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Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:30 GMT
Woman who lost five family members in pier tragedy wants surviving daughter to 'live life'
Rioghnach McGrotty was four months old when she was rescued from a car that slid off a pier after a day at the seaside.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:39:44 GMT
NI households set for £30 electricity reduction in July
The scheme, which will cost £81m, follows on from an announcement made at the UK budget in November 2025.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:03:32 GMT
I went to bed with a sore ear, meningitis put me in a coma
Mark McNamee did not know he had meningitis until he woke up in hospital after being in an induced coma.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 06:44:21 GMT
Meet the Belfast actor at the heart of Peaky Blinders film
As a long-time cast member as Johnny Dogs, Packy Lee has been overwhelmed by the reaction to Peaky Blinders.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 06:33:29 GMT
Primary school kids learning about dangers of child exploitation
A charity in Northern Ireland says one example is young people "being forced and coerced into rioting" like the disorder in Ballymena last summer.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:44:49 GMT
Developers will be able to pay towards wastewater upgrades, says Kimmins
It is part of a plan to improve a chronically underfunded water system which is holding back development and contributing to pollution across Northern Ireland.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:28:28 GMT
Adams' lawyer questions bomb victims' delay for claim
Gerry Adams' legal team suggests that action against their client should have a three-year limitation.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:08 GMT
I'm in agony six years after treatment for anal cancer
Trish Prosser was too embarrassed to tell loved ones about the type of cancer she had as she felt there was a stigma surrounding anal cancer.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 20:24:25 GMT
NI gas prices will rise 'if Iran conflict lasts another month'
The Utility Regulator, responsible for regulating the electricity and gas markets in Northern Ireland, says higher prices could happen.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:29:05 GMT
Natalie McNally murder trial told case against accused is 'circumstantial'
A defence barrister said the trial of Stephen McCullagh was "a classic circumstantial case".

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:16:58 GMT
'Frustrating': Youth clubs only guaranteed funding until June
One MLA on Stormont's Education Committee says the uncertainty is "absolutely reckless".

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:06:28 GMT
Noah's mum frozen out of his Instagram account after his death, inquest hears
Noah Donohoe was found dead almost a week after he went missing in June 2020.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 06:14:35 GMT
People asked for their views on closing city centre roads for fleadh
It has been hailed as the "biggest event ever planned in Belfast" and the road closures are said to be for safety reasons.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:52:36 GMT
No ongoing risk after school's suspected meningitis case
There were concerns about a possible case of bacterial meningitis after a 16-year-old pupil in Belfast was hospitalised.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:02:15 GMT
Updated plan aims to boost NI's resilience to climate change
The third climate change adaptation plan for Northern Ireland should have been in place since 2024.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:38 GMT
Scammed out of £17k, one woman flew across UK to confront suspect
Rhonda Montgomery was scammed out of £17,000 by fraudsters pretending to work for Revolut.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 23:57:32 GMT
Don't ignore nurseries while expanding childcare, says principal
There are concerns the childcare strategy is focused on expanding childcare rather than protecting nursery education.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:13:48 GMT
In pictures: St Patrick's Day celebrations around the world
What do St Patrick's Day celebrations look like around the world?

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 06:36:28 GMT
Community service 'keeps us off the streets'
Some of those convicted of crimes are pleased not to be sent to prison and are instead carrying out community service.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:35:28 GMT
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Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:00:58 GMT
Jessie Buckley dedicates Oscar win to 'beautiful chaos of a mother's heart'
Paul Thomas Anderson's political thriller wins six prizes including best picture and best director.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 00:01:33 GMT
Bomb aftermath was 'a scene of a complete chaos that I'll never forget'
Four people were murdered, including two children, after a no warning bomb planted by the UVF exploded at the bar in Dungannon on St Patrick's Day, 50 years ago.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:28:35 GMT
The scientists playing hide-and-seek with peek-a-boo prawns
Scientists are sharpening their prawn burrow-spotting skills before the annual Irish Sea survey.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:18:25 GMT
Belfast eyes boost from two years of world's largest Irish music event
Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann will come to Belfast again in 2027 after its debut year in the city this year.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 08:31:27 GMT
Meet Ray - he only wanted to retire, now he's been to the Oscars
Voiced by Domhnall Gleeson and directed by John Kelly, Retirement Plan is nominated for Best Animated Short Film at the 98th Academy Awards.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 06:12:43 GMT
Don't be put off opera says singer, after Chalamet's 'misguided' comments
Timothée Chalamet triggered backlash after he dismissed ballet and opera as arts that audiences do not care about.

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 06:41:18 GMT
'Music was a life raft after dad's death' says Foy Vance
The singer-songwriter, from Bangor, who is loved by stars like Elton John and Ed Sheeran, has finished his seventh of seven albums.

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:18:34 GMT
Instagram-worthy iconic umbrellas return after glow-up
Visitors and locals alike have been posing for Insta-worthy pictures under the brollies since they were first installed in 2021.

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 06:23:31 GMT
Country to Country returns to Belfast - all you need to know
It is billed as Europe's largest country music festival and will be back at the SSE Arena.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:27:44 GMT
Home of family with newborn 'a biohazard' after oil theft as prices spiral
"Absolute travesty" for family targeted by thieves, as oil price rises - and reports of price gouging - prompt watchdog to act.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:35:42 GMT
'My daughter died in her sleep, with no warning'
Jo-Ann Burns says her daughter Nicola wasn't told about Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:31:24 GMT
Whistlin' Donkeys need 'one more miracle' ahead of US St Patrick's gigs
The band's tour vehicle was broken into while in the US and cash, equipment and a passport were stolen.

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 06:42:00 GMT
The Irish martial artists learning their Celtic ancestors' moves
Bataireacht - or Irish stick fighting - is a two-handed combat sport, and it's growing in popularity.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:34:12 GMT
Councillors back plans for 750 new Londonderry homes
Councillors approve two Apex Housing development proposals to build hundreds of new homes in Derry

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:37:52 GMT
Sectarian graffiti on Apprentice Boys' hall condemned
UUP councillor Darren Guy says there is no place for such graffiti in this city or anywhere else.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:19:31 GMT
Man injured after 'savage' attack by masked men
Police say they believe three masked men entered a property in Creggan and attacked a man in bed.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:29:44 GMT
Hospital's faulty heating fixed, health trust says
The Western Trust says it will continue to monitor temperatures at the Derry mental health unit.

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 08:33:49 GMT
'Pointless' to stay open due to regeneration work, trader says
Business owners in Castlederg say they are frustrated by the impact construction work is having on the town.

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:15:20 GMT
Man jailed for having pipe bombs that exploded outside homes
Noel Logan had denied three counts of having the devices with intent to endanger life or cause serious injury.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:22:23 GMT
Lyra McKee accused will not give evidence at trial
The journalist was shot dead during rioting in the Creggan area of Derry in April 2019.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 09:38:12 GMT
Minister 'fully committed' to university expansion plans
It comes after a senior civil servant said raised questions about funding for the continued expansion of the Ulster University (UU) campus in Londonderry.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:21:31 GMT
Questions raised over university expansion funding
A top civil servant says it would take an extra £40m a year to grow Ulster University's campus in Derry and the one in Coleraine.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 06:21:29 GMT
'My composer grandfather was ahead of his time'
William Love, who was born in the Fountain area of Derry, has been honoured with a blue plaque in the city.

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 06:47:35 GMT
Can a headset help people with a fear of heights?
Liam Harte has developed aVR experience that guides users through a series of height-based scenarios.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 21:20:39 GMT
Epstein files St Patrick's Day float 'unacceptable', says rape crisis charity
The float, which appeared in counties Galway and Mayo, showed people in wigs grappling on a mattress.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:31:13 GMT
Irish PM dodges potential St Patrick's Day bruises at Trump meeting
BBC News NI political editor Enda McClafferty looks at how Micheál Martin fared against Donald Trump during their St Patrick's Day meeting.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 08:31:27 GMT
Meet Ray - he only wanted to retire, now he's been to the Oscars
Voiced by Domhnall Gleeson and directed by John Kelly, Retirement Plan is nominated for Best Animated Short Film at the 98th Academy Awards.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 12:16:56 GMT
Cocaine worth €5.25m seized and two arrested
A man and woman were arrested after Gardaí searched a number of vehicles and a business in County Monaghan.

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:40:51 GMT
Pensioner dies after being hit by bus
The man was taken to St Vincent's University Hospital in Dublin with serious injuries where he died on Friday evening.

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 06:32:51 GMT
Ancient fort damage 'deeply concerning'
An Grianán of Aileach is one of the most historic sites in County Donegal.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:31:11 GMT
Toddler dies after being struck by car in underground car park
The three-year-old boy was hit by a car in the car park of Charlestown Shopping Centre in Finglas on Wednesday.

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 14:39:19 GMT
Jessie Buckley says acting helped her overcome eating disorder as a teenager
The Oscar-frontrunner says acting is "like water to me" as she credits her craft with helping her mental health.

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 09:37:23 GMT
Irish government chartered flight from Oman arrives in Dublin
The flight departed from Muscat, Oman, and made a stopover in Egypt before arriving in Dublin.

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:24:49 GMT
Irish economy grew strongly in 2025
Official figures suggest that Irish GDP grew by more than 12% in 2025.

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