast to be colder over the weekend than in recent days, conditions, for the most part, are due to remain dry and sunny.
Temperatures today are to range between 9 and 15 degrees.
With little to no rain in sight at the moment, we’re wondering – are you itching for a rainy day? Or are you loving the sunshine?
So, today we want to know: Do you prefer sunshine or rainy days?
Poll Results:
Sunshine, definitely (9728)
I like both (1755)
Rain, for sure (770)
I actually prefer snow more than anything (534)
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
Larry Donnelly: Kennedy vs Markey could be the last throw of the dice for the Irish American dynasty
By Larry Donnelly - @LarryPDonnelly
The Kennedy vs Markey battle is the distraction from Covid-19 we all need, says Larry Donnelly.
Opinion: Economic activity is primed to resume after Covid-19. In the meantime, it’s about survival
By Robert Sweeney
A 'virtual birthday' and an over-walked dog: One Irish mammy's experience of Covid-19 distancing
By Amanda Magnier
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