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ECB claims rescue programme ‘will bring stability’ to Ireland’s finances

IRELAND’S rescue programme is a good one and will bring stabilisation to the country, according to the European Central Bank (ECB).

Fri, 03 Dec, 2010

ECB says rate decisions will reflect ongoing data

EUROPEAN Central Bank rates have not necessarily reached a bottom and future decisions will be taken on the basis of ongoing economic data, Governing Council member John Hurley said yesterday.

Sat, 06 Jun, 2009

Seven hostages freed after $500,000 ransom paid

SEVEN truck drivers held hostage in Iraq since July were freed yesterday after a $500,000 (€411,000) ransom was paid.

Thu, 02 Sep, 2004

Suicide bombers’ final days captured on propaganda video

THE camera shows the suicide bomber warmly embracing a group of masked men. There are kisses on the cheek and a shot of him in the cab of a truck — his fingers resting on what appears to be a detonator.

Tue, 06 Jul, 2004

Prisoner torture 'included sex assault with broomstick'

Outrage over the torture of Iraqi prisoners by United States troops intensified tonight after claims that the abuse included sexual assault and threats of rape.

Sat, 01 May, 2004