News roundup: the top stories at midday

**The top local and international news at midday:**

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**Kennedy Wilson** seeks to raise £750 million in flotation.

**Kenmare Resources** restructures Moma mine financing.

**Irish bankers** end 600-mile commute to London and move home.

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**UPC Ireland** subscribers top one million in 2013.

**Contracts** worth €25 million signed during Asian trade mission.

**Chambers Ireland** wants rates relief for flood-damaged firms.

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**New startups** rise to highest level in six years in January.

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