Glossary

178 words you met as dotted underlines in our stories: the meaning, plus why it mattered in that story. It grows every day.

10-year US Treasury yieldFinance

The return on 10-year US government debt, a benchmark for borrowing costs.
In this story Reported at 5.31%.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

30-year bondFinance

Long-term US government debt.
In this story Auction yield 5.618%.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

AgrilandMedia

An Irish farming news site.
In this story Reported the excise dates.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

AIBBusiness

Allied Irish Banks, which sponsors the Irish PMI surveys.
In this story Its PMIs were published this week.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

allocationsGovernment

The amounts of public money assigned to each department.
In this story Most were not agreed by Friday.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

annual lowMarkets

The lowest level reached so far this year.
In this story 1.1311 according to DailyForex.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

António GuterresPerson

UN Secretary-General.
In this story Condemned the attack.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

Associated PressMedia

A US news agency.
In this story Source of the Wall Street figures.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

Bank of IrelandBusiness

One of Ireland's two big banks.
In this story Down 2.3% at €18.81.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

basis pointsFinance

One hundredth of a percentage point.
In this story French yields rose 15.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

BNP ParibasBusiness

A French bank.
In this story Fell about 4%.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

bond yieldsFinance

The return on government debt; rising yields mean falling bond prices.
In this story Their rise drove Wednesday's fall.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

BrentEnergy

The international benchmark price for crude oil.
In this story Swung between $100 and $103.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

BundFinance

A German government bond, the euro-area benchmark.
In this story Flat on the day.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

Business CommitteePolitics

The Dáil committee that sets the agenda.
In this story Ended without agreement on Thursday.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

capital gains taxTax

Tax on the profit from selling assets.
In this story Standard rate falls to 31%.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

carbon taxTax

A tax on fossil fuels based on their carbon content.
In this story Cut for home heating oil and gas.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

Central Statistics OfficeStatistics

Ireland's national statistics agency, the CSO.
In this story Estimated Irish inflation at 3.9%.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

ChambersPerson

Jack Chambers, Minister for Public Expenditure.
In this story Wants a deal that is affordable.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

chief whipPolitics

The government member who organises Dáil business.
In this story Mary Butler held the post in the row.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

Cian O'CallaghanPerson

Social Democrats TD.
In this story Said energy help had not arrived.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

cliff edgePolitics

A sudden, steep change rather than a gradual one.
In this story The Taoiseach wants fuel taxes restored gradually.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

Connacht TribuneMedia

A Galway weekly newspaper.
In this story Reported the fuel and energy measures.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

contagionFinance

Spread of financial trouble from one market to others.
In this story Feared as French and Italian yields rose.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

contingencyEconomy

Money held back for unexpected costs.
In this story Martin cited €1.6bn unallocated.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

Core inflationEconomy

Inflation excluding energy and food.
In this story Rose to 2.5%, much lower than the headline.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

corporation taxTax

A tax on company profits.
In this story Funds much of today's package.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

cost-of-disability paymentWelfare

A new payment towards the extra costs of living with a disability.
In this story Set at €500.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

cost-of-livingEconomy

The price of everyday needs like food and energy.
In this story Unions want it addressed first.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

Cristiano RonaldoPerson

Portuguese forward and the country's record scorer.
In this story Provisionally suspended.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

DáilPolitics

The lower house of the Oireachtas, where the budget is presented.
In this story Budget 2027 is to be presented there on Tuesday.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

DailyForexMedia

A currency market commentary website.
In this story Reported the annual low of 1.1311.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

DavyBusiness

An Irish stockbroker and wealth manager that publishes budget analysis.
In this story Its estimate of the €8.5bn package is the figure used here.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

deficitEconomy

When spending exceeds revenue in a year.
In this story Projected to rise to €20bn by 2030.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

Department of FinanceGovernment

The ministry that forecasts revenue and runs tax policy.
In this story Projects business tax receipts of €34bn.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

derogationWork

An exemption from a rule, here from a union picket.
In this story Not extended to Leinster House staff.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

Deutsche BankBusiness

Germany's largest bank.
In this story Fell 5%.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

dieselEnergy

A fuel for lorries, buses and many cars.
In this story The subject of the Russia deal.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

diesel rebateEnergy

A refund on diesel costs for some road hauliers and users.
In this story Extended to year end.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

disciplinary proceedingsLaw

A formal process to decide on punishment.
In this story No hearing date given.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

domestic spending ruleEconomy

A legal limit on how fast the State may increase spending.
In this story The watchdog wants one.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

Dominic SolankePerson

Tottenham striker.
In this story Equalised in stoppage time.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

DowMarkets

The Dow Jones Industrial Average, an index of 30 large US companies.
In this story Rose 90.94 points.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

energy ceasefireDiplomacy

A halt to attacks on energy facilities.
In this story The UK says Russia must agree to one.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

EU presidencyPolitics

The rotating chair of EU Council meetings; Ireland holds it until December.
In this story The civil service dispute could disrupt it.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

EUR/USDMarkets

The price of one euro in US dollars.
In this story Near this year's low.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

Euro STOXX 50Markets

An index of 50 large euro-area companies.
In this story Closed Friday at 6,238.50.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

European Central BankFinance

The central bank of the euro area, setting interest rates.
In this story Has raised rates twice this summer.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

EurostatStatistics

The EU's statistics office.
In this story Published the 3.8% flash estimate.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

exciseTax

A per-litre tax on fuel.
In this story Cuts extended to 28 February.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

excise cutsTax

Temporary reductions in the per-litre tax on fuel.
In this story Extended to the end of February.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

excise dutyTax

A tax on each litre of fuel, separate from VAT.
In this story The 27c and 32c cuts are due to end this month.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

Farmers JournalMedia

An Irish farming newspaper that also covers rural policy.
In this story Reported the Taoiseach's remarks on fuel taxes.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

Federal ReserveFinance

The US central bank.
In this story It raised rates last month for the first time in about three years.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

Finance BillPolitics

The law that puts budget tax changes into effect.
In this story Debated in the coming weeks.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

Finance MinisterGovernment

The minister responsible for taxes and the public finances.
In this story Simon Harris holds the post and delivers the tax measures.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

FinancialJuiceMedia

A news feed for traders.
In this story Reported the tanker incident.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

Fiscal CouncilGovernment

Short name for the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council.
In this story Will respond to the budget today.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

flash estimateStatistics

An early, quickly produced figure that can be revised.
In this story Both inflation numbers are flash estimates.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

FórsaWork

The largest public service trade union.
In this story 96.6% backed action.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

fuel allowanceWelfare

A weekly payment helping eligible households with heating.
In this story Rises by €5 to €43.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

FXStreetMedia

A currency news site.
In this story Reported the break below 1.13.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

Ged NashPerson

Labour TD.
In this story Coined "Soundbite Simon".
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

general licenceLaw

A US permit that lets anyone carry out a sanctioned activity.
In this story Allows Russian diesel until April 2027.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

GoldMarkets

The precious metal priced in US dollars per ounce.
In this story Closed at US$4,156.8.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

GOV.UKMedia

The UK Government's official website.
In this story Published the account of the PM's call.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

Gulf CoastGeography

The US coast of the Gulf of Mexico, home to many refineries.
In this story A storm is approaching.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

Gulf of OmanGeography

Sea area between Iran and Oman.
In this story Where a tanker was reported hit.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

harmonisedStatistics

The EU method of measuring inflation so countries can be compared.
In this story Irish HICP was 3.9%.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

Help to BuyHousing

A scheme refunding tax to first-time buyers of new homes.
In this story One of the areas under discussion.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

HormuzGeography

The Strait of Hormuz, a key oil shipping route.
In this story Oil swings follow news from it.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

HouthisSecurity

An Iran-aligned armed movement that controls much of Yemen.
In this story Blamed for the attack.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

income taxTax

Tax on earnings, paid in two bands in Ireland.
In this story Harris has promised a change worth hundreds of euros.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

Industrial actionWork

Action such as a strike to press a claim.
In this story Possible on 14 and 21 October.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

Inheritance taxTax

Tax on gifts or inheritances above a threshold.
In this story Thresholds rise in all categories.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

INMOWork

The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation.
In this story 99% backed action.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

international lawLaw

Rules governing relations between states.
In this story The committee's stated reason.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

Intesa SanpaoloBusiness

An Italian bank.
In this story Fell about 4%.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

Irish ExaminerMedia

A Cork-based daily newspaper.
In this story Reported the package size.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

Irish Fiscal Advisory CouncilGovernment

The State's independent watchdog on the public finances.
In this story Warned in August about reliance on corporation tax.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

ISEQMarkets

The Irish stock market index.
In this story Down 1.3% at 2.45pm.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

Islamabad memorandum of understandingDiplomacy

A June interim deal between Iran and the US that the seven conditions refer to.
In this story Iran links the reopening to it.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

ITV NewsMedia

A UK broadcaster's news service.
In this story Reported "gift to Putin".
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

Ivana BacikPerson

Labour Party leader.
In this story Coined "KitKat budget".
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

Jack ChambersPerson

Fianna Fáil minister for public expenditure.
In this story His team negotiated with departments over the weekend.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

Jared KushnerPerson

Trump's son-in-law and informal envoy.
In this story Joined the Ukraine talks.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

Jordan HendersonPerson

English midfielder.
In this story Scored twice for Chelsea.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

Jorge JesusPerson

Portugal's head coach, according to the reports.
In this story Ronaldo had criticised him, per the Guardian.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

Jørgen Watne FrydnesPerson

Chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee.
In this story Announced the prize.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

Kevin BakhurstPerson

Director General of RTÉ.
In this story Rejected the claim that reform was slow.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

King Khalid International AirportGeography

Riyadh's main airport.
In this story Hit by the missile strike on Saturday.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

KursMedia

A Ukrainian news and finance site.
In this story Reported the reaction.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

LabourPolitics

An opposition party.
In this story Called on the chief whip to reconsider.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

Liga.netMedia

A Ukrainian news site.
In this story Reported Zelenskyy's reaction.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

Marco RubioPerson

US Secretary of State.
In this story Said an American was among the dead.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

María Corina MachadoPerson

Venezuelan opposition leader, 2025 laureate.
In this story Pillay's predecessor.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

Mary Lou McDonaldPerson

Sinn Féin leader.
In this story Said the budget lacked ambition.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

Micheál MartinPerson

Taoiseach and Fianna Fáil leader.
In this story Quoted on avoiding a cliff edge for fuel taxes.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

midterm electionsPolitics

US elections held halfway through a president's term.
In this story Trump cited fuel prices before them.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

minutesFinance

The record of a central bank meeting, published later.
In this story The Fed's September minutes came out Wednesday.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

MitradeMedia

A broker's news roundup.
In this story Showed the dollar up 1.07% on the week.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

Mohammad Bagher GhalibafPerson

Iran's parliament speaker and chief negotiator.
In this story Made the seven-conditions statement on Sunday.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

Multi-annual funding agreementMedia

A fixed plan for public funding over several years.
In this story RTÉ says the cut breaks it.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

NasdaqMarkets

A US market heavy in technology shares.
In this story Fell 0.22%.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

Nasdaq compositeMarkets

An index dominated by US technology shares.
In this story Hit a record 27,477.31.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

National Childcare SchemeSocial

The State subsidy for childcare fees.
In this story Gets an extra €65m.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

naval blockadeSecurity

A military cordon that stops ships reaching a country's ports.
In this story Reportedly among Iran's conditions for reopening the strait.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

Navi PillayPerson

South African lawyer and former UN human rights chief.
In this story The 2026 laureate.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

NewsquawkMedia

A financial news service for traders.
In this story Source for the services figure.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

Nobel Peace PrizePrizes

An annual prize awarded in Oslo.
In this story Won by Navi Pillay.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

NORAEnergy

The National Oil Reserves Agency, which holds emergency fuel stocks.
In this story Its levy cut is extended to 31 December.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

Norwegian Nobel CommitteePrizes

The panel that picks the Peace Prize winner.
In this story Announced the winner.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

Oilprice.comMedia

A news site covering energy markets.
In this story Source for the Hormuz attack details.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

One Albert QuayBusiness

A building in Cork where RTÉ plans a new base.
In this story Cork staff worry about the move.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

Patrick O'DonovanPerson

Fianna Fáil minister for culture, communications and sport.
In this story Reported to have left a talk with Chambers after eight minutes.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

pay dealWork

An agreement setting public sector pay over several years.
In this story The last one expired in June.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

payrollsEconomy

The monthly US count of new jobs.
In this story September showed only 29,000.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

Pearse DohertyPerson

Sinn Féin finance spokesperson.
In this story Called the changes an insult.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

picket lineWork

Striking workers standing outside a workplace.
In this story Opposition said they would not cross it.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

picketsWork

Workers standing outside a workplace during a strike.
In this story Planned for 14 October.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

PMIEconomy

Purchasing Managers' Index, a monthly survey; above 50 means growth.
In this story Irish services slowed to 54.1.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

Portuguese Football FederationSport

The governing body of football in Portugal.
In this story Opened disciplinary proceedings.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

Premier LeagueSport

England's top football division.
In this story Source of Saturday's results.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

Public Accounts CommitteePolitics

An Oireachtas committee scrutinising public spending.
In this story Will call RTÉ and the Department.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

Public Expenditure MinisterGovernment

The minister who sets the spending limits for departments.
In this story Jack Chambers holds the post and negotiated the allocations.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

public sectorWork

Workers paid by the State, such as nurses and teachers.
In this story Face possible strikes.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

pump pricesEconomy

What drivers pay at the forecourt.
In this story Follow oil with a lag.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

RaisinMedia

A savings comparison firm that published a budget summary.
In this story Gave the €1.3bn income tax figure.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

rent tax creditTax

A credit for people paying private rent.
In this story Rises by €150.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

ReutersMedia

An international news agency.
In this story Cited for the count of attacks.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

Revolutionary GuardsSecurity

Iran's ideological military force.
In this story Cited alongside UKMTO.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

RoboForexMedia

A broker's market analysis page.
In this story Quoted 1.1256 on 2 October.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

Rodrigo BentancurPerson

Tottenham midfielder.
In this story Sent off at Old Trafford.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

Roic.aiMedia

A market news aggregator.
In this story Linked the fall to oil and French worries.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

RTÉMedia

Ireland's public service broadcaster.
In this story Facing a €20m funding cut.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

Russell 2000Markets

An index of small US companies.
In this story Rose 0.5% to 2,847.14.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

S&P 500Markets

An index of 500 large US companies.
In this story Closed at 7,722.72 on Friday.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

sanctionsLaw

Penalties imposed to pressure a government.
In this story Eased for Russian diesel.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

Saudi-led coalitionSecurity

The military alliance led by Saudi Arabia in Yemen.
In this story Said it intercepted a missile at al-Kharj.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

SharecastMedia

A UK financial news service.
In this story Source for the European close.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

Simon HarrisPerson

Minister for Finance and Tánaiste, a Fine Gael leader.
In this story He presents the tax side of Budget 2027.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

Sinn FéinPolitics

The main opposition party in the Dáil.
In this story Called the tax changes an insult to workers.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

SIPTUWork

Ireland's largest general trade union.
In this story 97% backed action.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

Social DemocratsPolitics

An opposition party.
In this story Criticised energy support.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

social welfareWelfare

State payments to those who need support.
In this story Weekly rates rise by €10.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

stamp dutyTax

A tax paid on buying a property.
In this story The second-hand relief was dropped.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

Steve WitkoffPerson

US special envoy.
In this story Met Ukrainian officials on Friday.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

StoneXBusiness

A financial services firm that publishes market commentary.
In this story Reported the French-German gap.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

STOXX 600Markets

An index of 600 European companies.
In this story Closed 1.1% lower at 629.95.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

Strait of HormuzGeography

A narrow sea passage between Iran and Oman carrying about a fifth of world oil.
In this story Iran says it stays closed.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

TaoiseachPolitics

The head of the Irish Government.
In this story Micheál Martin favoured a gradual end to the fuel cuts.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

tax creditsTax

Amounts deducted from the tax you owe.
In this story The main three rise by €125.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

Terence O'RourkePerson

Chairman of RTÉ's board.
In this story Attended the meeting.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

The NationalMedia

A news outlet based in Abu Dhabi.
In this story Reported the licence details.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

TheJournalMedia

TheJournal.ie, an Irish digital news site.
In this story Reported that an extension beyond November looked likely.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

Thomond ParkSport

Munster's home ground in Limerick.
In this story Where the Bulls lost 26-22.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

trade-offsPolitics

Choices where gaining one thing means giving up another.
In this story Chambers said they would be needed.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

Trading EconomicsMedia

A website that publishes economic data and summaries.
In this story Source for the manufacturing figure.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

TreasuryFinance

The US government's debt, whose yields set global borrowing costs.
In this story Yields are above 5%.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

Treasury yieldFinance

The return on US government debt.
In this story About 5.24% on Friday.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

Truth SocialMedia

Donald Trump's social media platform.
In this story Where he criticised the committee.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

TV licenceMedia

A household fee that helps fund RTÉ.
In this story Reform could bridge the gap.
First appeared · No. 5 (2026-10-09)

UK Maritime Trade OperationsSecurity

A Royal Navy centre that receives reports of shipping incidents.
In this story Cited for a tanker hit near Hormuz.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

UN commissionLaw

An inquiry body set up by the United Nations.
In this story Pillay led one on Gaza in 2025.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

UN General AssemblyDiplomacy

The annual gathering of all member states of the United Nations.
In this story Iran put its seven-day reopening plan there.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

unemployment rateEconomy

The share of the workforce without a job but looking for one.
In this story It rose to 4.2% in September.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

UniCreditBusiness

An Italian-based banking group.
In this story Fell about 4%.
First appeared · No. 4 (2026-10-08)

United Rugby ChampionshipSport

A league of clubs from Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Italy and South Africa.
In this story Munster beat the Bulls in it.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

Universal Social ChargeTax

USC, a separate charge on income.
In this story A band ceiling rises to €30,300.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

universal subsidySocial

A flat hourly childcare subsidy for all children.
In this story Rises from €2.14 to €2.50.
First appeared · No. 3 (2026-10-07)

US Central CommandSecurity

CENTCOM, which oversees US forces in the Middle East.
In this story Said a cargo ship was disabled.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

Vladimir PutinPerson

President of Russia.
In this story Spoke to Trump before the diesel announcement.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

Volodymyr ZelenskyyPerson

President of Ukraine.
In this story Condemned the diesel move.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

war crimeLaw

A serious breach of the laws of war.
In this story How the coalition described the attack.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)

work-to-ruleWork

Working strictly to contract terms to cause slowdown.
In this story Began in September.
First appeared · No. 6 (2026-10-10)

WTIEnergy

West Texas Intermediate, the US crude oil benchmark.
In this story Closed at US$91.11, down 1.90%.
First appeared · No. 1 (2026-10-05)

XTBMedia

A broker that publishes daily trade notes.
In this story Published a note on EUR/USD.
First appeared · No. 2 (2026-10-06)

ZaporizhzhiaGeography

A city in south-eastern Ukraine, near the front line.
In this story Hit by guided bombs.
First appeared · No. 7 (2026-10-11)