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‘Spying, stalking, threatening behaviour’: Ex-minister on scandal that could tear Presbyterian Church apart
The scandal currently engulfing the Presbyterian Church in Ireland (PCI) has exposed unhealed wounds and a culture of secrecy that threatens to strip the 185-year-old institution apart.
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It’s easier to attack Trump for speaking on the slaughter of Christians than to talk about the horrific events
It may appear a small thing given the global attention to the major hotspots of world conflict like Ukraine/Russia and Israel/Gaza.
Covid Inquiry has already cost us over £200m, yet has consciously hidden vast volumes of evidence of Stormont’s chaos which will be destroyed – just as some hoped
The only justification for the immense cost of a public inquiry is if it fearlessly and transparently sets out the truth in all its reality, whether pleasant or ugly.
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First ‘hopeful’ saplings from felled Sycamore Gap tree set to be planted
The first saplings grown from the illegally felled Sycamore Gap tree are to be planted as National Tree Week kicks off, the National Trust has said.
Children with gender dysphoria ‘could remain on puberty blockers after trial’
Some children with gender dysphoria recruited to a trial on puberty blockers could remain on the drugs after the study ends despite them being banned in the UK to treat under-18s with the condition, researchers have said.
Epstein probe: US legislators criticise Andrew ‘silence’ after interview request
US legislators have criticised Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor for what they describe as “silence” amid their probe into Jeffrey Epstein.
I'm A Celebrity's Lisa Riley sparks concern as ITV viewers ask 'what's wrong'
I'm A Celebrity fans have been left concerned for Lisa Riley after they spotted a change in her appearance
Starmer to meet Ukraine allies at G20 to discuss US-drafted peace plan
Sir Keir Starmer is set to meet Ukraine’s allies at the Johannesburg G20 summit on Saturday to seek to “strengthen” a US-drafted plan to end the war with Russia.
Deputy First Minister slams ‘sick attacks’ from social media abusers as ‘never acceptable’
Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly has called out social media users who have subjected her to “sick attacks”.
I'm A Celebrity hints at jungle romance as star makes 'soft spot' confession
I'm A Celebrity star Aitch made an unexpected confession on Friday
I'm A Celebrity's Vogue Williams admits to feeling 'so ugly' in heartfelt confession
I'm A Celebrity star Vogue Williams made a candid admission on Friday
Trump praises New York mayor Mamdani after first face-to-face meeting
Despite Donald Trump calling New York City’s Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani a “100% Communist lunatic” and a “total nut job”, and Mr Mamdani calling Mr Trump’s administration “authoritarian” and describing himself as “Donald Trump’s worst nightmare”, their first face-to-face meetin...
Sinn Féin and DUP clash over future of power-sharing at Belfast Met event
Stormont’s two biggest parties have traded insults as the sustainability of the Stormont institutions was up for debate during an event in Belfast.
Health Trusts and council's working group fail to meet for three years despite twice annually pledge
The council area has seen major health concerns in that time including the Southern Health Trust recommending (September 2023) emergency general surgery being permanently moved from Daisy Hill Hospital to Craigavon.
Council lobbying to tear down peace wall in North Belfast park
An investment of €13.5million in European Peaceplus funding is coming to the park as part of the Reconnected Belfast programme
New draft byelaws for Belfast City Centre will forbid buskers and preachers going above 70 decibels
Those contravening the byelaws would be fined up to £500 for an offence.
Northern Ireland weekend weather as cold snap comes to an end
The warmer weather comes after the coldest night of the season so far
Concern over Army's support for 'violent thug' convicted of GBH on teen and assault on woman
Soldier Josh Mannis pleaded guilty to the charges following an "unprovoked attack" that left a 19-year-old with life-changing injuries
Wanted Enoch Burke comes out of hiding and goes to Wilson’s Hospital School
Enoch Burke, whom gardaí have been seeking to arrest and commit to prison since Tuesday, came out of hiding today and went to Wilson’s Hospital School.
Concerns NI grammar school misled EA investigation regarding safari payment
During tan initial investigation concerns were raised regarding a £5,462.11 payment made by the school to River Bend Lodge in South Africa for a safari