What does the cryptic crossword clue "Former colony is the latest source of irritation (3,5)" mean?

The definition is "Former colony". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. NEWS (synonym of "latest") + PAIN (synonym of "irritation") [first letter: "source"]; definition: "Former colony" The answer is NEW SPAIN.

Former colony is the latest source of irritation (3,5)

Times Cryptic #29217 | 15 Across | 2025-04-30 flower

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