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What You NEED to Know: New Digital Age Verification Tool to Protect Children Online
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- What You NEED to Know: New Digital Age Verification Tool to Protect Children Online
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- 28:43
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
- Description
- The Government will pilot a new digital age verification tool early next year aimed at increasing protections for children online. Minister for Communications Patrick O’Donovan highlighted its vital importance in keeping young people safe in the digital world.
Joining guest presenter Fionnán Sheahan on The Tonight Show to discuss the rollout and implications:
-Fianna Fáil TD Malcolm Byrne
-Social Democrats TD Sinéad Gibney
-Adrian Weckler, Tech Editor, Irish and Sunday Independent
They explore how the tool will work, its impact on online safety, and the challenges of implementing such technology in Ireland.
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- Candlelit Vigil Held in Edenderry
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- 0:44
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- Hundreds are attending a candlelit vigil in Edenderry after the deaths of 4-year-old Tadgh Farrell and 60-year-old Mary Holt. A murder investigation continues into Saturday’s arson attack. Gardaí have issued CCTV footage and are appealing for information.
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- Last Posting Dates Near as An Post Prepares for Christmas Demand
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- 1:30
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
- Description
- An Post’s Christmas delivery systems are being pushed into overdrive as the busiest period of the year approaches.
The company expects to handle millions of parcels, letters and cards over the festive season.
With demand continuing to rise, An Post is also reminding customers that last posting dates for deliveries at home and abroad are approaching fast.
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- Security Gaps Questioned After EU Official Blames Russia for Dublin Bay Drones
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- 1:02
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
- Description
- Drones spotted in Dublin Bay last week have renewed debate about Ireland’s security arrangements, after a senior EU official blamed Russia and described the incident as part of a pattern of “hybrid attacks”.
Despite this, European Council President Antonio Costa has said he has full confidence in Ireland’s security as the country prepares to host the EU presidency next year.
But questions remain: does Ireland have the structures in place to respond to emerging security threats? And should a long-promised national security strategy now be prioritised?
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- Russia Blamed for Drone Incident in Dublin Bay – What It Means for Ireland
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- 21:28
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
- Description
- A senior EU official has publicly blamed Russia for drones spotted in Dublin Bay last week, calling it the latest example of “hybrid attacks”. The incident occurred shortly after Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s plane landed in Dublin.
Despite the concerns, European Council President Antonio Costa expressed full confidence in Ireland’s security arrangements as the country prepares to host the EU presidency next year.
Joining guest presenter Fionnán Sheahan on The Tonight Show to discuss the implications:
-John Mooney, Investigations Editor, Sunday Times Ireland Edition
-Cathal Berry, former Independent TD and retired army officer
-Shauna Murray, Europe Correspondent, Euronews (joining from Finland)
They examine the risks of hybrid attacks, Ireland’s preparedness, and what this means for national security and the EU presidency.
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- Court Says Burke Could Be Profiting From Campaign as Release Refused
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- 2:12
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- A High Court judge has said it is clear Enoch Burke has something to hide when it comes to his finances, and that he and his family could be attempting to make money from his campaign.
Mr Justice Brian Cregan made the remarks as he refused to strike out part of last month’s judgment, which returned the teacher to prison for refusing to comply with a court order to stay away from Wilson’s Hospital School.
The judge reiterated that Mr Burke will not be released for Christmas unless he purges his contempt of court or the dispute comes to an end.
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- torm Bram Sends High Waves Over Sea Wall, Flooding Blackrock in Co. Louth
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- Storm Bram has brought severe coastal conditions to Blackrock in Co. Louth, with high waves breaking over the sea wall and causing flooding in the town.
Footage shows waves of several metres spilling onto Main Street, leaving roads flooded and cars surrounded by feet of water.
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- Met Éireann and Authorities Urge Public to Prepare as Storm Bram Brings Dangerous Conditions
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- 1:13
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ “These warnings are in place because this is very dangerous conditions."
🗣️ “Our advice is to stay away - coastal areas are just too dangerous over the next 24 hours.”
Met Éireann has upgraded and extended wind warnings, placing the entire country under an orange level alert as Storm Bram continues to impact Ireland.
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- West Cork Farmer Relieved After 18 Stolen Cattle Recovered
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- 1:45
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ "Don't give up...they don't just disappear into thin air."
A West Cork farmer says he’s relieved after 18 of his cattle were recovered two weeks after they were stolen.
The animals were discovered during a dawn raid at a farm in Ballydehob, carried out by Gardaí and Department of Agriculture officials.
A man in his 30s has been arrested in connection with the investigation.
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- Nationwide Orange Wind Warning Issued
- Runtime
- 1:25
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Met Éireann has extended its status orange wind warnings nationwide as Storm Bram approaches. Forty-two flights have been cancelled at Dublin Airport, with more possible. Forecasters warn of difficult travel conditions, power outages and flooding.
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- Former Teacher Jailed for Indecent Assault of Eight Boys
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- 2:03
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- A former maths teacher at Willow Park primary in Dublin has been sentenced to 10 years for indecently assaulting eight boys. The court heard the victims had waited decades to share their experiences and be believed. Peter Kelly rejected the jury’s guilty verdict. The school was run by the Holy Ghost Fathers, now the Spiritans.
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- Community Grieves After Devastating Arson Tragedy
- Runtime
- 2:15
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Neighbours in Castleview Park, Edenderry say they are stunned by the arson attack that killed four-year-old Tadhg Farrell and his grand aunt Mary Holt. Gardaí have branded the fire “murderous” as locals speak of their horror at the tragedy.
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- Family Renews Appeal in Trevor Deely Case
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The family of Trevor Deely is renewing its appeal for information on the 25th anniversary of his disappearance. The 22-year-old went missing in Dublin on his way home from a Christmas party in December 2000.
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- Edenderry Community Reeling After Tragic Fire Kills Young Boy and Grandaunt
- Runtime
- 0:39
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The Edenderry community is reeling after a fire at Castleview Park killed four-year-old Tadhg Farrell and his grandaunt, 60-year-old Mary Holt, on Saturday evening. A murder investigation is underway in Co Offaly.
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- Zelenskyy Travels to London for High-Level Talks
- Runtime
- 1:57
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is travelling to London today for talks with European allies. Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan said drones seen last week in Ireland were not controlled by some “back garden enthusiast”.
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- Taoiseach Condemns “Savage” Edenderry Arson
- Runtime
- 0:39
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The Taoiseach has described the arson attack in Co Offaly that killed four-year-old Tadhg Farrell and his grandaunt Mary Holt as “savage” and said those responsible will be brought to justice.
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- Zelensky in London for Leader Talks
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- 0:54
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is in London today to meet European leaders. France’s and Germany’s leaders will join him and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at Downing Street for discussions.
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- What Zelensky’s Visit Meant for Ukrainians Now Calling Ireland Home
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- 1:44
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ “They’re watching the same reports we see - but through a completely different lens, because it’s real to them.”
After Volodymyr Zelensky’s state visit to Ireland, The Group Chat discusses what it meant to the tens of thousands of Ukrainians now living here, seeing their wartime leader in the country they are calling home.
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- Does Ireland Have the Workforce to Deliver Its Infrastructure Plans?
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- 1:01
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ “You have no idea how hard it is to get block layers, to get people on the ground.”
Following the Government’s Accelerating Infrastructure report, and the housing plan published last month, The Group Chat discusses whether Ireland has the workforce needed to deliver major projects.
📺 Catch up on The Group Chat on the Virgin Media News YouTube Channel.
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- Pipes & Pylons: Can This Plan Fix Ireland?
- Runtime
- 14:38
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- A major new Government plan aims to cut red tape and accelerate the delivery of critical infrastructure in Ireland. The Accelerating Infrastructure Report sets out 30 measures designed to rebalance the system between individual rights to object and the public need for housing, energy networks, transport projects and utilities.
The Group Chat examines whether these reforms can overcome Ireland’s long-standing planning delays, and whether the State’s growing reliance on multinational tax revenues risks allowing corporate priorities to overshadow national infrastructure needs.
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- BREAKING: Santa Issues Exclusive Christmas Message to Ireland’s Children
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- 🎅 In a seasonal exclusive, Santa Claus took time out of busy schedule to deliver a special festive message to children in Ireland at the opening of the live crib at Dublin’s Mansion House.
“Sleepy heads on pillows, very soon,” he said, reassuring children that preparations are well underway at the North Pole.
He also shared one crucial piece of pre-Christmas guidance: “Leave a carrot for Rudolf - it makes his nose brighter.”
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- RTÉ Union Says Broadcasters Should Follow Spain as Eurovision Boycott May Grow
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- 0:32
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ “We cannot understand how European broadcasters would continue to support the State of Israel being in the Eurovision,"
Emma O’Kelly of the RTÉ Trade Union Group says more European broadcasters should join Ireland and Spain in withdrawing from next year’s Eurovision after the EBU confirmed Israel will be allowed to participate.
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- Cullen Eager for Leinster’s European Cup Start Against Harlequins
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- 1:41
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- 🗣️ “If you can’t get excited about this… you need to ask yourself what are you doing here.”
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen says there is nowhere else he would prefer to be as his side prepare to begin their European Cup campaign this weekend.
They face Harlequins at home on Saturday, the first match in a difficult pool that also includes Leicester, Bayonne, La Rochelle and the Stormers.
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- WIll Corporate Interests Compete With Public Needs as Tax Reliance Grows?
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- 2:41
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ “If they’re the ones paying all the bills, how much of a position are we in to say no?”
With €10bn in November corporate tax and a major infrastructure plan unveiled, The Group Chat discusses whether Ireland’s reliance on multinational tax revenues risks allowing corporate infrastructural needs to compete with the country’s own priorities.
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- Can New Planning Reforms Shift Ireland from ‘Vetocracy to Democracy’?
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- 2:36
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- From ‘vetocracy to democracy’ - a suite of legal reforms outlined in the Accelerating Infrastructure Report and Action Plan aims to bring “a new culture” to Irish planning.
The reforms seek to address long-running delays and consider whether a better balance can be struck between individuals’ right to object and the delivery of major public infrastructure.
📺 Watch the full discussion ➡️ https://f.mtr.cool/vjxryulrsl
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- Vetocracy vs Democracy: Balancing Public Good & Individual Rights in Building Infrastructure
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- 25:05
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- A new suite of planning reforms in the Accelerating Infrastructure Report and Action Plan promises to move Ireland from “vetocracy to democracy” by rebalancing individuals’ rights to object with the need to deliver major national projects.
The Tonight Show panel whether these reforms can speed up vital infrastructure, improve delivery, and reshape the planning culture that has stalled progress for decades.
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- Ireland Records €10bn Tax Month as Harris Addresses Trump’s Call to Repatriate Firms
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Ireland has recorded €10bn in corporation tax for November - more than the entire annual total just ten years ago.
Much of the record figure came from multinational pharma and tech companies based here.
Asked about Donald Trump’s pledge to bring US companies back home, Simon Harris said global firms “need to have a global footprint” and argued there was “no better country in the European Union” for them to be than Ireland.
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- Review Finds Tusla Could Not Have Anticipated Events in Kyran Durnin Case
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- 1:54
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- A new review into the case of missing schoolboy Kyran Durnin has concluded that Tusla could not have anticipated what happened.
The report from the National Review Panel cannot be fully published on legal advice.
Kyran was just six years old when he was last seen in 2022, and Gardaí have since begun a murder investigation into his disappearance.
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- Nearly 4,000 People Reported Missing This Year as Families Mark National Missing Persons Day
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- 2:00
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Gardaí say almost 4,000 people have been reported missing so far this year.
Families gathered today to mark National Missing Persons Day, making fresh appeals for information on their loved ones and highlighting the ongoing impact of missing persons cases across the country.
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- Was Simon Harris More Visible Than Helen McEntee During the State Visit?
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- 2:07
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ “She seemed to be secondary to the Tánaiste… has he forgotten he’s moved on to become Minister for Finance?”
Was Simon Harris more visible than Helen McEntee during President Zelensky’s state visit, despite her holding the Defence and Foreign Affairs portfolios?
📺 Watch the full discussion ➡️ https://f.mtr.cool/hzicngisck
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- A Wartime President in Ireland: Zelensky’s State Visit | The Tonight Show
- Runtime
- 15:54
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Ireland for his first official state visit, meeting President Catherine Connolly and the Taoiseach before addressing the Houses of the Oireachtas.
His arrival comes under unprecedented security and at a critical moment in international efforts to end the war in Ukraine.
As Moscow considers amendments to a US-backed peace plan, Russian President Vladimir Putin warns that Europe should prepare for conflict.
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- Government Faced Internal Alerts Over Energy Costs Before Dropping Credits
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- 1:53
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- New details have emerged of internal government warnings about the rising cost of energy, with officials cautioning that households would face their highest-ever bills because of the absence of energy credits.
The documents were obtained by Sinn Féin, which says the government made a conscious decision to abandon workers.
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- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s Historic State Visit to Ireland
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- 9:02
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Ukraine’s wartime President Volodymyr Zelensky has made his first official state visit to Ireland, meeting President Catherine Connolly and the Taoiseach before addressing the Houses of the Oireachtas. The visit took place under an extensive security operation in Dublin, with armoured Garda vehicles and rooftop snipers deployed across the capital.
Zelensky’s arrival comes at a critical point in efforts to end the war in Ukraine, as Donald Trump’s special envoy presents a revised peace plan in Moscow and Vladimir Putin signals that Russia is prepared for a wider conflict with Europe.
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- Zelensky Expresses “Special Gratitude” to Irish People for Supporting Ukrainians
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- 1:18
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ “I would like to express my special gratitude… to every Irish home that has sheltered our people."
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has thanked Ireland for its support during the war with Russia, praising Irish families and communities for welcoming Ukrainians over the past four years.
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- Taoiseach Says “Your Struggle Is Our Struggle” as He Welcomes Zelensky
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- 1:03
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ “Know that for as long as Ukraine needs our help and support, Ireland will be there for you."
Taoiseach Micheál Martin and President Volodymyr Zelensky are addressing a press conference at Government Buildings.
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- GRA Welcomes Potential Taser Rollout as Tánaiste Says They Can “Play an Important Role”
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- 1:49
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The Cabinet is examining plans to roll out tasers to Gardaí by as early as Christmas.
The pilot scheme would initially see 120 frontline Garda members equipped with stun guns.
The Garda Representative Association has welcomed the proposal, while Tánaiste Simon Harris says tasers can “play an important role”.
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- Zelensky Meets Taoiseach and Inspects Guard of Honour Ahead of Bilateral Talks
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- 1:22
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived at Government Buildings, where he was greeted by Taoiseach Micheál Martin ahead of their bilateral meeting.
Mr Zelensky is inspecting a guard of honour, formed by Defence Forces members from Finner Camp in Co Donegal, as part of the official welcome.
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- Zelensky’s Irish Visit Overlaps With Defence Debate and Moscow Negotiations
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- 1:49
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Zelensky’s arrival in Ireland comes as calls grow for increased defence spending, part of a wider push among European leaders to strengthen security against Russia.
His visit also coincides with developments in Moscow, where President Vladimir Putin is due to meet US special envoy Steve Witkoff for discussions on a possible deal to end the war.
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- Ukrainian President Signs Visitors’ Book During Áras an Uachtaráin Visit
- Runtime
- 0:53
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived at Áras an Uachtaráin, where he was greeted by President Catherine Connolly.
President Zelensky has signed the Áras visitors’ book and will now hold a short meeting with President Connolly as part of his official visit.
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- Tougher Limits on Tobacco Allowances Introduced by Revenue
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- 1:48
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Stricter rules covering the amount of tobacco people can bring into Ireland will take effect from next Tuesday.
Anyone found with more than the current allowance will have all of the tobacco seized, and they could also be prosecuted.
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- Dublin Man Admits Role in Disposal of Keane Mulready Woods’ Remains
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- 1:41
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- A Dublin man has admitted his role in the transporting and disposal of the remains of murdered Drogheda teenager Keane Mulready Woods.
Stephen Carberry had been due to go on trial next year, but instead entered a guilty plea today at the Special Criminal Court.
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- The Rise of 'Sharenting': Are Parents Sharing Too Much Online? | The Group Chat
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- 13:39
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The Group Chat examines the rise of sharenting - parents sharing large amounts of photos, videos and personal information about their children online - following the Data Protection Commission’s new “Pause before you post” campaign.
The episode also looks at increasing pressure on TikTok to protect young users from harmful content, as Amnesty International delivers a petition to the platform’s Dublin headquarters.
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- Táiniste Calls Proposal “Ill-Conceived” as Herzog Park Vote Stalls
- Runtime
- 1:43
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The Chief Executive of Dublin City Council has apologised for what he described as an administrative oversight that appears to have derailed plans for a vote on a motion to de-name Herzog Park.
The controversial vote, which drew significant reaction both in Ireland and internationally, had been due to take place this evening.
The Tánaiste Simon Harris described the plans as “ill-conceived”.
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- Shock After Stag Found Beheaded in Dublin Park
- Runtime
- 0:43
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Shock and anger have followed the discovery of a beheaded stag in a Dublin park, with wildlife officers fearing the animal’s head was taken as a trophy.
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- Trump Vows to “Permanently Pause Migration” After Guard Member’s Death
- Runtime
- 2:08
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- U.S. President Donald Trump says he will “permanently pause migration” from what he called “third world countries”. His threat followed the death of a US National Guard member after a shooting in Washington, D.C. An Afghan national is in custody.
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- Life Sentence for Killarney Murder
- Runtime
- 2:03
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- A man has been sentenced to life in prison for killing his mother in Killarney in 2022. A jury found Billy Burns guilty of murder by unanimous verdict. The court heard that 75-year-old Miriam Burns was a loving mother who always had a big smile.
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- Cullen Says Pressure Remains as Leinster Face Dragons
- Runtime
- 2:17
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- 🏉Leinster Head Coach Leo Cullen says he’s always under pressure to deliver success. With no European Cup since 2018, the push continues as they resume their URC title defence tonight against the Dragons.
Big expectations… big night ahead.
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- Outrage After Stag Found Beheaded in Dublin Park
- Runtime
- 1:54
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Outrage has erupted after a stag was found beheaded in a Dublin park, with wildlife officers fearing the head was taken as a trophy.
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- National Guard Member Dies After Washington Shooting
- Runtime
- 0:25
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The US President has confirmed that 20-year-old Sarah Beckstrom, one of the two National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, has died from her injuries. Her colleague remains in critical condition. Overnight, police and military vehicles escorted her body from MedStar Washington Hospital Center, with local and federal officers lining the streets in tribute as the procession passed.
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- Does the Metrolink Challenge Expose Wider Infrastructure Issues?
- Runtime
- 2:40
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ “It’s emblematic of how difficult it is to make this city and this country work.”
Ranelagh residents have sought a judicial review of the Dublin Metrolink, raising wider questions about the challenges Ireland faces in getting major infrastructure projects completed.
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