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Newsmakers: The NFL in Dublin
The Hard Shoulder is looking back on 2025’s biggest moments in the news, and who were at the heart of it.
The NFL came to Dublin this year, where the …
4 months, 1 week ago
Is the smartphone free movement gaining momentum?
Parents across Ireland are joining together in a growing movement to encourage their children to go smartphone free. It’s part of a global initiative…
4 months, 1 week ago
Why do we procrastinate?
From the overflowing bins that you try to ignore, to wrapping presents at the 11th hour on Christmas Eve, why do we procrastinate?
Joining Jonathan He…
4 months, 1 week ago
Tech Takeover: New research reveals screen time averages
For this week’s Tech Takeover, Jess Kelly, Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent joins Jonathan Healy to discuss new research on average screen time fo…
4 months, 1 week ago
How is Ireland perceived abroad?
How is Ireland being perceived abroad? And how much are our political stances influencing it?
Joining Jonathan Healy to discuss is Larry Donnelly, Law…
4 months, 1 week ago
Was the Department of Housing parent video tone deaf?
The Department of Housing has removed a video from its social media channels which provided advice for adults forced to move back home with their par…
4 months, 1 week ago
Should the Government continue to cover the cost of blister packs?
It has been highlighted in the Dáil earlier today that marked blister packs, particularly for older people, may no longer be covered by the state in …
4 months, 1 week ago
Do veggie burgers need a rebrand?
The EU is set to reach a decision on the rebranding of veggie products. Meaning that words such as ‘sausage’ and ‘burger’ can no longer be used for m…
4 months, 1 week ago
The Ultimate Guide: Cape Town
Every week for The Ultimate Guide on The Hard Shoulder, Fionn Davenport takes a closer look at some of the fantastic destinations to visit around the…
4 months, 1 week ago
The dangers of ‘sharenting’
A new campaign by the Data Protection Commission is warning people against the dangers of ‘sharenting’, sharing images or videos of your child onl…
4 months, 1 week ago