But the DUP warns that the Northern Ireland's secretary's plan for more discussions is "pointless".

About 100,000 people are expected to attend the return of one of Europe's biggest Halloween parties.

Andrew Charles, one of Northern Ireland's last surviving D-Day veterans, died last weekend.

A restored pulpit, designed for a church in 1878, could soon be used for concerts and bingo.

Oscar-tipped Irish language film An Cailín Ciúin has smashed box office records.

Forty-four-year-old Liam Christie was shot eight times at close range at his home in Antrim town.

A spooky 1970s tale from the BBC archives is brought up-to-date as the legend of Isaac lives on.

A report finds little progress in increasing the qualifications gained by the most disadvantaged groups.

Ireland's Katie Taylor retains her IBF, WBA, WBC, WBO world lightweight titles with a comprehensive win against Karen Elizabeth Carabajal.

Ulster hold off Munster's rally to win 15-14 in the United Rugby Championship which secures their first Thomond Park victory since 2014.

Those who worked in the Old Cathedral Building explain how businesses are adapting since the fire.

A series of events will allow people to explore the stories surrounding the night of the fire.

Linfield respond to last week's stinging 4-2 loss at home to Larne by securing a hard-fought 2-0 away win over 10-man Newry City as Crusaders win to go second.

BBC News NI goes to St George's Market to gauge how the public feel about the prospect of an election.

The exceptional early-season form of Conor McMenamin-inspired Glentoran sees them installed as one of the early favourites to win the Irish Premiership title race.

The weather forecast in Northern Ireland.

With the devolution deadline passed, the day-to-day running of departments goes to civil servants.

NI Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris says he will be calling an election as Stormont deadline passes.

As many households brace for a hard winter, the BBC takes a look at where the help is coming from.

The Northern Ireland secretary says he is "deeply disappointed that we are where we are now".

BBC News NI gauges reaction from people at St George's Market in Belfast about a fresh assembly election.

The father of a girl with severe medical conditions has voiced his dismay at waiting lists in NI.

After 20 years of living in Scotland, Bronagh O'Kane came home to help out on the family farm.

John Rafferty was a GAA player who represented County Tyrone U20s in 2021.

Niall Sheerin, who is serving a seven-year jail sentence, will be subject to conditions upon his release.

The west was the worst affected, with floodwater causing problems in Dungiven and Drumquin.

Police say they believe the attacks less than 24 hours apart in the city are linked.

Ireland captain Andrew Balbirnie says Monday's crunch T20 World Cup encounter with defending champions Australia is "something pretty special".

Irish police say more than 260 statements have been taken since the fatal explosion.

Katie Taylor believes a rematch with Amanda Serrano at a sold-out Croke Park can happen in 2023 as she prepares to fight Karen Elizabeth Carabajal on Saturday.

The man and woman, both in their 60s, died after the collision involving two cars and a lorry.

The Department of Foreign Affairs ordered the closure after pressure from a human rights group.