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Majority of Primary Teachers Against Communion and Confirmation Preparation In Classrooms

5 days ago | todayfm.com | Caoimhseach Connolly

The majority of primary school teachers believe preparation for Confirmation or Communion shouldn't take place in the classroom.Just 4% believe schools shoul...
All Irish With Claire Beck

1 week ago | todayfm.com | Claire Beck

This week, Claire played new music from Torpey, Unique Freaks, Mischa & The Bear (pictured), Bradley Marshall & More. As always, she started the show with one of the greatest Irish tracks ever recorded.
Heavy Rain In Parts Over The Weekend

1 week ago | todayfm.com | Ben Finnegan

Heavy Rain In Parts Over The WeekendTwo more status yellow weather warnings for rain have been issued. Both begin at 6 a.m. tomorrow, and heavy rain will occur at times in counties in the west and southeast. Galway and Mayo are included in one warning that expires at 9pm Friday. The other concerns Carlow, Kilkenny, Wexford, Wicklow and Waterford and that expires early Saturday morning. This is in addition to a previously issued rain warning for Kerry and Cork from 11pm tonight until midday tomorrow.
'Caution' Advised To Students Heading To America On J1

1 week ago | todayfm.com | Ben Finnegan

'Caution' Advised To Students Heading To America On J1J-1 students have been warned not to attend any protests about the conflict in Gaza while in America. The Union of Students in Ireland has students heading Stateside should display "caution" with regards to activism. Since Donald Trump's return to office, a number of migrants have been deported following their participation in pro-Palestinian demonstrations. Larry Donnelly, a law lecturer in Galway, described the advice as "on the money".
Man In His 30s Dies Following Stabbing In Co Cork

1 week ago | todayfm.com | Caoimhseach Connolly

A man in his 30s has died following a stabbing in Co Cork. Gardaí and emergency services were called to the incident after a row reportedly broke out between two men at a pub on North Main Street in Youghal at around 9.50pm on Monday night. A man in his 30s was taken to Cork University Hospital for treatment of serious injuries. He was pronounced dead a short time later. Another man, aged in his 20s, has been arrested in connection with the fatal assault.
Rory McIlroy Makes History In Augusta

2 weeks ago | todayfm.com | Caoimhseach Connolly

Rory McIlroy has won golf's career grand slam after a playoff win at the Masters in Augusta. The 35-year-old has made history becoming the first man from the island of Ireland to wear the famous green jacket. He's just the sixth player of all-time to complete the sport's Grand Slam with success in all four major tournaments. President Michael D Higgins has described the win as a 'truly outstanding achievement'. A long time coming. Congratulations, Rory.
228 Children Awaiting For Spinal Surgeries

2 weeks ago | todayfm.com | Ben Finnegan

228 Children Awaiting For Spinal SurgeriesThe average wait for what's described as 'non-complex' spinal surgeries in children is four months. Children's Health Ireland has issued an update on the system, saying there are 228 patients on the waiting list. 91 of those children are waiting for a date for their surgery to be carried out. 123 spinal procedures were carried out in the first three months of the year - while in the same timeframe, 144 children were added to the waiting list.
One In Ten Irish Pets Have A Social Media Profile

2 weeks ago | todayfm.com | Caoimhseach Connolly

One in ten Irish pets have their own social media profile. A survey to mark National Pet Day, shows 12% of pet owners buy clothes and accessories for their pets to wear. One third say their pet is their 'best friend', while one in four say they tell their pet things they can't share with anyone else. Nine in ten say they see their pet as a member of the family, while half say it's their 'fur baby'. Almost two thirds spend five or more hours a week walking and exercising their dog.
EU Pauses Retaliatory Tariffs On America

2 weeks ago | todayfm.com | Ben Finnegan

The EU has paused retaliatory tariffs on American goods for 90 days. It follows Donald Trump's decision to postpone the implementation of tariffs on goods from most countries around the world for the same period. However the EU's taxes were in response to steel and aluminium tariffs which are still in place. China - which is facing an increased 125% tax on American imports - says it's open to dialogue, without "pressure, threats and blackmail".
Eight In Ten Teachers Experiencing Job-Related Burnout

2 weeks ago | todayfm.com | Caoimhseach Connolly

Almost half of teachers say they expect to leave the profession permanently due to burnout and work-related stress. A study carried out by Dublin City University (DCU) found poor mental health is becoming a significant issue for teachers, with 42% saying burnout could drive them to leave the teaching profession permanently. 85% of teachers say they're suffering moderate to high levels of work-related burnout, while 86% are experiencing personal burnout.