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Many parents today will be breathing a sigh of relief as the Leaving Cert wraps up. But coming up next is the Leaving Cert holiday! What about the practicalities you need to know? Anton asked Megan Virgo, Freelance Travel writer.

With more than eleven thousand people on waiting lists for dental and orthodontic treatment. The Dáil will hear calls today for the Government to publish an action plan to tackle these waiting lists. For more on this Anton spoke to David Cullinane, Sinn Féin’s Spokesperson on Health.

Ireland's housing market is increasingly divided, with price growth slowing in Dublin and the cities while remaining strong across much of rural Ireland, according to the latest Daft.ie House Price Report.  Economist at Trinity College Dublin & Author of The Daft.ie Report, Ronan Lyons gave us the details.

Ten years on from Brexit. What has changed, what hasn't, and what comes next?  To discuss with Anton was Former Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade with responsibility for Brexit, Simon Coveney who is now a Consultant with EY Ireland's Geopolitical Strategy team .  

A Status Yellow High Temperature warning has been issued for the country, with Met Éireann forecasting temperatures in excess of 27C in the coming days.  How does the heat impact our productivity? Should employers give their staff a break to enjoy the warm weather? Anton discusses all with  Peter Cosgrove Managing Director of Futurewise .  

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

This week is invasive species week and there are quite a number of them in Ireland from plants to animals. How do we deal with them? Anton discussed further with  Kate Moore, Lead Coordinator on Invasive Species Week at the National Biodiversity Centre. 

CyberSafeKids and Irish Internet Hotline, with support from Community Foundation Ireland, have launched "It’s Not The End of the World". The first Irish awareness campaign aimed at helping 13- to 17-year-olds recognise intimate image abuse and know where to turn for support.  Anton got the details from Alex Cooney, CEO of CybersafeKids .  

The trial has continued of 52-year-old Riad Bouchaker, of no fixed abode, at the Central Criminal Court, relating to the alleged incident at Parnell Square on the 23rd of November 2023.  Bringing us the latest from the trial was Newstalk Reporter Emily Keegan. If you want to get more detail on the proceedings at the Central Criminal Court today, be sure to listen to Frank Greaney's podcast Al...

Sir Keir Starmer has announced he will resign as Prime Minister and has set out a timetable for his departure from Downing Street, while his expected successor, Andy Burnham, has been sworn in as an MP.    What is next for UK politics? Anton asked James Price, Former Senior Government Special Advisor with the Conservative Party .  

The government’s planned inquiry into Children’s Health Ireland is on the brink of collapse after groups representing affected families withdrew from the scoping process.  Speaking to Anton was Amanda Coughlan of the Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Pediatric Advocacy Group .

Today sees the launch of a brand new games console aimed specifically at kids. Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brought us the details.

France has issued red heatwave alerts for around half the country including Paris for Monday as a heatwave pushes temperatures towards record levels.  Speaking to Anton was Paris based Author and Journalist, Lara Marlowe.

Keir Starmer expected to announce a timetable for his departure this morning at 10 Downing Street.  Stephen Pound, Former Labour MP for Ealing North & Former Shadow Minister for Northern Ireland for 10 years gave Anton his reaction.

The weekend’s negotiations in Switzerland between the U.S. and Iran ended with “encouraging progress”. Nicholas Hopton is the former U.K. Ambassador brings us the latest.

Referrals for restorative justice, where criminals and their victims interact to seek a resolution, increased by 22% last year to reach their highest ever level in Ireland.  What exactly is this form of justice, and can it really work? To discuss this further was Dr. Ian Marder Associate Professor in Criminology at the School of Law and Criminology in Maynooth University.   

We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Frances Fitzgerald Former Government Minister.

Scientists say factors such as body odour, body heat and even drinking alcohol can make certain individuals more attractive to mosquitoes.  Professor Catriona Ryan, Consultant Dermatologist at Institute of Dermatologists, Clinical Professor at UCD gave advice on how to avoid getting bitten. 

After a spell of mixed and rainy weather last week, temperatures are expected to soar as some parts of the country could reach up to over 30 degrees this week. Alan O Reilly of Carlow Weather brings us the weather outlook for the week.

The first round of negotiations between the US and Iran to reach a final deal to end the war has concluded with "encouraging progress", mediators Qatar and Pakistan say. To discuss further is, Fawaz Gerges, Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science.

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is expected to decide on a timetable for his departure to allow newly elected MP Andy Burnham to become prime minister by autumn according to his colleagues. Joining Anton to discuss further is James Lyons, Former Director of Strategic Communications for Keir Starmer.

Today is the day Toy Story 5 releases in cinemas with Woody, Buzz and the gang returning for their fifth feature film. Lisa Canon Head of Studio at DMG Media joined Anton to chat all about the new movie.

The war with Iran subjected us to higher energy and fuel costs, but with a deal for at least sixty days now signed, when can we expect prices to come down here?   Cliff Taylor, Irish Times writer and Managing Editor has been looking into this and joined Anton this morning.

The jury to resume deliberations in the sex offences trial of former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson. We get the latest from Newry Crown Court with Newstalk Reporter Jamie O'Hara.

Uisce Éireann is urging people to conserve water after demand in Dublin hit record levels during last month’s hot weather, with the provider warning current usage rates are unsustainable.  Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Uisce Éireann’s Head of Water Operations, Margaret Attridge.