John Downing: What’s the new EU-UK deal on Brexit all about?

Brussels and London have agreed a framework that has been branded a ‘betrayal’ by Keir Starmer’s critics in Britain UK prime minister Keir Starmer and European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen after a press conference in London to announce the deal. Photo: PA To calls of “sell-out” from hardcore Brexiteers, and claims of “betrayal” … Read more

Councillors brace for chaotic Conor McGregor bid to seek presidential nomination – The Irish Times

Local councillors are bracing for an onslaught of pressure to support mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter Conor McGregor as he prepares a run for the Irish presidency. Many representatives fear being subjected to an unprecedented online campaign led by McGregor’s US supporters, including prominent supporters of Donald Trump’s administration and billionaire Elon Musk, to nominate … Read more

The Irish Sea is to be renamed the British Sea – and from now on underwear will be worn on the outside – The Irish Times

Welcome to the United Kingdom of 2029. Nigel Farage, having scraped a majority of parliamentary seats at the general election, summons reporters to a press conference at Downing Street. His desk groans beneath vellum scrolls, each decorated with ribbon and wax seal. You know? The sort of things King John unrolled in The Adventures of … Read more

Tommy Robinson and Conor McGregor find common cause – The Irish Times

Any Irish people who hang around Westminster have been hit with the same question many times in recent years from curious British politicos: “What’s the deal with the anti-immigration protests in Ireland?” Moderates, especially those from the left, often deliver the inquiry with narrowed eyes and a slightly incredulous tone, as if they can’t quite … Read more

Conor McGregor hangs out with Farage and Hegseth in Washington ahead of Trump's inauguration – TheJournal.ie

Conor McGregor hangs out with Farage and Hegseth in Washington ahead of Trump’s inauguration  TheJournal.ie Conor McGregor joins Donald Trump supporters at victory rally in US  The Irish Times Conor McGregor renews presidential run vow at Trump event in DC  Gript Conor McGregor set to reunite with Dana White at major event after UFC 311  Bloody Elbow Jake Paul … Read more

Conor McGregor joins Donald Trump supporters at victory rally in US – The Irish Times

Conor McGregor was among the attendees at a pre-inauguration rally for Donald Trump in Washington DC where the US president-elect told supporters on the eve of being sworn into office he would end “American decline”. “We are so back!” Mr McGregor posted on social media platform X, posing next to Reform UK leader Nigel Farage … Read more

Farage says he and Musk are ‘friends’ but warns: ‘I can’t be bullied’ | Politics | News

Nigel Farage has said he and Elon Musk are still friends but warned he “can’t be bullied” after the Tesla boss called for a new Reform UK leader. It comes after the tech billionaire said on his social media site X last week that the MP “doesn’t have what it takes” to lead his party. … Read more

Musk examines how to oust Starmer as prime minister before next UK election – The Irish Times

Elon Musk has privately discussed with allies how Keir Starmer could be removed as UK prime minister before the next general election, according to people briefed on the matter. Mr Musk, the world’s richest man and key confidant of US president-elect Donald Trump, is probing how he and his right-wing allies can destabilise the UK … Read more

Trump’s Chaos Agents Stir Tensions and Infighting in Europe – POLITICO

The Political ‍Drama Unfolding: Meloni,Musk,and the MAGA influence on Europe The world of politics is no stranger to drama,but​ the recent interplay between Italian prime Minister Giorgia Meloni,Elon Musk,and the MAGA loyalists has taken it to a whole ‌new level. From whispered alliances to public spats, this saga is as much about power dynamics as … Read more