Today’s special programme takes a closer look at the ongoing inquest into the death of 14-year-old Noah Donohoe.As new evidence continues to emerge, we step through what the inquest has heard so far — from toxicology findings and expert testimony, to the timeline of events in the hours after Noah disappeared.We examine key elements that are raising questions for many following the case, including:The role of Public Interest Immunity (PII) and what it means for evidence that may not be fully disclosedThe movement of Noah’s belongings in the hours after he went missingThe limits of forensic science and what can — and cannot — be determined with certaintyEnvironmental factors relating to the storm drain where Noah was foundWe also reflect on past cases, including that of Arlene Arkinson, to explore how inquests can evolve over time and why early investigative decisions can matter years later.This is a careful, fact-based discussion — not about speculation, but about understanding evidence, uncertainty, and the questions that remain.

This week on MOTH News Live, we bring you the latest developments from the Noah Donohoe inquest in Belfast, where expert testimony has described the case as “one of the most extraordinary” encountered by a forensic pathologist. We’ll break down the key evidence heard in court this week, including what medical experts agreed on about the cause and timing of Noah’s death.We’ll also look at the debate surrounding Dublin Zoo’s Mother’s Day promotion, after comedian James Patrice’s “Malahide Woman” character was chosen as the ambassador for the zoo’s St Patrick’s weekend Irish culture event — a decision that has divided opinion online and in politics.And we continue examining the wider conversation around Irish connections emerging in the Epstein document releases, asking what transparency and accountability should look like when international financial networks intersect with Irish business and public institutions.Join Keith Walsh, Oscar Virdee and Al as we look at the stories behind the headlines and the questions still being asked.Live Friday at 11am.

Tomorrow on MOTH News Live, we examine the growing questions around the Epstein files and the Irish connections being discussed this week. As more documents and correspondence emerge internationally, the debate is widening: should Ireland carry out its own inquiry if Irish names or business networks appear in the material?We’ll also look at rising tensions in the Middle East following the latest Iran–Israel escalation and the argument coming from Washington that external pressure could trigger internal political change in Iran. Is that realistic — or does history suggest the opposite?Back in Ireland, a controversial arrest has raised questions about free speech and proportionality in policing, after Gardaí travelled across the country to arrest a man over a social media comment aimed at a journalist.And we’ll bring you the latest developments from the Noah Donohoe inquest in Belfast, where new evidence continues to examine the timeline of events and the early stages of the police investigation.Join Keith Walsh, Al and Oscar Virdee as we look at the stories and the questions behind them.Live Friday at 11am.

Ireland is drowning long before COP30 can save it.In this episode, we start in North Kerry, where a homeowner watched floodwater surround her home while hedge-cutting debris piled up in a stream like a “beaver dam.” We use a Futurama clip to explain why climate summits still matter, break down what COP30 actually delivered in Belém, and look at why Ireland keeps ending up in court over its climate plans.Al joins the discussion to talk systems failure, tech parallels, and why Ireland struggles with implementation.Then environmental specialist John Doherty from the Inishowen Rivers Trust explains how farmers in Wales reduced flooding with simple, grant-funded measures — the exact kind of practical solution Ireland constantly talks about but rarely does.A grounded, solutions-focused look at the messy gap between climate policy and the lived reality in Irish communities already underwater.

MOTH News Live — Friday 20 NovemberThis week: US businessman Jeff Leo faces a High Court grilling over €60 million in disputed assets, unfiled accounts, and a secret stake in an IPAS accommodation centre.Keith breaks down what it means — and why it matters.Also:The real story behind the Beyond the Pale Festival rescueOscar explains how FOI requests hold the State to accountAnd Ireland’s playoff path for the 2026 World CupLive from 11am with Keith Walsh, Oscar Virdee and Al Francis.

Moth News Live returns with a brand new format! Host Keith Walsh, joined by Al and Oscar, leads a high-stakes investigation into three stories the establishment doesn't want discussed.This week, we are asking who is financially benefiting from Ireland's ongoing crises. Keith begins by dissecting Simon Harris's suggestion that immigration is the core housing problem, arguing instead that the focus should be on the financial beneficiaries who profit from the crisis's continuation. We examine a sourced snapshot of private companies currently operating IPAS centers, including Barlow Properties, Cromey Ltd., Aramark, and Mosney Unlimited Company, and ask the central question: “Who’s lobbying hardest to keep it this way?”.Next, Oscar brings alarming data from Dublin and Wicklow adolescent addiction programs. We discuss the finding that up to a quarter of teenagers seeking treatment have ADHD, which is a recognized risk factor for addiction. We explore the prevalence of cannabis (70%) and the regulatory failure surrounding the surge of the semi-synthetic cannabinoid HHC (20%).Finally, Al investigates the turbulent world of startup investment. We highlight the success of the Boole Angel Investment Syndicate, which has invested €15 million, but contrast this with serious allegations stemming from the collapse of food-tech startup Senoptica. We examine claims that investor actions (by Boole Nominees Ltd.) were an "unreasonable and inconsistent" move that "created a funding crisis" designed to be exploited.Join us as we connect the dots and expose the forces profiting from instability—from housing to health to high-tech finance.

Neil Giles of Stop the Traffik says the pattern of trafficking has changed, with more victims from Nigeria and Ghana who are exploited long before reaching Europe. He argues that prevention begins with lived-experience narratives and digital outreach. Campaigns on Facebook and Instagram Lite warn communities about false job offers and scams. Giles cites Desmond Tutu’s analogy: instead of rescuing people downstream, we must stop them from falling in upstream. He says changing awareness and reducing profit can disrupt traffickers’ control.

Miriam Moriarty Owens, one of four Boarded‑Out survivors sleeping rough outside Leinster House, discusses the 40‑day hunger strike, the meeting with Taoiseach Micheál Martin, the role of the upcoming mediator, and the demand for a written HAA medical, state pension and official apology.