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Thu, 10 Sep 2026 06:43:59 GMTMum left 'shaking and intimidated' after son placed on Child Protection Register
Danielle McQuillan said she does not understand why her son, who has
autism and severe learning disabilities, was registered.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 08:37:32 GMTTaoiseach says greater clarity needed over border poll call
Micheál Martin says it's "not satisfactory" that the decision to call a referendum is left simply as a 'judgement call" for the Northern Ireland secretary.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 05:15:07 GMTMaghaberry assaults more than double in four years
The number of recorded assaults at Maghaberry Prison has more than doubled in four years.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 08:00:42 GMTStormont emails reveal paramilitaries 'toxic' role in flags decisions
The flag stayed up for several months after contractors said support was needed from "community representatives with the authority to order the removal".
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:42:17 GMTMan appears in court after death of woman last year
Mary McAdorey was found in a house in the Old Mill Drive area of Newtownabbey on 12 October 2025.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:01:52 GMTA5 road costs hit almost £200m without work starting yet
The 58-mile (85km) dual carriageway between Londonderry and the border at Aughnacloy was first announced in 2007, but has been beset by funding and legal issues.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:41:47 GMTShare Energy to increase electricity prices by 12.6%
The supplier said the industry has faced "exceptional volatility" following Russia's invasion of Ukraine and instability in the Middle East.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:54:28 GMTMan described as an 'instigator' in Ballymena riots jailed
Bradley Philip Douglas, 29, from Waveney Mews in Ballymena, was handed a five-year sentence at Antrim Crown Court.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:08:52 GMTPolice investigation of Creswell indecent exposure allegation 'failed victim'
The Police Ombudsman finds that "police failed the complainant, both as a woman and as a victim".
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:36:46 GMTPSNI to increase number of officers carrying tasers
It comes after 850 assaults on officers were reported from 6 September 2025 to 6 September 2026.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:21:16 GMTAir traffic failure was avoidable, says transport secretary
Heidi Alexander orders an investigation into the glitch that caused more than 2,000 flight cancellations.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:48:10 GMTTech firm invests over £15m into AI jobs
First Derivative is headquartered in Newry but the company has clients around the globe and works with around 80 banks.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:20:18 GMTLaw Society CEO 'guilty of gross misconduct' over sex offender reference
David Lavery had provided a character reference after the conviction of former schoolteacher William Lloyd-Lavery.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:59:42 GMTSome 'knock-on effects' for Belfast flights after air traffic control glitch
Departures from a number of airports are affected by a technical problem affecting air traffic control provider Nats.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:20:35 GMTGAA refute misogyny in 'strongest possible terms'
GAA director general Tom Ryan says the organisation's commitment to integration remains "firm and absolute" in the wake of comments made by former Irish president Dr Mary McAleese.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:51:27 GMTEA clarifies use of halal chicken in school canteens after 'misinformation'
The EA says it is putting out the information "to counter misinformation that has been circulating on social media".
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:19:41 GMT'We're a pretty good duo': Meet the tennis doubles pair with a 66-year age gap
David McCandless, 80, and his 14-year-old doubles partner Liam teamed up two years ago – and they haven't looked back since.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:10:43 GMT'We were target of sinister heating oil theft and want to warn others'
A charity is warning about the risk of home heating oil thefts after falling victim to the crime.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:08:49 GMTTalkback at 40: From the Troubles to peace to aliens and Donald Trump
Radio Ulster's longest-running phone-in programme is celebrating an important milestone - its 40th birthday.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026 05:18:56 GMTMeet the furry faces empowering children to face their fears
Support dogs can help calm autistic people, monitor blood sugar and help with mobility.
Sun, 06 Sep 2026 20:12:58 GMTFormer BBC journalist Stephen Walker dies, aged 61
During a high-profile career at the BBC for three decades, he was an investigative reporter on the Spotlight programme, as well as being both London correspondent and political correspondent.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:34:43 GMTBBC Newsline signed summary
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Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:13:49 GMTPolice attacked with petrol bombs during 'orchestrated' disorder
The police say the trouble in Derry on Monday night involved up to 50 masked people and that some had weapons.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:11:12 GMTSt Columb's Hall bought with £3.75m of lottery funding
Work will begin on the redevelopment of the 138-year-old hall early in 2027.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:44:53 GMTPolice told us it was safe to race, says Israel team coach
Four Israeli triathletes were withdrawn from the Derry race after organisers raised concerns about their participation.
Sun, 06 Sep 2026 16:23:54 GMTPolice officer headbutted and left with 'significant facial injury'
Officers were responding to a disturbance at a flat on Saturday.
Sat, 05 Sep 2026 14:18:31 GMTResidents evacuated after arson attack at former gym
The blaze started at about 06:00 BST on Saturday at the former gym on Grainan Drive.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:26:50 GMTSinn Féin to protest against Trump's visit to Ireland
This weekend, Donald Trump will meet Irish president Catherine Connolly and Taoiseach Micheál Martin before flying to his golf course at Doonbeg.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:43:34 GMTTicketmaster accused of misleading Oasis fans
Oasis performed at the Dublin stadium on 16 August and 17 August as part of their wider reunion tour.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026 06:52:51 GMTTrump set to attend star-studded Irish Open at Doonbeg
BBC Sport looks ahead to the Irish Open with Rory McIlroy trying to defend the title and President Trump poised to attend.
Sat, 05 Sep 2026 21:55:16 GMTToddler dies following hit-and-run
The boy was taken to hospital with serious injuries but was later pronounced dead.
Sat, 05 Sep 2026 09:37:25 GMTBoy, 12, who died in crash was 'talented young footballer'
The crash that killed the child happened when a train collided with a car near Ballyhaunis.
Sat, 05 Sep 2026 05:52:05 GMTAncient cave art discovery suggests first known humans in Ireland walked over from Wales
During the most recent Ice Age, researchers believe there was a "lost land bridge" between Wales and Ireland.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMTIn Case You Missed It
Fast-growing chickens are reshaping the poultry industry, and dividing opinion.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:55:24 GMTTalkback: 40th Anniversary Special
William Crawley hosts a special edition of Talkback, marking its 40th anniversary