Newstalk Breakfast

It’s time for "Did You See”. Where we take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Ger Howlin Public Affairs Consultant and Irish Times Columnist.

Duration:00:08:01

EU-Mercosur trade deal comes into effect

The trade deal between the EU and the Mercosur countries of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay has come into effect provisionally from today, which means that all trade between the blocs will be under the terms agreed in the deal, even though the approval process hasn’t been completed in the European Parliament. Speaking to Anton this morning was Francie Gorman President of the Irish Farmers Association.

Duration:00:04:40

Why do a third of Gen Z think they’re psychic?

Can you see into the future? If not, maybe you're just too old. A new survey has found a third of Gen Z claim to have had twice as many psychic moments as Boomers. An interesting chat on this with Anton and Brendan Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin.

Duration:00:04:58

Bohemian Football Club strategy to help communities build their own economy

Bohemian Football Club will this week launch a new strategy to help communities in Dublin own more of the local economy, with support from President Catherine Connolly and former President Mary Robinson. The strategy is based on the belief that the economy should work better for people. Anton spoke to Sean McCabe, Head of Climate Justice and Sustainability at Bohemians Football Club.

Duration:00:04:36

A look ahead to the upcoming by-elections in Galway West and Dublin Central

Candidates have until midday today to register for the by-elections in Galway West and Dublin central. Polling will take place on the 22nd of May with a number of interesting candidates already announcing they have registered for candidacy including Gerry ‘The Monk’ Hutch. For a look ahead to these by elections Anton spoke to Paul Hosford, Political Correspondent, The Irish Examiner .

Duration:00:05:12

Making a welcoming home for visiting guests!

The bank holiday weekend means lots of visits from friends and family. So what should you be doing to make your guest feel comfortable during their stay. Basic toiletries, flowers and perhaps a blanket for the dog are what some of you provide while others might just stretch to changing the sheets. To navigate this we werejoined by Noel Cunningham Author of “Guide to Modern Manners” and Ambassador to Harvey's point.

Duration:00:06:41

Many people likely to be paying too much for health insurance

Thousands of people who took out entry-level health insurance plans to avoid penalties have been warned that they are likely to be paying way over the odds for their cover. We get advice and guidance on this with Dermot Goode, Health Insurance Expert with healthinsuranceireland.ie.

Duration:00:04:08

John Simpson on the latest in the Middle East War

Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump discussed the war in Iran and floated a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine in a phone call on Wednesday. This comes as US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth denied the conflict has become a quagmire in his testimony before the House of Representatives All to discuss with John Simpson The BBC's World Affairs Editor.

Duration:00:04:45

Mental Health Bill passes Oireachtas

The new Mental Health Bill has been given final approval by the Dáil and sent to the President for signing. Speaking to Jonathan this morning was John Farrelly Mental Health Commission Chief Executive.

Duration:00:06:33

Reaction to the ESRI research on energy poverty

Some 14% of Irish households in 2024 said they were unable to afford adequate warmth or pay energy bills in full, according to a new report from the Economic and Social Research Institute. Speaking to Jonathan was Sinn Fein’s spokesperson on housing and TD for Dublin Midwest Eoin O’Broin.

Duration:00:07:01

Concerns holiday bookings are down 20%

Holiday bookings are down 20% due to the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the fuel crisis. That’s according to Tom Randles, President of the Irish Travel Agents Association, who spoke to Jonathan this morning.

Duration:00:04:35

Did You See?

It’s time for "Did You See”. Where we take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Jonathan this morning was Alex White Senior Counsel, Director General of the IIEA, Chair of the Climate Change Advisory Council and former Minister.

Duration:00:09:59

Submissions close tomorrow for Dublin Litter Management Plan

Submissions close tomorrow for people to give feedback on Dublin City Council’s Litter Management Plan to help clean the capital’s streets. Jonathan discusses further with Ray McAdam, Dublin’s Lord Mayor, and Fine Gael candidate in Dublin Central.

Duration:00:05:31

78,000 Irish people have coeliac disease but are undiagnosed

It has emerged that around 78,000 people in Ireland have coeliac disease but are undiagnosed. While there is no cure, coeliac disease can be treated by following a strict gluten-free diet. Speaking to Jonathan to discuss further was Registered Dietician with eatwell.ie, Sarah Keogh.

Duration:00:03:56

ESRI report on energy poverty

More than one in ten households cannot afford a warm home or their energy bills. That’s according to a new report from the Economic and Social Research Institute. To discuss the findings we heard from Dr Miguel Tovar Reaños, Senior Research Officer, ESRI.

Duration:00:04:33

Police are treating the stabbing of two men in north London as terrorism

Police are treating the stabbing of two men in north London as terrorism, with the suspect described as hunting for anyone “visibly Jewish” to attack. For the latest on this Jonathan spoke to London Based Journalist Vincent McAviney.

Duration:00:05:26

The AI covers of Irish folk songs amassing millions of streams

Have you been noticing accounts posting AI covers of Irish folk songs. AI generated “artists” such as Sonara and Delta Ash have amassed hundreds of thousands of followers, and millions of streams. But how do they work? Are they making money? and most importantly are we looking at the future of music? All to chat with Fiachna Ó Braonáin, of The Hothouse Flowers.

Duration:00:04:19

The European Commission has issued a finding against Meta

The European Commission has issued a finding against US Tech Giant Meta for allegedly failing to prevent children under 13 from using Instagram and Facebook. If these findings are confirmed, it could potentially lead to fines of up to 6% of its total worldwide turnover. We get the latest with Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish Independent.

Duration:00:05:07

Social Democrats are seeking to reform reproductive rights in Ireland

Nearly eight years since the Eighth Amendment was passed. The Social Democrats are seeking to reform reproductive rights in Ireland, including removing the mandatory three-day wait period before you get an abortion. To discuss further Anton spoke to Holly Cairns, Social Democrats Leader and Cork South-West TD.

Duration:00:10:23

Government prepares to announce its fuel support scheme