Drink Spiking Legislation Could Result In Up To 10 Years In Prison
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Outgoing Minister for Justice Simon Harris is to ask government colleagues not to oppose an amendmen...
Primary School Children To Have Counselling Services For The First Time
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Norma Foley joined The Last Word to discuss a new scheme giving counselling to primary school childr...
How To Treat A Burst Ear Drum
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can you spot a burst ear drum? And if you have one, how would you treat it? On this week's heal...
Why Target And Budweiser Have Been Attacked By Conservatives
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is the sky the limit on spending by the US government? Why are conservatives attacking Budweiser and...
Abused, Pregnant At 15 And Homeless: How Katrina O’Sullivan Survived Her Childhood
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Katrina O'Sullivan is the author of Poor: Grit, Courage and the Life-Changing Value of Self Belief. ...
Sale of Vapes to Under 18s To Be Banned This Summer
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The sale of vaping products to minors is to be banned this summer following cabinet approval, but wh...
The Best Summer Travel Deals Around
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our weekly travel spot continues. There are plenty of last-minute travel deals to be had! Sarah Sla...
Are Insurance Companies Preventing Access To Vital Cancer Drugs?
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Patients could be missing out on cancer drugs due to some companies not paying out for them. Profes...
Is Philip Schofield's TV Career Over?
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Revelations that Philip Schofield Lied About an Affair With a Much Younger Colleague have emerged in...
Munster Beat The Stormers In The URC Final
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Munster made history by winning the URC in Cape Town against The Stormers at the weekend. Liam Tola...
Greystones Parents Ban Smartphones For Primary Kids
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Eight primary schools in Greystones have come together to tackle the mental health issues caused by ...
Who Will Be Relegated On The Final Weekend Of The Premier League?
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined The Last Word to give their relegation predictions for the ...
The Week Trending: Ryan Bids Farewell To Late Late
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Tubridy will host The Late Late Show for the final time after 14 years on air, and Irish Gardaí...
Tina Turner Dies, Age 83
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Music icon Tina Turner has sadly passed away at the age of 83. Dave Hanratty, Host of the No Encore ...
RTÉ Cracks Down On Staff Flights While Flying Patrick Kielty Back And Forth From The UK For Late Late Show
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
RTÉ have issued a request to staff to avoid air travel, despite plans to fly new Late Late host Pat...
5 Years Since Repeal, Where Is Ireland With Abortion Services?
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's 5 years today since Ireland voted to repeal the 8th amendment to the constitution. So what opti...
From Personal EKGs To Blood Pressure Watches: The Latest In Health Tech
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're considering putting some money towards staying healthy this summer, Andy O’Donoghue join...
Surveillance Of Workers’ Habits Shows A Lack Of Trust From Employers, Says FSU
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Should remote workers be concerned about the levels of surveillance they are under from their employ...
Meta To Cut Almost 500 Jobs From It’s Irish Operation
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Meta aka Facebook has announced their third round of job cuts this year. What does this mean for the...
Motorists Prefer A Three Year Insurance Policy Rather Than Annual Renewals
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What difference would a three year motor insurance policy make to driver's pockets? Charlie Weston,...
Eamon Ryan: What Will Ireland’s Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Look Like In The Next Few Years
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Minister Eamon Ryan joined Matt Cooper on The Last Word to give his take on where Ireland stands whe...
Eamon Ryan: Why Is Electricity So Expensive In Ireland And How Do We Lower It
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Minister Eamon Ryan joined Matt Cooper on The Last Word to take your questions. The big question wa...
Eamon Ryan: “We Have To Get Every Single House Converted To Being A Really Well Insulated Home”
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Minister Eamon Ryan joined Matt Cooper on The Last Word to take your questions. Are we where we ne...
Blur Return With First Album In Eight Years
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Iconic British band Blur have announced their first album in eight years, to be released in July. ...
The ‘Black Reagan” Or Another No Hoper? Tim Scott Declares Presidential Candidacy
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
US Senator Tim Scott has announced his bid for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. Cal Th...
Why Hypertension Can Be A Silent Killer
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hypertension, aka high blood pressure, will affect 1 in 4 of us in our life. If left untreated it ca...
Why Are Residential Electricity Prices Up 51% While Wholesale Rates Are Down 40%?
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are we being charged too much for electricity and gas? Figures from the CSO may suggest so. Darragh...
Dramatic La Rochelle Comeback Sinks Leinster In Champions Cup Final
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A one-point defeat for Leinster to La Rochelle over the weekend left both fans and team sorely disap...
Parental Tolerance Of Drinking Is On The Rise, Survey Finds
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
According to research by Planet Youth, parental tolerance of underage drinking has risen between 201...
Awareness Campaign Launched On Consequences Of Threatening To Share Intimate Images
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An awareness campaign has been launched today to highlight that threatening to share intimate images...
The Ultimate Holiday Checklist
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever arrived at the airport or your destination and realised you've forgotten something imp...
Man City Could Be Premier League Champions By Saturday Night
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Will we have a Premier League winner by Saturday night? Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined Th...
The Week Trending: Taoiseach's Partner Apologises For 'Poor Judgement' At Coronation
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar's partner has apologised for posting to social media during the coronation of...
Video Showing Assault On A Teen In Navan Watched Five Million Times By Adults
19 May 2023
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A viral video showing a 14-year-old school boy being violently assaulted in Navan has been watched o...
Antidepressants Found In Irish Rivers
18 May 2023
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A study from DCU has found traces of antibiotics and antidepressants in Irish rivers. John Gibbons, ...
Tánaists Says Ireland More Vulnerable As Military Neutrality To Be Reviewed
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a speech in the Dáil today, Tánaiste & Minister for Defence Micheál Martin gave details of the...
Creating An Outdoor Entertainment Space For Summer
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From the latest in BBQ tech, meat thermometers, oven cameras and outdoor entertainment systems, Andy...
HMV Focuses On Popularity Of Vinyl As It Returns To Dublin
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
HMV is making a return to Ireland seven year after closing it’s last store here. Journalist Aoife ...
98% Chance Temperature Records Will Be Broken In Five Years
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A major international report has predicted that it is probable the world will break the 1.5 degree c...
What To Expect From The New Netflix Doc On Conor McGregor
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is Netflix's new Conor McGregor documentary worth a watch? Elaine Burke joined The Last Word to dis...
Credit Unions Offer Some Of The Lowest Mortgage Rates On The Market
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most wouldn't think of their local Credit Union as the place to get a mortgage, but could it be one ...
1 In 3 Can’t Afford To Make Homes Energy Efficient
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
EU legislation which proposes minimum energy performance standards is being drafted and could preven...
When Cosmetic Procedures Go Wrong
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What should patients know if considering travelling abroad for a cosmetic procedure? Dr. Brian Hig...
Public Sector Parking To Be Phased Out Under New Climate Plan
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Public Section Climate Action Mandate highlights a number of actions to be taken in order to red...
Ronnie O’Sullivan Suffers From Imposter Syndrome Despite Seven World Titles
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Snooker legend Ronnie O'Sullivan joined us on The Last Word to discuss his life, career, and new boo...
BBC Cuts Political Comment From Siobhán McSweeney’s BAFTA Speech
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A political comment made by Derry Girls star Siobhán McSweeney during her BAFTAs acceptance speech ...
Are You Finding It Hard To Source Your Hay Fever Medicine?
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why is it difficult at present to get basic hay fever drugs from pharmacies in Ireland? Irish Pharm...
Thugs Attack Tented Immigrant Camps As Govt Promise 500 New Places For Asylum Seekers
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Footage has been shared online of a group of young men attacking and dismantling a makeshift asylum ...
Is It Too Expensive To Return To Work After Having Kids?
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
According to 2019 data from the CSO, 94% of women in Ireland do not return to work after having kids...
Premier League Top Four Race Continues
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After Everton's win against Briton, Manchester City are in for a much more challenging game against ...
Week Trending: The Irish Obsession With Fake Tan
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
UK police slammed over their treatment of protestors, Ireland's obsession with fake tan, and Trump's...
Where Is It All Going Wrong For Ireland At The Eurovision?
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Following Eurovision disappointment for Ireland in the first of two semi-finals, the question is bei...
A Quarter Of Older Tenants Expect To Be Paying Rent For Life
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A report released by two Irish charities today has shown that up to 1 in 4 older tenants expect to b...
Auction Held For Irish Offshore Wind Farms
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Eirgrid has held an auction for contracts to build offshore Irish wind farms. The Government's curre...
The Latest In Kitchen Tech
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From sous vide cookers to hydroponic gardens, Andy O’Donoghue joined us to discuss the latest in t...
Supermarkets Given Six Weeks To Reduce Prices
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Will today's meeting of the Retail Forum lead to lower prices in our supermarkets? Duncan Graham, ...
Should The TV Licence Be Reduced To Compensate For GAAGo Prices?
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Should the price of GAAGo warrant a reduction in the cost of the TV license? Dick Clerkin, former ...
Jury Finds Donald Trump Guilty Of Sexually Abusing Writer E. Jean Carroll
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Former US President Donald Trump has been found liable for sexually abusing and defaming columnist ...
Most Women Unaware Of Ovarian Cancer Symptoms
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Approximately 300 women die a year in Ireland from ovarian cancer, with a total of approximately 400...
Taking Sides: Britain And The Civil War
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Broadcaster and former politician, Michael Portillo joined The Last Word to discuss his new document...
US With Cal & Marion: Mass Shootings In 2023 Pass The 200 Mark
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It seems there is no end in sight for the United States' epidemic of mass shootings, following anoth...
How Should The Government Surplus Be Spent?
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What should be done with the forecast 'record breaking budget surplus' this year? Dan O’Brien, C...
GAAGO Row Rumbles On: All Football And Hurling Matches Should Be Free To Air Says Tánaiste
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tánaiste Micheal Martin has weighed in on the GAAGO debate by saying that all GAA matches should be...
Secret Deal Allows RAF To Defend Irish Skies
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is the existing deal between Ireland and Britain when it comes to the defense of Irish skies ag...
State To Oppose Application To Pay Gerry Hutch’s Court Costs
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The state plans to oppose Gerry Hutch's bid to have his legal fees covered by the taxpayer after bei...
The Best European Camping Sites For Family Getaways This Summer
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you thinking about a summer holiday? Sarah Slattery joined The Last Word to discuss the best d...
Big Sam's Big Game Against Man City
05 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How will Leeds United fare against Arsenal this Saturday in the Premier League? Mark Lawrenson and...
Calls For Return Of Mortgage Interest Relief
05 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is mortgage interest relief, and will it return later this year? Dr. Ciaran Casey, Economics ...
Late Late Presenter Gig Deemed ‘Toxic’
05 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A number of popular female figures have pulled out of the race for The Late Late Show's high profile...
Ammi Burke's Unfair Dismissal Case Thrown Out of Court
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"The court is horrified that a qualified solicitor would conduct herself in such a manner in this co...
Tech Thursday: Everything You Need for Your Summer Holidays
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Heading away on holiday soon? From the best pair of headphones to get to a bracelet that deters shar...
The Last Word on the Environment: Why Michael D. Higgins Was Right to Criticise Economists
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
John Gibbons joined Matt Cooper for The Last Word on the Environment today to say why he thinks Pres...
"I Just Thought 'I'm About to Die'" Professional Cyclist Seriously Injured in Collision
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The RSA has launched a campaign urging drivers to slow down and look out for cyclists on the road. I...
The Hidden Costs Of Living With Asthma
03 May 2023
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45% of asthma patients have had to forgo their medications due to cost of living pressures. Sarah D...
Should Teenagers As Young As 16 Automatically Pay Their Pension?
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A proposal from the Oireachtas Committee on Social Protection could see workers as young as 16 autom...
Four Supermarkets Cut The Price Of Milk In An Attempt To Help Customers
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the cost of food on the rise worldwide, some supermarkets are lowering the prices of dairy prod...
The Boss Is Back In Town: Springsteen Is Taking Over
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bruce Springsteen is gearing up to play three sold out shows in the RDS this month, the first of whi...
Doonbeg Prepares To Welcome Donald Trump
02 May 2023
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What kind of welcome will Donald Trump receive when he arrives in Doonbeg tomorrow? Cal Thomas, nat...
Is Ireland Ready For The Massive Challenges Posed By Artificial Intelligence?
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Should we be worried about artificial intelligence? Fianna Fáil Senator Malcolm Byrne and Dr. Oisi...
Should Over-The-Counter Codeine Products Become Prescription Only?
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There have been calls for over-the-counter codeine-based drugs to be made available as 'prescription...
The Week Trending: The ‘Denaming’ Of TCD’s Berkeley Library
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Following a review by Trinity College, the university's Berkeley Library is to be renamed. A new nam...
Why The Moon Is Set To Become The Latest Battleground For The World’s Superpowers
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Who is entitled to land on the moon? Tim Marshall, author of The Future of Geography joined The La...
WiFi Wedding Rings & Other Wearable Tech
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard of WiFi wedding rings? Well, Andy O’Donoghue has! He joined The Last Word to discus...
Do Drivers Need To Lose Their Sense Of Entitlement And Look Out For Cyclists?
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Marie Donnelly, Chairperson of the Climate Change Advisory Council has said that car owners have a s...
Who Would Want To Buy Manchester’s Second Club?
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tomorrow is the deadline for the latest round of bids for the ownership of Manchester United FC. Bot...
Use Of Solar Power Boosted By Rise In Temperatures
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The use of solar power has been on the rise in Europe as a result of recent changes in climate. Joh...
Meet The Woman Who Just Landed Meta's Biggest Job In Ireland
26 Apr 2023
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Anne O'Leary has been appointed to a new role as head of Meta's operations in Ireland. Ian Guider ...
Shortage Of Skilled Labour Is Threatening Dublin Businesses
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A shortage of skilled labour is one of the top issues affecting Dublin business, along with poor tra...
Irish Households Charged Highest Electricity Prices In Europe
26 Apr 2023
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Domestic electricity prices in Ireland are currently the highest in Europe. Charlie Weston, Persona...
Stardust Inquiry Opens With Pen Portraits From Victim’s Families
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An inquest into the fire in the Stardust nightclub in Artane, Dublin in 1981 began today. 48 people ...
Guess How Much Profit Irish Companies Combined Made In 2022?
25 Apr 2023
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A grand total of almost €300 billion was earned in profit by registered Irish companies in 2022. ...
Joe Biden Announces 2024 Election Bid
25 Apr 2023
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US President Joe Biden has officially announced his bid for a second term in the White House. An AI ...
How To Spot Celiac Disease And How To Best Manage It
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease which affects about 1 in 100 people in Ireland and the UK. H...
2023 FA Cup Final Will Be A Manchester Derby
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The FA Cup final will be a Manchester derby this year following a close game between Brighton and Ma...
Tucker Carlson And Fox News Part Company
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It has been announced that television host and political commentator Tucker Carlson has parted ways ...
Who Would Become A Guard?
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Will optimistic Garda recruitment targets be fulfilled this year, or are they simply unrealistic? ...
GSOC Officer At Hutch Party Resigns And Is Set To Leave Ireland
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gardaí are set to investigate the unnamed GSOC officer who attended a party with Gerry Hutch last w...
Man United Take On Brighton In FA Cup Semi-Finals
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Lawrenson and Tony Cascarino joined us to give their predictions for this weekend's FA Cup semi...
Fake AI Interview With Michael Schumacher Published By German Magazine
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Schumacher's family is planning legal action against a German magazine that has published a ...
Pray For Our Sinners: The Fight Against Brutal Church Abuse In Ireland
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Director Sinead O'Shea joined us to discuss her new documentary 'Pray For Our Sinners', a film about...