All were found guilty of making or sharing malicious comments about Brigitte Macron’s gender and sexuality, saying she had been born a man. The US lawsuit states that the accusation Brigitte Macron is a man called Jean-Michel Trogneux is completely false and that Trogneux is in fact Brigitte Macron’s older brother. Delphine Jegousse, known as Amandine Roy, was one of the 10 people accused of spreading false online claims about Brigitte Macron’s gender and sexuality. Photograph: APThe false theory about Brigitte Macron’s gender spread in part because the Macrons’ relationship has long been a topic of comment online. Brigitte Macron, who is 24 years older than her husband, first met Emmanuel Macron when she was a French teacher at his Jesuit secondary school in Amiens, where she directed him in a school play.

Ruben Amorim immediately admitted 'mistake' before making decision on Man Utd jobManchester United have sacked head coach Ruben Amorim after a tumultuous period on and off the pitch, with the club sitting in sixth place in the Premier LeagueView 2 Images Ruben Amorim held talks with Premier League suitors while in charge at Sporting CP (Image: UEFA via Getty Images)Months before taking over at Manchester United, Ruben Amorim held talks with another Premier League club. ‌Amorim ended up successful in that title charge and remained at Sporting until a few months later when Manchester United came calling. "This will give the team the best opportunity of the highest possible Premier League finish." And now, with the Hammers four points from Premier League safety, there has been speculation over Nuno's future at the London Stadium. Join our new MAN UTD WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Manchester United content from Mirror Football.

The attack threatens Chinese interests in more ways than one. “Such hegemonic acts of the US seriously violate international law and Venezuela’s sovereignty, and threaten peace and security in Latin America and the Caribbean region. Some western commentators have suggested that Trump’s action against Maduro could offer Beijing a useful precedent to decapitate the political leadership in Taiwan. But China’s outrage at Washington’s latest assault on international law and the UN Charter is more than rhetoric: it reflects Chinese interests. This behaviour drags the world back toward a barbaric colonial era of plunder, in open defiance of international law,” it said.

Luke Littler looked up and down the rows of filled seats, the line of microphones pointed at his mouth, the expectant faces hanging on his every word. Luke Littler with the Sid Waddell trophy after his World Darts Championship final win. [ Luke Littler claims back-to-back PDC World Championship titlesOpens in new window ]We can probably surmise how Taylor secretly feels about that. Luke Littler with the Sid Waddell trophy after defeating Gian van Veen on Saturday. But he’s indicative of an accelerating trend: the next Luke Littler could quite frankly emerge from anywhere, and at any time.

Now, however, Jessie is having the last laugh - being tipped for Oscars success after her life-changing role in Hamnet. On Sunday night, the former reality TV star was awarded the Critics Choice for Best Actress - at a glittering ceremony that is known for being the best predictor for the Academy Awards. Yet while Jessie may not have landed the role, she still went on to achieve career success. On Sunday night, she won the Critics Choice Best Actress award and is up for the same award at the Golden Globes this weekend. and Hamnet, revealing she had just two weeks off between filming the monster movie and the historical drama.

Meghan Markle will release her first book for adults in 2026, it was claimed today. She is lining up her first cookbook, off the back of With Love, Meghan - and it will do 'no harm' to Harry's family back in the UK, it is said. The Daily Mail's insider said: 'Meghan is looking at a cookbook for early 2026 and there will be more lifestyle products coming in the spring'. But she will move away from her crepe and biscuit kits, which were among the first products she produced when her business launched in March 2025, the Daily Mail's source claimed. Meghan's cookbook, likely to include recipes from her With Love, Meghan series plus other favourites she has devised at home, would be her first for adults.

Baltinglass resident and Vice-President of the IRVA, Leo Lieghio said Deputy Collins' comments send out the wrong message. The Irish Road Victims Association (IRVA) says it's concerned by comments made by the Independent Ireland leader in relation to drink driving. In a recent interview with the Journal.ie, Michael Collins suggested it may be safe for someone to drive after drinking two pints. Although the Cork South West TD also says it's not one of his party's policies. Baltinglass resident and Vice-President of the IRVA, Leo Lieghio said Deputy Collins' comments send out the wrong message.

But that is when you need to check yourself and remember this is Manchester United we are talking about. Man Utd bosses broke promise to Ruben Amorim as true reason for sacking emerges READ MORE :The club backed the manager to the hilt in the summer. View 2 Images Kobbie Mainoo was ostracised by Ruben Amorim at Man Utd (Image: Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)‌Similar with Benjamin Sesko. This is a serious player who has got potential and would be better in a better team with a better manager. Article continues belowJoin our new MAN UTD WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Manchester United content from Mirror Football.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has declined to criticise the United States for its abduction of Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro but said he would have preferred a peaceful transition to democracy in the country. Taoiseach Micheál Martin speaks to China's president Xi Jinping during a bilateral meeting at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. So in other words, Ireland has always been international since our independence,” Mr Martin told reporters later. The museum complex is closed on Mondays so Mr Martin and his delegation had it to themselves as they were led through it on a private tour. It has been a most stimulating and fascinating visit which will inspire further study,” Mr Martin wrote in the visitors’ book afterwards.

An Taisce, who conduct the surveys on behalf of IBAL, complimented the winning town for its consistently strong performance in recent years. Photo: GettyWhile urban areas still dominate the lower reaches of the rankings, 10 of the 13 areas surveyed showed an improvement in cleanliness in 2025. “The most pleasing finding of 2025 was the progress made in socially disadvantaged areas,” Mr Horgan said. Drogheda in Co Louth was declared the most “moderately littered” town in Ireland, joined in the classification by Navan, Dublin City Centre, Athlone, Limerick City Centre and Dundalk. DroghedaThe areas labelled “littered” were Cork Northside, Ballymun in Dublin, Galway Inner City (Ballybane) and Dublin North Inner City.

PwC’s Insolvency Barometer for 2025 found that the rate of insolvencies stood at 27 per 10,000 companies. Photograph: ThinkstockIrish corporate insolvencies fell slightly last year from a six-year high in 2024 but the number of company collapses could accelerate if unemployment continues to rise, according to PwC. The firm said the insolvency rate has been stable over the past three years, notwithstanding quarterly fluctuations, crediting it to the strength of the Irish economy. PwC’s Insolvency Barometer for 2025 found that the rate of insolvencies stood at 27 per 10,000 companies, or some 848 insolvencies in the year. The firm noted, however, that an increasing unemployment rate historically points to increasing levels of insolvencies, a 1 per cent increase in the unemployment would be expected to see an additional 245 insolvencies.

Emergency services, including gardaí and paramedics, were called to the scene at around 3.50am, and Mr McCahill was pronounced dead shortly afterwards. Gardaí at the scene of the incident near Ardara (North West Newspix)An investigation was immediately launched, and a man in his 30s, known to the deceased, was later arrested at another location. Gardaí believe Mr McCahill suffered fatal knife injuries, and a post-mortem examination will be carried out to confirm the exact cause of death. Stephen McCahill was well-known in the town of Ardara and throughout Donegal for his involvement in several businesses and as a community activist. In 2011, Mr McCahill stood as an independent candidate in that year’s general election, receiving almost 2,000 first preference votes, but missed out on a Dáil seat.

Burst pipes cost from €500 to €2,000 to repair but they can be insulated for much less than thatAs the freezing weather persists, households will be doing their best to maintain their plumbing and prevent burst pipes. Here are some top tips on how to prevent your pipes from freezing this winter and how to thaw them if already frozen. This pressure can then cause your pipe to burst, so it’s advisable to take every precaution you can,” he said. “If there’s cold weather on the way and you haven’t had the time to insulate your pipes properly, you can DIY it too. "However, a small bump in your heating costs will still cost far less than the repair of a burst pipe," he said.

Ruben Amorim has been sacked by Manchester United after 14 months as their head coach. “I came here to be the manager of Manchester United – not to be the coach of Manchester United,” he said, even though his title was, in a first for the club, head coach rather than manager. This will give the team the best opportunity of the highest possible Premier League finish. The club would like to thank Ruben for his contribution to the club and wishes him well for the future.”[ Ken Early: Is Ruben Amorim a coach or a manager? He oversaw United’s lowest Premier League finish – 15th, with 42 points – last season and lost the Europa League final to Spurs.

IFA President Francie Gorman said IFA will take up the invitation to attend and speak at the Independent Ireland Mercosur protest in Athlone next Sat, Jan 10th. “We would strongly encourage farmers to attend next Saturday to convey their opposition to Mercosur. “An EU blocking minority requires four countries that make up at least 35% of the population of the EU. IFA also highlighted that Brazilian beef was recently recalled from 12 different EU countries due the presence of illegal hormones. The investigation clearly reinforces the public health risk associated with importing beef and poultry from Brazil into the EU.