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Police warn of Belfast traffic disruption ahead of football match
Road users are advised to plan their journey in advance, ensuring they leave sufficient travel time as congestion is likely in the area.
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Mental health services funding crisis in Northern Ireland confirmed by new report
The Mental Health Champion's report has independently confirmed that Northern Ireland's mental health system is under sustained pressure, with suicide prevention funding at just 16 per cent of what is required
GAA community mourns sudden death of young star Darragh King
Darragh King, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, leaving his club and community "shocked and heartbroken"
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Michelle O’Neill says she is ‘not fixated on titles’ amid Stormont reform talk
The First Minister said the public “understand the DUP are who they are”.
Young woman killed in collision 'lived life to the full'
Aoife is the daughter of Jarlath Tinnelly, an independent councillor on Newry, Mourne and Down District Council.
Deputy Mayor quits SDLP over Bobby Sands statue vote
Paul Doherty announced the decision on Saturday afternoon
Newry river bank fears of more collapses prompts inspection call
"It wasn't obvious that this part of the wall would collapse, so we need to be looking on down the river."
Man in 60s arrested following attempted armed robbery
He remains in police custody
Treasury's plans for Stormont risk pushing households into poverty
"When it comes to water charges, for many households, particularly those already struggling with energy and food costs, a new bill would be another fixed cost in a budget that has little flexibility left."
65-year-old man charged following drugs arrest
He is due to appear in court later today
Young filmmakers address violence against women at Cinemagic premiere
Over 250 guests attended the red-carpet premiere
Trump to raise ‘everything’ with King, including Iran war that has hit relations
The president has threatened to impose a “big tariff” on Britain unless it drops the 2% levy on the revenues of several major US tech companies.
European city with 'unbelievable' spa, waterslides and cheap return flights
The spa has been hailed "unbelievable" with indoor and outdoor bars, water slides, saunas and more. You can also bag cheap return flights depending on what time you travel
Man who wrapped Nazi flag around his hand before racist attack avoids jail
The defendant opened his jacket to show the victim his t-shirt, which declared “stop importing - start deporting”, before reaching into his backpack to pull out a red, black and white Nazi flag.
Ryanair, easyJet and Jet2 check-in rules for 2026
If you're planning to fly this year, here's what you need to know about boarding passes and checking in with Ryanair, easyJet and more
Father Ted star says recent character inspired by days doing stand-up in Northern Ireland
Ardal O’Hanlon appeared on the RTE show where he talked about his inspiration for his character in How to Get to Heaven From Belfast
Women paid more than men at Belfast Council after internal figures revealed for first time
As of March 31 2025 women earned £1.27 for every £1 that men earned
Meet the NI teenagers dedicating their free time to helping patients with brain injuries
"It is so rewarding to see how patients benefit and you feel that you are making an impact.”
'Our son died from meningitis before vaccine that could have saved his life was available'
Maureen spoke to the consultant who had treated David that day and he said the only thing that could have saved David's life would have been a vaccination
O’Neill says she will work to reform Stormont to ‘end the blockage on progress’
Northern Ireland’s First Minister made the remarks at the Sinn Fein Ard Fheis