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Irish Eurovision stars back RTÉ over Israel stance

Past Irish Eurovision participants have spoken out in support of RTÉ's position that Ireland will not take part in the 2026 contest if Israel is allowed to compete.

Eurovision • 12 Sep

Trailer released for RTÉ drama The Walsh Sisters

The trailer for the upcoming Irish drama The Walsh Sisters, which will debut on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player on Sunday 28 September at 9.30pm, has been released.

Television • 08 Sep

Composite picture of IMRO Radio Awards 2025 nominees, clockwise from top left: Doireann Garrihy, Sarah McInerney and Cormac Ó hEadhra, Claire Byrne and John Creedon

RTÉ stars among nominees for IMRO Radio Awards 2025

RTÉ presenters Claire Byrne, Doireann Garrihy, John Creedon and Drivetime's Sarah McInerney and Cormac Ó hEadhra are among the nominees for the 2025 IMRO Radio Awards.

Radio • 28 Aug

Dáithí Ó Sé and Kathryn Thomas steer the ship at the launch of the 2025 Rose of Tralee International Festival as they meet this year’s 32 International Roses at MV Cill Airne, North Wall, Dublin

Rose of Tralee a 'reminder of good things in the world'

Rose of Tralee co-hosts Dáithí Ó Sé and Kathryn Thomas have said the festival serves as a "reminder that there's good things in the world as well" as the event returns for its 66th year.

rose of tralee • 13 Aug

Clockwise from top left: Love is Blind hosts Emma and Matt Willis, Jenna Ortega in Wednesday, the cast of Mrs Brown's Boys, CMAT, Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan in Freakier Friday and Liam Neeson in The Naked Gun

What's new in film, tv and music this August

Whether you are staying in, heading to the cinema or updating your playlists, August has plenty to offer. From buzzy homegrown films to long-awaited sequels and standout new albums, there's no shortage of fresh releases to keep you entertained this month.

Entertainment • 01 Aug

Five times Up for the Match proved to be legendary

Ahead of Saturday night's Up for the Match, we've rounded up five top moments from the RTÉ One sports show.

Television • 25 Jul

Joe Duffy signed off from Liveline for the final time

Duffy says Liveline 'will go on' after his departure

As he prepared to hang up his mic on RTÉ Radio 1's Liveline on Friday, veteran broadcaster Joe Duffy said that the show will "go on" after his departure.

Entertainment • 27 Jun

Joe Duffy in a publicity shot for the RTÉ People in Need Telethon, 1992

In Pictures: Joe Duffy's remarkable career

As Joe Duffy prepares to hang up his mic on Liveline this Friday, we take a look back at the veteran broadcaster's remarkable life and career.

Radio • 23 Jun

Miriam O'Callaghan to publish her memoir this October

Journalist and broadcaster Miriam O'Callaghan has said she is "really nervous" about telling her life story as she announced the publication of her memoir later this year.

Books • 06 Jun

RTÉ confirmed this afternoon that 'there is a commitment from the EBU to have a wider discussion amongst members in due course' on Israel's participation

'Commitment' from EBU for talks on Israel in Eurovision

RTÉ has said that there is a "commitment" from the European Broadcasting Union to have a "wider discussion" amongst the union's members on Israel's inclusion in the Eurovision Song Contest "in due course".

Eurovision • 10 May

RTÉ has announced 142 hours of Irish drama

RTÉ unveils 'unprecedented' year ahead for Irish drama

RTÉ has announced an "unprecedented" line-up of original Irish drama in production, "which will deliver 142 hours of high-quality, homegrown storytelling across screens in Ireland and around the world".

Television • 03 May

Fans can find out what happens next on Thursday on RTÉ One and the RTÉ Player at 8:30pm

Here comes trouble for Carol in Thursday's Fair City

There's a shock arrival for Carol in Thursday's Fair City on RTÉ One and the RTÉ Player - her grandson Lorcan Jr.

Soaps • 28 Apr

Ireland's Wild Islands has taken home the top prize of Best Series at the 2025 International Wildlife Film Festival Photo: George Karbus

Ireland's Wild Islands series wins top honour in US

RTÉ One's natural history series Ireland's Wild Islands has taken home the top prize of Best Series at the 2025 International Wildlife Film Festival in the US.

Television • 18 Apr

Ireland's Fittest Family returning to screens on Saturday, 4 January

Ireland's Fittest Family returning this weekend

The new season of Ireland's Fittest Family is returning to screens this weekend after it was postponed following the death of one of its participants.

Television • 31 Dec 24

Adam King ruled our hearts after his appearance on the 2020 Toy Show

The 23 Best Toy Show Moments Ever!

It's almost time for this year's Late Late Toy Show and to celebrate we have rounded up our favourite moments from over the decades. See if you agree!

Television • 06 Dec 24

Gavin and Stacey: The Finale will be available on RTÉ this Christmas

Top line-up of comedy shows on RTÉ this festive season

This festive season, RTÉ will be bringing laughter to living rooms across Ireland with a top line-up of comedy and entertainment.

Television • 02 Dec 24

Patrick Kielty says returning to host The Late Late Toy Show feels "different this year". Photo credit: Evan Doherty

Patrick Kielty: 'The Toy Show can go anywhere!'

Patrick Kielty says the unpredictability of The Late Late Toy Show is what makes it magical as he gears up for his second year hosting.

Toy Show • 06 Dec 24

"Jean is distraught to discover the 'financial advisors' she's trusted to invest her money are criminals who've targeted her and have stolen everything she has invested"

EastEnders' Jean targeted by financial scammers

EastEnders has announced further details of the new storyline that sees Jean Slater, played by Gillian Wright, become the target of financial scammers.

Soaps • 28 Nov 24

Blindboy: The Land of Slaves and Scholars airs on Thursday, 21 November at 10.15pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player.

Blindboy to explore early Irish Christianity in new doc

Blindboy Boatclub is set to explore the origins, evolution and cultural legacy of early Irish Christianity in a new RTÉ documentary.

Television • 18 Nov 24

The Late Late Show, Friday nights at 9.35pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player

Here are tonight's Late Late Show guests

The Late Late Show has announced the line-up for this Friday night's show, including Hollywood actors Colin Farrell, Rupert Everett, and Aidan Quinn.

Television • 18 Oct 24

The second series of The 2 Johnnies Late Night Lock In kicks off at 9.35pm on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player

The 2 Johnnies: 'We've got our personal lives to live'

Ahead of the second series of The 2 Johnnies Late Night Lock In airing on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player on Thursday, the hugely-popular Tipperary presenting duo chatted about trying to get their lives back and why they feel more comfortable this time around.

Television • 03 Oct 24

The 2 Johnnies Late Night Lock In returns on Thursday, 3 October for a second series

The 2 Johnnies Late Night Lock In back for a second run

The 2 Johnnies Late Night Lock In will return for a second series which will kick off this week, it has been announced.

Television • 01 Oct 24

Bambie Thug represented Ireland with their track Doomsday Blue in this year's Eurovision, coming sixth in the song contest

RTÉ announces search for Ireland's 2025 Eurovision act

RTÉ has announced the search to find Ireland's representative for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025.

Television • 23 Sep 24

Rose of Tralee presenters Dáithí Ó Sé and Kathryn Thomas are back for a second year as co-hosts Photos: Andres Poveda

Rose of Tralee duo hail 'bonkers' celebration of women

Rose of Tralee co-hosts Dáithí Ó Sé and Kathryn Thomas have hailed the festival as a "brilliant, bonkers celebration of Irish women" as the event returns for its 65th year.

rose of tralee • 19 Aug 24

Irish solo sailor Tom Dolan in Around My Island, one of the new Irish documentaries to air on RTÉ this month

RTÉ to air five new Irish documentaries this August

RTÉ will premiere a range of new documentaries on television for the first time this August, sharing uniquely Irish stories, examining the challenges faced by our communities and paying tribute to our vibrant culture.

Television • 08 Aug 24