Clare Byrne

Thanks for coming in.

Now, these social media companies, they've been trying to reassure the TDs and Senators at the committee about children's safety online.

And Barry, the representatives from the social media companies, they were asked if their platforms are designed to be addictive.

So what have they said that they're doing about harmful content specifically, Barry?

Well, that hearing is continuing right now, isn't it, Barry?

So I'm sure you'll have more on News Talk as we go throughout the day.

That's our chief reporter, Barry White.

Thank you, Barry.

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US President Donald Trump has said once again that the Iran war will be over quickly.

But on the other battlefront, Israel launched an attack on Beirut last night for the first time since a ceasefire was agreed.

To give us the latest on the conflict in the Middle East, I'm joined by Matt Fry, Channel 4 presenter.

Hello, Matt.

Yes, hello.

How are you, Clare?