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Ryanair's CEO Michael O’Leary criticizes the UK government’s economic strategy and potential air passenger duty increases, warning of flight and airport relocations. The airline reports strong profits and passenger growth, citing Boeing deliveries and demand, amid EU rules he deems problematic.
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The Louvre in Paris remains closed due to ongoing strikes and security issues following a recent jewel heist. The museum is raising ticket prices for non-European visitors to fund renovations amid internal disputes and maintenance problems, highlighting ongoing tensions over access, funding, and security.
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As of January 21, 2026, Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary and Elon Musk have engaged in a public feud over the installation of Musk's Starlink satellite Wi-Fi on Ryanair flights. O'Leary rejected Starlink citing high costs and fuel drag, while Musk called for O'Leary's firing and floated buying Ryanair. The spat has boosted Ryanair bookings and sparked a promotional seat sale.