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Apr 1, 2026 • 3min
Are we a nation of lazy cooks?
A quarter of people have forgotten they’ve left a meal in the oven, one third of people have recently burnt food, and half of people have said they tried to pass that burnt food off as intentional.That’s according to a new survey from Currys. So, are we a nation of lazy cooks? Caroline Hennessy, author, broadcaster and food columnist for the Irish Examiner.
Apr 1, 2026 • 4min
How to save money as broadband and mobile prices rise!
For the fourth year in a row, customers of Eir, Sky, Three and Vodafone will see an increase in the price of TV, broadband and phone services. So how can you save money on your bills. Daragh Cassidy, Head of Communications at Bonkers.ie give us advice.
Apr 1, 2026 • 9min
French Senate votes to ban social media for people under 15
France to take a big step towards becoming the first European country to ban social media for children. The French Senate has voted this evening to ban social media for people under 15. We get the latest on this with Alistair Bunkall, Sky News Europe Correspondent.
Apr 1, 2026 • 9min
Trump has launched a tirade against European countries
The US will withdraw from Iran in “two or three weeks”, according to its President Donald Trump. Once this happens, he says, prices will "come tumbling down". Anton discusses this and more with Sean Bell, Former Fighter pilot and now Military Analyst and Co-Host of the Red Matrix podcast.
Apr 1, 2026 • 5min
A call for free public transport!
Independent Ireland South MEP Michael McNamara has called for free public transport in Ireland. Arguing it would help households cope with rising costs linked to the Middle East conflict and the ongoing energy crisis. Michael discussed further with Anton this morning.
Apr 1, 2026 • 5min
Simon Harris unveils tax friendly savings and investment plan
With brand new incentive to invest their money, what do Irish consumers need to be aware of before they take the leap? John Lowe, Founder of Money Doctors.ie brings us all the advice.
Apr 1, 2026 • 10min
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 Anton this morning was Sinead O’Carroll, Editor of the Journal.ie.
Apr 1, 2026 • 4min
40,000 children under the age of three on crèche waiting lists
As of Monday, more than 5,000 people have signed a petition. It is calling on the Federation of Early Childhood Providers and Childhood Services Ireland to begin pay negotiations, talks which have yet to commence, fuelling concerns of a looming staffing crisis in the sector. All to discuss with Darragh O’Connor, SIPTU Head of Strategic Organising.
Apr 1, 2026 • 5min
The climate council outlines major concerns for Ireland
Climate change is having measurable impacts in Ireland, and there are growing risks for communities, infrastructure, essential services and the economy. That’s according to a new report from the Climate Change Advisory Council. joining Anton to discuss the findings was Peter Thorne is Chair of the Council’s Adaptation Committee.
Apr 1, 2026 • 6min
How are the Defence forces are fairing in Lebanon?
Irish UNIFIL troops may have to go into bunkers for short periods if instability in the region increases. That’s according to Commandant Alex Quigley of the Irish Defence Forces who spoke to Anton this morning.
