Joe Lynam

Metrolink’s €550k boss Seán Sweeney quits in fresh blow to transport project Mr Sweeney cites distance from his New Zealand home as reason for departure. Seriously, what did he expect from a job on the other side of the world? independent.ie/irish-news/met…

The question is no longer whether @PM_ViktorOrban and Fidesz will lose on 12 April - they will. It's whether Orban will accept the result and concede power

Diamond market clapped by lab-grown diamonds. Price of lab-grown diamonds down 80% in past 5 years. Natural diamonds currently still with ~8x premium to lab-grown ones. But lab-grown taking huge share, accounting for 61% of engagement rings in 2025, per The Knot (vs. ~25% in 2020). *** The Knot: theknotww.com/press-releases…

The threat of NATO’s break-up, easing sanctions on Russia, a massive energy crisis in Europe, halting aid for Ukraine and blocking the loan for Kyiv by Orbán - it all looks like Putin’s dream plan.

Flight cancellations have begun in the UK. Many London City-Guernsey flights grounded by Aurigny. Bristol/Exeter departures combined. “Global instability” and lower demand to blame. “Temporary fuel adjustment surcharge” of £2 per sector on all new bookings independent.co.uk/travel/news-an…

‘Most expensive World Cup ever’ — European FAs complain to FIFA. thetimes.com/sport/football…

European countries believe that 16 places out of 48 for the World Cup is nowhere near enough There is also disquiet over home advantage in these play-offs, that may see neutral venues raised in future independent.co.uk/sport/football…

@FT @emmetoliver Are these the weapons he SELLS to Europe?

Trump threatened to stop weapons for Ukraine unless Europe joined Hormuz coalition ft.trib.al/W1wh66u

I discussed the priorities of Ireland’s EU Presidency in the second half of this year with Minister for Foreign Affairs, Trade, and Defense of Ireland Helen McEntee. For Ukraine, it is very important that the principle of opening clusters for a country that fulfils its obligations finally starts to work. I provided a detailed briefing on the results of my visits to countries in the Middle East and the protection system that Ukraine proposed there. We are ready to work in the same format with European partners, both on a bilateral basis and within the SAFE instrument. In all dimensions, Europe must be protected, and Ukrainian expertise can make a significant contribution to security. I thank Ireland for all its support – military, humanitarian, and energy-related. I am personally grateful to Helen McEntee for taking part in the Bucha Summit, which took place yesterday, on the fourth anniversary of the liberation of Bucha from Russian occupiers.

@robertrea @DeItaone the same constitution that he has ignored thus far?

@DeItaone @JoeBLynam He can consider it all he wants. He doesn’t have the power to do so under the constitution

TRUMP: WILL EXPRESS 'MY DISGUST' WITH NATO IN HIS SPEECH; SAYS HE IS 'ABSOLUTELY' CONSIDERING WITHDRAWING U.S. FROM NATO

Donald Trump has unsettled NATO allies by strongly suggesting the U.S. may be considering a withdrawal from the alliance. 🔗 politico.eu/article/us-don…

🚨 BREAKING: Keir Starmer says he will form a new partnership with the EU in the coming weeks "As the world continues down this volatile path, our long-term national interest requires closer partnership with our allies in Europe and with the European Union"

🚨BREAKING: Because of the oil price crisis and the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, Austria has decided to open its only nuclear power plant in Zwentendorf on the Danube, which was completed in 1978 but never connected to the grid due to a negative referendum the same year. ⬇️

A Mars Bar cost 28p in 2000. Today it's £1.05, and it's 18% smaller. Price up 275%. Size down 18%. Most people accept this as normal. It shouldn’t be.

@FIFAWorldCup Can’t afford it

The greatest show in the world is ready. Are you? 🏆 #FIFAWorldCup

@wembleystadium @jfa_samuraiblue I've seen this first hand in Japan at the rugby world cup - wouldnt it be great if we copied this in Europe?

Thank you @jfa_samuraiblue ❤️🤝

Europe may face jet fuel shortages in one month from now. Jet fuel imports from Asia and the Middle East are set to drop significantly this month. Rystad: “The European jet fuel market looks fairly supplied for the next few weeks based on stock cover, however the lack of arrivals that will ensue from this week will put significant pressure on domestic and regional refiners to increase yields,"

Greece is preparing for possible Iranian attacks, with its merchant navy holding drills after a drone strike. While Gulf tankers remain potential targets, the only strike on European soil so far hit a British airbase in Cyprus. Al Jazeera's John Psaropoulos reports.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to address the nation this morning, becoming the third leader to do so today, alongside Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.