Tag: Media
Late Late at a Crossroads: Why RTÉ’s Signature Show Faces Its...
RTÉ’s Late Late dilemma is no longer just about Patrick Kielty. It’s about whether the show still matters in modern media Ireland.
When Celebration Meets Unease: America’s Birthday in a Divided Age
A sharp editorial reflection on America at 250, where World Cup joy collides with deep political anxiety.
Free-to-Air Today, Paywalled Tomorrow? Ireland’s World Cup Viewing Crossroads
RTÉ has every World Cup match free-to-air, but rising rights costs raise fresh questions about how long that model can last in Ireland.
Europe’s Scorching Warning Shot Reshapes the Climate Story
Europe’s heatwave is being framed as a climate warning, with major implications for public health, policy and Irish media coverage.
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.
Big Audience, Bigger Bill: RTÉ Defends Prague Match Spend
RTÉ’s €57,000 Prague trip has sparked debate across Irish media, with the broadcaster citing huge ratings, streams and revenue gains.
End of an Era as The Phoenix Bows Out After Four...
The Phoenix is closing after more than 40 years, highlighting the deep pressures facing legacy print titles in Ireland.
Trusted Brands, Tuning Out: Ireland’s News Paradox Comes Into Focus
Ireland still trusts major news brands, but growing news avoidance reveals a new challenge for publishers and the wider media sector.
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...
Andy Burnham’s Westminster return could reshape Labour, UK-Ireland ties and the wider post-Brexit political mood.
