Clare To Find Out All Ireland Camogie Quarter Final Opponents This Morning

Landmark Opening Brings PET-CT Scanning To The Mid-West For The First Time

A major milestone for healthcare in the Mid-West has been reached with the opening of the new Bon Secours Diagnostic Imaging Centre in Limerick.   For the first time, patients across the region, including those in County Clare, will have access to PET-CT scanning closer to home—a significant step forward in cancer diagnosis and treatment planning.   The state-of-the-art facility also offers a wide range of advanced imaging services designed to improve access, reduce travel and deliver faster care.   Joining Alan Morrissey earlier to tell us more was Eimear O'Donnell, Human  Resources  Director  at  Alliance Medical. Photo (c) Clare FM

Lecturer Warns Of Long-Term Cognitive Impact of AI On Students

Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we work, learn and communicate.   But is it also changing the way we think? A lecturer from County Clare is raising concerns that increasing reliance on AI could have long-term consequences for students' critical thinking and learning.   Michael Griffin has taught English at the University of Limerick for 23 years, and while he sees the benefits of AI, he believes it's important we don't lose the ability to think for ourselves.   Michael joined Alan Morrissey earlier to discuss further. Photo (c) Clare FM

Scientists Describe Recent European Heatwave As Most Severe Ever Recorded

Scientists have described the recent European heatwave as the most severe ever recorded, with a new study concluding it would have been virtually impossible without human-caused climate change.   The report warns that extreme heat is becoming more frequent and more dangerous, with Irish cities among those experiencing record levels of heat stress.   But for many people, one question remains: can a small country like Ireland really make a meaningful difference?   To discuss the latest findings and what they mean for us here at home, Alan Morrissey was joined by leading climate expert of NUI Maynooth, Professor John Sweeney. Meanwhile, households are facing the prospect of even higher electricity bills, as the recent European heatwave pushes up wholesale energy prices and puts pressure on electricity supplies.   EirGrid has issued a series of system alerts this week, while several energy providers have announced further price increases.   With many families already struggling with the cost of living, questions are being asked about how Ireland can protect consumers from increasingly volatile energy markets.   Joining Alan Morrissey to discuss the issue was Ireland South Independent MEP Michael McNamara. Image (c) Africa images via Canva

Clare To Find Out All Ireland Camogie Quarter Final Opponents This Morning

Clare will find out their opponents in the quarter final of the All Ireland Camogie Championship this morning. The Banner booked their spot in the last six with a 0-16 to 1-8 victory over Offaly in Birr. Clare will face off against either Waterford or Tipperary in Croke Park this weekend.  Boss Euege Foudy says his side showed great determination to grind out the win.

Mistakes Costly Says Shine As Clare Bow Out Of Ladies Football Championship

Clare ladies football boss Graham Shine says mistakes proved costly for his side as they bowed out of the All Ireland Championship. Their campaign came to an end after a 3-13 to 1-8 defeat by Fermanagh in Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chiosóg. Fermanagh raised green flags from consecutive kick-outs in the first half providing them a lead they wouldn't relinquish. Shine says the defeat will be a learning opportunity for his young side.