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The Script's Danny O'Donoghue joins calls for under 16s social media ban: 'They are warping our minds'
The Script
The singer swapped the stage for Leinster House earlier this week as he shared his thoughts on the online world
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Social media giants accused of 'experimenting with young people's mental health' - here's what you need to know
Social media
Simon Harris has said he would like to set 16 as the minimum age for which social media access is permitted
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Tánaiste says 16 is the golden age for allowing teens on social media, as EU ban proposals likely to fall short
Social media
An outright ban on social media use for under-16s at an EU level was not recommended by an expert report handed to the EU Commission
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Social media ban update as restrictions up to 16-year-olds likely - all you need to know
Social media
The Special Panel on Child Safety Online presented a report to the EU Commission today
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MEP Cynthia Ni Mhurchu warns against under 16s social media ban, despite previous campaign
Social media
Tánaiste Simon Harris has been adamant he wants to bring in a ban, but critics say children will find a way to bypass it
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Influencer, 27, dies after plunging from tower block in Dubai as investigation launched
Dubai
The influencer gained a massive following through her modelling pictures and travel posts
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EU considers crackdown on influencers promoting weight loss jabs and cosmetic surgery
Social media
A new EU Act aims to tackle misleading influencer marketing across all member states
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Gardai seize €170k Ferrari in Cork after spotting four major issues
Gardai
Gardai seized a Ferrari supercar in Cork after discovering it had no tax, insurance, NCT or Irish registration despite being in the country for more than four years.
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Charleen Murphy fuels Love Island rumours after flying to Mallorca
Love Island
The 27-year-old is known for her fashion and lifestyle content on social media and could be joining the series as a bombshell
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Man films himself blocking 80-year-old woman from going up stairs saying 'I'm relaxing'
Transport
The incident sparked outrage on social media with viewers saying 'show some respect'
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Heartfelt appeal after Irish man dies with no one to attend funeral
Funerals
A funeral director has issued a heartfelt appeal for people to attend the funeral of an Irish man who died with no known next of kin.
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Popular Dublin pub bans AI generated posters and flyers in support of artists
Pubs
The Thomas House bar located in Dublin 8 has been in business for over 15 years.
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'Momentum building' for EU ban on children’s social media use, says Taoiseach
Micheal Martin
A ban on the use of social media by under-16s is due to be in place in the UK by next spring, and similar measures were introduced in Australia in December last year
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Wowcher 'extremely sorry' over crocodile attack email
Social media
Outrage grew after screenshots of the email were shared across social media platforms and bulletin boards
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Phoenix Park's new 'eco toilets' spark wave of jokes after first photo shared
Phoenix Park
Phoenix Park's first look at its brand new eco toilets has prompted a flood of humorous reactions on social media.
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Coronation Street Sarah star pictured kissing Irish influencer
Coronation Street
Coronation Street actress Tina O'Brien has been pictured kissing Irish influencer and paramedic Rory Martin after splitting from her millionaire ex last year.
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Majority of Irish adults and 80% of parents in favour of banning social media for under 16s
Social media
The UK announced earlier this week it will be following Australia in banning platforms for children
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Irish holidaymakers face €100 fine for breaking this rule at Dublin Airport
Dublin Airport
Officers revealed they detected one driver travelling at 70km/h on the Departures Road, despite the speed limit being 30km/h.
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Why an Irish social media ban for kids would be 'embarrassing' for Europe - all you need to know
Social media
Ireland's Communication minister has warned of a lack of progress in a potential ban
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Irish holidaymakers warned as popular beach bans umbrellas for anyone aged 10 to 65
Beaches
A popular beach in Italy has sparked controversy after introducing a new rule banning umbrellas for anyone aged between 10 and 65.
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Theresa Rowley returning to Ireland for singles event one year after viral breakup
Comedy
The Dallas actress and comedian went viral after her transatlantic romance with an Irish man ended in heartbreak
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Popular Dublin pub and restaurant closes immediately due to 'unforeseen circumstances'
Pubs
Many customers were shocked by the news.
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Trump insane social media meltdown with 45 posts shared in just one hour
Donald Trump
The United States president attacked political enemies on Truth Social
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Lucy Kennedy 'sobbed' over social media comments but now stays away from negativity
Lucy Kennedy
The presenter is juggling a full schedule with her hit show Living with Lucy, her radio show on Classic Hits, her success as a children’s author and now the release of her first adult novel, not to mention raising her three children
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