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Jun 16, 2025 • 10min
Iran says intelligence chief killed in Israeli strike
Explosions have been seen over Tel Aviv and Jerusalem as the country faces yet another barrage of missiles from Iran. For more on this we were joined by Alistair Bunkall, Sky’s Middle East Correspondent.
Jun 16, 2025 • 4min
Excavation of the Tuam mother and baby home site begins today
Work to allow for the excavation of a burial ground at the former mother-and-baby home in Tuam is set to begin today. Such work is long awaited since the 2017 Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes determined that “significant quantities of human remains” were buried on the site. Catherine Corless, Campaigner and Local Historian spoke to Shane this morning.
Jun 16, 2025 • 3min
US assassination suspect arrested
A man has been taken in custody in connection with the murder of Democratic politician Melissa Hortman and her husband. We get the latest on this with David Blevins, Sky News US Correspondent.
Jun 16, 2025 • 5min
Anti-mass tourism protests have erupted in Spain, Portugal and Italy
Anti-mass tourism protests have erupted across Italy, Spain and Portugal as campaigners call for a curb in tourist numbers. Campaigners cite a raising cost of living and unavailability of housing for locals among their grievances. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Zoe Adjey, senior lecturer at the Institute of Hospitality and Tourism at the University of East London.
Jun 16, 2025 • 4min
An update from Tel Aviv on the current situation
Conflict between Israel and Iran escalated over the weekend after a pre-emptive strike on Tehran by the Israeli Defense Forces last Thursday. Iran retaliated after the attack, warning of a “devastating response” to Israel. We heard from Paul Kearns a Freelance Journalist in Tel Aviv.
Jun 13, 2025 • 6min
All about the “When No One’s Watching" organisation
What started as a weekly morning run between two friends in Sydney has become an international movement, offering young men their own version of a men’s shed. The organisation “When No One’s Watching” is now taking roots in Ireland, and I am joined by Tadhg Kennelly co-founder and former All-Ireland winner for Kerry.
Jun 13, 2025 • 5min
Phones to be banned in Primary school from today
From today, primary schools are required to implement a policy banning the use of and access to personal mobile phones for the duration of the school day . Meanwhile, recognised post‑primary schools must adopt a restrictive phone-use policy. All to discuss with the Minister for Education Helen McEntee.
Jun 13, 2025 • 8min
More on the dozens of air strikes on Iran
Israel has carried out dozens of air strikes on Iran and declared an emergency as it braces for retaliation. We discuss the situation unfolding with Patrick Bury, Defence Expert at the University of Bath and former NATO analyst.
Jun 13, 2025 • 8min
A major shift in organ donation law
A major change in organ donation law comes into effect from Tuesday, 17th of June which will mean that when a person dies it will be automatically assumed they wish to donate their organs. Unless they have indicated an objection during their lifetime. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast to discuss further Colin White, the National Advocacy and Projects Manager, Irish kidney Association and also Laura Perrins, Barrister and Writer for Gript.
Jun 13, 2025 • 4min
How to crackdown antisocial behaviour by young offenders?
Curfews, fines for parents, and the seizure of PlayStations should all be considered as part of a crackdown on antisocial behaviour by young offenders, according to Independent TD for Dublin mid-west Paul Gogarty.
