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October 15 · 4 min
A vigil has been held in Waterford for the English family
Gardaí have carried out a series of searches in Waterford as the investigation continues into the firebomb attack that killed four members of the English family. Speaking to Anton this morning was Reporter Irish Examiner Neil Michael.
October 14 · 5 min
How AI could help birds rediscover lost songs
Scientists are exploring how artificial intelligence could help birds recover lost songs and improve their chances of survival. Anton discusses this further with Wildlife Expert Eanna Ni Lamha.
October 14 · 5 min
A bumpy start for Donald Trump's new spokeswoman
Katie Zacharia, Donald Trump’s new press secretary made her debut behind the White House lectern on Tuesday. It was a bumpy one. Anton got reaction to the press briefing with Communications Expert and Sun Independent Columnist Gina London.
October 14 · 11 min
Hundreds of thousands begin public sector strikes
300,000 public sector workers have begun a 24-hour strike this morning, with schools, medical appointments, courts and other services affected. We heard from our reports around the country. Also speaking to Anton was Adrian Kane, Siptu Deputy General Secretary for the Public Service.
October 14 · 3 min
The scale of the grief in the Waterford community
Garda investigations are continuing into the murder of a mother and father and their two children in Waterford. Our Chief Reporter Barry Whyte reports for us from Waterford.
October 14 · 6 min
What you need to know about HSE work stoppages today
Today, public sector work stoppages are set to affect a wide range of HSE services What does that mean for patients? Which services will remain open and what should you do if you need medical care? Anton got the details from Dr Colm Henry Chief Clinical Officer of the HSE.
October 14 · 7 min
Did You See?
We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Fergus Finley Columnist for the Irish Examiner and former Senior Advisor to the Labour Party.
October 14 · 4 min
When did children stop playing outside?
One in six Irish parents don’t think it’s safe for their five-year-old child to play outside at home during the day. When did children stop playing outside? Anton asked Sadhbh O’Neill, Climate and Environmental Researcher, and contributor to the Irish Times.
October 14 · 3 min
Murder Investigation launched after fatal house fire in Waterford
A murder investigation is underway after a house fire in Waterford claimed the lives of a couple and two of their children. Two other children remain in a critical condition Speaking to Anton this morning was Damien Tiernan a Broadcaster with Waterford Local Radio.
October 14 · 4 min
Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer
Pope Leo was taken to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital yesterday afternoon for surgery to remove a small lung nodule The Vatican expects his recovery to take about a week, with public engagements cancelled until October 20. Anton got the details with Senior Reporter Daily Mail Nick Pisa.
October 14 · 7 min
Public sector workers have begun a 24-hour strike
More than 300,000 public sector workers have begun a 24-hour strike, including teachers, healthcare workers, civil servants and court staff. Speaking to Anton this morning was Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment and Fine Gael TD for Longford-Westmeath.
October 13 · 8 min
Eamon Ryan on his new documentary
In July 2023, Eamon Ryan the then Leader of the Green party and a Cabinet Minister allowed a fly on the wall camera crew to follow his last 18 months in government. Forever is now will be released on Friday the 16th and Eamon give us a insight into what they captured.
October 13 · 4 min
Woman sentenced for breaching anonymity order in Jeffrey Donaldson case
A woman who breached the anonymity of one of the victims of child sex offender Jeffrey Donaldson has been sentenced to three months in prison. For more details on this Anton spoke to Frank Graney Newstalk Courts Correspondent.
October 13 · 12 min
Union leaders reject Minister's push for WRC talks
Union leaders have rejected the Government’s push for urgent pay talks today. The strike actions are set to go ahead tomorrow. Speaking to Anton was Unite deputy regional secretary Tom Fitzgerald.
October 13 · 3 min
Should Ireland tax wealth?
New ESRI research explores a potential 1% annual wealth tax. It is revealing key questions over who pays, what gets taxed, and whether wealthy households can afford the bill. To discuss further with Anton was Dr Rachel Slaymaker, ERSI Research Officer.
October 13 · 7 min
Did You See?
We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Barrister and Former Minister Mary Hanafin.
October 13 · 4 min
Major French supermarket chains hit by cyberattack
Major French supermarket chains have said they were hit by a cyberattack that caused their refrigerators to shoot up in temperature in hundreds of stores. Forcing spoiled food to be thrown away and raising concerns about food security. Jamie Smith-Maillet Freelance journalist in France gave us an update on this story.
October 13 · 5 min
HSE to consider access to weight loss drug Mounjaro
The HSE is to consider whether Mounjaro, a weight-loss drug, should be made available to more people in Ireland at little or no cost. Anton got reaction to this with Dr Michael Crotty Clinical lead for Obesity at the Irish College of GPs.
October 13 · 4 min
Michelle O’Neill has survived a no confidence motion
First Minister Michelle O’Neill has survived a motion to remove her from office for standing with the protesters blocking the Orange Order parade on the Garvaghy Road in Portadown two weeks ago. We get the latest with James McCarthy Political Reporter with Belfast Live and the Daily Mirror in Northern Ireland.
October 12 · 4 min
Keeping your home safe from fire
A new nationwide fire safety campaign kicks off today. The campaign is urging people to know the risks in the rooms they use every day. To explain the details about the new campaign was Chief Fire Officer Monaghan County Council, Dermot Brannigan.

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