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'I'm looking forward to the weeks ahead' - Taoiseach confirms election to be called this week

The Taoiseach has confirmed that he aims to call a general election later this week. Speaking on his way into Cabinet this morning, Simon Harris said he expects the election campaign to officially begin by the end of the week. According to Newstalk, ...

05 Nov 2024 at 13:32

National News

Irish sleep expert shares one simple tip on how to avoid the snooze button each morning

Ahead of the clocks going back an hour at the end of this month, one Irish sleep expert has shared a simple tip on how you can avoid repeatedly hitting the snooze button each morning when your alarm goes off. According to Health Scientist and Sleep ...

03 Oct 2024 at 18:30

National News

'We dropped the ball' - Mary Lou McDonald quizzed over Michael McMonagle 'scandal'

Sinn Féin Leader Mary Lou McDonald has called for a 'complete overhaul' of governance procedures within the party following the handling of a former press officer for the party who was convicted of child sex offences. Being interviewed on the The ...

08 Oct 2024 at 15:53

Arts & Entertainment

'People should be thanking the Brits' - Paul Mescal's comments on King Charles sparks divisive talks

Paul Mescal's comments on meeting King Charles has sparked a conversation around "anti British sentiment". 28 year old Mescal said meeting the King at the Gladiator II world premiere was not on his "list of priorities". Mescal, who portrays a ...

20 Nov 2024 at 12:08

National News

Introduction of face masks in primary schools today 'protects all' - Minister for Education

The Minister for Education has said the introduction of mask wearing in primary schools today is on foot of an expert public health recommendation, and is a measure to protect everyone. She said the measure will be for the benefit of all ...

01 Dec 2021 at 11:34

GAA

VAR for GAA backed by former All Ireland referee and ex GAA president

A former All-Ireland referee and GAA president have backed the introduction of VAR for the GAA in a limited capacity. Speaking on the Newstalk Breakfast Show, referee Brian Gavin said: "It's something we probably need to consider. I ...

28 May 2024 at 14:26

National News

'Pandering to populism' - Brendan Ogle slates government for drifting to the far-right

Trade unionist and activist Brendan Ogle lashed out at government parties yesterday, saying that he believes Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil are moving to the right of centre politically. Speaking on the Hard Shoulder on Newstalk ...

04 Apr 2024 at 10:24

National News

Rates of childcare costs per county revealed - where does Kilkenny sit?

Parents pay an average of €1,276 a month for childcare in Dublin, a survey of nationwide costs has found. It is followed by counties Wicklow, with charges of €928 a month and Cork, where prices stand at €857 a month. A ...

07 Jun 2022 at 13:48

National News

Extension of Covid certs and full work from home policy not actively being considered says Donnelly

Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly has said the government does not plan to close anything down despite '1 in every 200 people in the country being identified as a new case in the last week'. He said: "Let's do the ...

11 Nov 2021 at 16:13

National News

'Game-changer' student accommodation won't be available until next year

Higher Education Minister Simon Harris has admitted that student accommodation needs to change in Ireland, but new 'game-changer' on-campus accommodation won't be available until next year. He was speaking as ...

31 Aug 2022 at 15:46

National News

'It's indefensible' - Ryanair boss accuses Aer Lingus pilots of blackmailing airline

Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary has accused Aer Lingus pilots of blackmailing the airline, claiming it's "indefensible". O'Leary made the comments on Newstalk this morning (June 17) during a segment discussing ...

17 Jun 2024 at 11:35

National News

RTÉ confirms key appointment as successful candidate joins from rival broadcaster

RTÉ has announced the appointment of Mark Simpson as the new Managing Editor of RTÉ Radio 1 - Ireland's most-listened to radio station. The veteran broadcaster and radio executive will officially take up ...

07 Aug 2025 at 15:04

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