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51 COVID-19 projects awarded €3m

  • Community

€3m in awards announced for 51 COVID-19 community response projects by Rethink Ireland Innovate Together Fund.

Global equities led lower by tech stocks

  • Investments
Global equities were mixed last week, with technology stocks once again weighing on the global index, writes Ian Slattery.

Zurich sponsors reforestation in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest

  • Community

Zurich’s reforestation sponsorship will help to restore biodiversity by planting one million trees, including one for each employee.

The Mike Murphy Senior Times Podcast: Episode 9

  • Podcast

In the latest episode of the Senior Times magazine’s podcast series, Marty Morrissey tells Mike Murphy about his career as a sports commentator and why hard work really does pay off.

Peace of mind in retirement

  • Pensions
Nearly half of all working adults do not have a pension according to Zurich’s latest pension research, which highlights the challenges people face when trying to save for their retirement, and their need for financial planning advice.

Markets move lower

  • Investments
Stocks declined for a second consecutive week, led lower once again by the tech sector, writes Ian Slattery.

Mental wellbeing a concern for employees

  • Wellbeing

Rugby Players Ireland and Zurich reveal research on attitudes to mental wellbeing and returning to work as part of the Tackle Your Feelings programme.

The Mike Murphy Senior Times Podcast: Episode 8

  • Podcast

In the latest episode of the Senior Times magazine’s podcast series, Mike Murphy interviews Ryan Tubridy about his remarkable career in broadcasting, his ambitions and dreams for the future.

Tech leads markets lower

  • Investments
Global markets moved lower last week, as tech stocks fell for two consecutive days following a massive run up in recent weeks, writes Ian Slattery.

Financial planning for future generations

  • Pensions
Family wealth planning is important at any stage in life and taking an active approach early can positively impact your future financial health, according to Micheál O'Driscoll, MD of FDC Financial Services.
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