Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are very good friends, White House director confirms

Russian President Vladimir Putin launched fresh attacks on Ukraine just hours after a call with US President Donald Trump, despite a supposed 30-day "energy and infrastructure ceasefire" agreement. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned Russia's strikes on civilian infrastructure, criticizing Putin for rejecting a full ceasefire and calling for continued pressure on Russia. European leaders, including Germany's defence minister and the EU's foreign policy chief, expressed distrust towards Russia, while the UK government positioned itself as...

US President Donald Trump criticized The Atlantic writer Ashley Parker for not acknowledging his alleged three-time victory in the presidency, dismissing her as incapable of conducting a fair interview. Trump also denounced The Atlantic's reporting on his alleged comments about deceased soldiers as fake, calling for the magazine to cease publication. The president continues to question the credibility of journalists and their outlets, including HuffPost, as part of his ongoing attacks on the press. Full...

Ten local authorities, including Cavan, Clare, Donegal, and Fingal, have never imposed a derelict sites levy on owners in their areas, despite being allowed to do so since 2020. Limerick City and County Council stands out for its proactive approach, with 412 properties on its Derelict Sites Register and over €245,000 levied and collected in 2023. Overall, there are significant disparities among local authorities in addressing dereliction, with more than a fifth of all properties...

Guinness has seen a surge in popularity worldwide, with Great Britain leading in consumption followed by Nigeria, which now surpasses Ireland. The creamy stout, founded in Dublin in 1759, is known for its rich flavor and smooth head. Nigeria's version, the Foreign Extra Stout, brewed since 1962, is stronger and more bitter, catering to local tastes with an alcohol content of 7.5%. Full Article

Gwyneth Paltrow showed support for Meghan Markle's new Netflix show, With Love, Meghan, despite not knowing the Duchess personally or watching the series. Paltrow emphasized the importance of women supporting each other and shared advice from her mother about competition. The show, which has received mixed reviews, is part of Netflix's deal with Meghan and Prince Harry's production company Archewell. Full Article

Russian President Vladimir Putin casually dismissed concerns about being late for his call with Donald Trump, where the US president planned to discuss a 30-day ceasefire in the Ukraine war. Despite Moscow's desire for peace on its terms, Putin was an hour late for the call, having been speaking to a room full of oligarchs. This incident follows a previous delay with Trump's envoy and highlights the shifting dynamics in US-Russia relations amid the ongoing...