-Cillian Murphy has become the first Irish-born actor to win Best Actor in a Leading Role in the Bafta's 77-year history. Oppenheimer swept the awards at the ceremony in London.
-There's a call on the RTE Director General for "full disclosure" on the pay packages for four RTE executives. Kevin Bakhurst revealed over the weekend Rory Coveney accepted an exit payment when he stood down as Director of Strategy.
-People are being encouraged to get registered before a busy year of voting. Those under 30 account for 20 per cent of the electorate.
-Leaving Cert students will soon be studying Barbie. The smash-hit movie by Greta Gerwig will be on the English syllabus for 2026.
