Irish Ferries owner Irish Continental Group (ICG) has said its €315m investment in two new ferries will equip it for further growth and is a sign of confidence in the Irish Sea and French passenger markets.

A ‘time of great interior crisis’ early in his career turned Pope Francis into a family man and one who is determined that the Church puts the care of individuals above doctrine, writes Paul Valley

His autocratic style as leader of the Jesuits in Argentina was a chastening experience that shaped Pope Francis’ life and led to his transformation as champion of the poor, Paul Valley reports.

ARGENTINIAN steakhouse Gaucho Grill, popular with many of Britain’s top footballers, has identified Ireland as a target for its expansion plans.

One of US President George Bush’s 24-year-old twin daughters had her handbag stolen from under a Buenos Aires restaurant table while being guarded by the Secret Service, US and Argentine media have reported today.