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Presented by Anton Savage, a seasoned broadcaster and communications expert, this show has everything you need – and want – to know first thing each morning, brought to you with insight, intelligence and wit.
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How are aircrafts tackling the wildfires in France and Spain?
4d ago00:06:03Tap to summarizeThis week, firefighters across Europe have been battling strong wildfires from France to Greece. But what is involved in order to get on top of these fires? Pete Hutchison, also known as Pete the Irish Pilot on social media, joined Anton Savage on the show to discuss.
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A near-total eclipse of Ireland is on the way
4d ago00:03:25Tap to summarizeA “once-in-a-generation” solar eclipse is coming this August, and it will be the strongest Ireland has seen since 1999. Leo Enright, Space Commentator, joined us on the show with the details.
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Over half of child car seats fail RSA safety checks
4d ago00:04:27Tap to summarizeOver half of child car seats checked by the Road Safety Authority service were found to be fitted incorrectly in first six months of 2026. Ron Richardson, Lead Checker with The RSA Check and Fit Service joined us on the show.
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Hamas says it has agreed to disarmament in Gaza
4d ago00:07:18Tap to summarizeHamas says it has agreed to its complete disarmament and the withdrawal of Israel from the strip. The agreement was announced by US President Donald Trump but Israel is yet to comment. Fawaz Gerges, Professor of International Relations at London School of Economics and Political Science joined us on the show to discuss.
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UEFA to boycott World Cup if FIFA plans approved
4d ago00:10:06Tap to summarizeFIFA has defended its controversial plan to sell stakes in its competitions, including the World Cup, to private investors. UEFA's 55 member associations have unanimously voted to boycott all FIFA competitions, including the World Cup, if FIFA goes ahead with these plans. Professor of football finance at Liverpool University, Kieran Maguire, joined Anton Savage on the show this morning.
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Bomb-proof van bought ahead of the extradition of Daniel Kanchan
4d ago00:06:16Tap to summarizeThe Irish Prison Service has bought a new bulletproof escort van ahead of Daniel Kinahan’s expected extradition from Dubai. The vehicle will be used to move high-risk prisoners as security preparations intensify. Journalist and Author, Paul Williams joined Anton Savage to discuss.
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Did you see?
4d ago00:08:28Tap to summarizeWe take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent.
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Croagh Patrick’s new immersive experience
4d ago00:04:39Tap to summarizeFor the first time, people who can't physically climb Croagh Patrick can make the journey thanks to a new immersive experience that enables people of every age and ability to experience the holy mountain, and it will officially open today in County Mayo. Senior Project Manager at Mayo North East, Orlagh Denneny joined us on the show this morning.
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Thousands of migrants enter Spanish enclave from Morocco
4d ago00:03:12Tap to summarizeMore than 1,500 migrants, including adults and children, have swum from Morocco to the Spanish enclave of Ceuta in recent days, overwhelming reception centres and border services. Greta Ruffino, Freelance journalist reporting on the story for EuroNews joined Anton Savage on the show.
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Tougher sanctions for government departments that overspend
4d ago00:04:22Tap to summarizeThe Government has signalled a tougher approach to public spending ahead of Budget 2027, with Minister for Public Expenditure Jack Chambers warning that departments exceeding their spending limits will face stronger sanctions. Anton Savage was joined by Dr Emma Howard, Senior Economics Lecturer at TU Dublin, to discuss.
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