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Sat, 27 Jun 2026 23:00:58 GMTBarrister strike 'caused additional trauma' to victims as 2,500 cases delayed
Nearly 2,500 cases were impacted by the six-month-long barristers' strike.
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:49:37 GMTArrest made as police attend scene of suspicious death
Police are currently at the scene in the Helen's Wood Court area of Dunmurry.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 23:01:27 GMTCould legal 'personhood' help save Lough Neagh?
Rights of Nature could give Lough Neagh the same status as a person, entitled to the same protections.
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:33:04 GMTHas Ireland lost a friend with the departure of Sir Keir Starmer?
Sir Keir Starmer announced his resignation earlier this week, what was his relationship like with the Republic of Ireland?
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:39:45 GMTAfter Muckamore dust settles, what should care look like?
The final report from the public inquiry into abuse at the hospital was published last week.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 16:58:06 GMTMan dies following single-car crash
Emergency services attended but the driver, 31-year-old Matthew McIlroy, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:41:49 GMTBattles, weapons and jewellery making: Bringing the Vikings to life
It's the fourth year in a row the festival has been held at Ballydugan Medieval Settlement.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:47:10 GMTStaff concerned hospital arrangements 'not safe', says watchdog
The Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority carried out an unannounced inspection at the South West Acute Hospital between November 2025 and February 2026.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:37:32 GMTHow has the Iran war hit the NI economy?
The rapid fall in the price of oil in the last two weeks means there are hopes that the economic impact could be short-lived.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:40:57 GMT'It means so much' - Ireland Women end wait for World Cup win
A story of resilience as Ireland celebrate their first T20 World Cup victory at the 22nd attempt by overcoming West Indies.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:47:32 GMTO'Rourke frustrated by 'really, really harsh calls'
Tyrone manager Malachy O'Rourke feels some of the calls against his side in their 2-25 to 0-27 All-Ireland SFC quarter-final defeat to Kerry were "really, really harsh."
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:35:12 GMTSpecial Olympics athletes 'so proud' to represent Team Ulster
Almost 100 athletes were welcomed home with a special event at Stormont on Thursday.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:12:19 GMTAuction house criticised over sale of 3,000-year-old mummy head
Academics question the ethics of a UK auction house selling human heads that are thousands of years old.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:47:09 GMTPSNI officer 'had intelligence on Donaldson abuse a year before complaint'
A BBC investigation has been told a detective and a child safeguarding expert identified Donaldson after speaking to a victim.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:54:47 GMTDUP commissioning review following Donaldson conviction
The DUP leadership said they are deeply concerned by allegations that have surfaced in recent days.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:08:18 GMTA gay sauna visit and an 'exploited' young woman – the double life of Jeffrey Donaldson
BBC NI Spotlight investigates the long-serving Christian politician jailed for child sex offences.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:40:55 GMTDonaldson to give up knighthood and seat on Privy Council
The moves were confirmed in a statement issued by his solicitor John McBurney.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:03:45 GMTDonaldson's downfall shakes NI's battle-hardened political landscape
Donaldson has been told to expect a "lengthy sentence" for a string of child sex crimes, including rape.
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:36:29 GMTJeffrey Donaldson's life in politics: From DUP leader to convicted child sex abuser
Jeffrey Donaldson's career took him from the UUP to the DUP leadership, but he now faces a prison sentence after being convicted of child sex abuse.
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:21:56 GMTHow four weeks in court unravelled 'sinful and deceitful' Jeffrey Donaldson
The former DUP leader entered calm court on day one calm and relaxed, but by the end he was alone as the jury found him guilty on 18 child sex abuse charges.
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:46:35 GMTEleanor Donaldson: What is a trial of the facts?
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson's wife Eleanor was a co-accused in his child sex abuse trial - but could not be found guilty as she faced a trial of the facts.
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:31:56 GMTEx DUP leader Donaldson guilty of child sex abuse charges including one of rape
The former MP is remanded in custody while he awaits sentencing for 18 offences.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:26:03 GMTIndia-born Moondra realises dream in famous Ireland win
India-born bowler Jai Moondra says helping Ireland claim a historic T20 win over the world champions is a "dream come true".
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 23:03:53 GMT'Young people with disabilities shouldn't have to change for society,' say youth workers
Youth workers from New Lodge in north Belfast and pupils from Harberton Special School designed the #hearMeOut campaign.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:06:58 GMTSkies lit up by 'epic' lightning show of 9,000 strikes
Almost 9,000 lightning strikes were recorded on Thursday night - mostly across Counties Londonderry and Donegal.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:45:31 GMTHow has Northern Ireland's economy fared since Brexit?
A decade on from Brexit, BBC News NI's John Campbell looks at whether the region has benefited from having dual access to the EU and GB markets.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:13:50 GMTFrom saying 'I do' to the first dance at a Teddy Swims concert
After forgetting they had tickets for Teddy Swims in Belfast, the Bangor couple booked their wedding day for the same date.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:13:52 GMTBBC Newsline signed summary
A signed summary of BBC Newsline.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:59:47 GMTPrincess Royal visits stables during Northern Ireland visit
The princess, who is Vice Patron of The British Horse Society, was shown around stables in Katesbridge, County Down.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:57:54 GMTHeatwave brings challenges for vulnerable people
Brian Shields used to "love the heat", but living with MS means the current heatwave can affect his muscles making it difficult to move.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:22:10 GMTTyrone 'can beat Kerry' - Logan
Former Tyrone manager Feargal Logan feels the Red Hands "can beat Kerry" when they meet in Saturday's All-Ireland Senior Football Championship semi-final at Croke Park [18:15 BST].
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:40:46 GMTIs Northern Ireland set for a heatwave?
Temperatures must reach at least 25C on three consecutive days for Northern Ireland to meet official heatwave status.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:14:45 GMTWho is Northern Ireland's new school behaviour tsar?
The former teacher has carried out reviews of behaviour in schools in England and critics say he has a hardline approach.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:22:14 GMTBloody Sunday victim's brother criticises 'death threat' sentence
Dean Portis, 42, from Belfast, sent social media posts to three brothers of William McKinney during the Soldier F trial.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:16:45 GMTEverything you need to know about the Foyle Maritime Festival
The four-day celebration of Derry's maritime history will see the banks of the Foyle transformed into a mix of spectacle, colour and history.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:58:14 GMTHow is Derry City's new pitch 'World Cup standard'?
Ahead of Friday's first game back at the Brandywell, BBC Sport learns how a giant sewing machine has helped put Derry City's new hybrid pitch together.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:14:29 GMTMagee student target date 'under review', MLAs told
The campus currently has about 6,500 students, with a target of reaching 10,000 students by 2032.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:09:57 GMTSupermarket given green light after five-year planning process
The proposed store near Crescent Link retail park in Londonderry was first submitted back in 2021.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 05:33:32 GMTTheatre to remain shut until 2027 amid repairs after water damage
The theatre closed in September last year and was previously expected to remain shut for about six months.
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:59:38 GMTTwo men injured in 'racially-motivated' attack
The two men were assaulted during an altercation and subjected to racist abuse, police say.
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:41:47 GMTMan charged with assaulting ex-mayor Lilian Seenoi-Barr
Stephen Nigel Thompson is also accused of possessing material likely to cause fear and distress and engaging in behaviour likely to stir up hatred.
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:50:15 GMTAnimation company first in NI to have series on Apple TV
My Brother the Minotaur made its debut on Apple TV in April.
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:13:34 GMTHundreds of nurses given safety alarms after racist violence
The alarms were distributed to international nurses based at Altnagelvin Hospital in Londonderry.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:08:33 GMTRyanair says it will reluctantly not charge parents to sit next to children
The airline had typically charged adults a fee of £8 each way to sit with their young children.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:06:08 GMTMan charged with murder of woman found dead
Ali Sohrabi had been remanded in custody last month after he was charged with the murder of Masumeh Manojan.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:25:05 GMTDecriminalise all personal use drug possession, Irish committee says
The Oireachtas Committee on Drugs published its final report on Wednesday after spending months interviewing witnesses.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:39:03 GMTIrish government to contribute £197m to cross-border rail services
The money will come from the last allocation from the Irish government's Shared Island Fund.
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:48:50 GMTTeenager charged over death of mother and child in crash
The charges included dangerous driving causing the death of 27-year-old Natalie McLaughlin and her daughter, six-year-old Ella.
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:26:55 GMTTributes paid to 'popular' teenager killed in Donegal rally crash
Tadhg Callaghan Carter, 15, was watching the Donegal International Rally when he was struck by a vehicle.
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:08:41 GMTBoy dies after being hit by a car in County Mayo
The incident happened on the N59 at Eskeragh, near Ballina, County Mayo, on Sunday morning.
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 06:17:03 GMTWhy do people celebrate Bloomsday?
On one day every June, the streets of Dublin are transformed to a bygone era as James Joyce fans celebrate his work.
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:27:27 GMTO'Leary extends Ryanair contract in deal that could net him over £130m
The Ryanair boss extends his contract to 2032, in a deal featuring a bonus scheme that could earn him more than €150m (£130m).
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:33:51 GMTIrish PM warns about deep-fakes after financial scam video
Micheál Martin says the video was "clearly very false material" and serves as a reminder to be "vigilant on social media".
Fri, 29 May 2026 14:00:00 GMTIn Case You Missed It
You may know them as a supermarket chain but in Northern Ireland Lidl is opening a pub.