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Hamas leaders have reportedly survived IDF strikes on the Qatari capital of Doha. Although five Hamas members were killed, the group said Israel failed to “assassinate” the negotiation delegation. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Reuters Reporter Andrew Mills is in Doha and also Sean Bell, Former Fighter Pilot, Military Analyst and Co-Host of the Red Matrix Podcast.
Hamas leaders have reportedly survived IDF strikes on the Qatari capital of Doha. Although five Hamas members were killed, the group said Israel failed to “assassinate” the negotiation delegation. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Reuters Reporter Andrew Mills is in Doha and also Sean Bell, Former Fighter Pilot, Military Analyst and Co-Host of the Red Matrix Podcast.
Ireland's economy continues to perform well – so the Government does not need to continue pumping money into the economy. That's according to the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council in their pre-Budget Submission. Niall Conroy, acting chief economist at IFAC joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Tánaiste Simon Harris spoke with Newstalk Breakfast this morning on how he is dealing with threats towards his family. It comes after three bomb threats were made to the Fine Gael leader's home over the weekend…Despite the ongoing threats towards his family, Harris is still showing up to work and is “trying his best to get on with his job”.Is this harassment and abuse completely out of line, or are public figures always at risk of threats?Joining Andrea to discuss is Martin Kenny Sinn Féin Justice Spokesperson & TD for Sligo/Leitrim, Mick Clifford Special Correspondent with The Irish Examiner, Stephen Breen, Crime Editor with The Irish Sun,Journalist Aoife Grace Moore, Social Media Content Creator Charlene Murphy and Fine Gael TD Barry Ward.
Ireland's economy continues to perform well – so the Government does not need to continue pumping money into the economy. That's according to the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council in their pre-Budget Submission. Niall Conroy, acting chief economist at IFAC joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Students in Ireland being priced out of college. So says Bryan O'Mahony, President of AMLÉ formerly known as Union Students of Ireland who explained why to Newstalk Breakfast.
Students in Ireland being priced out of college. So says Bryan O'Mahony, President of AMLÉ formerly known as Union Students of Ireland who explained why to Newstalk Breakfast.
If Ireland is serious about meeting its electric vehicle targets, household EV chargers should be exempt from planning permission requirements. That's according to Fine Gael TD for Dublin Bay South, James Geoghegan who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
If Ireland is serious about meeting its electric vehicle targets, household EV chargers should be exempt from planning permission requirements. That's according to Fine Gael TD for Dublin Bay South, James Geoghegan who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
It's Irish week all this week on Newstalk Breakfast. This morning we heard from Historian and ex-human rights worker Nadia Dobrianska who and has not only learned to speak English, but Irish too.
It's Irish week all this week on Newstalk Breakfast. This morning we heard from Historian and ex-human rights worker Nadia Dobrianska who and has not only learned to speak English, but Irish too.
All this week on Newstalk Breakfast we are exploring the Irish language and its place in Irish society. Today, we are diving into the topic of education. We ask is the model for Gaeilge in schools fit for purpose? All to discuss with Shane O'Quinn, Chairman of Gréasán do Mhúinteoirí Gaeilge.
All this week on Newstalk Breakfast we are exploring the Irish language and its place in Irish society. Today, we are diving into the topic of education. We ask is the model for Gaeilge in schools fit for purpose? All to discuss with Shane O'Quinn, Chairman of Gréasán do Mhúinteoirí Gaeilge.
All this week, Newstalk Breakfast is celebrating all things Gaeilge. Ciara and Shane were joined by Hector Ó hEochagáin, Podcaster, TV Presenter and Anchor.
All this week, Newstalk Breakfast is celebrating all things Gaeilge. Ciara and Shane were joined by Hector Ó hEochagáin, Podcaster, TV Presenter and Anchor.
All this week Newstalk Breakfast are taking on a new challenge, with Irish week with many people unable to speak the language, what is the issue? Ciara and Shane discussed.
All this week on Newstalk Breakfast, we are taking on a new challenge, with Irish week. To begin today,we were joined on the show this morning Patricia Nic Eoin, from All About Irish to gain some insight into where to begin when brushing up on our Cúpla Focal.
All this week Newstalk Breakfast are taking on a new challenge, with Irish week with many people unable to speak the language, what is the issue? Ciara and Shane discussed.
All this week on Newstalk Breakfast, we are taking on a new challenge, with Irish week. To begin today,we were joined on the show this morning Patricia Nic Eoin, from All About Irish to gain some insight into where to begin when brushing up on our Cúpla Focal.
Dental patients should be given a tax break on a range of preventative and rehabilitative treatments. That's the call from the Irish Dental Association, whose CEO Fintan Hourihan spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Beauty influencers can be “just as toxic as Andrew Tate”. That's according to consultant psychiatrist at Dublin's Mater Hospital Professor Mathew Sadlier who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Grant Harrold, former Butler to Princes Charles, William and Harry to discuss his new book. 'The Royal Butler: My remarkable life of royal service' which hits the shelves next Thursday.
After 2 marathon shows at the Dome in Tralee it was Laois Rose Katelyn Cummins who came out on top, becoming the 2025 international Rose of Tralee. Katelyn chatted to Newstalk Breakfast about her big win.
Fossil fuels were Ireland's primary energy source last year, accounting for 81% of primary energy supply, according to an analysis of global energy data by KPMG. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast to discuss further was Clare O'Connor, Friends of the Earth Programme Coordinator.
Fine Gael Presidential nominee Mairead McGuinness has dropped out of the race to become the next president of Ireland.In a statement to Fine Gael Members, McGuinness said the “This decision is not lightly taken and follows a stay in hospital last week.”To reflect on where this leaves the Presidential race and to speculate who may become the next president of Ireland now, Kieran was joined by Shane Coleman, Broadcaster and presenter of Newstalk Breakfast and Sean Defoe Newstalk Political correspondent
There has been a sharp drop in fines issued for littering in Dublin City. That's according to information obtained by Newstalk Breakfast under freedom of information. Just 68 fines have been given out in 2025 so far, and if that trend holds, there will be an 89 per cent drop in fines in the past two years. We discuss this and more with Mannix Flynn, Independent Councilor for Dublin Bay South.
Leo Leighio, Vice President of the Irish Road Victims Association is calling for a new offence of vehicular manslaughter to replace dangerous driving offences. Leo explained why to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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.
Information obtained by Newstalk Breakfast under freedom of information has shown a sharp drop in fines issued for littering in Dublin City.The data collected has shown that only 68 fines have been given out in 2025. If this continues, there will be an 89% drop in fines in the past two years.That includes a 77% drop in Central Dublin, and just one single fine has been issued in Dublin North central in the past 19 months, down from 94 issued in 2023.This is despite the North Inner City being named the most littered area in Ireland by Irish Business Against Litter last month…Joining Andrea to discuss this is Damien Boylan, Councillor with Cork North City, Dave O'Reilly, Chair of Tidy Towns, owner of Martin Gear Jewellers, Martin Gear and more.
Vladimir Putin has downplayed the prospect of talks with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, saying a meeting is possible but only if certain conditions are met. His comments come in response to a US proposal for a trilateral meeting involving Donald Trump. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Emmanuelle Chaze, Ukraine Correspondent for Radio France Internationale and France24.
Breastfeeding is so often portrayed as natural and instinctive but for many mothers, the reality is far more complex and painful. That's according to Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett, Author and Journalist who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Simon Harris, has this morning said that the new tariff arrangement between the United States and the European Union has now commenced. Tánaiste Simon Harris spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
The National Bus and Rail Union is urgently calling for the introduction of a dedicated transport police unit following a violent incident on a Dublin Bus this weekend. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dermot O'Leary, General Secretary of the National Bus and Rail Union.
“No one wants to hear about your dreams – unless you follow my golden rule”. So writes Adrian Chiles, broadcaster and Guardian columnist who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
US special envoy Steve Witkoff has met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a bid to salvage Gaza truce talks. Avi Mayer, founder of the Jerusalem Journal and Former editor-in-chief of The Jerusalem Post joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
A whole host of international and Irish acts will be taking to the stages across Curraghmore Estate this weekend in Waterford. But with such a huge following, and the festival growing year-by-year, what does such a huge influx of people do for a place like Waterford. Kyle Butler, Reporter with WLR FM joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Outgoing Garda Commissioner Drew Harris has promised to publish a report which shows that a substantial number of gardaí assigned to Roads Policing are not doing their jobs and have no interest in doing them. He called their actions "brazen and contemptuous" and the report's conclusions "sobering". Christy Galligan, Former Garda Sergeant joined us on Newstalk Breakfast to discuss.
The lack of green spaces of Dublin's inner city – and cities across the world is “disastrous” for people's mental health. That's according to Anthony Freeman O'Brien, Liberties Communities Project member who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
A 100-million-euro redevelopment project to redevelop Stephen's Green shopping centre has been rejected by An Comisiúin Pleanála. They said the proposed glass design lacked a “sense of original aesthetic” - but they also noted the current facade is by no means the gold standard. So, what is the future of Stephen's Green shopping centre? Dr Carole Pollard, Former president of the Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland & Editor of the book Irish Cities in Crisis, joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
The Occupied Territories Bill legislation should be widened to include a ban on services as well as goods. That's the call from the Oireachtas Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade, whose Chair John Lahart joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
The Government has approved Uisce Eireann's Water Services Strategic Plan 2050, outlining the strategic direction and the actions they will implement to ensure sustainable public water services for Ireland. But what is the future of water infrastructure in Ireland, and are Irish people really on board with what's needed? Gavin Lawlor, President of the Irish Planning Institute joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Thousands of digital missionaries and young Catholics have arrived in Rome this week to discuss the role of social media and how young believers can drive change. As part of this, the Vatican is seeking the help of “hot priests” to spread the good word. Fr David Vard a 33-year-old Irish priest at the Jubilee in Rome and he joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
A garda has suffered multiple stab wounds following a knife attack in Dublin city centre. One man was arrested following the incident. Paul Cleary, Garda Assistant Commissioner for the Dublin Metropolitan Region joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
The Government must recommit to the reduction of speed limits in urban areas after promising to do so in the Programme for Government. That's the call from the Dublin Commuter Coalition, and their Public Relations Officer Gary Marshall joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Lord Mayor of Dublin Ray McAdam has invited former US President Barack Obama to formally accept the Freedom of Dublin during their visit to the city in September. However, the Irish Anti War Movement is now considering a protest against the honour. Jim Roche PRO of the Irish Anti-War Movement and Scott Lucas Professor of US and International Politics at the Clinton Institute, University College Dublin joined us on Newstalk Breakfast to discuss.
Nearly a quarter of doctors work more than 48 hours per week, with that figure rising to half of doctors working in surgery in hospitals. That's according to the latest figures from the Medical Council. Jantze Cotter, the Executive Director for Regulatory Policy, Standards and Research joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
A man has been sentenced to death in Lebanon after he was convicted for his part in the killing of Irish peacekeeper Private Seán Rooney, who was shot dead while serving in the region in December 2022. Conor Gallagher, Crime and Security Correspondent with the Irish Times joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
People need to put down their phones and stop filming tragic road accidents in order to share them online. That's the call from the Irish Road Victims' Association. Their vice-President Leo Lieghio, who lost his own daughter in a road accident in 2005 joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
The European Union and United States have agreed a deal that will lock in tariffs on most EU imports to the US, but prevent the prospect of an economically devastating trade war. Jeanna Smialek Brussels Bureau Chief for the New York Times and Dan O'Brien Chief Economist at the Institute of International and European affairs and Columnist with The Currency joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Today is World Conservation Day; a day that acknowledges, the foundation for a healthy society is a healthy environment. Environmental Journalist and Campaigner, George Monbiot joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.