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Donald Trump is considering a US diesel export ban amid global shortages linked to the Iran war, raising fears of further price rises across Europe and the UK.  Speaking to Jonathan with reaction was Ger Hyland President of the Irish Road Haulage Association. 

Former Miss Ireland, Chelsea Farrell and Fianna Fail TD Deputy, Erin McGreehan discussed the importance of women being heard when it comes to their health. 

We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Jonathan this morning was Jennifer Keane, Founder of Paygap.ie.

In the UK, nearly 1 million young people are not in education, employment or training, despite 84% of these seeking work. But just how important are those first jobs you get, usually in hospitality?  Chatting to Jonathan on this was Isabel Brooks, Freelance Journalist.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that he “doesn’t plan to attack any European countries” but warns he will respond if Russia “faces aggression”.  For more on this Jonathan spoke to Donnacha Ó Beacháin Professor of Politics at DCU.

Family Carers Ireland is urging the Government to do more for family carers in Budget 2027. It comes after a reported €7.50 weekly increase in Carer’s Allowance falls far short of what’s needed amid rising living costs.   Clare Duffy Policy and Public Affairs Manager, Family Carers Ireland explained what they need with Jonathan.

A man with dual British and Iranian citizenship has been arrested on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts over the incident at RAF Fairford.  For the latest on this we heard from Lucy Fisher, Whitehall Editor, Financial Times .  

With an ageing population, the need for family care in Ireland is projected to rise by at least 49 per cent by 2040.  That’s according to a new ESRI report. To discuss these report findings with Ciara was and the report author and associate research officer at the ESRI Dr Sheelah Connolly. 

Christa Pike, a death row inmate in Tennessee has been taken to hospital after an attempt to execute her by two lethal injections failed. Pike was sentenced to death in 1996 for the murder of 19-year-old Colleen Slemmer. For more on this Ciara spoke to Trina O Connor, Criminologist .

This is now season 2 of The Celebrity Traitors. There’s a whole new cast and a whole new dynamic. How do you think it’s going to go?  To look ahead to the new season was BBC TV Critic, Scott Bryan .  

Ireland will play Austria this evening as part of their UEFA Nations League Campaign. This comes ahead of the controversial match against Israel in Serbia on Sunday. In a week that's seen huge criticism to everyone involved. Speaking to Ciara was Keith Treacy, Former Irish International Footballer.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will get to the “root” of the co-pilot behind a foiled attempt to crash an Israel-bound flydubai flight. Adding that Israel may join the investigation  For the latest on this we heard from Mark Weiss, Israel Correspondent with the Irish Times.

We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Jonathan this morning was David McRedmond, former CEO of An Post.  

Students from across Ireland will protest today, calling on Government to “Fund Our Future” and put students at the centre of its plans.  Speaking to Ciara ahead of the protests today was Daniel Walsh, President of AMLE. 

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has launched an investigation into nine online gaming companies. This comes around concerns such as hidden costs, pressure to spend and protection of young people.  We get reaction to this with Ollwyn Moran, neurodevelopmental therapist founder of Cogni Kids. 

Irish Penal Reform Trust have today launched their report with their annual assessment of Ireland's penal system. It comes with a focus on mental health and overcrowding. Joining Ciara to look into the report was Saoirse Brady IPRT Executive Director.

Today marks the beginning of National Breastfeeding Week led by the HSE to celebrate families and promote feeding support.  We get the details of the campaign with Lynn Carroll, La Leche League Leader. 

Portadown Orangemen have said they are “not doing any deal” surrounding their  plan to march down Garvaghy Road at Drumcree in Co Armagh as a standoff continues with residents.  Speaking to Ciara with an update was Ciaran Dunbarr from the Belfast Telegraph.

Madonna called Sabrina Carpenter out for taking a week to reply to her text. But why does it take some people so long to reply to texts?   Jonathan asked Brendan Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin .

This afternoon, members of the Irish Blue Cross, DogsTrust and other charities will speak to the Oireachtas Agriculture Committee. They will discuss the changes that could be made to the proposed Dog Breeding Establishments (Amendment) Bill 2026.  To discuss further was Dr Claire Corridan, Director for the Irish Blue Cross, a Vet and has a doctorate in Animal Welfare and Behaviour. 

New research from Royal London Ireland shows one in seven adults are receiving financial support from family. Nearly half use the money to cover everyday living costs, while three in ten say it helps them keep their heads above water  Jonathan discusses this research findings with Mark Reilly, Pensions Proposition Lead, Royal London Ireland.

The Orange Order delegation in Portadown has said they had a “very positive and constructive meeting” with UK Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Chris Bryant last night. The Garvaghy Road Residents’ Coalition has said there will be “no parade” down their road, and have lodged a legal challenge against the ruling that sought to allow it in the first place.  Jonathan got the latest with Al...

Today, the Social Democrats will be proposing a windfall tax on the excess profits of energy companies. Which they say would provide a targeted energy credit of €400 for households with incomes of less than €70,000.  Speaking to Jonathan was Jennifer Whitmore, Social Democrats TD for Wicklow and Spokesperson for Environment and Energy. 

We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Jonathan this morning was Ralph Riegel Southern Correspondent, Irish Independent.

From feathers to foam your pillow can determine the quality of sleep you get. How do you find your perfect pillow? To tell us was Chris McCarthy Clinical Lead Manchester Metropolitan University.