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2025/11/05
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2026/02/06
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A morning news update from The Irish Times. Our top stories five days a week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Sever weather warnings issued for 18 counties, and today's other top stories
2026/02/06
The Irish Times wants to hear listener feedback on our two news podcasts In The News and Early Edition. This survey is open to anyone who has listened to either In The News or Early Edition- whether you listen regularly, occasionally, or have listened in the past. This survey should take around 3-5 minutes to complete. All responses are anonymous. Thank you. Severe weather warnings have been issued by Met Éireann, and the National Emergency Coordination Group has recommended people in Dublin, Louth, Wicklow and Waterford work from home if they can. A man in his eighties has died, and several have been injured, after a bus hit pedestrians in Dublin city centre. A new poll for The Irish Times suggests two thirds of voters would support the addition of a right to housing in the Irish constitution. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under pressure over his decision to appoint Peter Mandelson as the UK’s Ambassador to Washington. And are the days of hybrid working numbered?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Landlord ‘traumatised’ after tenants left him €20k in arrears, and today's other top stories
2026/02/05
The Irish Times wants to hear listener feedback on our two news podcasts In The News and Early Edition. This survey is open to anyone who has listened to either In The News or Early Edition- whether you listen regularly, occasionally, or have listened in the past. This survey should take around 3-5 minutes to complete. All responses are anonymous. Thank you. A Cork man who had to move in with family after his overholding tenant failed to pay rent for more than a year has described his experience as a landlord as “traumatic”. The latest Irish Times Ipsos B&A opinion poll spells good news for Taoiseach Micheál Martin, but lukewarm results the government coalition, and the main opposition party Sinn Féin. The standard approach of most European governments to the constant attacks coming from Elon Musk has been to ignore the online rants of the tech billionaire. French diplomats have decided to take a different approach. Ireland kicks off its Six Nations campaign with its first game against France. It’s the first time in the modern era that a Six Nations game has been held on a Thursday; avoiding a clash with the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics in Italy. Presented by Aideen Finnegan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Gerry Adams civil case reaches London court, and today's other top stories
2026/02/04
The Irish Times wants to hear listener feedback on our two news podcasts In The News and Early Edition. This survey is open to anyone who has listened to either In The News or Early Edition- whether you listen regularly, occasionally, or have listened in the past. This survey should take around 3-5 minutes to complete. All responses are anonymous. Thank you. A crucial pre-trial hearing will take place in a London court today, in the civil action taken against Gerry Adams by three IRA bomb victims. Schools may soon have to state how much money they’ve taken in voluntary contributions, and how the funds are being spent. Met Éireann is warning of heavy rainfall tomorrow, while the National Emergency Co-ordination Group says Thursday will be the real ‘pinch-point’ in terms of flood risk. Upgrading your home to a warmer, more energy efficient one is more accessible after new grants were announced last week. But it’s still an investment worth thousands of euro, so Joanne Hunt is running a cost-benefit analysis to see if it’s worth it. And on World Cancer Day, Róisín Ingle is writing about how she can forget she’s living with the disease... apart from the day before her quarterly CT and bone scan results. That’s when she allows herself to wonder... Presented by Aideen Finnegan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Clintons to testify at Epstein investigation, and today's other top stories
2026/02/03
A selection of top stories from The Irish Times: Bill and Hillary Clinton have notified the US congress they will testify in the Epstein investigationAlleged rape victims in Ireland may no longer have their counselling records presented at the trial of their alleged abuserMore weather warnings for heavy rain in counties Louth, Dublin, Wicklow, Carlow, Kilkenny, Wexford, Cork and WaterfordGambling addiction is a "biologically driven brain disease"New regulations for scramblers to be presented to cabinet this week Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Taoiseach urges caution over standing up to Donald Trump, and today's other top stories.
2026/02/02
A selection of top stories from The Irish Times. The Taoiseach urges caution over the EU standing up to Donald Trump in an interview with The Irish Times.Readers ask whether Ireland should look more toward Canada than the US for leadership.The flooding crisis is expected to continue as further yellow weather warnings are issued for eight countiesTusla expresses concerns over Valerie's Law, legislation to remove guardianship rights from parents convicted of murder.Why are Irish couples having fewer babies? Jen Hogan dives in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Fresh weather warnings for heavy rain, and today's other top stories
2026/01/30
A selection of top stories from The Irish Times. Yellow weather warnings issues for Carlow, Dublin, Kilkenny, Louth, Wexford, Wicklow, Waterford, and all six counties in Northern IrelandSeveral big housing developers threaten legal action against the government over proposed rental reformsIran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps added to the EU's terrorist listThe Lord of the Dance will go ahead in Dublin next week, and Michael Flatley will be involvedPat Kenny signs off the last of his daily radio shows, moving to only weekends Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Counties affected by flooding brace for more rain, and today's other top stories
2026/01/29
The Irish Times wants to hear listener feedback on our two news podcasts In The News and Early Edition. This survey is open to anyone who has listened to either In The News or Early Edition- whether you listen regularly, occasionally, or have listened in the past. This survey should take around 3-5 minutes to complete. All responses are anonymous. Thank you. A yellow weather warning is in place again today for counties Carlow, Kilkenny, Wexford, Wicklow, Waterford and Dublin, as the cleanup continues following Storm Chandra. Yesterday the Minister for Housing James Browne criticised Met Éireann over its flood warning protocols. Climate and science correspondent Caroline O’Doherty explains why that’s not a fair charge. We have had a huge reaction to Jen Hogan’s feature on the rise of women having babies in their 40s. Today Cliff Taylor analyses some of the economic forces driving the 21 percent increase in ten years. And Ciara O’Brien is writing about the smart devices in our homes that are no longer being supported by their manufacturers. Whatever about smart plugs and lightbulbs, thermostats and EV chargers are not the kind of thing consumers should be expected to replace - at considerable cost - every few years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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More mortgages secured last year than in any year since 2008, and today's other top stories
2026/01/28
A selection of top stories from The Irish Times: Dozens of homes and businesses remain under several feet of water following Storm Chandra.Homebuyers took out more mortgages in 2025 than in any year since 2008. The Doomsday Clock reaches 85 seconds to midnight.A government body spent around €60,000 on alcohol at two trade fairs.  A couple who spent years living in their car says its a nightmare renting a pet friendly property.Shamima Begum, the former teenage ISIS bride, is in her last ditch attempt to return to the UK. The Irish Times wants to hear listener feedback on our two news podcasts In The News and Early Edition. This survey is open to anyone who has listened to either In The News or Early Edition- whether you listen regularly, occasionally, or have listened in the past. This survey should take around 3-5 minutes to complete. All responses are anonymous. Thank you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Cabinet to approve Patrick's Day White House plans, and today's other top stories
2026/01/27
The Irish Times wants to hear listener feedback on our two news podcasts In The News and Early Edition. This survey is open to anyone who has listened to either In The News or Early Edition- whether you listen regularly, occasionally, or have listened in the past. This survey should take around 3-5 minutes to complete. All responses are anonymous. Thank you. Senior ministers are not entertaining suggestions the Taoiseach should boycott the White House this St. Patrick’s Day. Pat Leahy writes the cabinet is expected to sign off on their annual programme at their weekly meeting. Other items on the agenda include the widening of eligibility criteria for homeowners who can qualify for retrofits. A Cork farmer will allege in the High Court this morning that armed gardaí twice used a Taser on him during the raid of his farm in December 2015, and that he was “unlawfully assaulted and battered and falsely imprisoned” by them. US president Donald Trump has he’s had a “very good call” with the Democratic governor of Minnesota, following the fatal shooting of a second US citizen in the state by immigration agents that has sparked a fierce backlash. Dart+ South West has cost the state 35 million euro, without a single shovel in the ground, nor construction even planned for another four years. Forget your stocks and shares; how about trying to do something positive for the environment, while earning some money from the land? Fiona Reddan has the lowdown on the state’s various tree incentive schemes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why so many young people denying the holocaust?
2026/01/26
A selection of top stories from The Irish Times: What do teachers think is behind the alarming number of young people denying the holocaust?Could hybrid working tackle traffic congestion on routes into Dublin?How many special advisors does the government have, and how much do they cost?Where can you buy a lunch in Dublin for less than €5? The Irish Times wants to hear listener feedback on our two news podcasts In The News and Early Edition. This survey is open to anyone who has listened to either In The News or Early Edition- whether you listen regularly, occasionally, or have listened in the past. This survey should take around 3-5 minutes to complete. All responses are anonymous. Thank you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Zelensky slams Europe's 'inaction' in Davos
2026/01/23
A selection of top stories from The Irish Times. Volodymyr Zelensky had strong words for Europe, and is said to have agreed security guarantees from Donald Trump.Desperately needed flood defences in Clontarf on Dublin's north side are delayed again.Adults with ADHD tell The Irish Times of their struggles with addiction.The health minister criticised dentists who offer Botox.An Irishman is on the cusp of breaking the world record for the longest hike barefoot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Donald Trump claims "really good deal" done over Greenland, and today's other top stories
2026/01/22
As expected, Donald Trump brought the drama in Davos yesterday. Today EU leaders meet for an emergency summit in Brussels, where they’ll have to figure out what Greenland deal was done between the US president and the head of Nato in their absence. Ellen Coyne has been canvassing opinions on an Australia style social media ban for under 16s here, and how it might work. Over 500 people have had their say on proposed active travel scheme for the town of Skerries in north Co. Dublin. Olivia Kelly reports the vast majority of submissions to a public consultation show utter dismay at the plans for protected bike lanes, fewer car parking spaces and a one way system for part of the town. And Emer McLysaght absolutely loves living alone, except for one completely terrifying prospect which plagues others like her. Presented by Aideen Finnegan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Trump's speech in Davos amid chaos over Greenland, and today's other top stories.
2026/01/21
As we head into the New Year, The Irish Times wants to hear listener feedback on our two news podcasts; In The News and our more recently released sister podcast Early Edition. This survey is open to anyone who has listened to either In The News or Early Edition- whether you listen regularly, occasionally, or have listened in the past. This survey should take around 3-5 minutes to complete. All responses are anonymous. Thank you! A selection of top stories from The Irish Times: Donald Trump is to speak to the World Economic Forum in Davos following fresh tariffs over his desire to take control of Greenland.An alarming number of Irish people believe the Holocaust is a mythTusla defends itself in the High Court over its failure to give two children places in a secure unit.Still no screening for babies with Spinal Muscular Atrophy, two years after it was promised.The Irish language is to play a key role in Ireland's EU presidency.And a Dublin TD says restaurants shouldn't charge the same corkage fee for non-alcoholic drinks as it does for alcoholic drinks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Garda who assaulted his wife was 'allowed to flourish' in An Garda Síochána
2026/01/20
As we head into the New Year, The Irish Times wants to hear listener feedback on our two news podcasts; In The News and our more recently released sister podcast Early Edition. This survey is open to anyone who has listened to either In The News or Early Edition- whether you listen regularly, occasionally, or have listened in the past. This survey should take around 3-5 minutes to complete. All responses are anonymous. Thank you! A former garda who was assaulted by her ex-husband says she will handcuff herself to the gates of Leinster House if he is allowed to keep his job in An Garda Síochána. In an interview with The Irish Times, Margaret Loftus says Trevor Bolger was able to exert power and influence over her right up until the point of sentencing. As the EU considers how to respond to Donald Trump’s threats to take Greenland, Cliff Taylor observes any form of retaliation will be bad news for Ireland’s economy. Colin Howell walked into a Co. Derry police station in 2009 and confessed to the murder of his wife and his lover’s husband. Now Freya McClements reports audio of that confession is to be made public for the very first time. And the sika deer has been added to a list of invasive species that shouldn’t be in the EU. Caroline O’Doherty explains Ireland will now have to come up with a national strategy to cull the breed, which is a major pest in parts of the country. Presented by Aideen Finnegan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Surge in Irish deportations from United States, and today's other top stories
2026/01/19
As we head into the New Year, The Irish Times wants to hear listener feedback on our two news podcasts; In The News and our more recently released sister podcast Early Edition. This survey is open to anyone who has listened to either In The News or Early Edition- whether you listen regularly, occasionally, or have listened in the past. This survey should take around 3-5 minutes to complete. All responses are anonymous. Thank you! The number of Irish people being deported from the US amid Donald Trump’s hardline immigration crackdown has surged, writes Martin Wall. An Irish citizen, who went back to his native Russia to visit family last August, has been in custody ever since and risks being sent to a forced labour camp, writes Órla Ryan. The Dublin rioters: Conor Gallagher on who are they and what 82 prosecutions have told us about those involved on the night of November 23rd 2023. John Fitzgerald, the professor at the Economic and Social Research Institute, has spoken of the time he unexpectedly ended up at a cabinet subcommittee in 1983 much to the surprise of his father, the then Taoiseach Garrett Fitzgerald. And somehow John manages to link this amusing anecdote to the controversial Mercosur deal. And Rachel O’Dwyer has written a deeply touching article today where she takes issue with the film Hamnet being described disparagingly as “grief porn.” Presented by Aideen Finnegan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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