A to Z of 2024: From annexation and the Burkes to xenophobia and underwear on the outside

Colin Sheridan takes a look at the year ahead for Irish and world politics, personalities, sporting hopes, and cultural trends

Rhasidat Adeleke is among Ireland's medal hopes at the Paris Summer Olympics. Picture: Dan Sheridan 

A for Annexation

After so long in the wilderness, the annexation of territories is making a strong comeback.