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Comedian Katherine Ryan clarified her comments about Meghan Markle and her Netflix series on her podcast, expressing support for Meghan while critiquing the show's presentation and the Duchess's Hollywood persona. Katherine highlighted the issue of unconscious bias and Meghan's experiences with racism, suggesting that Meghan's image seems manufactured and insincere. She noted that the show has garnered mixed reactions, with viewers both supporting and criticizing it, questioning the authenticity of Meghan's public persona. Full Article

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed disappointment in response to US President Donald Trump's decision to impose 25% tariffs on steel and aluminium imports, warning that all options are on the table for the UK's retaliatory measures. Trade unions have raised concerns about potential job losses in the British steel industry and called for decisive action from the government. While negotiations for a tariff-free economic deal with the US are ongoing, the UK remains open...

A Dublin solicitor, Anthony Joyce, faces accusations of aiding a couple in concealing €10,000 during bankruptcy proceedings, prompting a disciplinary inquiry. The allegation of aiding and abetting the couple is being contested, with the solicitor's lawyer calling for the process to be stopped due to concerns of unfair treatment. The tribunal has decided to proceed with the inquiry, with the solicitor planning to seek a judicial review in the High Court, leading to an adjournment...

This week, a potential ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia was announced following US-mediated talks, with Kyiv accepting a 30-day truce proposal, waiting for Russia's response. The war has taken a catastrophic toll, with high military and civilian casualties, and significant infrastructure damage. While a ceasefire offers hope, long-term security guarantees and deterrence against future Russian aggression are essential to prevent further conflict and economic consequences globally. Full Article

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Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer advocates for a significant overhaul of the civil service to address global instability, emphasizing the use of technology and artificial intelligence to enhance public service delivery and potentially save up to £45 billion. While critics raise concerns about potential job cuts, Starmer emphasizes the need for urgency in improving efficiency and productivity, aiming to reshape the state to better serve working people. Downing Street rejects claims of drastic cuts, focusing...