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Wednesday 21 January 2026 Dublin: 7°C
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'You'd all be speaking German' if not for the US, Trump tells world leaders in Davos
The US President is due to host “many meetings” with European and world leaders during the forum.
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The Daily Poll
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Technical Difficulties
Trump (eventually) departs for Davos after 'minor electrical issue' on Air Force One
The US President’s plane was forced to turn back after taking off from Washington, before he switched to a smaller aircraft.
Trump is due to address the World Economic Forum at 1.30pm, but is now expected to be late.
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The Morning Lead
Irish judge refused to use preferred name of transgender child in State care
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