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Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:17:39 GMT
Young people 'urged to attack police' in west Belfast disorder
Jim Donnelly said youth workers who had been trying to help young people had since received threats.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 23:12:08 GMT
Hosepipe ban across Republic of Ireland but NI avoids same precaution
The hosepipe ban in the Republic of Ireland will come into place at midnight on Friday but NI Water said it is not considering same move.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 05:16:33 GMT
Musicians battle it out for 'golden key' to take part in All-Ireland Fleadh
The competitions are split into a multitude of age ranges and cover traditional musical instruments.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:30:04 GMT
Deterioration of city centre 'a crisis' for business owners
One business owner whose cafe was vandalised says the "scale and severity of drug-related activity" has escalated.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:32:07 GMT
'Delivery from demons' among accounts in clerical child abuse report
The wide-ranging report, entitled Investigation into Experiences of Victims and Survivors of Historical Clerical Child Abuse, was written by Professor Tim Chapman.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 22:16:06 GMT
Five Team NI boxers one win from the podium
Five Northern Ireland boxers are one win away from a Commonwealth Games' medal following Wednesday's draw.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:50:21 GMT
Man denies murdering dad-of-two who died after assault
Stephen Holmes died in hospital five days after he was assaulted at a house.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:29:38 GMT
Dior to make Irish debut with Dublin show
The Northern Ireland-born designer says he is "so excited and so proud" to be able to show the collection at Ireland's oldest university.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:13:10 GMT
Gerry Kelly will not contest next Stormont election
Gerry Kelly has represented Belfast North since the assembly was established.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:00:10 GMT
'My sister is not just another statistic' - Jennie's Law is signed
A bill known as Jennie's Law has been approved by the Dáil (Irish parliament) and has now be signed off by the Irish president.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:47:56 GMT
NI to get additional money due to Burnham's bus fare freeze
The exact amount will not be known until the Autumn Budget but is likely to be around £10m to £15m.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:14:12 GMT
How a singer's chance encounter led to an alien experience in Hollywood
Winnie Ama couldn't believe her luck when she had the chance to sing her original song in the new Supergirl movie - but there was a catch.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:04:16 GMT
Minister to bring forward storm compensation law
It comes despite the independent Utility Regulator saying it is not the right time to do so.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:56:45 GMT
The campaigner who gave shirt factory women a voice
Trade unionist Sarah Doherty, who fought for Derry's women workers, is being honoured with a blue plaque.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:44:04 GMT
How a former Blue Peter presenter stunned America's Got Talent judges
Joel M made the judges' personal items disappear on the latest series of America's Got Talent.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:20:07 GMT
Going with the flow: Renewable energy battery breakthrough
A 3D-printed battery designed at Queen's University Belfast could speed up energy storage research.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:29:13 GMT
The small seaside town winning big from TV tourism
Hope Street has been popular with audiences not just in the UK but overseas since it started in 2021.

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:18:59 GMT
What will an Andy Burnham premiership mean for NI?
Devolution, the budget and legacy are all on the agenda for Andy Burnham when it comes to Northern Ireland.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:28:57 GMT
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Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:31:51 GMT
E-scooters - the rules, risks and repercussions
After injuries to more than 120 children in two years, Stormont is trying to curb illegal use.

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 06:10:13 GMT
The dancers competing in a different kind of world cup
42 dance schools have come together to represent Northern Ireland in the prestigious competition.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:28:00 GMT
Summer holidays: Juggling, budgeting and imagination
The tax charged on children's meals, arts and other family attractions has been reduced to 5% over the summer months.

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 23:01:03 GMT
My ice hockey dream is taking me 3,000 miles from home
Molly will be attending a school in Canada for student-athletes, where she will combine studies with elite-level ice hockey training.

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:09:49 GMT
'I've been offered a dip in the paddling pool': Working in a heatwave
In Northern Ireland there are currently no laws on the maximum temperature an employee can work in.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:46:49 GMT
Derry City sanctioned after crowd trouble during CSKA Sofia match
Derry City are to be issued a suspended partial closure of Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium by Uefa.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:00:25 GMT
More than 1,000 teams taking part in record-breaking football tournament
A record 1,013 teams from across the island of Ireland, the UK, Europe and North America are taking part in this year's competition.

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:08:28 GMT
Children flee onto pitch amid disorder at football stadium
The referee stopped the game at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium, and police were deployed.

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:27:30 GMT
Police investigating after shots fired at house
One person was in the house at the time, however, no one was injured.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:33:30 GMT
Pope names Michael Router as new Bishop of Derry
Bishop Router moves from the Diocese of Armagh, where he has been Auxiliary Bishop for the last seven years.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:45:26 GMT
Motorists causing 'chaos' at Blue Flag beach, says councillor
Gardaí (Irish police) have seized two cars as they tackle illegal parking at Shroove in County Donegal.

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:22:30 GMT
Man left 'broken and hopeless' as husband detained at airport
Mike Gallagher, a UK citizen, and his Canadian spouse Terry MacInally have been living in Northern Ireland for five years.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:34:59 GMT
Further infant remains uncovered at former mother-and-baby home
The institution for unmarried mothers and their children was in operation from 1925 until 1961.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:09:06 GMT
Man charged over incident where car rams into crowd
Sean McGlone from Drogheda appeared in court on Monday morning charged with dangerous driving.

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:17:38 GMT
Ship at centre of record cocaine seizure finally leaves Cork
Managing and maintaining the MV Matthew since September 2023 cost the Irish state around €17m.

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:32:35 GMT
Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker dies at 81
She won for her role in 1989 film My Left Foot and had well-loved parts in Home Alone 2 and TV's Casualty.

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:52:26 GMT
Ireland experiences longest heatwave since 1976
The current heatwave in Northern Ireland has lasted for five days, but temperatures look set to dip on Friday.

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 07:53:53 GMT
Economists likened to climate deniers in Irish unity debate
Thomas Gould made the comments during an Dáil debate on the tax and spending implications of unification.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:34:47 GMT
New law will remove 32 million annual passenger cap at Dublin Airport
Known as the Dublin Airport (Passenger Capacity) Act 2026, the legislation will grant the minister for transport powers to lift the 32 million annual passenger restriction.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:21:25 GMT
Aer Lingus proposes cutting 500 jobs under savings plan
The company proposes cutting 290 roles in its head office, along with 140 cabin roles and 70 pilots.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT
In Case You Missed It
Fast-growing chickens are reshaping the poultry industry, and dividing opinion.

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