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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 192 | Founded | 10 months ago |
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Germany’s far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) has claimed the largest share of the vote in elections in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt.
New data centres could be offered lower gas connections if they agree to have their supply interrupted du... more
Ireland was one of only two European countries to increase spending on foreign aid last year, with €1.9 billion spent on official development assistance.
The government has defended public transport fares rises, coming in January, saying it will hel... more
Bus and train fares are to increase by an average of 15% under new measures to be announced on Thursday.
There has been a steady increase in the number of childcare providers under investigation for possible overcharging of parents since 2024.
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The battle to keep global heating from passing the agreed 1.5 degree threshold has been lost, United Nations (UN) environment chiefs have conceded.
More than half of primary school pupils and two-thirds of secondary students refused to go to school ... more
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A concise morning news brief that aggregates Irish and international headlines with on-the-ground reporting from correspondents across cities. Episodes routinely blend politics, policy shifts, economic updates, and social issues with human-interest perspectives from local residents and stakeholders. The show stands out for its teamwork between a small core of hosted leadership and a rotating roster of expert guests, reporters, and sector-specific commentators, delivering timely context on current events and policy developments. Potential listeners include professionals seeking quick, reliable updates and deeper context on how policy changes affect business, government, and everyday life, with regular coverage of topics like housing, infrast... more
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