Inside Ireland’s Media Moment: Costs, Closures and the Next Big Shift
A sharp look at the latest shifts in Ireland’s media landscape, from RTÉ spending debates to closures, trust trends and AI adoption.
The Last Sting: What Ended The Phoenix’s 43-Year Reign
The closure of The Phoenix ends a bold era of insider reporting and offers a stark lesson for Irish journalism.
Comcast’s Big Break-Up Puts NBCUniversal and Sky on a New Track
Comcast plans to spin off NBCUniversal and Sky, creating two public companies in a move set to reshape global media strategy.
Should Ireland Go Further Than a Teen Social Media Ban?
Irish reactions to the UK’s under-16 social media ban show the real fight may be against addictive algorithms, not just app access.
Burnham’s Big Moment: Why Britain Could Be Heading for a Softer Turn
Andy Burnham’s Westminster return could reshape Labour, UK-Ireland ties and the wider post-Brexit political mood.
Lidl’s New Charity Push Shines a Light on Ireland’s Hidden Carers
Lidl Ireland’s 2026 Heart of Gold campaign backs Family Carers Ireland as new research reveals the intense pressure facing carers.
End of an Era as BBC Switches Off Long Wave After Nearly 100 Years
BBC Radio 4’s long wave shutdown signals a major shift in legacy broadcasting and digital listening priorities.
World Cup Water Breaks Turn Into a Broadcast Goldmine
World Cup hydration breaks are becoming a major advertising play, raising fresh questions for broadcasters, sponsors and viewer experience.
End of an Era as The Phoenix Bows Out After Four Decades
The Phoenix is closing after more than 40 years, highlighting the deep pressures facing legacy print titles in Ireland.
From Far-Right Fixer to Frontline Storyteller: The Reinvention of Caolan Robertson
Caolan Robertson’s journey from propagandist to Ukraine reporter reveals how digital storytelling is reshaping modern journalism.
