She had fake explicit images shared of her.
Gráinne Seoige will address the Oireachtas Media Committee on the dangers of deepfakes today.
Fake explicit images of the broadcaster were shared online during her general election campaign for Fianna Fail last year.
Meanwhile an Irish MEP says we should be a leading light in Europe when it comes to tackling non-consensual AI generated images.
Midlands North West representative Maria Walsh says we hold more power on this issue than we realise:
Westmeath Gardai Looking To Reunite Items With Owners
Both items were found in Mullingar.
ODVSS Calls For Mandatory Risk Assessments Under Jennie’s Law
They want statutory footing for Operation Encompass.
Gardaí Issue Appeal Over Missing Midlands Teen
Jordan Holden was last seen in Carlow Town.
Offaly Domestic Violence Service Welcomes Proposed Criminal Law Bill
Jennie’s Law includes measures to strengthen Ireland’s response to sexual offences.
Laois Man To Walk Around Ireland To Raise Funds For Sick Children
Prabeen Rawal is aiming to raise €50k for a children's charity.
Laois Community Moves To Revive Traditional St Brigid’s Festival
The Timahoe community has begun preparations for a February 1st festival.
1,300 Year Old Human Remains Discovered At Offaly Bog After Storm Eowyn
Some remains date back to between AD 662 and 817.
Independent Artists Unite For Free Midlands Music Night
There will be song, spoken word, poetry and much more.
HSE Apologises For "Egregious Errors" In Care For Midlands Woman Crushed By Horse
Bryonny Sainsbury died after being crushed by a horse in August 2021.
Too Many 'Problems' For Musk To Buy Ryanair
It follows a public spat between Mr. Musk and Michael O'Leary.
Midlands MEP Calls Out Donald Trump Amid Tariff Threat
Barry Cowen believes Donald Trump does not speak for the American people.
Adjournment Granted Over Dangerous Driving Case Which Led To Girl's Death
Babak Meshkat is accused of dangerous driving leading to the death of his daughter.
Laois Man Gets Seven Years For Abusing Daughter
The offences took place between 1977 and 1983.
Man Arrested For Laois Burglaries
The 19 year old has been arrested, detained and charged.
Over 100 Children Recorded Homeless In Midlands Amid Action Plan
A public consultation's been launched today.
Historic Convent Cross Returns To Laois Town After 30 Years
The stone cross is now being returned to the people of Abbeyleix.
Enterprise Minister Attending World Economic Forum
Longford-Westmeath TD Peter Burke is representing the Government in Davos.
IFA President In Strasbourg For Anti-Mercosur Farmers’ Protest
The Mercosur deal has yet to be ratified.
Midland Regional Hospital Mullingar Ask Patients To Consider Treatment Options
Patients with non-emergency conditions must seek assistance from other parts of the health service.
Westmeath Actress Receives IFTA Nomination
Niamh Algar is in the running for Lead Actress in a Drama.
