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X refuses to come before Oireachtas Media Committee to answer questions on Grok scandal
Following a meeting with X representatives, Minister for AI Niamh Smyth said ‘concerns remain’
On The Journalfood prices
Government criticised for delaying powers forcing grocery sector to reveal costs
An PostCommunications Minister says 'of course' he can't rule out price of a postage stamp going above €2
On The JournalGreenhouse gas emissions
Cabinet approves plan to build more data centres across country
personal responsibilityMedia Minister claims his comments about X and Grok were 'taken out of context' last week
trade off'People assume this is just about beef': Two Irish MEPs argue the pros and cons of Mercosur
The Morning Lead
'I do it to keep myself sane': The politicians shifting gear to tell online trolls where to go
We all know the internet has a dark side, but for politicians, they are confronted with it daily.
protecting sourcesMinister moves to address 'confusion' over laws to seize journalists' phones amid calls for clarity
On The Journalgrok
Media Minister criticised for arguing X is not responsible for child sexual abuse images
On The JournalPress Freedom
‘Sinister’: Serious concerns raised about Bill allowing gardaí to seize journalists’ phones
Child Sexual Abuse MaterialsEnterprise Minister won't leave X like other politicians despite concerns over sexual abuse images
On The JournalCommuter nightmare
Ministers defend M50 toll hike despite mounting criticism it is no longer fit for purpose
On The Journalgrok
'Disgusting': Tánaiste urges anyone impacted by AI-generated sexual abuse to report it to gardaí
international lawGreenland PM says 'don't panic' over Trump's annexation threats, but calls for talks with US
On The JournalInterview
Seán Canney on the Regional Independents in Government: 'Michael Lowry is a wise man'
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Independent Ireland leader Michael Collins: ‘Some people in Leinster House won’t even look at us’
The Independent Ireland leader gave his view on drink driving laws and spoke about how he is in favour of more people holding guns for self-defence.
He also spoke about how he knew that Catherine Connolly was going to win the presidential election from the moment she announced her candidacy, despite his party backing Maria Steen.
Gaza
Sinn Féin may boycott US St Patrick's Day trip again next year
This year the party boycotted the visit in protest over US involvement in the genocide in Gaza.
On The JournalInterview
McDonald on her health, Gerry Hutch, and how there will never be too many tricolours flying
Mary Lou McDonald gave her views on the controversial use of Irish flags by anti-migrant protesters.
Ahead of the Dublin Central by-election, she said the large vote for Hutch last year was an ‘F you’ to government - but not Sinn Féin.
Road Safety Authority
Decision to retain RSA condemned by campaigners, opposition and some within government
The government has been accused of being “deeply unserious” about road safety.
On The JournalThe Morning Lead
Government abandons plan to disband Road Safety Authority in surprise u-turn
Minister of State with responsibility for roads, Sean Canney, said splitting up the organisation would be very costly.
all happening
D-Day in FF: Martin 'absolutely' confident in leadership as TDs to set eyes on Jim Gavin report
A special parliamentary party meeting has been scheduled for tonight.
Presidential ElectionFormer Áras hopeful Gareth Sheridan defends pictures with Russell Brand and Tucker Carlson
Teacher shortgageTeachers' unions renew calls for masters programme to be cut from two years to one
Phone pouchesMajority of €9m set aside for mobile phone 'storage solutions' has been drawn down by schools
On The JournalSecurity
Drones during Zelenskyy visit were an attack by Russia - EU Council President
Water Pollution'Bad day for clean water': EU votes to extend Ireland's nitrates derogation by three years
On The JournalHousing Crisis
Government video on how to cope with moving back in with parents slammed as 'dystopian'
Election PromisesHave kids in creche? They'll probably have grown out of it by time €200 childcare promise happens
Drew Harris accommodationTD demands answers on timeline surrounding when accommodation for Drew Harris was leased by Gardaí
On The JournalFuture Me problem
President Catherine Connolly won't make decision on what to do with salary until new year
Leaders' QuestionsCost of living centre stage in Dáil (again) after Harris says he will be 'Sensible Simon'
On The JournalGood Friday Agreement
Ireland’s journey to peace held up as example for hope as Zelenskyy rounds out visit
