Stephen Porzio is a senior writer at JOE, having joined the website in March 2021. JOE’s principal entertainment writer, his area of expertise is movies and television. He covers new releases, streaming additions, and what’s on TV, while also regularly speaking to acclaimed actors and directors about their latest work. Stephen graduated with a BA in English and Film from UCD and an MA in journalism from DCU. He has previously had work published in Hot Press, The Times (Ireland Edition) and The Irish Sun, and is also an experienced podcaster.
Over 55% of Covid-19 cases under source investigation may be linked to shopping
Other sources of Covid-19 cases may include workplaces and schools. Over 55% of Covid-19 cases under source investigation may be linked to shopping, according to new figures from the HSE. Since 31 March, source investigation has been introduced by the HSE to enhance the testing and tracing service. Source investigation identifies where someone may have […]
5 years ago
Irish minimum wage workers more likely to be affected by Covid-19 than other EU countries
Ireland currently has one of the highest minimum wage rates in Europe. Minimum wage workers in Ireland are more likely to be affected by the Covid-19 pandemic than other European Union countries, according to the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI). A new study of data from 2017 and 2018 shows that during this time, […]
5 years ago
Ireland administered a record number of Covid-19 vaccines last Friday
Ireland will have administered one million doses sometime this week. Ireland administered its highest number of Covid-19 vaccines in one day last Friday, with 30,503 people receiving jabs. On Friday, 2 April, 18,329 people received their first dose while 12,174 received their second – a new record for the country. Meanwhile, more people were vaccinated […]
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