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New research has found that nearly one in four women in Ireland and the UK do not know the length of their own menstrual cycle, despite the growing popularity of period tracker apps. But, what privacy concerns are there for women storing sensitive information on these apps?
Joining Ciara to discuss is Elaine Burke, host of ‘For Tech’s Sake’ podcast.
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Life can be full of confusing things, but no need to worry! Every Wednesday, Simon Tierney will be showing you ‘How to do Stuff’ - bringing his best tips for those things you might not think about.
This week, Simon joins Ciara and Shane to discuss how to draw the perfect bath!
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United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has said that the war on Iran is estimated to have cost about $37.5 billion so far, and has asked for twice that amount to continue fighting. This also comes as New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani calls on the US government to arrest Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netenyahu.
Joining Ciara to discuss is David Smith, Washington Bureau Chief with The Guardian.
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For this week’s Tech Takeover, Jess Kelly, Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent joins Shane and Ciara to discuss how an OpenAI autonomous agent went rogue during testing…
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Off The Ball’s John Duggan joined Ciara and Shane on The Hard Shoulder to review the week in sport and look ahead to the week’s action…
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The Department of Finance today published its Summer Economic Statement which outlines spending projections.
It sets out a €125 billion package, which is how much the Government expects to have available for Budget 2027.
Joining Shane to discuss this is Jack Chambers, Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform & Digitalisation and Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin West.
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A poll over in the UK found that 83% of people have a rigid morning routine.
It also emerged 34% get up immediately at their first alarm, while 26% hit ‘snooze’ once or twice before rising.
But, what is the importance of having a solid morning routine?
Joining Ciara to discuss this is High-Performance Coach, Mark Fennell.
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The wrongful conviction of Osgur Breatnach for the Sallins train robbery 50 years ago has now been declared a miscarriage of justice…
Osgur joins Shane to discuss.
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A wildfire on Slievenamon in County Tipperary has spread to Coillte forest as emergency services continue to contain the blaze.
Newstalk Reporter Alex Rowley is in the area speaking with emergency services on their efforts, and joins Ciara to give the latest updates.
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"Most of us are guilty of hypocrisy over Irish, we have a ‘bit’, but don’t try to speak to us. So don’t blame Lynn Boylan", so says Donal Lynch, Journalist with the Sunday Independent.
This comes after Lynn told an EU meeting that it was unfortunate that we can’t use our own language in the committee, only for her to be told she in fact could speak Irish if she wished.
So, are we all guilty of hypocrisy when it comes to speaking our native language?
Donal joins Shane to discuss.
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Every week for The Ultimate Guide on The Hard Shoulder, Fionn Davenport takes a closer look at some of the fantastic destinations to visit around the world.
This week, Fionn joined Ciara to give the ultimate guide to Orlando in Florida, and what you can do beyond the theme parks!
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With the shift underway from petrol and diesel cars towards EV's well and truly underway, the question on everyone's lips remains how much could you actually save by opting for an electric car?
Joining Ciara to discuss is Ger Herbert, Sunday Independent Motoring Editor.
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Twelve years after Phil Hogan abolished town councils, they are set to return in a more modest form as municipal councils. An expert group has recommended creating these new local councils across all 31 local authorities, including in cities.
Joining Ciara to discuss this is Derek Mooney, Public Affairs and Communications Advisor and former Fianna Fail Strategist.
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Domestic abuse doesn't always leave visible scars.
While awareness has grown, many survivors still suffer in silence, and their stories remain hidden.
As Women's Aid continues its work supporting those experiencing domestic abuse and highlighting the realities behind the statistics, Ciara is joined to discuss by Women's Aid CEO, Sarah Benson.
If you have been affected by anything in this conversation, you can contact Women's Aid 24 hour national helpline at 1800 341 900.
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Former Taoiseach and author of 'Speaking My Mind' joins Ciara to place his favourite book on the Hard Shoulder Bookshelf!
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With the cost of crude oil having exceeded $90 a barrel for the first time in almost six weeks, experts are warning that this surge in price will be reflected in pump prices at our forecourts over the next few days…
For more on this, Ciara is joined by Muireann Lynch, Energy Economist and Senior Research Officer with ESRI and Pearse Doherty, Sinn Féin TD for Donegal and party Spokesperson on Finance.
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Can placing a copper coin really keep your tulips standing upright? Does dividing supermarket basil help it survive? Should you follow the advice popularised by German psychologist Gustav Fechner, of talking to your plants to help them thrive?
Gardener Marie Staunton joins Ciara to give her top tips!
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An increase in divorce cases since 2019 has led to a rise in the number of binding court orders to split and share pensions between the divorcing couple and their children.
Many financial experts say that for many, their pension can be worth more than their property.
Michelle Browne is Legal mediator and author of “Scars of Divorce" and joins me now…
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“I’m no Peter O’Mahony, but I’ll be damned if any clipboard-bearing official is going to stop me watering my hydrangeas... I’ve put blood, sweat and tears into my very modest patch, so watering is a must. And, while I get on well with my neighbours, if one of them rats me out, well, that’s the end of chit-chats over the fence.”
So says Sinead Ryan, Irish Independent Columnist and Presenter of The Home Show on Newstalk in reaction to the hosepipe ban, in place until August 26. She joins Ciara to discuss.
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According to figures released by the CSO today, one in four people living in rural areas without access to a car had to travel 8km or more to access a GP…
Dr Máire Finn, GP with Centric Health, joins Ciara to discuss.
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