Best Ruth and DP Podcasts (2025)

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Elon Musk has announced that he plans to launch a new political party 13:11

6h ago13:11

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Elon Musk has announced that he plans to launch a new political party in America the America Party. It comes after the Tesla founder has fallen out with Donald Trump over his recently passed Big Beautiful Bill. So could it have an impact? All to discuss with President of The Global Situation Room and former Director of Global Engagement at The Whit…

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Irish Conductor and Musician David Brophy 6:48

6h ago6:48

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Irish Conductor and Musician, David Brophy will conduct National Symphony Orchestra Ireland at the National Concert Hall in a compelling programme pairing Shaun Davey’s The Brendan Voyage with Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, 'From the New World'. David joined Ivan to chat about his career and upcoming shows.…

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Protecting against scam texts 12:04

6h ago12:04

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A new policy to 'likely scam' text messages under new rules from Comreg is now leading to confusion over hospital appointments and much more. A number of large organizations have seen legitimate texts labelled scams. We get the details from Adrian Weckler Technology Editor with the Irish and Sunday Independent .…

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The advantages of holiday in Ireland 14:08

7h ago14:08

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In 2024 Irish residents took nearly 17 million overnight trips within Ireland. Despite the high cost many are still taking a staycation. Henry McKean has been looking at the advantages of holiday in Ireland.

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What happened to the former Russia Minister Roman Staravoit? 9:57

7h ago9:57

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The Kremlin yesterday announced that Vladimir Putin had sacked their Transport Minister, Roman Staravoit. Hours later, Russia’s Investigative Committee announced that he had been found dead. So, what happened to the former minister? We discussed this with Lindsey Hilsum, International Editor, Channel 4 News.…

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The deadline for trump’s tariffs is extended once again 13:26

7h ago13:26

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The deadline for Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariffs to come into effect has been extended once more, this time to 1st August. It means negotiations with the European Union can now continue for another three weeks. So how close are the pair to a deal? Koen Verhelst reports and analysis from Professor Ron Davies.…

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What’s on the agenda for cabinet today? 12:06

7h ago12:06

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Sean Defoe tells us what is on the agenda for cabinet today, if the Taoiseach really did switch his return flight from Japan to attend a match and if Mary-Lou is a likely candidate for the Aras!

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The rise of coffee culture in Ireland 4:32

7h ago4:32

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Ireland is known for being a nation of tea drinkers but lately that has started to change. All across the country people are swapping their cup of tea for an oat flat white or a medium roasted americano. As coffee now reigns supreme as Ireland's favourite break-time beverage has the coffee culture in Ireland reached new heights. Joining Ivan this m…

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Could allergies put you at a higher risk for asthma? 9:31

8h ago9:31

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High pollen levels are a concern for people across the country this summer. Studies show that they trigger hay fever and allergies, putting people at higher risk for asthma. All to discuss with Ruth Morrow, Respiratory Nurse Specialist at The Asthma Society of Ireland.

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Are apartments really a solution for our housing crisis? 18:31

8h ago18:31

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As the government plans to reduce minimum apartment size, we ask are apartments really a solution for our housing crisis? Ivan discusses this further with Orla Hegarty, Architect & Assistant Professor at UCD School of Architecture, Planning and Environmental Policy.

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Ask The Expert: On employment law 8:21

1d ago8:21

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Julie Galbraith, Head of Employment at Eversheds Sutherland and Chair of the Employment Law Association of Ireland is our expert today. Julie give advice to our listeners employment law queries.

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Search and rescue operations continue in Texas 7:49

1d ago7:49

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Search and rescue operations continue after the devastating flash floods in the U.S. state of Texas have taken the lives of at least 80 people. We get the latest in the operations there with Terry Sheridan Senior Director of News, WSHU Public Radio.

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Homeless and emergency accommodation costings 12:27

1d ago12:27

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Homeless and emergency accommodation has cost the state over 360 million euro last year. One way to cut down on this spending is the suggestion that Councils purposely build or buy designated accommodation for the homeless. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie has been looking into the costs involved. He has also been meeting with those who have experienced …

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How to manage perfectionism 12:47

1d ago12:47

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Demanding perfectionism from yourself or others has many complications. Perfectionism is about striving for flawlessness, setting excessively high standards, and being overly critical of oneself, and indeed of others. All to discuss with Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist.

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How young people socialise 10:16

1d ago10:16

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Are young people swapping the late-night club for the run club? The last number of years, there has been an increase in Gen Z ditching the late night drinks for an early morning run. This week we are looking at how socialising has changed over the last decade especially among young people. We chat to Sean Coughlan, Co-founder of Happy Feet Run Club…

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How have first time TDs found the experience in Dáil Éireann? 25:18

1d ago25:18

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As the Dáil winds down for the summer, how have first time TDs found the experience in Dáil Éireann? We are joined by two new TDs: Albert Dolan of Fianna Fáil and Sinéad Gibney of the Social Democrats along with our political correspondent Seán Defoe.

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Netanyahu visits Washington 9:07

1d ago9:07

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is currently en route to Washington DC to meet with US President Donald Trump. There are hopes that the third meeting between the pair will lead to a ceasefire in Gaza. We get the latest from Gregg Carlstrom Middle East Correspondent, The Economist.

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A look back on a busy weekend of sport 9:26

1d ago9:26

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It was a blockbuster weekend in sport as Tipperary defeated Kilkenny in a nail baiting All Ireland Senior Hurling final yesterday. Tipperary will now face cork in the hurling final after they dominated against Dublin in Croke Park on Saturday. Also, English amateur Lottie Woad won the KPMG Women's Irish Open by six shots after Sunday's final round.…

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Are kids overexposed to online purchases in their video games? 10:10

1d ago10:10

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The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission have recently joined Europe-wide investigations into practices related to online purchases in games. With the aim of protecting children from online purchases in games and the tactics companies use to induce children into purchasing from the virtual world. Ivan discusses this and more with Ciara O …

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Teacher ‘supply crisis’ for new school year 15:01

1d ago15:01

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Over 1800 teaching posts still vacant ahead of the new school year. We ask why and how the shortage will impact students come September. All to discuss with Paul Crone, director of the National Association of Principals and Deputies.

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Motor insurance premiums will rise further! 10:09

1d ago10:09

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Drivers have been warned that motor insurance premiums will rise further after a massive surge in claims. Ivan discusses this further with Tracy Sheridan, Alliance for Insurance Reform board member, Member of Play, Activity & Leisure Ireland (PALI).

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This week's Friday Forum discusses college fees and more 26:48

4d ago26:48

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Joining Ivan on this week's Friday Forum was Maeve O’Connell TD, Fine Gael, Dublin Rathdown, Mairéad Farrell TD, Sinn Féin, Galway West, Spokesperson on Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation. Also Claire Scott, Political Correspondent, The Sunday Times.

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4th of July Food with Gareth Mullins 6:06

4d ago6:06

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Gareth Mullins takes us through a Buttermilk chicken burger and BBQ Pork ribs to celebrate the 4th of July.

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Denmark has made military service compulsory for women 9:56

4d ago9:56

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Denmark has made military service compulsory for women for the first time, marking a significant shift in the Scandinavian nation's defence policy. We get the details from Patrick Bury, Senior Security Lecturer at The University Of Bath, Former NATO Analyst and Army Officer.

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Donald Trump’s so-called Big Beautiful Bill passed through congress 11:47

4d ago11:47

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Donald Trump’s so-called Big Beautiful Bill passed through congress yesterday and will head to his desk to become law today. Professor and Political Analyst, Clinton Institute, UCD Scott Lucas brings us full analysis of the Bill and what effect it might have on America.

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The CopenPay initiative! 17:44

4d ago17:44

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This summer in Copenhagen a new scheme offers you something free, if you pick up rubbish. The CopenPay initiative offers around 100 activities in exchange for free or reduced prices on a selection of experiences, from museums to meals out. So should Dublin City Council introduced something similar? Newstalk Henry McKean finds out.…

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Flight cancellations due to strikes by French air traffic controllers 12:06

4d ago12:06

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Ryanair have cancelled a number of flights today due to strikes by French air traffic controllers. This is the second day of planned industrial action that is said to have affected up to 30,000 passengers across both days. We discuss this effects of the strike with Eoghan Corry Air and Travel Magazine Editor.…

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Calls for the protection of Ireland’s endangered sea birds 12:50

4d ago12:50

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Birdwatch Ireland wants the Government to officially designate key locations around and off the coast of Ireland as protected areas. For more on this Ivan spoke to Oonagh Duggan, Head of Advocacy at Birdwatch Ireland.

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From today, Parliament Street is fully pedestrianized 7:42

4d ago7:42

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From today, parts of Parliament Street are being pedestrianized. The sections between Essex Quay and Essex Gate are now car-free, only open to cyclists and pedestrians. We get the details of these changes with Motoring Editor of the Sunday Independent Geraldine Herbert.

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If we gave up our neutrality would we be left to join NATO? 14:22

4d ago14:22

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Last week, NATO held its annual summit in the Hague, Netherlands. Where U.S. President Donald Trump persuaded most NATO countries to commit to a target of 5% of GDP to increase the budget for defence. We are not a member of NATO but with talks about giving up our neutrality policy, we might be left with no choice but to join and pay the €20 billion…

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The three babies left at phone boxes around Ireland, reunited after fifty years 15:17

5d ago15:17

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In the 1960s, three babies were left at differing locations around the country shortly after their birth. David McBride was found in a Belfast driveway, John Dowling was found in a Drogheda phone box and Helen Ward at a Dundalk phone box. All are siblings. Their story was told in a documentary which aired last night and Helen and David joined Ivan …

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The first Brazilian player in the League of Ireland!! 9:00

5d ago9:00

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This year’s League of Ireland has already produced a slew of crazy stories and tasty rumours as it heads towards the business end of the season. Whether fact or fiction, fans of the domestic game have always been kept in good supply of drama and debacle-and even a little bit of glamour. The story of the first Brazilian to play in the League of Irel…

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Should men consider freezing their sperm? 11:03

5d ago11:03

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Egg freezing is a booming business with a 400 percent increase since 2012. But should men consider freezing their sperm? A study found men’s fertility drastically decline for those over the age of 50. Professor of Immunology at Trinity College Dublin Professor Luke O’Neill discusses men’s fertility and their options, including freezing their sperm.…

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The curious rise of post-pandemic allergies 13:22

5d ago13:22

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Allergic diseases are on the rise here in Ireland for more reason than one. Newstalk Reporter Sarah Madden has been investigating the upward trend

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Global spokesperson for UNICEF, James's Elder visits Gaza 20:33

5d ago20:33

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One of the biggest stories for the past almost two years has been the horrific humanitarian situation in Gaza which seems to get worse on a daily basis The death toll has now passed 57,000 according to health authorities in the Enclave. Speaking to Ivan is the global spokesperson for UNICEF, James's elder, who only two weeks ago was in Gaza and he …

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Are we getting our money's worth from sport fixture rising prices? 8:10

5d ago8:10

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This weekend will see the all-Ireland senior hurling championship semi-finals take place. With Saturday's fixture of Cork and Dublin selling out, in a little over two hours. Stand tickets were priced at €60, which is €5 more than last year. This begs the question, are we getting our money's worth from these rising prices? All to discuss with Diarmu…

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Dermatology advice with Professor Catriona Ryan 10:41

5d ago10:41

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Joining Ivan on the show this morning was Professor Catriona Ryan, Consultant Dermatologist with the Institute of Dermatology, to answer your dermatology questions and to give expert advice on skincare treatments and more.

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Minister for Finance Pascal Donohoe on tariffs, college fees and more 29:06

5d ago29:06

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Less than one week out to a deadline for a deal on tariffs between the European Union and the United States, where do negotiations stand? And is it likely that a base rate of 10% tariffs will remain? Minister for Finance Pascal Donohoe is in studio to discuss this and the latest around coalition disagreement on college fees.…

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Garden Stories this week features Kerry woman Annette Dalton 10:47

6d ago10:47

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Garden Stories this week features Kerry woman Annette Dalton who has worked in senior roles in Britain’s gardening establishment including the Royal Horticultural Society, Kew Gardens and the National Trust. She has since returned home to Ireland and joins Jonathan to tell us her story. All with thanks to Tirlán.…

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Motoring: How long will it take for Cork to get a tramline? 10:02

6d ago10:02

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New figures show that new electric car sales up 27% in first half of 2025 - a jump of 81.9% from the 685 registrations in June of last year. This comes as overall new car registrations for June were up 63.5%. The Luas line turns 21 years old, so how long will it take for Cork to get a tramline? All to discuss with Conor Faughnan Transport commentat…

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Families could be paying three thousand euros more for groceries 8:44

6d ago8:44

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The cost of food is rising, and families across the country could be paying three thousand euros more for groceries. Farmers are blaming the Government. We speak to Denis Drennan President of the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association (ICMSA) and also Damien O’Reilly Lecturer in Retail Management at TUD.…

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An intense heatwave is continuing across Europe 11:35

6d ago11:35

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An intense heatwave is continuing to grabble across mainland Europe with as countries are dealing with record-breaking temperatures. We go to France and speak to Lindsey Tramuta, reporter based in France. We also heard from Paul Moore climatologist with Met Eireann.

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Inside Hollywood: Movies with a 'best-before' date 11:53

6d ago11:53

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With the news that Aaron Sorkin is penning a follow-up to David Fincher's The Social Network, we look at other films where the 'real-life' story they were based on evolved (or even changed) after its release with Dee Reddy.

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The new ten year national sexual health strategy 11:37

6d ago11:37

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The Department of Health has launched a new 10-year national sexual health strategy to tackle the rising of sexually transmitted infections among young people in Ireland. While there has been an increase of at home STI testing, there are still a number of issues in the treatment of STI across the country. Among those are staff shortages, clinic clo…

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Trump urges Hamas to accept 60-day ceasefire deal 9:38

6d ago9:38

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US President Donald trump has claimed that Israel is ready to agree a peace deal with Hamas. We get more on this with Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace at Bradford University.

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Green Scene: How plastics bottles can now be turned into paracetamol 6:45

6d ago6:45

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Dr Ruth Freeman looks at grooming behaviour discovered in orcas and how plastics bottles can now be turned into paracetamol. Orcas, also known as killer whales, have been observed mutually grooming each other with a type of seaweed. Also a new discovery has been made researchers have found that bacteria can be used to turn plastic waste into painki…

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The college cost-saving measures parents can avail of 15:11

6d ago15:11

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With the recent government announcement to scrap the temporary 1K college fee subsidy, students and their parents are concerned about being able to afford their children’s college tuition. Sinéad Ryan talks to us about the cost-saving measures parents can avail of, like the SUZI grant and tax benefit.…

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Ruth Ware on her new book 'The Woman In Suite 11' 8:59

6d ago8:59

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Eight years ago, ruth ware captivated readers with the story of Lo Blacklock aboard the aurora and now she is back for a second installment of Lo’s adventures. This time around Lo is now happily married and the mother of two children and is swapping the cruise ship for a luxury Swiss hotel. Ruth Ware joins Jonathan Healy to chat the latest on her n…

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George Gibney arrested in the US for extradition back to Ireland for questioning 6:02

6d ago6:02

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Olympic swimming coach George Gibney has been arrested in Florida on foot of historical sexual abuse allegations. Four men have been arrested in connection with the seizure of drugs worth over €31 million in Co Cork. All to discuss with Stephen Breen, Crime Editor of the Irish Sun.

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Meta to launch a brand new Meta Superintelligence Labs 10:06

7d ago10:06

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Mark Zuckerberg announced that Meta will launch a brand new Meta Superintelligence Labs (MSL). This new division will be dedicated to developing artificial general intelligence (AGI) and, ultimately, superintelligence. Jess Kelly brings us more details.

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