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Some 550 female entrepreneurs from across rural Ireland increased their collective revenue by almost €10m during their participation in the ACORNS business development programme, a new study has revealed. Now beginning its 11th cycle, ACORNS is a free initiative for early-stage female entrepreneurs based in rural Ireland. It has been running since 2014 and is funded through the Rural Innovation and Development Fund by the Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine (DAFM). An analysis of the initiative by researchers at DCU Business School found that over the past ten years, the revenues of 550 ACORNS participants rose by an average of 51% during their participation in the six-month ACORNS programme. Combined end-of-cycle revenues for 550 ACORNS participants amounted to €29m, representing a total increase of €9.8m across all ten cycles of the programme. Report authors Professor Colm O'Gorman, Professor Theo Lynn and Maggie O'Gorman found that aggregate pre-cycle employment rose from 822 to 1,023 staff post-cycle, an increase of 201. They reported that 29% of participants had exporting experience following the conclusion of their participation in ACORNS. Of the 550 total past participants, some 330 entrepreneurs have continued as members of the ACORNS Community. The full report is available to view here and via the ACORNS website. Martin Heydon, Minister for Agriculture, Food, and the Marine, launched the opening of the call for applications for ACORNS 11. The deadline for applications is midnight, September 22. The programme is available to early-stage female entrepreneurs living in rural Ireland who have generated sales no earlier than the end of June 2022. There are up to 50 places available. Those wishing to apply must first register their interest via the website. They will then be sent an application by email. ACORNS 11 will run from October 2025 to April 2026 and will include six monthly round table sessions, a briefing by various development agencies and an end-of-cycle celebration. There will be no charge for those selected to participate in ACORNS 11, thanks to the continuing support of the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and the voluntary contribution of time by the Lead Entrepreneurs. A survey of participants from the last cycle, ACORNS 10, found that all 52 participants who completed the cycle felt closer to achieving their business ambitions following the programme and would recommend ACORNS to others. Some 90% said their participation brought about practical change within their business. Four businesses started to trade for the first time during the ACORNS 10 cycle. The combined annual turnover of the ACORNS 10 participants grew by 54%, increasing from €2.8m to €4.3m. ACORNS 10 participants employed a total of 104 staff at the end of the cycle, an increase of 15. There were eighteen participants with export experience at the end of the cycle. To date, since 2014, some 550 participants have completed a cycle of ACORNS, with more than half continuing to avail themselves of support through their membership of the ACORNS Community. The benefits of membership includes the opportunity to take part in workshops, ACORNS Plus roundtables, a Community Forum and other networking events. Each of the Lead Entrepreneurs give their time to the programme on a voluntary basis, as they believe in the philosophy of 'entrepreneurs helping entrepreneurs'. This year's voluntary Lead Entrepreneurs are Alison Ritchie, Polar Ice; Caroline Reidy, The HR Suite; Eimer Hannon, Hannon Travel; Geraldine Jones, Skin Formulas; Karen Kerrigan, Kerrigan Mushrooms; Mary B Walsh, Ire Wel Pallets; and Triona MacGiolla Rí, Aró Digital Strategies. In addition, experienced businesswomen, Clare Duignan and Geraldine Kelly, who are on the Going for Growth advisory panel, will facilitate ACORNS Plus round tables for previous participants, who are committed to continuing driving forward the development of their businesses. Earlier this...
In Idaho, there are 450 different systems to take care of wastewater and more than 2,000 systems that bring safe drinking water to homes across the state. Now, a new report has revealed that many of these treatment plants are old and falling apart.
Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder can be caused by alcohol consumption by fathers prior to conception, not just mothers drinking during pregnancy? It's all in a new report being launched by researchers at the Royal College of Surgeons this evening to mark FASD Awareness Day. John Cooke reports.
New Zealand red meat prices are at record levels and are forecast to remain strong throughout the coming year, despite concerns about inflation. Board chair Kate Acland says the outlook is positive, with tight global supply set to keep demand high. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland is one of the fastest-growing ageing countries in Europe but new research highlights how we lack in social and health care needs for older people. That's according to TILDA, the Irish longitudinal study on ageing which found that many older adults remain undiagnosed for conditions and depression is nearly not reported at all but loneliness levels have dropped back to pre-pandemic levels. Rose Anne Kenny, Principal Investigator of TILDA joined Pat Kenny on the show to tell us more about the report.
New Zealand red meat prices are at record levels and are forecast to remain strong throughout the coming year, despite concerns about inflation. Board chair Kate Acland says the outlook is positive, with tight global supply set to keep demand high. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trump targets multiple Democrats over allegations of mortgage fraud. But, a new report reveals at least three Trump cabinet members also claimed multiple primary residences on their mortgages. Plus, more Republicans call out RFK Jr. for his anti-vaccine views. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A disappointing jobs report just released this morning shows employers added just 22,000 jobs last month, raising fears that US job growth is stalling out. This report also reveals a rising unemployment rate ticking up to 4.3%, the highest in nearly four years. Our coverage begins with Vanessa Yurkevich in New York and Alayna Treene at the White House. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode #237 of New Report, Old Report with hosts John Lund & Al Renauto, or as sports talk radio fans in New York know him — Al from White Plains! Recorded ... The post New Report, Old Report #237 appeared first on The Bridge Sports Podcast.
Matt Schulz, Lending Tree's Chief Consumer Finance Analyst, joins Megan Lynch with details on a report about money impacting friendships. The data shows nearly 1/3 have had friendships end, and nearly half of parents with kids under 18. Lending money, spending habits, and lying about money are three factors that contributed to the issue.
A new report by the New South Wales Nurses and Midwives Association has revealed the alarming rates of racism and discrimination experienced by Aboriginal and culturally diverse healthcare workers. The union's survey found nearly 70 per cent of respondents face racism at work, leading to calls for urgent action to address this issue. The report highlights how racism is affecting the health and well-being of both staff and patients.
President Donald Trump has railed against the CHIPS Act, which has pumped billions into Arizona's semiconductor industry. Now, his administration is pulling funding from a landmark ASU project — and they say it's about politics. And, a Valley sculptor whose miniatures are fueled by nostalgia.
A new report from Deakin University has revealed that schoolteachers are facing significantly higher levels of stress and burnout compared to the national average.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Vice President JD Vance promoted President Donald Trump's tax cuts during a visit to La Crosse. Then, a new report suggests the state's economy may be slowing in 2025. And, the answer to a listener's WHYsconsin question about a particular type of toilet.
Episode #236 of New Report, Old Report with hosts John Lund & Al Renauto, or as sports talk radio fans in New York know him — Al from White Plains! Recorded ... The post New Report, Old Report #236 appeared first on The Bridge Sports Podcast.
A City Council investigation says the Bronx has the highest concentration of illegal out-of-state license plates used to evade tolls and fines, with one in five sampled vehicles citywide showing fraudulent or missing plates. Meanwhile, Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso has released a report underscoring sharp disparities across neighborhoods. Plus, in this week's Politics Brief: Governor Hochul says “no” to President Trump on sending the National Guard into New York, and Zohran Mamdani's record in Albany.
There's no single formula for hiring success, but the Postal Service's inspector general has rounded up some smart, field-tested ideas that other agencies might want to borrow. From welcome kits to walk-in interviews, it's a reminder that small changes can make a big difference. David Garcia from the USPS OIG joined us to unpack the findings.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A new report warns critical services like aged care and mental health support are harder to access in the regions. The Anglicare Australia report has found regional services are more likely to face underfunding, short-term contracts and staff shortages. Rural Editor Emily Minney spoke with Executive Director Kasey Chambers about the findingsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trudie Mason is joined by Political analyst Karim Boulos, and Andrew Caddell, a town councillor in Kamouraska, and President of the Task Force on Linguistic policy. A new report from the auditor general finds that Montreal roadwork is poorly planned and coordinated. Students are banned from using their cell phones in class….should teachers lead by example? Mayoral candidate and Projet Montreal leader Luc Rabouin walks back on Camillien-Houde and the summer biweekly trash pick up SAAQclic: Quebec Premier François Legault may be called to appear before the Gallant Commission.
Schools across Pennsylvania have detected environmental hazards in their buildings — from mold to lead. That’s according to a new report. Ten Pennsylvania colleges or universities have either merged or closed since 2016, according to Higher Ed Dive, which tracks college closures and mergers nationwide. Many Pennsylvania universities are continuing to cut costs through layoffs or mergers in order to meet financial challenges. Back to school season means school buses are returning to the roads. We dive into the laws surrounding school bus safety in Pennsylvania. And now we have two deeper dives: First, Pennsylvania’s two largest school districts are weighing the same question: Can closing schools address declining enrollment and balance the budget? Both Philadelphia and Pittsburgh face aging school buildings and a myriad of school structures and sizes. But while the districts have a similar task at hand, their approach differs in one major way. And Some Pennsylvania university scientists have seen their federal funding restored after joining a lawsuit against the Trump administration. Although some of the money is flowing again, the temporary funding loss may have already done lasting damage to scientific work. Federal funding for public media has been rescinded. Your monthly gift to WITF can help fill the gap as we navigate this new reality. Become a monthly sustaining member today at www.witf.org/givenow.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There has been a worrying decline in hospitality employment. That's according to the Restaurants Association of Ireland, which represents 3,000 members across restaurants, cafés, gastropubs, and other food-led businesses. The R.A.I. is pointing to the latest Labour Force Survey figures as proof of the economic case for the Government to bring back the reduced 9% VAT rate for the hospitality sector. The Labour Force Survey (LFS) figures released by the Central Statistics Office show that, while the data for the first quarter of 2025 suggested growth, driven largely by part-time jobs, the newly published Q2 figures reveal a clear contraction. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Terry O'Connor, Co-owner of Henry's Bistro in Ennis and Frank Landy, of Sweet N Green.
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The recent report, A Matter of Justice: The Uninvestigated Homicides of La Matanza, aims to pursue justice for the victims of la matanza.
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In this episode of the Engineering Influence Podcast, we're joined by Eileen Canady, CMO of BST Global, to discuss the groundbreaking findings from the 2025 Global AEC AI & Data Insights Report. From AI adoption trends to workforce transformation, we explore how engineering firms are embracing AI, overcoming challenges, and reshaping the future of the industry.
In this episode, we break down the US State Department's sharp criticism of the UK over alleged human rights abuses. Senator JD Vance responds with strong measures including visa bans as both nations clash over free speech, online censorship, and government overreach.Support the showThanks for listening. For more commentary, join my newsletter! To Stay In Touch: Click Here To Subscribe To My NewsletterSee you next time!
In this week's episode ofThe New Stack Agents, Scott Carey, editor-in-chief of LeadDev, discussed their first AI Impact Report, which explores how engineering teams are adopting AI tools. The report shows that two-thirds of developers are actively using AI, with another 20% in pilot stages and only 2% having no plans to use AI — a group Carey finds particularly intriguing. Popular tools include Cursor (43%) and GitHub Copilot (37%), with others like OpenAI, Gemini, and Claude following, while Amazon Q and Replit lag behind.Most developers use AI for code generation, documentation, and research, but usage for DevOps tasks like testing, deployment, and IT automation remains low. Carey finds this underutilization frustrating, given AI's potential impact in these areas. The report also highlights concern for junior developers, with 54% of respondents expecting fewer future hires at that level. While many believe AI boosts productivity, some remain unsure — a sign that organizations still struggle to measure developer performance effectively.Learn more from The New Stack about the latest insights about the AI tool adoption: AI Adoption: Why Businesses Struggle to Move from Development to Production3 Strategies for Speeding Up AI Adoption Among DevelopersAI Everywhere: Overcoming Barriers to AdoptionJoin our community of newsletter subscribers to stay on top of the news and at the top of your game.
The foundation that supports Atlanta’s East Lake community, the East Lake Foundation, is celebrating 30 years. Show host Rose Scott talks with Ilham Askia, the president and CEO of the East Lake Foundation, about how the neighborhood — once overshadowed by crime, poverty, and crumbling infrastructure — was transformed into a thriving community. It’s now widely recognized as a blueprint for 25 communities across the nation through the efforts of the nonprofit, Purpose Built Communities. During the conversation, Askia reflects on the past, present, and future of East Lake, as well as the legacy of the late real estate developer and founder, Tom Cousins. It’s nearly 20 years since Hurricane Katrina devastated Louisiana and parts of the Gulf Coast. Now, a new report from the Brookings Institution's Center for Community Uplift pinpoints how “environmental injustices and climate risks intersect to undermine resilience in metropolitan New Orleans” from Katrina to the present day. Rose talks with Manann Donoghoe, a fellow at the Brookings Institution's Center for Community Uplift, who authored the report.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New economic data from the Congressional Budget Office analyzing Trump-enomics put a lie to Trump's “all new numbers” that showed a phony $2,000 increase in household income under Trump. In reality, the poorest 10 percent just got poorer any 1200 a year, including a loss in federal benefits, and the rich got richer by an eye popping $13,600 per household. Michael Popok takes a close look at Trump's lies to the American People about his failed economy. Head to https://ProlonLife.com/LEGALAF to get 15% off their 5-day nutrition program. Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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A new report shows that housing costs are higher than at any other point in history ... which has many people wondering if it's time to reevaluate the American dream. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry and produced by Christy Strawser.
A new report shows that housing costs are higher than at any other point in history ... which has many people wondering if it's time to reevaluate the American dream. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry and produced by Christy Strawser.
A new report shows that housing costs are higher than at any other point in history ... which has many people wondering if it's time to reevaluate the American dream. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry and produced by Christy Strawser.
A new report shows that housing costs are higher than at any other point in history ... which has many people wondering if it's time to reevaluate the American dream. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry and produced by Christy Strawser.
A new report shows that housing costs are higher than at any other point in history ... which has many people wondering if it's time to reevaluate the American dream. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry and produced by Christy Strawser.
Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil, is a renewable fuel that's made from used cooking oil, plant oils or animal fats internationally, suspicion is mounting that there is rampant fraud in the supply of HVO from Malaysia, Indonesia and China. Prof Hannah Daly, professor of sustainable energy at University College Cork she joined John to tell us more.
According to a new report by the Productivity Commission, Australia's long-term economic prosperity can be boosted by tackling climate change. In the second of five reports, the independent advisory body outlines a set of recommended climate related actions and environmental law reforms that would help bolster economic growth. It comes ahead of a government summit aimed at lifting Australia's lagging productivity, and as the federal government considers its emission reduction target for 2035. - يُمكن تعزيز الازدهار الاقتصادي طويل الأمد لأستراليا من خلال التحدث عن تغير المناخ, وفقًا لتقرير جديد صادر عن لجنة الإنتاجية.
Clearing the FOG with co-hosts Margaret Flowers and Kevin Zeese
The Lancet, a renowned medical journal, recently published a groundbreaking report on the number of people who die each year as a result of economic sanctions primarily imposed by the United States. US economic wars have killed more than 560,000 people each year for the past ten years, over half of those killed are children five years of age and younger. This number is higher than the number of people who die in military conflicts. Clearing the FOG speaks with Sara Flounders, a co-founder of the Sanctions Kill campaign, about what sanctions are, how they kill, and why the United States wages economic warfare. For more information, visit PopularResistance.org.
According to a new report by the Productivity Commission, Australia's long-term economic prosperity can be boosted by tackling climate change. In the second of five reports, the independent advisory body outlines a set of recommended climate related actions and environmental law reforms that would help bolster economic growth. It comes ahead of a government summit aimed at lifting Australia's lagging productivity, and as the federal government considers its emission reduction target for 2035.
A new review in the Lancet details what our dependence on plastics is costing human health. And one of the experts behind it hopes countries will heed his warnings ahead of negotiations toward a global plastics treaty.A 150-hectare wildfire bears down on small towns in eastern Newfoundland... and we hear from a councilor for a town where residents have been ordered to evacuate for the third time this summer.Plus...New technology helps scientists uncover the tattoos of a 2-thousand-year-old Siberian mummy. We hear from the author of the study - who just happens to be a traditional tattoo artist himself.As It Happens, the Monday edition. Radio that hopes to leave a lasting impression.
Artificial intelligence is seemingly everywhere now. But how sustainable is it? As data centers spring up across the West, there are growing concerns over the water and power AI consumes.
The Western United States is in the midst of fire season. Here in Washington, the Burdoin Fire in the Columbia Gorge has burned more than 100,000 acres. The Bear Gulch Fire on the peninsula has closed portions of Olympic National Park. Leading up to this summer, governors and lawmakers raised concerns about cuts to the US Forest Service, which fights wildland fires. Brooke Rollins is head of the USDA, which oversees the Forest Service. She told Fox News that the agency’s ability to fight fires hasn’t been affected by the cuts. But new reporting from ProPublica has found that the agency is facing staffing issues that could affect its ability to respond to fires. Guest: Abe Streep, reporter at ProPublica's Southwest Bureau Relevant Links: ProPublica: The Forest Service Claims It’s Fully Staffed for a Worsening Fire Season. Data Shows Thousands of Unfilled Jobs. Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes. Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode #235 of New Report, Old Report with hosts John Lund & Al Renauto, or as sports talk radio fans in New York know him — Al from White Plains! Recorded ... The post New Report, Old Report #235 appeared first on The Bridge Sports Podcast.
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The Trump administration is under pressure to release more documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case. That's even after a Florida judge declined to release grand jury documents from the probe. Support NPR and hear every episode of Trump's Terms sponsor-free with NPR+. Sign up at plus.npr.org.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
On Thursday, The Wall Street Journal published a report claiming that President Donald Trump signed a letter containing a lewd drawing and sexually suggestive text as part of a birthday album for Jeffrey Epstein in 2003. The Journal says it reviewed the contents of the previously unreported album and letters but has not released any of the documents. President Trump strongly denied writing the letter and, on Friday, filed a defamation lawsuit against The Journal and its owners. Separately, the Department of Justice (DOJ) asked a federal judge to unseal grand jury testimony from Epstein's sex-trafficking prosecution as part of an effort to address ongoing public interest in the case. Ad-free podcasts are here!Many listeners have been asking for an ad-free version of this podcast that they could subscribe to — and we finally launched it. You can go to ReadTangle.com to sign up!You can read today's podcast here, our “Under the Radar” story here and today's “Have a nice day” story here.Take the survey: What do you think about the alleged birthday note? Let us know!Disagree? That's okay. My opinion is just one of many. Write in and let us know why, and we'll consider publishing your feedback.You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our Executive Editor and Founder is Isaac Saul. Our Executive Producer is Jon Lall.This podcast was written by: Isaac Saul and edited and engineered by Dewey Thomas. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75.Our newsletter is edited by Managing Editor Ari Weitzman, Senior Editor Will Kaback, Hunter Casperson, Kendall White, Bailey Saul, and Audrey Moorehead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Guests: Sen. Andy Kim, Norm Eisen, Robert Malley, Brendan Buck, Alex WagnerKristi Noem conducts a portrait poll on Instagram while the federal response in Texas was delayed. Tonight: new reporting on the alarming execution of Trump's FEMA vision. Then, a federal judge blocks Trump's attempt to gut the 14th Amendment. And the latest chapter of Donald Trump versus Elon Musk: This is the true story of a total stranger picked to run NASA. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.