EU–Mercosur trade deal approved after 25 years of negotiations
The European Union’s trade agreement with Mercosur passed with the required qualified majority, despite opposition from France, Poland, Austria, Ireland, and Hungary. EU capitals have until 6 p.m. to submit any formal objections. German industrial leaders describe the deal as a “major success.”
Israel will participate in Eurovision; Spain, the Netherlands & Ireland withdraw
Members of the European Broadcasting Union defied warnings of withdrawals and said yes to Israel’s participation in the contest – Iceland and Slovenia are also expected to withdraw
Conor McGregor says he will run for President of Ireland: “Time for real change”
If you want to see my name on the ballot for president, please contact your local county councillors today and ask them to nominate me, he says in the video he posted on Instagram