Beyond the Masthead: What Samantha Barry’s Departure and the End of Self Signal for the Future of Digital Publishing The era of the all-powerful Editor-in-Chief—the cultural gatekeeper who decided what was “in” and who was “relevant”—is officially in its sunset phase. When a powerhouse like Samantha Barry steps down from Glamour and Condé Nast simultaneously … Read more
Ireland is witnessing an unprecedented wave of entrepreneurial activity. While recent accolades – including finalists in the EY Entrepreneur of the Year awards from firms like Manna, Neurent, and Sisterly, alongside recognition for businesses in Cork and Waterford – are noteworthy, they represent a symptom of a much larger shift. The real story isn’t just … Read more
Decathlon to Launch First Cork Store This Summer, Expanding Irish Presence Cork residents will soon have access to the renowned sporting goods retailer, Decathlon, as the company prepares to open its inaugural store in the city this summer. The new location marks a significant expansion for Decathlon within Ireland, bringing its wide range of affordable … Read more
The Infant Formula Crisis: A Harbinger of Supply Chain Vulnerabilities and the Rise of Real-Time Safety Monitoring Over 80% of the global infant formula market is dominated by just four companies. This concentration, coupled with increasingly complex global supply chains, creates a precarious situation – one recently laid bare by widespread recalls stemming from Danone’s … Read more
Qualcomm Investment to Bring 300 Tech Jobs to Cork, Ireland Cork, Ireland is poised for a significant economic boost as Qualcomm Technologies announced a substantial €125 million investment in its existing facility. This expansion is projected to create 300 new high-skilled jobs over the next three years, solidifying Ireland’s position as a key European hub … Read more
Ireland’s Transport Crisis: Beyond Fuel Costs, Towards a Sustainable Mobility Future A Cork truck driver’s fear – that rising fuel costs could shutter businesses – isn’t an isolated concern. It’s a rapidly escalating reality echoing across Ireland, from haulage companies battling increased tolls to rural communities facing disproportionately high transport taxes. While immediate calls for … Read more
Ryanair’s Route Shifts: A Canary in the Coal Mine for Regional Airport Connectivity Over 40% of European airports operate at a loss, relying heavily on airline partnerships to maintain viability. Recent decisions by Ryanair to axe routes from Cork Airport – including services to Rome and Poland, with another shifting to Shannon – aren’t isolated … Read more