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After 188 days without setting foot on land, the Avontuur finally arrives in Horta, in the Azores. Before the crew can finally get off the ship, there are a few last hurdles to contend with. Ship's cook Giulia has played her part in getting them here in reasonably good spirits, but now her patience is beginning to wear thin.15 people, 188 days at sea, one extraordinary ship: how the Avontuur was locked down at sea during the Covid-19 pandemic.Narrated by Siobhán McSweeney Produced by Christina Hardinge Sound and music by Noémie Ducimetière Artwork by Joe Magee Narration written by Laura Thomas For Lives Less Ordinary, the series producer is Laura Thomas and the editor, Munazza Khan.Lives Less Ordinary is a podcast from the BBC World Service that brings you the most incredible true stories from around the world. Each episode a guest shares their most dramatic, moving, personal story. Listen for unbelievable twists, mysteries uncovered, and inspiring journeys - spanning the entire human experience. Step into someone else's life and expect the unexpected.Got a story to tell? Send an email to liveslessordinary@bbc.co.uk or message us via WhatsApp: 0044 330 678 2784 You can read our privacy notice here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/5YD3hBqmw26B8WMHt6GkQxG/lives-less-ordinary-privacy-notice

Siobhán O'Grady, Washington Post Ukraine Bureau Chief, discusses the latest on possible talks between Ukraine and Russia.

The incredible true story of how The Avontuur was locked down at sea for 188 days during the Covid-19 pandemic, with 15 people on board. The journey begins for ship's cook Giulia Baccosi when she accepts a last-minute job aboard the sailing cargo ship The Avontuur. She tells the captain that she will stay with the ship until it reaches Mexico, in about three months' time. After saying goodbye to her partner, Giulia settles into life on board and the responsibilities of feeding the Avontuur's crew of 15. But before Giulia and the crew know it, everything they're counting on will be thrown to the winds. This extraordinary story, narrated by Siobhán McSweeney, is from the Lives Less Ordinary podcast, from the BBC World Service.

Denied entry to a series of ports in the Caribbean, the crew of the Avontuur begin to wonder whether they will ever be able to get off the ship. They mend sails and find creative ways to entertain themselves until, one night, Giulia begins to feel unwell. 15 people, 188 days at sea, one extraordinary ship: how the Avontuur was locked down at sea during the Covid-19 pandemic.Narrated by Siobhán McSweeney Produced by Christina Hardinge Sound and music by Noémie Ducimetière Artwork by Joe Magee Narration written by Laura Thomas For Lives Less Ordinary, the series producer is Laura Thomas and the editor, Munazza Khan.Lives Less Ordinary is a podcast from the BBC World Service that brings you the most incredible true stories from around the world. Each episode a guest shares their most dramatic, moving, personal story. Listen for unbelievable twists, mysteries uncovered, and inspiring journeys - spanning the entire human experience. Step into someone else's life and expect the unexpected.Got a story to tell? Send an email to liveslessordinary@bbc.co.uk or message us via WhatsApp: 0044 330 678 2784You can read our privacy notice here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/5YD3hBqmw26B8WMHt6GkQxG/lives-less-ordinary-privacy-notice

As the crew of the Avontuur fight their way out of the Gulf of Mexico and battle a hurricane that delays their journey back across the Atlantic, ship's cook Giulia faces the spectre of food and gas shortages with ingenuity and a determination to get back home. 15 people, 188 days at sea, one extraordinary ship: how the Avontuur was locked down at sea during the Covid-19 pandemic.Narrated by Siobhán McSweeney Produced by Christina Hardinge Sound and music by Noémie Ducimetière Artwork by Joe Magee Narration written by Laura Thomas For Lives Less Ordinary, the series producer is Laura Thomas and the editor, Munazza Khan.Lives Less Ordinary is a podcast from the BBC World Service that brings you the most incredible true stories from around the world. Each episode a guest shares their most dramatic, moving, personal story. Listen for unbelievable twists, mysteries uncovered, and inspiring journeys - spanning the entire human experience. Step into someone else's life and expect the unexpected. Got a story to tell? Send an email to liveslessordinary@bbc.co.uk or message us via WhatsApp: 0044 330 678 2784

In the middle of the Atlantic, the crew of the Avontuur receive a satellite email with news from land that throws everything they'd been counting on to the winds. Their mission and schedule are in disarray, but turning back isn't an option. So ship's cook Giulia and the rest of the crew find ways to cope with the uncertainty. 15 people, 188 days at sea, one extraordinary ship: how the Avontuur was locked down at sea during the Covid-19 pandemic.Narrated by Siobhán McSweeney Produced by Christina Hardinge Sound and music by Noémie Ducimetière Artwork by Joe Magee Narration written by Laura Thomas For Lives Less Ordinary, the series producer is Laura Thomas and the editor, Munazza Khan.Lives Less Ordinary is a podcast from the BBC World Service that brings you the most incredible true stories from around the world. Each episode a guest shares their most dramatic, moving, personal story. Listen for unbelievable twists, mysteries uncovered, and inspiring journeys - spanning the entire human experience. Step into someone else's life and expect the unexpected.Got a story to tell? Send an email to liveslessordinary@bbc.co.uk or message us via WhatsApp: 0044 330 678 2784 You can read our privacy notice here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/5YD3hBqmw26B8WMHt6GkQxG/lives-less-ordinary-privacy-notice

Unable to step off the ship, tensions are rising amongst the crew of the Avontuur and coping mechanisms begin to emerge. When the dry store is raided and boxes of biscuits go missing, ship's cook Giulia is forced to turn detective.15 people, 188 days at sea, one extraordinary ship: how the Avontuur was locked down at sea during the Covid-19 pandemic.Narrated by Siobhán McSweeney Produced by Christina Hardinge Sound and music by Noémie Ducimetière Artwork by Joe Magee Narration written by Laura Thomas For Lives Less Ordinary, the series producer is Laura Thomas and the editor, Munazza Khan.Lives Less Ordinary is a podcast from the BBC World Service that brings you the most incredible true stories from around the world. Each episode a guest shares their most dramatic, moving, personal story. Listen for unbelievable twists, mysteries uncovered, and inspiring journeys - spanning the entire human experience. Step into someone else's life and expect the unexpected.Got a story to tell? Send an email to liveslessordinary@bbc.co.uk or message us via WhatsApp: 0044 330 678 2784 You can read our privacy notice here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/5YD3hBqmw26B8WMHt6GkQxG/lives-less-ordinary-privacy-notice

Professor Donal O'Shea, HSE's National Clinical Lead for Obesity and Siobhán Buckley, Principal of Presentation National School in Millstreet

UL PhD student Siobhán O'Leary joins Gillian to talk about the rising popularity of her business 'Siobh's Knits' and how she creates clothing featuring Limerick transport. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Monday's Morning Focus, it was time again for our Arts Slot with County Art's Officer Siobhán Mulcahy. Siobhán provided our listeners with all the details of this week's live events for entertainment lovers in Banner County.

Ag canadh 'Bímse i gConaí a Radaireacht'.

Sport inspires, builds communities, promotes healthy lifestyles, and brings joy to millions around the world. But while sport is a powerful force for good, it is both a contributor to – and a victim of – climate change. In this episode, James and Daisy explore the intersection of sport and climate change. How does sport contribute to climate change? In what ways is climate change already affecting sport? How can sport drive meaningful climate action?SOME RECOMMENDATIONS: Forest Green Rovers – Officially recognised in 2017 as the world's first vegan football club and widely considered the greenest football club globally.  World Economic Forum (2024) – An overview of how climate change is affecting sports, including how the Paris 2024 Olympics balanced athlete performance with safety. OTHER ADVOCATES AND RESOURCES:Forbes (2025) – Examines how the Women's Euro 2025 is balancing growth, sustainability and climate risk. Switzerland has secured second-class travel for all ticketholders on match days and added 400 extra trains to ensure reliability.Cricket for Climate – Founded by Australian cricket captain, Pat Cummins, to use cricket as a platform to fight climate change. The Next Test – A hub for climate concerned cricket players, clubs, and fans. Sport England (2025) – Chairman Chris Boardman has called for a ‘mindset shift' on climate change and announced a new multi-million-pound fund to create the ‘world's greenest sports industry'. Arsenal (2018) – Installed a large-scale battery storage system capable of powering the Emirates Stadium for an entire match. Formula E – An all-electric, single-seater motorsport series. Healthy Waters Alliance – A joint initiative between World Rowing and WWF to protect freshwater ecosystems.  SOME FACTS: “Sportswashing” – The practice of an organization, a government, etc. supporting sport or organizing sports events as a way to improve its reputation.European Climate Pact (2024) – The 2016 Rio Olympics released 3.6 million tons of CO2, while the 2018 Russia World Cup released 2.16 million tons – equivalent to the emissions of 465,000+ cars on the road for a year. BBC (2025) – Next year's World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico is set to be "the most climate-damaging" in the tournament's history, driven by air travel and a significant increase in the number of matches. European Climate Pact (2024) – Half of the former Winter Olympic host cities could be unable to sponsor winter games by 2050, due to a lack of snow and ice.BBC (2023) – The Alps in northwest Switzerland experienced temperatures of 20.9C over Christmas and New Year.New Scientist (2024) – By 2100, one in eight ski resorts worldwide could have no snow.Green Football – 100,000 tonnes of sportswear ends up in UK landfills annually – enough for 2,500 pieces per person in a packed Wembley stadium. The Guardian (2025) – Tennis fans faced the hottest start to Wimbledon on record this year as temperatures soared to 32C.US Open (2018) – The US Tennis Association implemented an ‘extreme heat policy' to allow players periodic breaks during high temperatures.ScienceNews (2023) – Climate change has caused more than 500 home runs since 2010. World Athletics (2022) – 75% of athletes have experienced a direct negative impact from climate change on their health and performance.Rapid Transition Alliance (2020) – One in three British Open golf courses will be damaged by rising sea levels.Politico (2016) – Trump tried to build a sea wall to protect one of his golf courses from “global warming and its effects.”Olympics (2024) – The Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024 achieved a 54.6% reduction in carbon emissions compared to previous editions. Thank you for listening! Please follow us on social media to join the conversation: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokYou can also now watch us on YouTube.Music: “Just Because Some Bad Wind Blows” by Nick Nuttall, Reptiphon Records. Available at https://nicknuttallmusic.bandcamp.com/album/just-because-some-bad-wind-blows-3Producer: Podshop StudiosHuge thanks to Siobhán Foster, a vital member of the team offering design advice, critical review and organisation that we depend upon.Stay tuned for m...

If you've been out and about around Clare this summer, you might have noticed a very handy little shuttle bus making its way through some of the county's most scenic and historic spots. It's called the Burren and Cliffs of Moher Explorer Shuttle Bus, and it's been ferrying both tourists and locals around to and from the Cliffs of Moher, and around to places like Corofin, Kilfenora, Lisdoonvarna, Ballyvaughan and Miltown Malbay — giving people a chance to explore without needing a car. It's all part of a campaign to promote sustainable travel in the Burren Geopark, support local businesses, and help us all slow down and soak up what's on our doorstep. To tell us a bit more about how it all works, and why it's not just for visitors, Colum McGrath sat down with Siobhán King — she's the Projects Officer for County Clare with Fáilte Ireland.

starring Cyril Cusack and Siobhán McKenna.

Presented by Siobhán Ryan

Siobhan Edwards—Queensland Rose, Deloitte strategist, and proud Cork descendant—on coming from a Rose family and loving Cork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ISME, the Irish SME Association, has welcomed the Summer economic Statement from Government, but said a far greater focus on indigenous enterprise will be required to address the imbalances in the Irish economy between multinational businesses and indigenous enterprise. ISME has warned that Ireland will suffer the worsening effects of ‘Dutch Disease' unless Budget 2026 focuses on scaling indigenous enterprises and helping them export. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Siobhán Ni Ghairbith, Owner of St. Tola's Goats Cheese. PHOTO CREDIT: Arthur A from Pexels

In this emotionally charged episode of Late Lines with Niall, we hear from a heartbroken single mother who discovered drugs in her teenage son's bedroom. After confronting him, he admitted to selling them at school — not to use them — but to make money and ease the financial pressure on their struggling household. The twist? The drugs didn't belong to him… and now, the dealer wants them back — or €2,000 in cash.Faced with the terrifying threat of violence, the mother is torn: should she take out a credit union loan to bail her son out, or report everything to the Gardaí and risk things getting worse?Listeners call in with their takes:

Sally has too much to say to girl's girl Siobhán Gallagher about her pick and our bible, Vanessa Davis' Make Me a Woman (Drawn & Quarterly, 2010). Topics include 90's fashion, Hello Kitty, eating disorders on family sitcoms and more on this slumber party of an episode. Please enjoy Siobhán's terrific book, Full of Myself- a must-read for anyone who is, knows, or would like to know anyone who has ever used a DELIA*S catalog as bedtime reading.  Thank you to our subscribers over at our Patreon, you can enjoy 50+ additional episodes at our $5/month level, thank you for listening.

Dr. Siobhán Doyle, historian and curator in the National Museum of Ireland, as well as the author of ‘A History of the GAA in 100 Objects'

On Monday's Morning Focus, it was time again for our Arts Slot with County Art's Officer Siobhán Mulcahy. Siobhán provided our listeners with all the details of this week's live events for entertainment lovers in the Banner County. This week, Siobhán told us about Ailish Malone in Kilkee, Tulla Music Festival , Riches of Clare Concerts and much more.

RUGBY: Ireland 2nd row Siobhán McCarthy with Galway Bay FM's William Davies ahead of the 2025 World Cup

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Ar an gclár seo, labhair Siobhán Ní Thuairisg linn faoin scéim 'Malartú Beochana Dúchasach Wellington-Gaillimh 2025' idir Éirinn agus an Nua-Shéalainn a bhuaigh sí i mbliana agus a seal sa Nua-Shéalainn. Chomh maith leis sin, chualamar ó Chlár Ní Bhuachalla ó Ghaeltacht COBÁC faoi na folúntais atá acu do theagascóirí Gaeilge faoi láthair!

Demography is the study of human populations, while demographics refer to the characteristics of a population like age, gender, ethnicity, income, education, health. These traits both influence – and are influenced by – the climate crisis. In this episode, James and Daisy speak with John Elkington, a world authority on corporate responsibility and sustainable capitalism. Together they explore the role demographics play in shaping our climate future. What role do older generations play in shaping – or resisting – climate action? Will immigration become the main driver of population growth? How should demographic shifts inform climate solutions?SOME RECOMMENDATIONS: Rewilding Markets – John Elkington's blog on how we can design - and redesign - markets to meet tomorrow's needs.Hannah Ritchie (2025) – A data-led blog showing that while the generational divide in belief and concern about climate change is small, the differences are slightly greater when it comes to views on how to address it.Project Drawdown – Family planning and education could reduce carbon dioxide equivalent emissions by nearly 70 gigatons by 2050.Our World in Data – In 1800, the global population was 1 billion. It's now over 8 billion. The UN projects that the global population will peak in 2086 at just over 10.4 billion people.OTHER ADVOCATESAND RESOURCES:Green Swans (2020) – John Elkington's twentieth book, a manifesto for system change designed to serve people, planet, and prosperity.IPAT Equation – I = P × A × T – Developed by Paul Ehrlich and John Holdren in 1972 to describe how impact (I) or environmental change is a function of population size (P), affluence (A), and technology (T).The Conduit (2025) – By 2050, Spain will have 8 million fewer working-age people, so it is issuing work permits to 900,000 undocumented migrants. The Bank of Spain estimated that immigration contributed a fifth of the near 3% GDP growth between 2022 and 2024.BBC (2019) – France spends more public money on families than any other OECD country. Its benefits include a ‘birth grant' of around €950, followed by monthly child benefit and diverse family allowances, income tax reductions and state-subsidised day-care.BBC (2024) – A 2021 survey of 10,000 people aged 16 to 25 found that more than 40% of respondents in Australia, Brazil, India and the Philippines said climate change made them hesitant about having children. In France, Portugal, the UK and the US the figure was between 30% and 40%. In Nigeria it was 23%.Ingka Young Leaders Forum – A global youth advisory council where Ingka Group's senior decision-makers and the Young Leaders Forum members co-create actionable and transformational strategies together. Ingka Group is the largest IKEA franchisee. edie (2021) – At COP26, the Body Shop explored how a youth council could ensure that younger generations had their voices and issues heard by decision makers.SOME FACTS: United Nations (2017) – The population of Nigeria is projected to surpass that of the United States by about 2050, at which point it would become the third largest country in the world.UN ECA (2024) – Globally, more than 1 in 4 people will be African in 2050, from 1 in 11 in 1960.European Commission (2023) – By 2060, Europeans over the age of 65 could account for 39% of the region's total emissions.Thank you for listening! Please follow us on social media to join the conversation: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokYou can also now watch us on YouTube.Music: “Just Because Some Bad Wind Blows” by Nick Nuttall, Reptiphon Records. Available at https://nicknuttallmusic.bandcamp.com/album/just-because-some-bad-wind-blows-3Producer: Podshop StudiosHuge thanks to Siobhán Foster, a vital member of the team offering design advice, critical review and organisation that we depend upon.Stay tuned for more insightful discussions on navigating the transition away from fossil fuels to a sustainable future.

Presented by Siobhán Ryan.

On Monday's Morning Focus, it was time again for our Arts Slot with County Art's Officer Siobhán Mulcahy. Siobhán provided our listeners with all the details of this week's live events for entertainment lovers in the Banner County. This week, Siobhán told us about Tom Tuohy and the Teabags in Doolin, The Wild Robot, Ana Colomer's Exhibition in Scariff and much more.

ASOS customers have reported receiving emails saying their accounts will be deactivated as part of a crackdown on “serial returners”. Siobhán Maguire, consumer journalist, explained all.

Mír rialta le ball de na Gardaí sa chontae ag plé a dhéanamh ar eachtraí a tharla le seachtain anuas.

Knitting is having a ‘moment' with new groups popping up around the country with all ages taking part. Siobhan O'Reilly from Siobh Knits has turned her knitting hobby into a business, where she creates hats inspired by public transport.

Lauren Sanchez Bezos debuted her wedding gown on the magazine's front cover, revealing how the top 1% do weddings. With $2 million being spent on the wine and champagne alone, how does this level of wealth translate to everyday terms? Consumer journalist Siobhán Maguire joins us to discuss.

We recorded this week's Tillage Podcast at Crops and Technology. Jack Kennedy hosts with John Spink and Dermot Forristal from Teagasc and Gary Abbott, Peter Thomas Keaveney, Stephen Robb and Siobhán Walsh from the Irish farmers Journal. They talk about the event, the machinery, AgNav and advances in technology.Later in the show we hear and interview with Minister for Agriculture Martin Heydon recorded from the research fields in Oak Park. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Monday's Morning Focus, it was time again for our Arts Slot with County Art's Officer Siobhán Mulcahy. Siobhán provided our listeners with all the details of this week's live events for entertainment lovers in the Banner County. This week, Siobhán told us about Drama in Kilkee, the Vadaleur Festival, Riches of Clare Concerts in Ennis and much more.

The much-anticipated Clarecastle Regatta is set to return on Sunday, the 22nd of June, promising a spectacular day of family entertainment down at the quay from 1:30pm until evening. This year's regatta offers something for everyone, with continuous music throughout the day, vintage car display, market stalls, curragh race, boat rides, hanging tough, face painting and a variety of food ensuring no one goes hungry. To find out more on this, Alan Morrissey was joined by Siobhán Purcell, Committee co-chair of Clarecastle Regatta. PHOTO CREDIT: Clarecastle Regatta

Maura Fay, RTÉ reporter and Siobhán Buckley, Principal of Presentation National School in Millstreet

Tá Snámh Ciúin ar bun i Linn Snámh Chúil Aodha do dhaoine le riachtanaisí céadfach agus teaghlaigh.

Expleo, the global technology, engineering and consulting service provider, and Comit, the tech specialist PR and communications agency, have announced that they have won a Marketing Excellence Award at this year's Tech Excellence Awards. The companies were recognised by a judging panel of tech industry peers for their work on Expleo's Business Transformation Index (BTI). For six years, Expleo and Comit have collaborated on the BTI, an annual market study that provides insights into the business, technology and transformation plans and successes of some of Ireland's largest enterprises. The companies were recognised for the impact that the report - and accompanying PR and marketing campaign - has had on Expleo's brand profile and customer growth. Expleo and Comit were selected from a shortlist of six entries for the Marketing Excellence Award. They were announced at a prestigious awards ceremony, hosted by Mediateam, held in the Royal Marine Hotel, Dun Laoghaire. Sorcha Cunningham, head of publishing and digital, The Sunday Times, presented the award. The sixth edition of the Business Transformation Index will launch on 12th June 2025. The report explores opportunities and challenges facing enterprises in Ireland in 2025, including economic resilience, AI, DEI, talent and cybersecurity. Siobhán Smith, global brand & communications director, Expleo, said: "When the Expleo brand was born six years ago, we identified a gap in the market for a report like the BTI. Business leaders were starved of Irish data around transformation programmes and the challenges and opportunities therein. The report's impact has grown exponentially since then, as it helps enterprises to benchmark their progress against others, share knowledge and learnings within Irish industry, while also elevating the Expleo brand. "At Expleo, we are known for being a reliable partner with bold ambitions. The BTI's success, underlined by this award, highlights how this PR and marketing campaign is positioning Expleo as a real challenger in transformation services. We are proud to celebrate its impact with the hugely talented team in Comit." Allan Chapman, managing director, Comit, said: "At Comit, we have been helping technology companies to grow for almost 30 years. This award is a testament to the impact that we have on clients' businesses and our dedication to helping them to achieve their goals. "The BTI is a standout campaign because of the trust and openness between our teams. We are constantly inspired by Expleo and their drive to lead conversations, which is what makes them such a remarkable partner. This is an award that is as much about partnership as it is about marketing excellence and I am incredibly proud of our team for their role in it." See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Siobhán O'Grady, Ukraine Bureau Chief with The Washington Post, discusses Russian President Vladimir Putin's warning that he will respond to Ukraine's attack on Russian airfields.

Mír rialta le ball den Gharda Síochána sa chontae le heolas agus comhairle don phobal agus cur síos ar eachtraí éagsúla a tharla sa chontae le seachtain anuas.

On Monday's Morning Focus, it was time again for our Arts Slot with County Art's Officer Siobhán Mulcahy. Siobhán provided our listeners with all the details of this week's live events for entertainment lovers in the Banner County. This week, Siobhán told us about Drama in Kilkee, The Attic Sessions in Doolin, Killaloe Music Festival and much more.

Following two group victories, Galway prepare to defend their TG4 Connacht senior ladies football title on Sunday (25th May 2025) when they meet Mayo. It's a repeat of last year's decider which saw Andrea Trill get a late winner for the Tribeswomen.  But Mayo were champions in 2023 when they ran out seven point winners. The winners will seed an All-Ireland championship group containing Donegal and Tipperary, two sides Galway beat in the league.  The runners-up must negotiate Cork and the Munster champions (Kerry or Waterford) to try and reach the quarter-finals. Leading up to the game, Galway manager Daniel Moynihan has been chatting to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly. == Sarah Ní Loingsigh, Chellene Trill, Louise Ward, Olivia Divilly, Róisín Leonard and Lynsey Noone all come back into the Galway team for their Connacht Senior Final against Mayo. The team in full: Dearbhla Gower in goal; A full back line of Bronagh Quinn, Sarah Ní Loingsigh and captain Kate Geraghty; Hannah Noone, Nicola Ward and Chellene Trill are the half backs; Louise Ward partners Siobhán Divilly in midfield; Olivia Divilly, Kate Thompson and Ailbhe Davoren are on the '40; And an inside line of Lynsey Noone, Róisín Leonard and Kate Slevin. == Mayo have made two changes to the team that started last time out, with Ella Brennan and Saoirse Lally replacing Annie Gough and Suzanne Tuohy.  Mayo: J Gawalkiewicz; L Wallace, N O'Malley, C Durkan; S El Massry, D Caldwell (capt.), E Brennan; H Reape, C Whyte; A McDonnell, S Lally, C Doherty; E Murray, K Sullivan, S Walsh.  Throw-in at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park, Castlebar on Sunday is 1pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

Siobhán O'Grady, Ukraine bureau chief for the Washington Post

Last month, we were joined by Siobhán Hogan, who was making an important plea. The Corofin native had issued a public plea for her uilleann pipes, which were taken from her car in either Ennis, Limerick or Gort over Easter Weekend, to be returned to her. The incident had caused particular distress to Siobhán as it coincided with the death of her brother Michael who passed away at University Hospital Limerick on Good Friday after spending 16 days on a ventilator. We have good news to report on this story, as Siobhán's pipes have been returned! To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by Siobhán Hogan

On Monday's Morning Focus, it was time again for our Arts Slot with County Art's Officer Siobhán Mulcahy. Siobhán provided our listeners with all the details of this week's live events for entertainment lovers in the Banner County. This week, Siobhán told us about Paul McMahon in Kilkee, Barry Wrafter in Scariff, The Killaloe Concert and much more...

Clare has the third-highest rate of business closures so far this year. An analysis of data from the Companies Registration Office by business utility consultancy procure.ie has found that the Banner County has had 60.2 closures per 100,000 businesses in the first three months of 2025. A total of 77 businesses have ceased trading here since January 1st, with Dublin and Louth being the only counties with a higher closure rate. Owner of St Tola Goat Cheese and Irish Small and Medium Enterprise Association National Council member, Siobhán Ní Ghairbith, says staffing is one of the greatest challenges.

Siobhán O'Grady, Ukraine bureau chief for the Washington Post

Siobhán Curran, Head of Policy and Advocacy at Trócaire discusses new report showing the Ireland is the 14th largest country in terms of fossil fuel investment by manager location.

Siobhán O'Grady, Ukraine Bureau Chief for the Washington Post, discusses the latest developments in the Russia-Ukraine war after US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met in the Vatican.

The Sugababes started their music career together in 1998 but, after Siobhán left the band in 2001, it wasn't until 2019 that Mutya, Keisha and Siobhán came back together as the Sugababes. All three members joined Nuala McGovern to celebrate the release of their brand new single, Jungle, and their biggest ever UK and Ireland tour.Five years on from the first Covid lockdown, what can be done to support the 200,000 ‘Lockdown babies' born when lockdown was at its most restrictive, between 23 March and 4 July 2020? Nuala was joined by Nicola Botting, Professor of Developmental Disorders at City St George's, University of London, Jane Harris, CEO of Speech and Language UK, and mum of three, Frankie Eshun.Broadcaster June Sarpong co-founded the Women Inspiration and Enterprise Network and in 2019 was appointed the first BBC Director of Creative Diversity. She joined Nuala to discuss her biography of Una Marson, the poet, playwright, feminist and activist who made history as the first black female broadcaster at the BBC.A new book Abortion – A History, gives the long view of ending pregnancy. From ancient Greece to Roe v Wade, Mary Fissell charts changing practices of and attitudes towards abortion. She joined Nuala in the Woman's Hour studio to explain why she wrote the book and what she has learned.Work has started on a home extension and renovation that is being built and designed entirely by women. In an industry facing huge labour shortages, women remain a minority in construction, only making up 15% of the industry and only 1% of those in manual, skilled roles. Nuala was joined by the project's lead, Kat Parsons and builder, Yas Poole.Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Annette Wells Editor: Laura Northedge

The Sugababes started their music career together in 1998 but, after Siobhán left the band in 2001, it wasn't until 2019 that Mutya, Keisha and Siobhán came back together as the Sugababes. All three members join Nuala McGovern to celebrate the release of their brand new single, Jungle, just as they get ready for their biggest ever UK and Ireland tour – which kicks off in Leeds next month. To mark the 30th anniversary of The Women's Prize, Woman's Hour is hearing from writers who have been longlisted in fiction and non-fiction this year, along with previous winners. Today Nuala talks to 2025 longlisted non-fiction author Kate Summerscale about her book The Peepshow: The Murders at 10 Rillington Place, and to Kamila Shamsie, whose novel Home Fire won the 2018 Women's Prize for Fiction. Both books examine crime and punishment, and what happens when politicians and the media become involved in criminal justice.A new book Abortion – A History, gives the long view of ending pregnancy. From ancient Greece to Roe v Wade, Mary Fissell charts changing practices of and attitudes towards abortion. Mary, who is Professor in the History of Medicine at John Hopkins University in the US, joins Nuala in the Woman's Hour studio to explain why she wrote the book and what she has learned. Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Laura Northedge