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McGregor sparks storm with Irish leader comments

UFC superstar Conor McGregor faces backlash after making inflammatory remarks about Irish political leaders and their stance on Palestine, drawing condemnation from government officials.

Jess Phillips: Starmer government no different to Tories

Labour MP Jess Phillips launches extraordinary attack on her own party's government, accusing Keir Starmer of abandoning promises and failing vulnerable women. Exclusive analysis of the growing rift within Labour.

Sinn Féin faces backlash over Israel-Palestine motion

Northern Ireland's political landscape faces fresh turmoil as Sinn Féin's controversial motion on the Israel-Palestine conflict sparks cross-party criticism and threatens to destabilise power-sharing arrangements.

Ireland presidential election turnout concerns

Concerns mount over democratic engagement in Ireland as presidential election sees low turnout and record number of invalid votes, raising questions about voter confidence.

Hilary Benn dismissed in Labour reshuffle

Sir Keir Starmer's surprise cabinet reshuffle sees Hilary Benn removed from his Northern Ireland role, with significant implications for Labour's approach to devolution and cross-border relations.

Martin Mansergh: Architect of Irish Peace Dies at 76

Discover the remarkable legacy of Martin Mansergh, the key architect behind the Northern Ireland peace process whose quiet diplomacy and intellectual rigour helped transform Anglo-Irish relations.

DUP's Wilson attacks King Charles over Irish PM meeting

Democratic Unionist Party veteran Sammy Wilson has launched a scathing attack on King Charles III for meeting Irish Taoiseach Leo Varadkar at Hillsborough Castle, accusing the monarch of undermining Northern Ireland's place in the United Kingdom.

Labour MP's Bill Seeks to Bar Gerry Adams from Parliament

Exclusive: Labour backbencher Sarah Owen tables groundbreaking legislation that could prevent Gerry Adams from standing for election to Westminster, reigniting debates about parliamentary eligibility and Northern Ireland's political legacy.

England Qualify for World Cup After Ireland Victory

Gareth Southgate's Three Lions secure crucial World Cup qualification in tense showdown against Republic of Ireland. Expert breakdown of the match that sealed England's ticket to international football's biggest stage.

DUP MP's farm payments spark Stormont scrutiny

Democratic Unionist Party MP Gavin Robinson faces questions after receiving agricultural subsidies while serving as an MP, highlighting tensions between Westminster roles and Stormont interests.

Ireland's Euro 2025 hopes dented by Armenia draw

Republic of Ireland's qualification campaign for Euro 2025 faces uncertainty after frustrating 1-1 draw against Armenia at Tallaght Stadium, leaving Eileen Gleeson's side needing results elsewhere.

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