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Further Resignations Deepen Crisis for Prime Minister Starmer
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- Further Resignations Deepen Crisis for Prime Minister Starmer
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- 1:42
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Embattled British Prime Minister Kier Starmer has suffered another departure from his close team, hours before facing Labour MPs. Following Morgan McSweeney’s resignation over Peter Mandelson’s appointment as UK ambassador to the US, No 10’s Director of Communications has also left.
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- Search for Nancy Guthrie Enters 8th Day
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- 1:34
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The search for Nancy Guthrie, 84, mother of Today Show host Savannah Guthrie, continues in the US. Despite an extensive investigation, no sign of her has been found and no suspects identified.
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- The Regency: 10 Years On - The Feud Deepens
- Runtime
- 0:43
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ "When this became a killing ground for them, it left lasting scars."
The Regency: 10 Years On
This major new documentary examines the killing of David Byrne and the violent feud it ignited, which dominated national headlines and Garda investigations for years, and remains one of the most consequential events in recent Irish criminal history.
📺 Tomorrow at 9pm on Virgin Media PLAY and Virgin Media One
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- TikTok Could Be Forced To Curb Addictive Features After EU Probe
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- 1:47
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- TikTok could be required to change how its app works after an EU investigation found the platform breaches digital rules.
The European Commission says features such as infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications and its highly personalised recommender system may be making the app overly addictive, particularly for younger users.
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- Man With Long Criminal Record Jailed Over Violent Car Hijacking
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- 1:45
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- A 45-year-old man who has spent more than half his life behind bars has been jailed for six and a half years for hijacking a car at a filling station in Dublin last year.
The court heard the car was taken while the owner was cleaning it. In sentencing, the judge described Joseph Rafferty as a recidivist offender, noting his long history of criminal convictions.
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- High Tides And Heavy Rain Cause Disruption Across The East of The Country
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- 1:17
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- High tides and heavy rain caused disruption across parts of the east, with road closures and transport disruptions reported in Dublin, Louth and Wicklow.
The National Emergency Coordination Group says river flooding is still possible today and tomorrow.
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- The Regency: 10 Years On Examines A Defining Moment In Irish Criminal History
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- 0:41
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The Regency: 10 Years On
This major new documentary examines the killing of David Byrne and the violent feud it ignited, which dominated national headlines and Garda investigations for years, and remains one of the most consequential events in recent Irish criminal history.
📺 10 February at 9pm on Virgin Media PLAY and Virgin Media One
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- Sandbags Deployed Along River Slaney Amid Flood Fears In Enniscorthy
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- 0:27
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Residents and businesses along the River Slaney in Enniscorthy are preparing for potential flooding following further heavy rainfall.
Severe damage was caused last week when the river burst its banks. Today, large sandbags are being placed along the river as a temporary measure to protect against rising water levels.
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- 22 More Sets Of Infant Remains Recovered At Tuam Site
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- 1:40
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Another 22 sets of infant remains have been recovered during ongoing excavations at the site of the former Mother and Baby home in Tuam, Co Galway.
Detailed excavation work has been underway at the site since last summer. The latest recoveries bring the total number of infant remains found at this location to 33.
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- Victim Of North Earl Street Bus Crash Named As Investigations Continue
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- 1:44
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The man who died following a collision involving a bus in Dublin city centre has been named locally as Frank Daly.
The man, who was in his 80s and from the East Wall area, died after the incident on a pedestrianised section of North Earl Street, close to O’Connell Street.
Gardaí say investigations are continuing into the cause of the crash, in which three other people were injured.
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- Ten Years Since Regency Hotel Killing: Gardaí Highlight Impact Of Hutch-Kinahan Feud
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- 1:52
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Gardaí say nearly 100 people have been jailed and over 50 lives saved as part of the ongoing investigation into the Hutch-Kinahan feud.
Today marks ten years since Kinahan associate David Byrne was killed at the Regency Hotel in Dublin.
One of the country’s senior Gardaí has likened the attack to a terrorist incident and pledged to bring those responsible to justice.
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- One Dead And Three Injured After Bus Strikes Pedestrians In Dublin City Centre
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- 0:15
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan has confirmed that one person has died and three others were hospitalised after a bus struck pedestrians at the junction of North Earl Street and Talbot Street in Dublin city this afternoon.
Bus Éireann said the vehicle was not in service at the time. Luas Green Line services are experiencing delays while Gardaí and emergency services remain at the scene.
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- ‘The Conductor Returns’: French Press Hype Dupont Ahead Of Ireland Clash
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Ireland begin their Six Nations campaign tonight against reigning champions France in Paris.
Antoine Dupont returns to the French side for the first time since suffering an ACL injury against Ireland last year.
French media have focused heavily on his comeback, with Le Figaro describing him as “the conductor” and L’Équipe depicting the scrum-half as out for revenge ahead of the opening clash.
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- Is The Focus On Social Media Bans ‘Sidestepping’ Wider Failures?
- Runtime
- 2:51
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ “We’re sidestepping issues by not talking about the demolition of child and adolescent mental health services.” - @itselaineburke
The #TonightVMTV panel discuss proposed social media bans for children, they're scientific basis and whether the focus on online platforms is diverting attention from wider service failures.
📺 Watch the full discussion ➡️ https://youtu.be/PhBlAdOIMVE
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- Should Teens Be Kept Off Social Media? The EU Debate Explained
- Runtime
- 16:07
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- As calls grow across the EU for a social media ban for under-16s, the European Commission has warned Spain that any extra rules for digital platforms fall under the Digital Services Act, not national law.
Guest presenter John Lee leads the debate with:
Fianna Fáil TD Sean Fleming
Sinn Féin TD Louise O’Reilly
Elaine Burke, host of the For Tech’s Sake podcast
and Olga Cronin, Senior Policy Officer with the Irish Council for Civil Liberties
They discuss what this EU warning means for online freedom, regulation, and the balance between protecting young users and preserving digital rights.
Is limiting social media for teens the right call — or a step we should be wary of?
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#SocialMedia #DigitalRights #EU #Spain #OnlineSafety #DSA #Privacy #IrelandPolitics #VMNews #Ireland #TonightVMTV
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- Car Dealer Who Denied Organised Crime Involvement Avoids Jail
- Runtime
- 1:38
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- A car dealer who denied involvement in an organised crime group has avoided jail after failing to pay tax on €27,000 in cash found at his home.
Brian Grendon was given an 18-month suspended sentence at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court, where the case was heard today.
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- Renewed Flood Threat As Status Orange Rainfall Alerts Take Effect
- Runtime
- 2:00
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Wicklow and Waterford are under status orange rainfall warnings overnight and into tomorrow, with very heavy rain expected to fall on already swollen rivers and adjoining lands.
Residents in flood-hit areas have been advised to prepare for further disruption, while nine counties are bracing for status yellow alerts.
It comes as homeowners and businesses still recovering from flooding last week face the threat of more damage.
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- Gardaí Describe 2025 As ‘Unprecedented’ Year For Organised Crime Killings
- Runtime
- 1:45
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Gardaí say the scale of the crackdown following the Regency Hotel shooting has resulted in no organised crime gun murders during 2025, for the first year in modern times.
Senior officers described the development as unprecedented and contrary to recent trends across Europe.
Ten years on from the shooting, gardaí said the attack was not only on a sporting event and the murder of David Byrne, but an attack on the State itself.
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- X Faces Criticism After Refusal To Appear Before Oireachtas Committee
- Runtime
- 2:01
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- There has been strong criticism of Elon Musk’s X platform after the company refused an invitation to appear before an Oireachtas committee.
The platform has been embroiled in controversy over the generation and sharing of deepfake images of women and children using its Grok AI chatbot.
Other social media companies that did attend the committee were questioned in detail about their handling of harmful material on their platforms.
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- Calls For ‘Rigorous And Aggressive Enforcement’ Of ‘Grace’s Law’ Scrambler Ban
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- 2:07
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The government has been warned that an incoming ban on scramblers in public places will not work unless it is backed by rigorous and aggressive enforcement.
The new regulations will be known as “Grace’s Law”, named in memory of 16-year-old Grace Lynch, who died after being struck by a scrambler near her home in Finglas, Dublin, on January 25.
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- Peatlands In The Spotlight After Storm Chandra Flooding
- Runtime
- 1:43
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ “I am glad you are involved in bog rewetting. How many thousand hectares of bogs have you been involved in destroying?” - John Gibbons
🗣️ “Get your facts right before you come on a programme and start spewing propaganda,” -Michael Fitzmaurice TD
Storm Chandra has caused major flooding across Ireland, leaving homes and businesses struggling to recover. Discussion turned to whether bog and peatland destruction for turf use has made the impacts of flooding more severe.
📺 Watch the full discussion ➡️ https://youtu.be/zHDesS5Hz_o
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- Peatlands In The Spotlight After Storm Chandra Flooding
- Runtime
- 1:43
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ “I am glad you are involved in bog rewetting. How many thousand hectares of bogs have you been involved in destroying?” - John Gibbons
🗣️ “Get your facts right before you come on a programme and start spewing propaganda,” -Michael Fitzmaurice TD
Storm Chandra has caused major flooding across Ireland, leaving homes and businesses struggling to recover. Discussion turned to whether bog and peatland destruction for turf use has made the impacts of flooding more severe.
📺 Watch the full discussion ➡️ https://youtu.be/zHDesS5Hz_o
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- Doris Highlights Discipline After Ireland Captain’s Run In Paris
- Runtime
- 1:20
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Ireland have completed their captain’s run at the Stade de France ahead of their Six Nations opener against France tomorrow evening.
Speaking after the session, captain Caelan Doris said discipline will be a major priority for Ireland, after acknowledging it has proved costly for the side in previous games.
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- Scrambler Ban To Be Known As “Grace’s Law”, Taoiseach Confirms
- Runtime
- 1:52
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The Taoiseach has confirmed that new regulations banning scramblers in public places will be known as “Grace’s Law”.
The legislation is named in memory of 16-year-old Grace Lynch, who died after being struck by a scrambler near her home in Finglas, Dublin, on January 25.
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- President Catherine Connolly Begins Official Visit To Northern Ireland
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- President Catherine Connolly will begin a three-day official visit to Northern Ireland today.
It will be her first visit to the region in an official capacity since taking office last year, with a series of engagements planned over the coming days.
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- Another Wet Week: Is Ireland Failing on Flood Protection?
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- 16:48
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Storm Chandra has caused major flooding across Ireland, leaving homes and businesses struggling to recover. But are our flood defences really ready for weather like this? And what can be done to stop it from happening again?
Guest presenter John Lee sits down with Independent Ireland TD Michael Fitzmaurice, environmental journalist John Gibbons, and meteorologist Joanna Donnelly to break down what went wrong, what needs to change, and how Ireland can better prepare for the next big storm.
Should the government invest more in flood prevention? Is our warning system doing enough to protect communities? Watch the full discussion and join the conversation in the comments.
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#VMNews #Ireland #StormChandra #Flooding #IrelandNews #ClimateChange #FloodDefence #ExtremeWeather
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- Peter Mandelson To Step Down From House Of Lords Amid Epstein Scandal
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- 1:52
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Peter Mandelson is to step down from the House of Lords as pressure grows over his links to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The former Northern Ireland Secretary had faced growing calls to give up his title as investigations got under way into alleged misconduct in public office, including claims he passed sensitive information to Epstein.
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- Flood-Affected Counties Remain On Edge As Government Reviews Response
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- 1:53
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Communities across the south east and east remain on alert amid fears of a repeat of last week’s devastating flooding.
The Taoiseach and senior ministers are meeting the National Emergency Coordination Group this evening to assess the risk of further flooding and what support may be needed for communities badly affected last week.
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- Five Men To Be Sentenced Over “RAT” Branding Assault In West Dublin
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- 1:48
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Five men involved in a brutal assault on a man who was branded with the letters “RAT” in west Dublin will be sentenced by the Special Criminal Court next month.
The court heard the victim, Barry Moore, was beaten, waterboarded and threatened with murder.
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- Garda Jailed For Assaulting Teenager During Dublin Arrest
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- 1:53
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- A garda who spear tackled a handcuffed teenager and slammed him into the ground in the Temple Bar area of Dublin has been jailed for a year.
Lorcan Murphy was convicted of assaulting the then 17-year-old more than four years ago. The judge said the 32-year-old had recklessly abused his powers as a garda.
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- EU Agriculture Commissioner Seeks To Reassure Irish Farmers Over Mercosur Deal
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- 0:37
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The EU’s Agriculture Commissioner has moved to reassure Irish farmers about the standards of beef that could be imported if the Mercosur trade deal with South America proceeds.
Appearing before a Dáil committee, Christophe Hansen said imported products would have to meet EU standards, including bans on growth hormones, and promised increased controls and checks at ports and airports.
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- High-Profile Trial Begins For Son Of Norwegian Crown Princess
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- 1:43
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The son of Norway’s Crown Princess has gone on trial in what is being described as the biggest court case in the country for years.
Marius Borg Høiby has pleaded not guilty to four charges of rape but has admitted to lesser offences.
The build-up to the trial has also seen almost daily revelations, including scrutiny of Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s past links to Jeffrey Epstein.
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- Farrell Names Ireland Team For Six Nations Opener Against France
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- 1:35
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Andy Farrell has named his Ireland team for Thursday night’s Six Nations opener against France at the Stade de France.
Jacob Stockdale will make his first Six Nations start since 2021, with Jeremy Loughman, Jamie Osborne and Cian Prendergast also named in the starting XV.
Sam Prendergast starts at fly-half, while Tadhg Beirne lines out in the centres.
There is no place in the matchday 23 for James Lowe or Tadhg Furlong.
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- National Emergency Group Convenes Amid Fresh Flood Warnings
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- 2:21
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The Taoiseach has warned that parts of the south east are facing a “worrying” situation, with further damaging flooding expected.
Micheál Martin and senior ministers are preparing to take part in a meeting of the National Emergency Coordination Group this afternoon, as authorities monitor river levels and the ongoing flood risk.
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- Clintons Agree To Appear Before House Committee On Epstein Case
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- 1:03
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Former US President Bill Clinton and his wife, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, have agreed to testify before the US House Oversight Committee as part of its investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein case.
The move comes as scrutiny continues following the release of the latest batch of files linked to the late convicted sex offender.
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- Thousands Await Medical Exit As Rafah Crossing Reopens
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- 1:45
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Thousands of Palestinians are waiting to leave Gaza for urgent medical care after Israel reopened the Rafah border crossing with Egypt on a limited basis.
It is the first time the crossing has been open in both directions in nearly two years. Authorities say more than 1,200 people died while waiting for medical transfer during the closure, with warnings the number could rise unless more patients are allowed through.
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- All Eyes On Paris As Ireland Face France In Thursday’s Six Nations Opener
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- 1:24
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Irish eyes are on Paris ahead of a historic first-ever Thursday night Six Nations opener, as Ireland take on defending champions France at the Stade de France.
Andy Farrell is set to name his starting XV tomorrow morning, with the captain’s run scheduled for Wednesday.
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- Cork Solar Proposal Fuels Debate On Renewable Energy Delivery
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- 2:24
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- A major solar energy project proposed for East Cork has prompted debate about how renewable power is developed and at what scale.
Plans for a large solar farm near Killeagh have led to local opposition and political concern, as questions are raised over planning, land use and how Ireland delivers its renewable energy targets.
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- Taoiseach Pledges Faster Flood Relief During Visit To Enniscorthy
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- 2:28
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The Taoiseach says the government will do everything it can to speed up flood relief schemes for areas worst affected by Storm Chandra.
Micheál Martin was speaking during a visit to Enniscorthy today, as fresh flood warnings are issued for the east and southeast.
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- Mother Of Irish Boys Held In Egypt Calls For Binding Return Agreement
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- 2:10
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The mother of two Irish boys being held in Egypt by their father has called on the government to ensure a written, binding agreement is in place to secure their return to her custody.
Courts in Ireland and Cairo have ruled that five-year-old Kareem and seven-year-old Zayn should be with their mother, Mandy Kelly. An appeal heard in Egypt last week is due to be ruled on in March.
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- League of Ireland Week: Clubs Eye Strong Season Openers
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- 1:22
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- League of Ireland Premier Division action returns on Friday.
Shamrock Rovers begin their title defence, while Shelbourne are looking for a strong start as they aim to reclaim the league.
Drogheda United also hope to hit the ground running, following a season-opening run last year where they lost just once in their first 11 games.
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- Alex Pretti Shooting: Is It A Watershed Moment for the Trump Administration?
- Runtime
- 2:14
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ "I don't think it spells a particularly good outlook for the presidency of Donald Trump."
The Group Chat discusses the political and public pushback following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis.
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- What Are The New Rent Rules And Will They Push Rents Higher?
- Runtime
- 2:22
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ “Making rents higher to attract landlords isn’t really much comfort.”
New rent rules have passed Cabinet, including a 2% annual cap for most homes and six-year tenancies.
The Group Chat examines what’s changing and the concerns around future rent hikes.
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- Homeless Figures Dip Slightly But Total Remains Near Record High
- Runtime
- 1:59
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The latest homelessness figures show a slight decrease, narrowly avoiding the 17,000 mark.
While housing charities say any reduction is welcome, they warn the overall number of people without a home remains extremely high and continues to place pressure on emergency accommodation and support services.
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- Minister Blames It On The Weatherman | The Group Chat
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- 13:42
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Severe flooding across parts of the east and south east has left communities dealing with widespread damage, travel disruption and growing concern about what comes next.
In this episode of The Group Chat, the panel discusses the impact of Storm Chandra, as rivers burst their banks in counties including Wexford, Kilkenny, Carlow and parts of south Dublin. Homes, businesses, roads and sports facilities were inundated as heavy rain fell on already saturated ground, with emergency crews placed on high alert.
#TheGroupChat
#StormChandra
#Flooding
#IrishWeather
#ClimateImpacts
#EmergencyResponse
#MetEireann
#FloodRisk
#IrelandNews
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- Minister Blames It On The Weatherman
- Runtime
- 2:22
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- After flooding in Enniscorthy, Wexford TD and Minister James Browne accused Met Éireann of ‘guarding’ information on flood risks.
The Group Chat discuss the forecaster's colour-coded warning system and whether localised alerts are needed.
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- US Warship Arrives as Tensions Rise Over Iran
- Runtime
- 1:35
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Another US warship has arrived in the Middle East, fuelling speculation the US could act on threats to strike Iran. Donald Trump says “time is running out” for Iran to negotiate a nuclear weapons deal. The EU has designated Iran’s Revolutionary Guard a terrorist organisation.
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- Busy Weekend Ahead at Dublin Airport
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Dublin Airport is preparing for a busy weekend of air travel, with around 380,000 passengers expected to pass through the terminals over the coming days.
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- What Flooding Takes From Communities — And What It Leaves Behind
- Runtime
- 2:19
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ “It’s tearing down something that people have worked incredibly hard to put together.”
After Storm Chandra caused severe flooding across the east and southeast, The Group Chat discuss the lasting consequences for communities - from damaged homes and businesses to the long-term emotional and financial toll that can persist for years.
📺 Tonight at 10PM | Virgin Media Play & Virgin Media One
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- US Border Tsar Says ICE Will Stay in Minneapolis, Plans ‘Draw Down’
- Runtime
- 1:44
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- In the US, Donald Trump’s “Border Tsar” says ICE agents will stay in Minneapolis until the problem is gone, but he is working on a plan to “draw down” officer numbers there. New videos have emerged of Alex Pretti in a scuffle with ICE agents days before he was shot dead.
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