Newstalk Breakfast

New research suggest that Gen Z women are leaving the handbags at home for nights out. Instead putting their phones and IDs in their bras. 

We get reaction from Cathy O’Connor, a stylist and the founder of Women Unbranded.

IBEC's Economic Outlook reports that the impact of AI on the labour market is still not clear. But early signs show significant effects on trade and investment. It also suggests domestic demand growth of 3.3% for 2026, while inflation is expected to land around 3.5% for the year. 

Joe Lynam discusses this further with Gerard Brady, Chief Economist and Head of National Policy of IBEC. 

The US and Iran are continuing a fifth day of strikes, with Washington saying its latest attacks are aimed at weakening Iran’s ability to target commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

We get the latest on the Middle East with the Middle East Correspondent for Sky News, Adam Parsons.

More and more people are drinking raw milk, claiming it contains health benefits not found in typical milk. Raw milk, which is unpasteurised, does carry health risks.

Joining Jonathan to explain why we should widen raw milk’s availability is Barry Heneghan, TD for Dublin Bay North. Barry.

As the Dáil goes into recess, there are plenty of issues that will generate some controversy throughout the summer and beyond. To discuss with Jonathan was Pat Leahy, Political Editor of The Irish Times.

A spell of hot weather is continuing across Ireland, with temperatures expected to climb into the high twenties. There is also heat warning in place for much of the country 

Speaking to Jonathan with an update on what we can expect was Alan O Reilly of Carlow Weather.

The Federation Against Copyright Theft and Sky have issued legal warnings to 10 suspected illegal IPTV resellers. They are warning they could face court action or referral to Gardaí if they continue selling illegal streaming subscriptions. 

We get the latest on this crack down with FACT Investigation Manager Nick Sumner. 

The political party Aontú are calling for VAT for sunscreen to be removed. Calling it an essential and not a luxury. Jonathan discusses this further with Consultant Dermatologist at Institute of Dermatologists, Clinical Professor at UCD. 

We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Jonathan this morning was Ralph Riegel the Southern Correspondent at the Irish Independent. 

Temperatures could reach up to 30 degrees in parts of Ireland today amidst the current yellow heat warning. Is Ireland is prepared if this heat becomes a more regular event. 

Jonathan asked Keith Leonard the Head of National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management.