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A look at events making the news in Ireland over the last week, presented by Justin McCarthy. Listen live every Sunday at 1pm on RTÉ Radio 1.
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Sinéad Mooney brings you the best of the week's wireless - from the big news stories to the features, drama, documentaries, sport and music.
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The Explainer is a weekly podcast from The Journal that takes a deeper look at one big news story you need to know about. What's the background? Why is this in the news? Get the facts behind the story from Ireland's biggest news website.
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On Ireland's most cutting edge current affairs show, Matt and his guests provide a running stream of intelligent opinions and heated debates on the issues that matter most to Irish listeners. You might not always agree, but you'll never want to miss a Word.
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News, sport, business and interviews. Presented by Rachael English. Listen live Monday to Friday at 1pm on RTÉ Radio 1.
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Highlights from the daily news programme with Sarah McInerney and Cormac Ó hEadhra. Featuring all the latest stories, interviews and special reports. Listen live Monday to Friday at 4.30pm on RTÉ Radio 1.
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Ireland’s original independent left leaning news, politics, and culture podcast that doesn’t take itself too seriously and still punches well above its weight. Join critically acclaimed & derided hosts, Martin McMahon and Tony Groves as they delve into the news of the day, pull apart the spin and challenge you to be an activist. This is the non-corporate, ad free, non-plastic-podcast reality that the medium is made for. There will be shenanigans!
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If it’s happening in Cork, you’ll hear it first on The Neil Prendeville Show. Listen to the latest discussion & debate on all things Cork with conversation that matters.
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Hosted by Michael Safi and Helen Pidd, Today in Focus brings you closer to Guardian journalism. Combining personal storytelling with insightful analysis, this podcast takes you behind the headlines for a deeper understanding of the news, every weekday. The podcast is a topical, deep dive, explainer on a topic or story in the news, covering: politics, climate change, current affairs, investigations, leaks, scandals involving the royals and interviews. It might cover topics such as: politics a ...
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5 things, every week, that you need to know about. Sisters Kelly and Nicola take you through 5 things that caught their eye this week and why you need to know about them. This podcast is for anyone who wants a tip-off on pop-culture highlights as well as the low-down on events and affairs affecting women in Ireland today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A weekly look at what's new and evocative in News, sport, entertainment and politics from around Ireland and the world. The HazBeanz show is presented by Martin Beanz Warde, Irish Traveller and Stand up comedian. Hazbeanz is Ireland's only travelling podcast, where the show travels to each interviewee in a campervan, soaking up the scenery, sounds and smells of each location.Let us invite you into the van for a cup of tea, a chat and a whole lot of laughs. We take the unfiltered approach to ...
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The Stand with Eamon Dunphy is a current affairs, sport and culture podcast posting five or more episodes each week. Editor and Presenter - Eamon Dunphy As a former professional and international soccer player Eamon was capped 23 times for Ireland. He has been a writer and broadcaster for over 40 years and written five best selling books including an early memoir Only a Game?, U2’s biography Unforgettable Fire, Sir Matt Busby’s biography A Strange Kind of Glory, Roy Keane’s autobiography Kea ...
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Each week we keep you updated on whats happening in the world......While also drinking and reviewing Craft Beer ......>>>>>> NEWS, POLITICS, TECH, ENTERNAINMENT - all mixed with CRAFT BEER .... what can go wrong right?
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A live comedy talk show. The Gareth Stack Show Live is an occasional programme featuring writers, musicians and artists, interviewed, indulged, and provoked by Irish writer and comedian Gareth Stack. Guests have included David Turpin, Mongoose, Donal Foreman, Bobby Ahern (No Monster Club), Tom Rowley, Myles Manley, Andrew Philip Smith, Patrick O’Flaherty, Graham Tugwell, Caoimhe Lavelle, Jonah King, James Moran, Darragh McCausland, Siam Collective and Gordon Rochford.
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Home of the Our Man In Stockholm, Irish In Sweden and Global Gael podcasts.
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Professor Colin O’Gara is Head of Addiction Services at St. John of God Hospital and author of the book Gambling Addiction In Ireland: Causes Consequences and Recovery. ***** There is a pattern, I suppose it’s so well-known that it’s a cliché, of people mellowing their view as they get older. One version is the famous […]…
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Sinéad Crowley joins Matt in the studio for this week's Culture Club and to discuss the release of her new book Author of A Maid on Fifth Avenue. Subscribe to The Ray Foley Podcast wherever you get your podcast!
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Three Wagamamas Restaurants In Dublin Close With Immediate Effect
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Three Wagamama restaurants in Dublin have closed after receivers were appointed to the restaurants that are part of the Press Up Group. Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss this and more in the business news. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!…
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Tourism Sector At 'Tipping Point' Hears Conference
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Eoghan O'Mara Walsh, chief executive of the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation, spoke to Matt about calls for Government for the sector ahead of Budget 2025. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.
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Calls to simplify the health insurance market to make switching policies easier
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Calls for health insurance providers to reduce the number of plans in the Irish market. The Health Insurance Authority says 71pc of those with health cover have never switched, and the average length of time people have a policy is 20 years. To discuss this Brian Lee, the chief executive of the Health Insurance Authority.…
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Politicians press for answers on the new Childrens' Hospital, the Dáil bike shed and the Department of Finance 1.4m euro security hut
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The Oireachtas Committee on Health was told that construction firm BAM has "shifted the substantial completion date" of the new National Children's Hospital project 14 times in just four years. To discuss this and other news today Neasa Hourigan, who is Health spokersperon for the Green Party and also by Áontu Leader Peadar Tobin.…
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Hezbollah fires missile towards Tel Aviv for first time ever as Lebanese death toll rises to nearly 600
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Israel continues to fire missiles into Lebanon as the death toll rises to nearly 600. Humanitarian agencies said today that the Lebanese people risk the “face the same fate” as Gaza civilians with 90,000 people fleeing their homes. For more Julie Mehigan, Head of Asia, Middle East & Europe for Christian Aid.…
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Buying or selling a car? A new online service aims to make the process simpler
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The Minister of State with special responsibility for Road Transport, James Lawless, today launched the new Online Change of Vehicle Ownership service. This allows private vehicle owners to transfer registration to another private owner, entirely online. Minister James Lawless joined Cormac to tell us more.…
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The Last Word On The US: Will The Election Be Won By The Candidate Who Wins in Pennsylvania?
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Nationally syndicated columnist Cal Thomas and US Correspondent with the Business Post Marion McKeone joined Matt for The Last Word’s weekly US slot where Matt began by asking about the significance of the Pennsylvanian vote in November’s presidential election. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the conversation.…
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Taxi Fares to Rise By 9% In Time For Christmas Party Season
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Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent joined Matt to discuss how taxi fares are to rise by 9% in December. Will this lead to more people opting to stay at home instead of going out? Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the conversation.
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Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshackIn this packed podcast US-Based, Russian-Irish Professor of Economics (and listener favourite) Constantin Gurdgiev talks Trump v Kamala, the broader context of US politics, the Apple Tax in the US and Ireland, his thoughts on Sinn Féin's housing plan, Ireland's ongoing corporate tax take, the BRICS working…
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'Hospital is the hostage', board chief tells committee
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Fiachra Ó Cionnaith reports on this morning's Oireachtas Health Committeee hearing and we talk to Roisín Shorthall, Social Democrat TD.By RTÉ Radio 1
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Dublin Airport cap must be addressed through planning process - Martin
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Our Business Editor Will Goodbody reports from the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation conference.By RTÉ Radio 1
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Israel and Lebanon strikes continue as thousands displaced
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We talk to Irish Times journalist in Beirut, Sally Hayden.By RTÉ Radio 1
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Over €121k spent steel works for Leinster House bike shelter
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Our Political Correspondent Micheál Lehane reports.By RTÉ Radio 1
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Inquest into death of young Waterford man who died days after Covid vaccine
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Ralph Riegel, Southern Correspondent with the Irish Independent reports.By RTÉ Radio 1
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TV licence fees, waiting for buses and did Neil tell a caller to shut up??
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Ep 2020: New Labour Government makes life hard for itself and its supporters
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Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon. Recorded on Tuesday 24th September 2024 Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-stand-with-eamon-dunphy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hope, finally? Keir Starmer’s first conference in power
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From anger over the winter fuel allowance to a row over freebies, Labour’s first conference in power for 15 years started under a cloud. Did the prime minister’s speech lift the gloom? With Jessica Elgot. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian
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The Last Word On Music: Liam Gallagher Says 'Imposters' Not Welcome At Reunion Shows
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Liam Gallagher has hit out at critics of his 'angelic tones', saying that 'imposters' are not welcome at the Oasis reunion shows. John Caddell and Dee Reddy join The Last Word to discuss this as well as news that Justin Timberlake will play two gigs in Ireland next year and more. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!…
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Laura Kennedy joins Matt int eh studio to discuss her new book, Some of Our Parts. As a philosopher and author, Laura takes us through the complexities of the labels we place upon ourself and how we can navigate these.
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What Is It Like To Be Driven In A Driverless Car?
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Driverless taxis have been operating in San Francisco since last August marking a significant milestone in the progress for autonomous vehicles. Elaine Burke, host of the For Tech's Sake podcast, was recently in the city and joins The Last Word to talk about her experience of being a passenger in a driverless car. Catch the full chat by pressing th…
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Cathal Crowe questions the number of Gardaí on Crimecall
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Fianna Fail TD watching the show has asked if it is right to have 11 guards on duty in the RTE studio during the progamme at a time when Gardai are in such short supply all over the country. Cormac speaks to Cathal Crowe is Fianna Fail TD for Clare and Tony Gallagher, Former Garda Inspector and currently working with the Ashtree Risk Group.…
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The family of Clare man Patrick Nugent on their 40 year fight for Justice as Gardai exhume his remains
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The family of Clare man Patrick Nugent have expressed their hope that a new Garda investigation and the exhumation of his remains today will finally reveal the truth of how he died 40 years ago. The 23 year old died in unexplained circumstances following a party in February 1984. John Cooke has been speaking to Nugent family in County Clare.…
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The Burren and Cliffs of Moher make it into world famous geological Top 100 sites
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It's official. The Burren and the Cliffs of Moher have just been designated in the Top 100 Geological Heritage Sites by the International Union of Geological Sciences. Dr Eamon Doyle, Geologist with the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Global Geopark tells us more.By RTÉ Radio 1
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The death toll rises in Lebanon, we hear from Minister Jennifer Carroll-MacNeill on EU efforts to stop the killing and Irish soldiers
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Lebanon's health ministry says 558 people have been killed, including 50 children, in Israeli strikes since Monday, which was the deadliest day in Lebanon since the end of the civil war in 1990. Minister of State with responsibility for EU Affairs & Defence, Jennifer Carroll Macneill spoke to Cormac from Brussels.…
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A focus on the fourth to sixth months of the conflict. The death toll in Gaza reaches 30,000 and the conflict spreads outside Gaza. Along with Israeli and Palestinian voices, this episode will feature interviews with members of American and Irish governments.By RTÉ Radio 1
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FDI relies on sustainable track record of infrastructure projects
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Ireland needs a big-picture building plan with regard to infrastructure - to make sure utilities like water, electricity and transport can support future population growth. That's according to the Construction Industry Federation, which is calling for "committed investment in infrastructure" in Budget 2025.…
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Company building Nat Children's Hosp says Minister "may not have all the facts"
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Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent on the ongoing saga of the National Children's HospitalBy RTÉ Radio 1
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Deaths from Israeli air strikes on Lebanon reach 558
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Alex Crawford, Sky News Correspondent & Rania Abouzeid, Lebanon based reporter who's in Beirut both speak to us on the latestBy RTÉ Radio 1
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Renewed appeal over Patrick Nugent's death in 1984
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Pat McGrath, our Western Correspondent reports on the latestBy RTÉ Radio 1
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British Labour leader, Keir Starmer, due to address party conference
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John Rentoul of the London Independent speaks to us about the latest from the conferenceBy RTÉ Radio 1
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New 'super-computer' helping Met Éireann with more accurate forecasts
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Eoin Sherlock, Head of Forecasting with Met Éireann explains howBy RTÉ Radio 1
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President Joe Biden delivering his final speech to UN
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Yvonne Murray, Global Security Reporter speaks to us from New YorkBy RTÉ Radio 1
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Teens smoking joints, drug dealing in Nicholas Church Lane and social etiquette amongst gen z, Cork it’s time to talk, weekdays from 9am. The Neil Prendeville Show on Red FM.
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The Last Word On Politics: Hate Speech Law Dropped, President Higgins In Hot Water Over Letter To Iran & Clashes With Taoiseach Over Homelessness & Migration
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The Government has been slammed for dropping plans for hate speech laws because of a lack of the consensus on the wording. Also, President Michael D Higgins has claimed that a letter he wrote congratulating his Iranian counterpart was leaked by Israel. Daniel McConnell, editor of the Business Post, Alan Shatter, former minister for justice and Fian…
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Is Appointment TV On Streaming Services Working?
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Are you a binge watcher or do you space out your series? This week on the Last Word on TV and Streaming, Elaine and Joe give us the best in TV and streaming to get you through the week.
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Ep 2019: Bam Bam - more bad news for Children’s Hospital
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Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about Taoiseach Simon Harris's surge in recent opinion polls, and the persistent issues with the National Children's Hospital. .Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for Independent.ie, The Irish Independent and The Sunday Independent. Recorded on Monday 23rd September 2024. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the…
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Inside a secret summit of Afghan women’s rights activists
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Annie Kelly reports from a conference in Albania where Afghan women have spoken publicly about the Taliban’s brutal crackdown on their freedom. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian
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Why universities are phasing out parking for staff and students?
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Universities will be required to phase out the use of car parking for most staff and students in areas where there is a range of public transport options. Drivetime's John Cooke has been to the Technological University of the Shannon and joined us from Limerick.By RTÉ Radio 1
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War in Gaza - Episode 1: The first three months
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A focus on the first three months of the conflict - the Hamas attack, the kidnapping of Israeli hostages taken into Gaza, followed by the scale of the Israeli bombardment, air and ground war and the unprecedented humanitarian crisis.By RTÉ Radio 1
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The taoiseach links rising homelessness to immigration - we hear from the Irish Refugee Council
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To talk about the Taoiseach's weekend comments linking people seeking international protection here to homelessness, we hear from Nick Henderson, The Irish Refugee Council's and spokesperson for Mount Street Residents and Business Association, Kevin Byrne.By RTÉ Radio 1
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'Amplified: The Exportation of the Culture Wars' - a new Irish documentary
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'Amplified: The Exportation of the Culture Wars' - a new Irish documentary - examines the transfer of American culture and politics to Ireland, the impact of misinformation in the modern age, and the people responsible. Documentary director Mike Sheridan tells us more.By RTÉ Radio 1
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One parent's regret on her children's phone use
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We all know the vexed conversations that are happening now around screentime for kids. Lisa Brady, Features Ed and columnist with the Irish Daily Mail says she feels shame for how she's enabled her childrens' screentime addiction and it's time for a reckoning with their screentime and her own. Lisa joins Cormac and Sarah.…
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Lebanon accuses Israel of a 'war of extermination' as almost 300 people are killed by Israeli strikes today.
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The number of people killed by Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon today has now increased to 274, according to the Lebanese health ministry. Tensions are now heightened as this is the deadliest attack on Lebanon since the 2006 Israel Hezbollah war. For analysis on this Professor of international relations Fawaz Gerges.…
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Sarah Slattery from TheTravelExpert.ie joined Matt for The Last Word’s weekly travel slot, giving you all the best tips and tricks for booking a ski holiday this winter. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the chat.
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