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March 13, 2020
Sir Chris Bryant outlines 'checklist' of issues as he takes up NI secretary role

Sir Chris Bryant outlines 'checklist' of issues as he takes up NI secretary role

July 21, 2026

Hilary Benn replaced by a former Anglican priest as part of a Cabinet reshuffle by the new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham.

'My sister is not just another statistic'  - Jennie's Law is signed

'My sister is not just another statistic' - Jennie's Law is signed

July 22, 2026

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.

Man admits killing pensioner who died after being punched

Man admits killing pensioner who died after being punched

July 21, 2026

Anthony 'Tony' Miskimmon, 74, passed away in hospital in November 2024, days after he was knocked unconscious.

VAT cut on household electricity bills will not apply in NI

VAT cut on household electricity bills will not apply in NI

July 21, 2026

Stormont ministers will instead get extra money from the UK government to use on cost of living measures.

Boy has 'sparkle' back after 8-year wait for heart transplant

Boy has 'sparkle' back after 8-year wait for heart transplant

July 21, 2026

Dáithí's family posted on social media on Tuesday to say that he was "at the beginning of his recovery".

Organisation 'shocked' after féile cancels event

Organisation 'shocked' after féile cancels event

July 21, 2026

Féile an Phobail said that it had informed Women's Rights Network that it was withdrawing their event.

Haveron 'proud' of Larne efforts in Red Star defeat

Haveron 'proud' of Larne efforts in Red Star defeat

July 21, 2026

Larne manager Gary Haveron says he is "proud" of his players' efforts in the 4-0 home defeat by Red Star Belgrade in their Champions League second qualifying round, first leg.

Derry City sanctioned after crowd trouble during CSKA Sofia match

Derry City sanctioned after crowd trouble during CSKA Sofia match

July 21, 2026

Derry City are to be issued a suspended partial closure of Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium by Uefa.

How a former Blue Peter presenter stunned America's Got Talent judges

How a former Blue Peter presenter stunned America's Got Talent judges

July 21, 2026

Joel M made the judges' personal items disappear on the latest series of America's Got Talent.

Three arrested on suspicion of attempted murder

Three arrested on suspicion of attempted murder

July 20, 2026

One man in his 30s and two men in their 40s were arrested after a man was assaulted.

'Scandalous' Irish language school funding spent elsewhere, vice chair says

'Scandalous' Irish language school funding spent elsewhere, vice chair says

July 21, 2026

The Department of Education confirms that the majority of £6m earmarked for Irish-medium schools has been spent on other schools.

Little-Pengelly was 'floored' by news of Donaldson arrest

Little-Pengelly was 'floored' by news of Donaldson arrest

July 21, 2026

The deputy first minister says people who worked alongside Jeffrey Donaldson are "floored, shocked and utterly repulsed".

NI economy 'to outperform the UK average over five years'

NI economy 'to outperform the UK average over five years'

July 21, 2026

Ulster University's Economic Policy Centre has upgraded Northern Ireland's growth prospects in light of a resilient jobs market.

Man charged following hit-and-run

Man charged following hit-and-run

July 21, 2026

The 38-year-old is facing charges including dangerous driving and failing to stop following an accident.

Persistent anti-social behaviour is 'scary for our community'

Persistent anti-social behaviour is 'scary for our community'

July 20, 2026

Young people from the Colin area in Belfast have described the recent disorder as "scary" and "awful".

Going with the flow: Renewable energy battery breakthrough

Going with the flow: Renewable energy battery breakthrough

July 20, 2026

A 3D-printed battery designed at Queen's University Belfast could speed up energy storage research.

The small seaside town winning big from TV tourism

The small seaside town winning big from TV tourism

July 20, 2026

Hope Street has been popular with audiences not just in the UK but overseas since it started in 2021.

What will an Andy Burnham premiership mean for NI?

What will an Andy Burnham premiership mean for NI?

July 17, 2026

Devolution, the budget and legacy are all on the agenda for Andy Burnham when it comes to Northern Ireland.

E-scooters - the rules, risks and repercussions

E-scooters - the rules, risks and repercussions

July 19, 2026

After injuries to more than 120 children in two years, Stormont is trying to curb illegal use.

The dancers competing in a different kind of world cup

The dancers competing in a different kind of world cup

July 18, 2026

42 dance schools have come together to represent Northern Ireland in the prestigious competition.

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July 21, 2026

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Summer holidays: Juggling, budgeting and imagination

Summer holidays: Juggling, budgeting and imagination

July 19, 2026

The tax charged on children's meals, arts and other family attractions has been reduced to 5% over the summer months.

My ice hockey dream is taking me 3,000 miles from home

My ice hockey dream is taking me 3,000 miles from home

July 19, 2026

Molly will be attending a school in Canada for student-athletes, where she will combine studies with elite-level ice hockey training.

'I've been offered a dip in the paddling pool': Working in a heatwave

'I've been offered a dip in the paddling pool': Working in a heatwave

July 18, 2026

In Northern Ireland there are currently no laws on the maximum temperature an employee can work in.

More than 1,000 teams taking part in record-breaking football tournament

More than 1,000 teams taking part in record-breaking football tournament

July 20, 2026

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.

Children flee onto pitch amid disorder at football stadium

Children flee onto pitch amid disorder at football stadium

July 17, 2026

The referee stopped the game at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium, and police were deployed.

Police investigating after shots fired at house

Police investigating after shots fired at house

July 17, 2026

One person was in the house at the time, however, no one was injured.

Pope names Michael Router as new Bishop of Derry

Pope names Michael Router as new Bishop of Derry

July 16, 2026

Bishop Router moves from the Diocese of Armagh, where he has been Auxiliary Bishop for the last seven years.

Motorists causing 'chaos' at Blue Flag beach, says councillor

Motorists causing 'chaos' at Blue Flag beach, says councillor

July 15, 2026

Gardaí (Irish police) have seized two cars as they tackle illegal parking at Shroove in County Donegal.

Man left 'broken and hopeless' as husband detained at airport

Man left 'broken and hopeless' as husband detained at airport

July 14, 2026

Mike Gallagher, a UK citizen, and his Canadian spouse Terry MacInally have been living in Northern Ireland for five years.

Man charged over incident where car rams into crowd

Man charged over incident where car rams into crowd

July 20, 2026

Sean McGlone from Drogheda appeared in court on Monday morning charged with dangerous driving.

Ship at centre of record cocaine seizure finally leaves Cork

Ship at centre of record cocaine seizure finally leaves Cork

July 18, 2026

Managing and maintaining the MV Matthew since September 2023 cost the Irish state around €17m.

Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker dies at 81

Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker dies at 81

July 17, 2026

She won for her role in 1989 film My Left Foot and had well-loved parts in Home Alone 2 and TV's Casualty.

Ireland experiences longest heatwave since 1976

Ireland experiences longest heatwave since 1976

July 17, 2026

The current heatwave in Northern Ireland has lasted for five days, but temperatures look set to dip on Friday.

Economists likened to climate deniers in Irish unity debate

Economists likened to climate deniers in Irish unity debate

July 17, 2026

Thomas Gould made the comments during an Dáil debate on the tax and spending implications of unification.

New law will remove 32 million annual passenger cap at Dublin Airport

New law will remove 32 million annual passenger cap at Dublin Airport

July 16, 2026

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.

Aer Lingus proposes cutting 500 jobs under savings plan

Aer Lingus proposes cutting 500 jobs under savings plan

July 16, 2026

The company proposes cutting 290 roles in its head office, along with 140 cabin roles and 70 pilots.

In Case You Missed It

In Case You Missed It

June 26, 2026

Fast-growing chickens are reshaping the poultry industry, and dividing opinion.