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Ireland is set to experience a bitter cold snap over the coming days. With Met Éireann forecasting freezing temperatures, widespread frost and a chilly start to the weekend. We look ahead to this weekend's weather with Alan O’Reilly, Carlow Weather.
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Russell Brand has been accused of sexual misconduct and predatory behaviour by a further six women. This is according to a new investigation from the UK Times. For more on this Anton spoke to Enda Brady, International TV Anchor with TRT World.
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Microsoft reports it is seeing some ‘positive results’ in its efforts to get its services back online for millions of customers around the world. For the latest on this Anton spoke to Adrian Weckler, Irish Independent Technology Editor.
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Ireland is set to experience a bitter cold snap over the coming days. With Met Éireann forecasting freezing temperatures, widespread frost and a chilly start to the weekend. We look ahead to this weekend's weather with Alan O’Reilly, Carlow Weather.
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Russell Brand has been accused of sexual misconduct and predatory behaviour by a further six women. This is according to a new investigation from the UK Times. For more on this Anton spoke to Enda Brady, International TV Anchor with TRT World.
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Microsoft reports it is seeing some ‘positive results’ in its efforts to get its services back online for millions of customers around the world. For the latest on this Anton spoke to Adrian Weckler, Irish Independent Technology Editor.
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President Zelensky meets with US envoys in Dublin after “productive” EPC meeting. Sean Defoe, Newstalk’s Political Correspondent brings us an update from the EPC meetings.
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We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Harry Browne, Host of the Ditch Podcast and Emeritus Fellow at TU Dublin.
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The IFA is stepping up its campaign against proposed 24% cuts to the CAP budget. A rally in Dublin today to coincide with the EU summit. Speaking to Anton was Francie Gorman President of the Irish Farmers’ Association.
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The NVIDIA spy affair story continues in the US as yesterday CEO Jensen Huang resigned from his post with Donald Trump calling on former Apple CEO Tim Cook to take over. The Guardian’s Washington Bureau Chief, David Smith brings us the latest on this.
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Mayo TD Paul Lawless has brought a bill before the Dáil to try restrict how close a wind turbine can be to someone’s home. Paul discusses this further with Anton.
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Microsoft users are continuing to experience disruption as the tech giant works to resolve outages that are affecting some of their most popular services. To bring us an update on this was Jess Kelly Newstalk's Technology Correspondent.
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The war in Ukraine dominated the meeting of the European Political Community (EPC) in Dublin on Thursday. To discuss what was discussed was Declan Power, a Security and Defence Expert.
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When it comes to emergency planning, tinned food and bottled water are just the start. genuine preppers are ditching smart gadgets, and investing in long-range radio communication and other non-smart tech. Dan Goss, founder of Start Prepping UK spoke to Anton this morning.
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Today, the Dáil will debate a bill that makes spiking its own specific offence. Joining Anton to discuss further was Regina Doherty Fine Gael MEP for Dublin.
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US negotiators are heading to Dublin to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, following two days of peace talks with Russia and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi We get the latest on this with Duncan Bullivant CEO of Henderson Risk Group, Former British Army Officer and Former UK Diplomat.
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More than eight in ten people in Ireland support a lifetime ban on tobacco sales to future generations. This is according to new research from the Irish Heart Foundation. We get reaction to this with Mark Murphy, Interim Director of Advocacy with the Irish Heart Foundation.
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Over 50 European leaders gather at the Convention Centre for the European Political Community Summit. Sean Defoe, Newstalk’s Political Correspondent reported for us live from the Convention Centre.
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We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Derek Mooney Former Fianna Fáil Advisor and Public Affairs Consultant.
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Leaders from across Europe will meet at Dublin’s Convention Centre for the European Political Community Summit. It comes after a string of hybrid threats on flights leaving Ireland, media organisations and schools across the country. Speaking to Anton was Helen McEntee Minister for Foreign Affairs & Defence.
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The Joint Committee on Artificial Intelligence is calling for a ban on smart glasses that can secretly record people without their consent. Warning they pose a serious threat to privacy To discuss this further with Anton was Dr Elizabeth Farries Director at UCD Centre for Digital Policy.
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70 per cent of Irish homes have used batteries lying idle, new research from the European Recycling Platform (ERP) Ireland reveals, as the country enters the busiest battery-buying time of the year. To explain how to recycle your batteries was Yvonne Holmes, Head of Corporate Communications at ERP Ireland.
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This morning, traffic disruptions are in place around Dublin City as over 50 European leaders gather at the Convention Centre. On the streets of Dublin was Molly O'Connor, Newstalk Reporter. What are these meetings really about? To explain was David Geary CEO of European Movement Ireland.
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The average life expectancy in Ireland has risen to a record age of 83, with a rapidly ageing population expected to reach 1.3 million over the age of 65 by 2040 Broadcaster Miriam O' Callaghan tackles this issue in a new documentary called Ireland’s Population Crash.
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Ireland is “dangerously unprepared” for the growing threat of cyberattacks and foreign interference. That's the warning from leading cybersecurity expert Brian Honan, founder of BH Consulting and former special adviser to Europol’s European Cybercrime Centre.
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The Justice Minister, Jim O Callaghan and criminal legal aid solicitors have reached an agreement to end the long-running dispute over payments. Speaking to Anton with more on this was Michael Finucane, Solicitor.
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Strikes called off as Trade Unions and Governments representatives reach draft public sector pay agreement. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Aidan Kane Deputy General Secretary SIPTU & Sec of the Public Service committee of Congress.
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Tomorrow, anti-war groups will protest at a meeting of European Political Leaders. Speaking to Anton was Richard Boyd Barrett, People Before Profit TD.
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We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was David McRedmond, Former CEO of An Post.
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A new report by the Just Transition Commission is urging Government to accelerate the move away from fossil-fuel heating. While ensuring vulnerable households can afford warmer, more energy-efficient homes Discuss this further with Anton was Oisin Coghlan, Member of the Just Transition Commission.
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The Government recorded a €607 million overspend on international protection accommodation in 2024. That is according to a new report published by the Public Accounts Committee. Seámus McGrath, Fianna Fáil TD for Cork South-Central and member of the Public Accounts Committee discusses these findings.
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Pete Hegseth has survived impeachment by a razor thin margin of 211 to 204 votes in the House of Representatives, with Donald Trump and JD Vance rallying behind the Defence Secretary. Anton discuss this with Professor David Dunn Department of International Politics at the University of Birmingham.
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This morning public service unions have confirmed that they reached agreement in principle with Government representatives on a new pay agreement We get the latest from Newstalk’s Political Correspondent, Sean Defoe.
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Could you be owed hundreds in tax refunds? We find out how to claim back what's yours with Aisling Ní Mhaoileoin Revenue’s National PAYE Manager.
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Is the public sector pay offer affordable, and fair compared with wages in private firms? Anton finds out with Dr Emma Howard Senior Economics Lecturer at TU Dublin.
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Revenge gives an instant boost to your mood without a bitter emotional crash, challenging what psychologists previously thought. This is according to a new study from University of Würzburg in Germany. To look into this further with Anton was Matthew Sadlier, President of the Irish Medical Organisation.
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Fuel protestors behind last April’s blockades are gathering for a nationwide protest this Friday, to call for action on fuel prices and the cost of living. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Ger Hyland, President of the Irish Road Haulage Association.
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The Garda Representative Association has said that industrial action that was due to start today has been cancelled after “significant progress” was made with the Garda Commissioner. Niall Hodgins, GRA President joined Anton this morning.
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Today, Sinn Féin will introduce a motion in the Dáil calling on the Government to scrap plans to raise toll prices from January 1st, 2027. For more on this Anton spoke to Pa Daly, Sinn Féin TD for Kerry and spokesperson on Climate, Energy, Environment and Transport.
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New research has shown that admissions for eating disorders increased by over 250% during the pandemic and is now 200% above pre-pandemic levels. This research will be presented at a conference today organised by St. John of Gods. Joining Anton was Professor Fiona MacNicholas, a Consultant Psychiatrist at CHI Crumlin and Lucena Clinic.
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We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Richard Bruton Former Minister and Chair of Two Voluntary Bodies; A Research Centre on Climate Biodiversity and Water and Social Enterprise.
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New ESRI research suggests carbon emissions labels on airline booking websites have little impact on flight choices. Also they can confuse consumers about the environmental impact of flying. Dr Shane Timmons, Senior Research Officer, ERSI discussed this further with Anton.
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Transport across Dublin will face significant disruption for the next four days as a result of two EU Presidency Meetings taking place in the city. We get all the details with Jennifer Gilna, Head of Communications with the NTA.
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New research suggests our immune systems undergo significant ageing changes around the ages of 40 and 60. How can we help keep our immune systems stronger for longer? To discuss further with Anton was Professor Rose Anne Kenny, Professor of Medicine and Head of the Ageing Research Program at Trinity College.
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The Government has put an improved pay deal on the table for public sector workers, offering increases of up to 11%, with lower-paid staff potentially receiving up to 17.8% But unions are yet to accept, and a 24-hour strike is planned for next Thursday. Anton discusses this further with Pat Leahy, Political Editor, The Irish Times.
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This week will see the largest security operation in the history of the State take place for two EU summit meetings. This comes with a large-scale public sector strike also anticipated. Speaking to Anton was Assistant General Secretary of the Garda Representative Association.
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Tánaiste Simon Harris is standing over his vow to penalise people in long-term unemployment, insisting the dole is a safety net, not a way of life. He says those who refuse to engage with employment supports will face penalties. We get reaction to this with Joe Neville Fine Gael TD – Kildare North and Louise Bayliss Head of Social Justice and Policy at Saint Vincent de Paul.
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Claire Byrne has thrown a challenge at Anton to grow the best flower before Christmas. Gardener Diarmuid Gavin gives Anton some great gardening advice.
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We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor Irish Independent.
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UFC boss Dana White is heading to Washington to meet Donald Trump after being offered the role of White House press secretary. We get all the details from David Smith Washington Bureau Chief at the The Guardian.
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A gunman man who is suspected of killing 6 and injuring a further 16 in a shooting in Krakow's Main Market Square on Saturday afternoon has died according to Polish police For the latest on this was Dawid Krawczyk a reporter for Gazeta Wyborcza.
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A revised public sector pay deal is on the table, but can Government and unions reach agreement before Thursday's planned 24-hour strike? Speaking to Anton was Paul Hosford, Deputy political Editor, The Irish Examiner.
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Why are young men choosing to live with their mums rather than moving out or settling down? Young men are now 26 times more likely to live with their mum than their wife by the age of 25. We discuss with Leslie Shoemaker, Counselling Psychologist and Lecturer, TU Dublin.
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