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Aug 12, 2025 • 4min
Oasis devotees have been warned to be wary of ticket scam
Oasis devotees have been warned to be wary of ticket scams ahead of the band’s Dublin gigs this weekend. Fraudsters are cloning accounts, using stolen images, and charging full price to trick desperate fans. Joining us to discuss this is Mary D'Arcy Financial Crime Lead at BPFI and program lead for FraudSMART.
Aug 12, 2025 • 5min
One Mayo town is moving towards an outright ban on clamping
A motion to introduce a bye-law banning vehicle clamping in Castlebar, county Mayo, has gained the full backing of the municipal council. But should we be considering introducing such a ban nationally? We asked Keith Gavin, Irish Parking Association Director.
Aug 12, 2025 • 7min
Ireland's proposed climate targets risk locking in global hunger
A new study led by the University of Galway has found that Ireland’s proposed climate targets protect methane emission privileges at the expense of poorer nations' development. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Dr Colm Duffy from University of Galway and lead scientists on this paper.
Aug 12, 2025 • 6min
Calls for Budget 2026 to priortise young people
A youth mental health crisis and a shortage of accessible social spaces are now among the most critical issues facing young people in Ireland, according to Spunout.The group is urging the Government to prioritise youth in Budget 2026. To discuss further was Jack Eustace, Spunout Policy Manager.
Aug 12, 2025 • 7min
How can we as a society move towards a cleaner future?
As Ireland works towards a cleaner, greener future, a new report by the National Economic and Social Council warns that the energy transition will only succeed if people are placed firmly at its centre. We discuss further with National Economic and Social Council Policy Analyst Dr Jeanne Moore.
Aug 12, 2025 • 4min
Trump deploys National Guard to tackle Washington crime
President Donald Trump has announced he will deploy National Guard troops to Washington DC to 're-establish law and order'. We get the details from David Smith, Washington Bureau Chief with The Guardian.
Aug 11, 2025 • 8min
Could you see a 35-year-old as President?
35-year-old founder and former CEO of Nutriband Gareth Sheridan has announced his intention to run for the Irish presidency in this year’s election. Gareth spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about his run for the Aras.
Aug 11, 2025 • 4min
How reliable is your smart watch data?
Many of us have smart watches on our wrists, but just how reliable is the data they give us? A new study calls into question the accuracy of the information relating to stress. All to discuss with Newstalk's Tech Correspondent, Jess Kelly.
Aug 11, 2025 • 6min
Government is considering plans to charge asylum-seekers for IPAS accommodation
The Government is considering plans to charge asylum-seekers up to €238 a week for accommodation in IPAS centres. The proposed measure comes as costs for housing international protection applicants surged past €1 billion last year. For more on this we heard from Peadar Toibín, Meath West TD and Leader of Aontu.
Aug 11, 2025 • 4min
Monday Riff: Drop in litter fines issued by DCC
Drop in litter fines issued by DCC. Does there need to be greater enforcement to tackle the issue of litter? Ciara and Shane talked it out this morning.
