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How are aircrafts tackling the wildfires in France and Spain?
31/07/2026 | 6 mins.
This week, firefighters across Europe have been battling strong wildfires from France to Greece. But what is involved in order to get on top of these fires? Pete Hutchison, also known as Pete the Irish Pilot on social media, joined Anton Savage on the show to discuss.
A near-total eclipse of Ireland is on the way
31/07/2026 | 3 mins.
A “once-in-a-generation” solar eclipse is coming this August, and it will be the strongest Ireland has seen since 1999. Leo Enright, Space Commentator, joined us on the show with the details.
Over half of child car seats fail RSA safety checks
31/07/2026 | 4 mins.
Over half of child car seats checked by the Road Safety Authority service were found to be fitted incorrectly in first six months of 2026. Ron Richardson, Lead Checker with The RSA Check and Fit Service joined us on the show.
Hamas says it has agreed to disarmament in Gaza
31/07/2026 | 7 mins.
Hamas says it has agreed to its complete disarmament and the withdrawal of Israel from the strip. The agreement was announced by US President Donald Trump but Israel is yet to comment. Fawaz Gerges, Professor of International Relations at London School of Economics and Political Science joined us on the show to discuss.
UEFA to boycott World Cup if FIFA plans approved
31/07/2026 | 10 mins.
FIFA has defended its controversial plan to sell stakes in its competitions, including the World Cup, to private investors. UEFA's 55 member associations have unanimously voted to boycott all FIFA competitions, including the World Cup, if FIFA goes ahead with these plans.
Professor of football finance at Liverpool University, Kieran Maguire, joined Anton Savage on the show this morning.

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