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Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:51:02 GMT'Pimping website' inquiry finds human trafficking 'hidden in plain sight' online
A report finds women who were forced into prostitution as teenagers, advertised online, drugged and moved through cities.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:37:43 GMTVictims and veterans keeping close watch on Troubles legacy bill debate
MPs will continue their scrutiny of a series of government amendments to the Troubles legacy bill on Tuesday.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 06:50:00 GMTMan in his 20s dies after four-vehicle crash
The crash, which involved a lorry, a van and two cars, occurred in Newry on Monday morning.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:22:34 GMTChanges to GCSE Maths 'pulling the rug out from under pupils'
From 2027, students will only be able to take a GCSE Maths exam in November if they are re-sitting the subject.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:27:15 GMTNorthern Ireland needs 'courage and leadership' to tackle climate change
The new chair of the Climate Change Committee is spending two days in Northern Ireland on a fact-finding mission.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:46:00 GMTRevolut outage hits 'multiple services' as thousands of users report app issues
Some users of the British neobank reported being unable to make some payments or access funds in its app on Tuesday.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:16:27 GMTNew store plans facing Tesco challenge, says Lidl boss
The challenge could jeopardise Lidl's multimillion-pound investment in the north west, the supermarket says.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:40:10 GMTDissidents may have mounted gun attacks on Garvaghy Road, court hears
The case has been brought by a Portadown Orangeman against Sir Chris Bryant and Jon Boutcher.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:28:44 GMTSchools 'explosive device' email a hoax, say police
Assistant Chief Constable Ryan Henderson said police consider the risk to the public "as low".
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:31:56 GMTCharity offers to meet James McClean over therapy comments
Michael Lynch, from Men's Action Network (MAN) offered to meet the Derry City footballer James McClean.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:03:47 GMTIrwin backs himself to bounce back after 'hard' year
Glenn Irwin believes he can return to the front of the British Superbike Championship, with an exciting move to Michael Laverty's BMW-backed team providing fresh motivation for 2027.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:47:49 GMTCould course upgrade bring the Open to Newcastle?
Royal County Down Golf Club has submitted a planning application for a major upgrade of its championship course.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:18:02 GMT'Walk away from drugs' urges family of Waterford arson victims
Parents Philip and Kim English died in the fire alongside their two children, 12-year-old Callum and nine-year-old Jayden.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:41:52 GMTInconceivable security forces were not involved in killing, court hears
Sean Farmer was shot dead along with his friend Colm McCartney at a dummy roadblock in County Armagh in 1975.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:19:49 GMTI'll give Glens everything, vows new boss Ferguson
Duncan Ferguson targets a return to the glory days at the Oval after his appointment as the new Glentoran manager.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 07:39:29 GMTRural lives cannot be an 'afterthought', healthcare campaigners say
Campaigners warn that rural communities face being cut off from vital hospital services.
Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:32:43 GMTChurch makes sainthood case for 'WW1 hero' priest
Fr Willie Doyle was killed during World War One while trying to help injured and dying soldiers.
Sun, 18 Oct 2026 05:19:16 GMTChin-up champion secures Guinness World Record title
Former mixed marital artist Damien Rooney has broken the Guinness World Record for most chin-ups in an hour whilst wearing a 20lb weight.
Sun, 18 Oct 2026 05:21:57 GMTGotta catch 'em all: Why Pokémon is booming again
The Japanese franchise is enjoying a resurgence in popularity, with longtime fans rediscovering their childhood favourite and a new generation joining the craze.
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 05:10:33 GMTAvian flu and costs among reasons for loss of captive birds at Castle Espie
Difficulties in transporting animals since Brexit has contributed to the decline in the number of captive birds.
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 06:03:49 GMTHome-schooled children help uncover mystery of lost building
A group of home-educated children have been getting their hands dirty as they help archaeologists uncover the remains of a mysterious building.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:38:56 GMT'Massive challenge' to protect paedophile Donaldson from harm in jail
The former DUP leader was sentenced to 15 years for sex abuse against two women when they were children.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:23:50 GMTDawn arrest to 'descent into disgrace': How victims exposed Jeffrey Donaldson's lies
The sentencing of former MP Jeffrey Donaldson brings an end to a chapter begun more than two years ago when two women walked into a police station.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:24:43 GMTFrom Haaland and Mbappé to Strictly, Nellis 'never imagined' joining hit show
John Nellis says he now feels personally responsible for "making or breaking" his family's Saturday nights.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 08:16:22 GMTThe 'frustrating' education limbo facing teenage asylum seekers
Young refugees describe their frustration at the lack of access to education for older teenagers who come to Northern Ireland to live
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:07:29 GMTOlympian Ciara Mageean marries long-term partner
The couple tied the knot on Monday, and the photographs show the newlyweds at various Belfast landmarks.
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 05:26:03 GMTGenetically testing every cow in NI could help keep price in the shops down
The £16.6m scheme is designed to analyse the genetic make-up of every cow in Northern Ireland.
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Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:14:48 GMTIrish army received warning day before Omagh bomb, inquiry told
A journalist has told the inquiry that a warning call was received on 14 August 1998 at Finner Camp near Ballyshannon, County Donegal.
Sun, 11 Oct 2026 05:47:03 GMTA-grade on the asphalt: World champion racer, 12, drives circles around rivals
Standing on the podium in Spain, non-alcoholic champagne fizzing everywhere, Millar said he felt one step closer to achieving his dream of becoming a professional driver.
Sun, 11 Oct 2026 05:48:42 GMTThe Armagh apples connecting a rural community
Macha's Orchard is a social enterprise producing apple juice and a unique powder supplement.
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:34:01 GMTLucy's Law: A real bite on NI's illegal puppy trade or a toothless attack?
If introduced as planned, the legislation would put Northern Ireland on par the rest of the UK by making third-party puppy and kitten sales illegal.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:23:28 GMTSectarian motive explored in assault on teenage boy
Police say the boy sustained injuries to his face during the incident in the Nelson Drive area of Londonderry.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:06:52 GMTTwo men charged over car thefts
The 25-year-olds have been charged with a number of offences and are due to appear in court on Tuesday.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:00:19 GMT£800,000 spent on scrapped sports dome project
Ulster University has also revealed the multi-million pound dome would have cost a further £1m to run each year.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 11:33:52 GMTFather admits causing death of son, 6, in car crash
Ethan McCourt died almost a week after he was injured following the crash in June 2022.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:47:43 GMTNo money for new emergency department, says minister
Robbie Butler says a new ED at Altnagelvin hospital in Derry is a priority but he does not have the money to pay for it.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:55:38 GMTResidents return home after gas leak
The Gortin Road has been closed at its junction with the Killybrack Road.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:55:42 GMTOmagh inquiry hears of police investigation 'shortcomings'
Twenty-nine people died in the Real IRA bombing in the County Tyrone town on 15 August 1998.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:32:58 GMTFirework set off at police dealing with antisocial behaviour
A councillor says there is growing concern that young people may be coming into the Bogside area of Derry to cause trouble.
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:47:47 GMTPrisoner who fled to Donegal seeks return to NI, court hears
Gary Anderson had been serving life in prison for the murder of Karol Kelly in Londonderry in 2018.
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 09:18:34 GMTPeace bridge closes during lighting upgrade
The bridge is closed until Friday as a new low-energy LED lighting system is installed.
Sun, 11 Oct 2026 11:28:55 GMTSilverware trumps Europe for Derry City's Duffy
Derry City captain Michael Duffy says winning a trophy takes priority over qualification for Europe as he scores both goals in the Candystripes' FAI Cup semi-final win over Galway United.
Sun, 11 Oct 2026 11:29:34 GMTMasked men throw petrol bombs at police car
The officers were patrolling the Ballycolman Estate in Strabane shortly after 17:00 BST when the attack happened.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:35:25 GMTSchool forced to close due to 38 water leaks in roof
The school, which is expected to re-open on Monday, says ongoing roof work left many areas exposed.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:20:37 GMTDerry firm becomes one of UK's biggest car park operators after buying NCP
The Martin Group has become one of the UK's biggest car park operators after buying NCP out of administration.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:39:33 GMTDerry Halloween festival goers snap up 40th anniversary tickets
For the first time in the 40 years of the Halloween festival in Derry, a ticket will be needed for part of the city centre.
Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:53:53 GMTTrust 'committed to improving facilities' with £2.5m investment in Altnagelvin ED
The trust said it continued to work towards a longer-term goal of securing a new purpose-built Emergency Department.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:31:10 GMTKimmins orders officials to 'get on with job' of A5 upgrade after court ruling
Appeal court judges overturn a decision that blocked work starting on one of NI's biggest road projects.
Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:57:08 GMTPlans for derelict leisure centre site could create 100 jobs
The former Lisnagelvin leisure centre in Derry, which opened in the 1980s, has been vacant since it closed in 2015.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:09:59 GMT'I will decide when I retire' - McClean hits out at Derry treatment
Derry City player James McClean hits out at his treatment by Derry City amid an ongoing contract dispute with the club.
Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:10:02 GMTMan in his 30s dies after Dublin assault
The dead man has been named locally as Jamie Bailey who was in his late 30s.
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:28:27 GMTMan and woman appear in court following arson attack deaths
A man and a woman, arrested after four family members died in an arson attack, have appeared in court in County Tipperary
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:48:53 GMTMan sentenced to 10 years for manslaughter of brother's girlfriend
Paula Canty died from a single stab wound to the chest in January 2025.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:12:26 GMTMurder investigation launched after man's body found
The man's body was discovered in Ballyellis, Mallow in County Cork on Thursday.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:33:32 GMTArrests made after couple and two children killed in arson attack
Gardaí (Irish police) have arrested a man and a woman in connection with a suspected arson attack which killed four family members.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 22:10:47 GMTIrish police social media accounts breached by hackers
The @GardaTraffic and @GardaInfo accounts published posts promoting a cryptocurrency on Wednesday.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:18:18 GMTHundreds of thousands of workers on strike across Republic of Ireland
It comes amidst an an ongoing pay dispute between public sector workers and the Irish government.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 21:02:54 GMTCouple and two children killed in arson attack named locally
A "multiple murder" investigation has been launched by gardaí (Irish police) following the blaze.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:25:07 GMTPlanners block new petrol station near Creeslough blast site
Ten people died in the blast at a petrol station in Creeslough, County Donegal, on 7 October 2022.
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 11:42:49 GMTDaniel Kinahan's lawyers to apply for bail in due course, court hears
He is charged with directing the activities of a criminal organisation between 18 October 2015 and 6 April 2017.
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 19:00:20 GMTFormer swimming coach jailed for 15 and a half years for sex abuse
Gibney was extradited from the United States of America to Ireland to face historical sexual abuse charges.
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 05:40:41 GMTSupermodel Coco Rocha has 'full circle moment' at Ireland Fashion Week
The Canadian model was first discovered at an Irish dancing competition as a teenager.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:33:53 GMTMichael Flatley says 'heart is broken' after death of wife, Niamh O'Brien
She was a renowned Irish dancer who performed the lead role of Saoirse in the Lord of the Dance.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:30:06 GMTIrish budget tackles childcare and energy costs
The threshold at which people start paying the higher income tax rate is also expected to increase.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:42:17 GMTUefa investigating Republic of Ireland-Israel row after spitting accusation
Uefa has confirms it is investigating the half-time incident during Sunday's Nations League game between Republic of Ireland and Israel following an accusation of spitting.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:24:41 GMTBelfast solicitor to represent suspected mob boss Daniel Kinahan
During the first court appearance last August, Kinahan did not have any legal representation.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 08:27:32 GMTTeachers in Republic of Ireland begin industrial action
The teaching unions began work-to-rule action on Monday and there will be a full one-day strike on 14 October.
Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:58:59 GMTMore infant remains uncovered at former mother-and-baby home
Experts who are carrying out the dig at Tuam in County Galway have published their latest regular update.
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTThe View
Mark Carruthers provides comment and expert analysis on the week's political news
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMTIn Case You Missed It
Northern Ireland is the first part of the UK to introduce graduated driver licensing.