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Unveiling Opus Dei: Irishwoman from FT investigation speaks out

Ann Marie Allen's story was central to a major investigation published by the Financial Times two weeks ago. In her first interview with Irish broadcast media, she spoke to 'Upfront: The Podcast' about her experience in Opus Dei.

Upfront • 30 Mar 24

Exposed: How people here are forced to use illicit visa brokers

The French Embassy in Dublin has contacted gardaí after "an upsurge" in cases of unauthorised individuals targeting its visa appointment booking system, Prime Time has learned.

Prime Time • 25 Mar 24

The Global Workplace Guide shows that half of employees would forgo a pay raise if it meant they got their desired flexibility

92% of Irish employees want flexible working - research

92% of Irish employees have a strong preference for continuing in a hybrid or remote work model, according to new research from recruitment company Morgan McKinley.

Business • 13 Mar 24

President Michael D Higgins said Charlie Bird was 'one of the outstanding journalists of his generation'

'A truly remarkable man' - President pays tribute to Bird

President Michael D Higgins has led tributes following the death of former RTÉ journalist Charlie Bird, who died at the age of 74 following a long battle with motor neurone disease.

Ireland • 12 Mar 24

Empty offices: What now for Dublin's commercial property?

Investment in commercial property fell by more than half in 2023 compared to 2022.

Prime Time • 22 Feb 24

Trapped in Rafah: 'It's a miserable life we are living'

Katie Hannon speaks to Isam Hamad about life in Rafah and his concerns for him and his family, including his Irish-born son.

Upfront • 16 Feb 24

US Senator Bernie Sanders speaking to Prime Time's Miriam O'Callaghan

Sanders: Gaza is 'one of the great humanitarian disasters'

US Senator Bernie Sanders told Prime Time's Miriam O'Callaghan he believes what is happening currently in Gaza is "one of the great humanitarian disasters in modern history."

Prime Time • 16 Feb 24

There are no full-size playing pitches in Dublin's southwest inner city

Fight for playing pitches is about more than sport - campaigners

Campaigners across Dublin and Galway are fighting for playing fields, but the battle is about much more than sport, they tell Prime Time.

Prime Time • 14 Feb 24

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan has been using AI to campaign from prison.

Where next? Use of AI video in Pakistan election concerns experts

With around half of the world's adult population to be asked to vote in 2024, the use of AI-generated video during the recent Pakistani election has concerned experts.

Prime Time • 13 Feb 24

Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan was speaking to Miriam O'Callaghan on Prime Time

Ryan: MetroLink will go for public hearing within two weeks

Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan told Prime Time that he expects the troubled MetroLink to get permission this year.

Prime Time • 09 Feb 24

Explained: Why there is renewed concern about measles in Ireland

The World Health Organization (WHO) says there has been an "alarming" rise in measles cases in Europe, with at least 42,200 cases reported in 2023 compared to 941 cases in 2022.

Prime Time • 08 Feb 24

An artists' impression of the proposed Cork Event Centre. Credit: G-NET 3D

Council refuses to provide new estimate for Cork events centre

Cork City Council says the estimate for the cost of building a long-planned new multi-million euro events centre in the city has increased yet again, but is refusing to say by how much.

Prime Time • 01 Feb 24

Neuroscientist and ex-WWE wrestler Dr Chris Nowinski

The doctor and ex-WWE wrestler warning about concussion in rugby

Dr Christopher Nowinski is an American neuroscientist and ex-WWE wrestler. He tells Katie Hannon about how a bang to the head he suffered while working as a professional wrestler led to him discovering the true extent of his own previous concussions.

Upfront • 29 Jan 24

The incident happened at Janssen Sciences Ireland in Ringaskiddy

Two men treated in hospital after chemical spill

Two men were treated in hospital following a chemical spill at a pharmaceutical company in Co Cork.

Munster • 20 Jan 24

Vladimir Putin to seek re-election in 2024

'Russia needs you' - Putin to seek re-election in 2024

When the announcement came, it was not a surprise, but it was low key.

2023 in Review • 01 Jan 24

A girl looks on as she stands by the rubble outside a building that was hit by Israeli bombardment in Rafah in southern Gaza on 31 October

Israel and Gaza finish year with no end to war in sight

Israelis and Palestinians will end a dark year tonight, with no end in sight to the deadliest military offensive on Gaza, triggered by Hamas' bloodiest attack on Israel.

Middle East • 31 Dec 23

North Korea successfully put a military spy satellite into orbit earlier this year

North Korea's Kim to prepare for possible 'war'

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has made fresh threats of a nuclear attack on South Korea and ordered a military arsenal build-up to prepare for a war that can "break out at any time" on the peninsula, state media reported.

World • 31 Dec 23

Hundreds of demonstrators rallied in Tel Aviv to demand that the Israeli government secure the release of hostages held in Gaza

Gaza war will last 'many months' - Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that Israel's war against Hamas will last "many months" as he renewed his pledge to eliminate the Palestinian militant group from Gaza.

Middle East • 30 Dec 23

Laura Lynch, centre, was one of the founding members of the country band in 1989

The Chicks founding member Lynch killed in car crash

A founding member of US country group the The Chicks has been killed in a car crash in Texas, with her former bandmates mourning the loss of "a bright light."

US • 24 Dec 23

Virtual vigilante: The man who scams the scammers

Almost €85 million was stolen through frauds and scams in Ireland last year. One man who is doing his bit to take the fight directly to scammers is Northern Ireland YouTuber Jim Browning

Upfront • 19 Dec 23

President of the European Council Charles Michel speaking to Taoiseach Leo Varadkar during the summit of EU leaders in Brussels

Zelensky hails 'victory' as EU to open membership talks

President Volodymyr Zelensky has hailed a "victory" for Ukraine and the European continent after European Union leaders agreed to open membership talks for Ukraine and Moldova despite months of opposition from Hungary about Kyiv joining.

Ukraine • 14 Dec 23

Civil defense teams and Palestinians conduct search and rescue operations among the rubble of buildings destroyed by Israeli attacks in Rafah

US envoy pushes for 'more precise' operations in Gaza

A US security envoy discussed with Israeli officials on how to better protect civilians during their war against Hamas in Gaza and President Joe Biden appealed for lives in the Palestinian territory to be saved.

Middle East • 14 Dec 23

Nicola Hanney's story featured in RTÉ documentary Taking Back Control

Coercive control survivor: Law 'has to change' to assist victims

A survivor of domestic abuse says despite recent updates to legislation, she still believes "a lot of things have to change" if Ireland is going to properly assist people in abusive relationships

Upfront • 12 Dec 23

Just over €6 billion was collected in corporation tax, an increase of €1.3 billion or 27%, on last year.

Corporation tax take in November up 27% on last year

Corporation taxes recovered strongly in the month of November, helping the Exchequer to deliver a surplus of €5.4 billion.

Business • 05 Dec 23

The talks were held at the Workplace Relations Commission today (pic: RollingNews.ie)

Public sector pay talks adjourned until later this week

Talks on a new public sector pay deal involving unions, staff associations and the Government have been adjourned with the sides expected to meet again later this week.

Business • 27 Nov 23

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