Midlands Today with Will Faulkner

A Midlands family shares the devastating long-term impact of a missed cervical cancer diagnosis, highlighting the lasting trauma caused by healthcare failings.
Fuel protests continue as campaigners demand stronger Government action to address rising energy costs affecting workers and businesses.
Offaly golfer Shane Lowry makes a strong start at the Masters, while local stories include a Parkinson’s fundraiser and a Midlands appearance on First Dates Ireland.

Fuel protests intensify across the country, with calls for greater Government action as rising energy costs continue to impact households and businesses.
A Midlands engineer helps launch an innovative bracelet designed to relieve menopause hot flushes using advanced cooling technology.
New research warns artificial intelligence could significantly impact high-skilled jobs and reshape Ireland’s labour market in the coming years.

An Offaly engineer helps launch a new cooling bracelet designed to ease menopause hot flushes, with the device entering the Irish market this week.
A 91-year-old peace activist walks across Ireland highlighting concerns about military use of Shannon Airport and Ireland’s neutrality.
New figures show a rise in violence against hospital staff, with growing concern over safety pressures in emergency departments.

NASA’s Artemis II astronauts make history by travelling farther from Earth than any humans before during a landmark lunar flyby mission.
Rising fuel costs spark protests across Ireland, with drivers and hauliers warning the cost of living continues to put pressure on households and businesses.
A Laois fundraiser aims to support the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation, inspired by a young girl living with a rare neurological condition.

European authorities approve emergency funding to distil surplus French wine into industrial alcohol as demand for red and rosé declines.
A Status Yellow wind warning is in place nationwide as Storm Dave is set to bring strong gusts and difficult travelling conditions this weekend.
Legal action against users of illegal “dodgy boxes” is being considered, as broadcasters attempt to tackle widespread piracy of TV and sports content.