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Jun 24, 2025 • 2min
Are we a nation of speeders?
More than 4 in 10 Drivers Admit to breaking the speed Limits on Irish roads. That's according to new data from Ask Accorn. Are you one of the nation's many speeders? Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports:
Jun 24, 2025 • 8min
Trump has announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran
US President Donald Trump has announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, which he says has now come into effect, as of 6am this morning. He made the announcement on Truth Social hours after Tehran launched a missile strike on a US army base in Qatar. Speaking to Shane this morning was Hooshang Amirahmadhi Founder and President of the Iranian American Council and former Iranian presidential candidate.
Jun 24, 2025 • 6min
A breakthrough deal to reduce the hospital trolley crisis
A breakthrough deal has been reached to reduce the hospital trolley crisis, free up beds and extend routine care for patients as thousands of healthcare staff look set to work over weekends. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Marie Sherlock, Labour TD and Spokesperson on Health.
Jun 23, 2025 • 4min
Disney Plus are set to expand their streaming services
Disney+ has solidified its place in the streaming landscape and is now planning to expand the commercial side of the offering. Newstalk's Tech Correspondent Jess Kelly explains what Disney+ is offering.
Jun 23, 2025 • 6min
Would you wear second-hand underwear for the environment?
With thrifting on the rise, people would consider themselves environmentally responsible, but would you wear ever second- hand pants? Mary McCarthy, Irish Independent columnist, would and explained why to Ciara this morning.
Jun 23, 2025 • 5min
Housing price inflation is at a ten year high
Housing price inflation is at a ten year high, that’s according to a new report from Daft.ie. Ronan Lyons, author of the report and Economist at Trinity College Dublin explained the findings to Ciara this morning.
Jun 23, 2025 • 4min
Monday Riff: Why so many driving test no shows?
Monday Riff: Why is there so many driving test no shows? Are people just too selfish? Ciara and Shane had a lively discussion this morning.
Jun 23, 2025 • 9min
What is next as the US joined the Israel-Iran conflict?
President Donald Trump there during a press conference following the US attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities. A political advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader says the "game is not over" It comes as the Department of Homeland Security has warned of a "heightened threat environment" in the US. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dr Lina Khatib, Associate Fellow at the Middle East and North Africa Programme Chatham House.
Jun 23, 2025 • 7min
Does the struggle to live greener make you frustrated?
While 51 per cent of people feel powerless when it comes to climate change, 67 per cent simply feel frustrated. That’s according to the latest ‘Climate Conversations’ report. Speaking to Ciara with reaction was Oisin Coghlan, Policy Advisor to the Stop Climate Chaos Coalition.
Jun 23, 2025 • 4min
Over 3,000 driving test no shows so far this year!
The number of learner drivers who failed to show up to their driving test is now above 3,000 this year already, that’s according to figures from the RSA. Shane discussed these figures with Sean Canney, Minister of State for Transport.
