Irish Minister Leaves X Over Grok Deepfake Controversy
Ireland's Media Minister Patrick O'Donovan deactivated his X account, citing abuse and concerns over Grok AI's sexual deepfakes. Junior minister warns laws may have been broken.
Ireland's Media Minister Patrick O'Donovan deactivated his X account, citing abuse and concerns over Grok AI's sexual deepfakes. Junior minister warns laws may have been broken.
Ireland's Media Minister Patrick O'Donovan has left X, citing abuse and concerns over AI-generated sexual deepfakes. Read the full story on the growing regulatory clash.
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Newly released Irish state papers reveal Princess Diana was seen as 'far more skilled' in media battles against Prince Charles, with her team actively working to upstage his 1995 visit. Read the full story.
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Comedian Rosie O'Donnell reveals her therapist advised a social media break from criticising Donald Trump, but she couldn't stay silent. Discover details of their two-decade feud and her life in Ireland.
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Shocking analysis shows hundreds of thousands of children aged 3-5 are on social media. Experts warn of adult-targeted algorithms and call for urgent action to protect young minds.
Australian cricketer Sam Konstas faces social media fury after a shocking bowling performance for the Prime Minister's XI against England. Discover his dramatic fall from grace.
New academic studies reveal Ireland's pubs are vanishing at alarming rates, threatening community cohesion and cultural heritage. Discover the sobering findings.
New research reveals excessive social media use is often a habit, not an addiction. Discover the real impact on mental health and why so many feel hooked. Read the full story.
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Climate Minister Chris Bowen appointed to lead COP31 negotiations while retaining domestic portfolio. Experts dismiss Coalition's 'part-time minister' claims as 'culture cringe'. Read the full analysis.
British photographer Steve Pyke captures Ireland's literary greats in striking portraits. Featuring Edna O'Brien, Seamus Heaney and contemporary voices. Discover the stories behind the images.
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A night of celebration turned to tragedy as five young people died in a car crash near Dundalk. Read the full story on this heartbreaking incident.
The Irish government announces a radical plan to build 300,000 homes by 2030 to tackle the housing crisis. Discover how this ambitious target will be achieved.
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Westminster officials accused of undermining Irish farming sector with controversial policy decisions, sparking cross-border tensions and political backlash.
A Dublin man dubbed the 'Irish Maradona' has been sentenced to five years for an elaborate cancer scam that defrauded friends and family of €345,000 using shocking methods including inserting iPhone cables in his nose.
An Australian influencer family has relocated to the UK to circumvent Australia's proposed social media ban for children under 16, sparking debate about digital parenting and regulation.
Irish Minister for Integration Roderic O'Gorman was refused accommodation at a Belfast hotel, prompting serious concerns from Dublin about political motivations behind the incident.
The Australian government is debating a controversial proposal to ban social media access for children under 16, sparking intense debate about online safety versus digital rights.
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