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This Week

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A look at events making the news in Ireland over the last week, presented by Justin McCarthy. Listen live every Sunday at 1pm on RTÉ Radio 1.

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Suspect arrested, Donald Trump taken to safety after shooting at Washington event 26.04.2026

Police in the United States are investigating a shooting at the White House Correspondents Association dinner, in which a man opened fire on security personal. The event took place at the Hilton Hotel, and President Trump and his wife were in attendance. Sky News Correspondent David Blevins, who was at the event, told Paul what had happened.

French peacekeeper killed in Lebanon 19.04.2026

A French peacekeeping soldier was killed in southern Lebanon yesterday, and three others were wounded, while trying to clear a bomb from a road. We speak to Paraic O'Brien, Foreign Affairs Correspondent with Channel 4 News.

Census 1926 19.04.2026

The 1926 Census records were released this weekend, providing a fascinating glimpse into the early years of the Irish Free State. To assess its significance, Paul is joined by genealogist, Jennifer McLaughlin Doherty, who's also Managing Director of the Irish Ancestral Group.

Concerns over a lack of technicians qualified to work on electric vehicles 19.04.2026

The electric vehicle market continues to grow with battery-powered cars outselling petrol models in Ireland. If the latest trend continues, electric cars will likely outpace the combined sales of petrol and diesel cars this year. However an impending skill shortage could hamper this continued growth with concerns around a lack of technicians.

Independent Ireland party leader Michael Collins 19.04.2026

Independent Ireland held its annual conference in Galway yesterday, and party leader Michael Collins joins Paul Cunningham in studio.

Daniel Kinahan arrest 19.04.2026

Daniel Kinahan remains in custody in Dubai this Sunday lunchtime, on foot of his arrest on Friday following the issuing of an arrest warrant by the High Court in Dublin. We speak to Pat Leahy, who is a former Assistant Commissioner for the Dublin Metropolitan Region, and was involved in tackling organised crime across the capital.

Minister Darragh O'Brien 19.04.2026

Householders could see energy price hikes in the order of 30%, or above, should the US and Israeli war on Iran continue. To find out what the consequences might be for the Irish economy, and to talk about a tumultuous fortnight for Fianna Fáil, we're joined by the Minister for Transport, Climate, Energy and the Environment Darragh O'Brien.

Global Sumud Flotilla sets sail for Gaza 12.04.2026

Another Global Sumud Flotilla is setting sail for Gaza, with the aim of bringing humanitarian aid. One of the sailors, Colm Byrne, talks to us from Barcelona

Hungary votes in election closely watched by EU, Russia 12.04.2026

In a very closely watched election, Hungarians are heading to the polls today... with polls suggesting this could end Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's 16-years in power. RTE's Eastern Europe reporter Liam Nolan gives this update.

IMO President on fuel protests, the new HSE chief and reports of verbal abuse towards doctors 12.04.2026

The Irish Medical Organisation's new President Matthew Sadlier joins us from their annual conference in Killarney

Political reaction as the fuel protests subside 12.04.2026

Political correspondent Micheal Lehane and Jack Power of the Irish Times outline the political reaction both at home and in Europe

Fuel protests wind down across the country 12.04.2026

We hear from Chris Smyth, Group Chief Executive of Perennial Freight at Rosslare Europort; Iarnrod Eireann spokesperson Jane Creegan; Fuels for Ireland CEO Kevin McPartlan; Minister of State Timmy Dooley; Foynes protester Neilus O'Connor and South East Correspondent Marc O'Driscoll gives an update from Rosslare

Morning Update - Latest from fuel protests across the country 12.04.2026

In a special Sunday morning update, we get reports from around the country as the fuel protests wind down

Biodiversity efforts on Bull Island 05.04.2026

Bull Island is one of the most protected biospheres in the country. In order to protect it, Dublin City Council implemented a new visitor access management plan three years ago. Our reporter Eithne Dodd went to Bull Island to find out how it's been working out.

Concerns over the possibility of Iranian attacks on US soil 05.04.2026

What does the Iran war mean for the threat of attacks in the US? Our Washington Correspondent, Jackie Fox reports.

Economic fallout from the Iran War 05.04.2026

How are economists analysing the fallout from the Iran War? We hear from Dan O'Brien, Chief Economist with the Institute of International and European Affairs.

Honouring Irish women of the revolutionary period 05.04.2026

Dublin City Council has approved a monument to be placed on O'Connell Street to honour Irish women of the revolutionary period. The monument will be erected between the Spire and the James Larkin statue in front of the GPO. Donna Cooney is chair of the Commemmorations & Naming Committee of Dublin City Council and Green Party Councillor.

Conserving energy amid soaring prices 05.04.2026

Professor Pete Lunn, who heads up the behavioural research unit at the Economic and Social Research Institute, tells us how people might respond to pleas to conserve energy.

Fresh developments in Kerry Babies case 05.04.2026

Gardaí have submitted a file to the Director of Public Prosecutions after what's described as an "extensive investigation" into the death of a baby in Kerry more than 40 years ago. Our Southern Editor Paschal Sheehy is following developments for us.

Latest from the Middle East 05.04.2026

Secunder Kermani, Foreign Correspondent with Channel 4 News, brings us the latest on the downed pilot, Trump's new deadline, and fresh Iranian strikes on energy sites.

Expert warns of impact inflation will have on construction sector 29.03.2026

The Central Bank and the ESRI have warned of inflationary pressures for the country due to the constraint on oil supply as a result of the Iran Crisis. This will also lead to rising costs for construction as Eithne Dodd reports.

Judge never reconsidered working at ICC despite sanctions 29.03.2026

Kimberly Prost, a Canadian judge sanctioned by the United States, says she has never reconsidered working at the International Criminal Court (ICC), even though it has led to her being shut out from most of the international banking system.

Irish produced alumina indirectly used in Russian war effort 'very worrying' 29.03.2026

An Irish Times report revealed links between Irish-made alumina - a white crystal compound used to make aluminium - and Russia's war effort against Ukraine. This Week speaks to the EU's Sanctions Envoy David O'Sullivan

Five members of the Hennessy gang jailed 29.03.2026

Five members of the Hennessy Organised Crime Group were jailed this week. Paul Reynolds, RTÉ's Crime Correspondent, profiles the group.

Victims of Bill Kenneally call on Justice Minister to publish report quickly 29.03.2026

This Week speaks to Kevin Keating and Jason Clancy, two victims of the convicted paedophile Bill Kenneally who was sentenced to 14 years imprisonment in 2016

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