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How's Belfast’s grand cycling network plan coming along? It seems we’re being left in the slow lane
It’s hard to beat a European city break.
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Some chefs have Michelin stars in their eyes, but it’s not only mark of quality
Depending on who you talk to, Michelin awards are the holy grail of any restaurateur’s ambitions. They will sacrifice their marriage, their house, the family and the dog to secure a star or two.
Trump threat could shatter fragile peace and plunge hostage families into despair
In an abrupt move, Hamas militants announced that they would delay the next release of Israeli hostages held in Gaza, accusing Israel of systematically violating the terms of the ceasefire.
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‘It’s been horrendous’: Farmer’s frustration as hearing on ‘unlawful’ waste plant on his land delayed for six years
A Co Tyrone farmer has described his family’s “horrendous” ordeal after a planning appeal hearing concerning an unlawful waste plant operating on his land was postponed for a third time.
GP’s suspension is extended for further 12 months over ‘risk to patient safety’
A GP previously convicted of breaching Covid regulations has had her suspension from the medical register extended due to the ongoing “risk to patient safety”.
Irish Premiership referee's car vandalised and tagged with 'all t**gs are targets' sticker
The Irish FA and Portadown FC have expressed their disgust after a match official experienced sectarian intimidation at Sunday’s Sports Direct Premiership game at Solitude.
Death of high street names could be the silver lining for local entrepreneurs
Driving through east Belfast along the bustling Upper Newtownards Road, you can see the dull glass-fronted shell of what once was a thriving commercial hub — now a line-up of empty shops.
The appiest day of your life… Pals hope new app will be the Just Eat of wedding planning
A new Northern Irish app will bring wedding planning in line with modern booking practices, making it easier to plan the day of your dreams.
Support staff at university call for strike action over proposed pension changes
Support staff at a Scottish university have “emphatically” called for strikes in response to potential pension changes, a union has said.
Reporter blocked from Oval Office over Gulf of Mexico policy
The White House blocked an Associated Press (AP) reporter from an event in the Oval Office after demanding the news agency alter its style on the Gulf of Mexico.
US hails prisoner release ‘move in right direction’ to end war in Ukraine
American teacher Marc Fogel, who was deemed wrongfully detained by Russia, has been greeted by President Donald Trump after being released and returned to the US.
Musk admits mistakes have been made in drive to make government cuts
Elon Musk has acknowledged his drive to make swift and extensive cuts to the US federal government has made mistakes, but insists they will be “fixed quickly”.
What the papers say – February 12
The assisted dying Bill is back in the headlines on Wednesday’s front pages.
Apple changes Gulf of Mexico’s name on maps
Apple has renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America on its maps after an order by President Donald Trump was made official by the US Geographic Names Information System.
Camden replaces Bury as area of England with most fast food shops per population
Camden in north London has replaced Bury in Greater Manchester as the area of England with the most fast food outlets per population, new analysis suggests.
Nottingham attack families recognise gravity of PM meeting, victim’s mother says
The families affected by the Nottingham attacks “recognise the gravity and importance” of their meeting with the Prime Minister and expect a statutory public inquiry to be announced this year, the mother of one of the victims has said.
Paralympics gold medallists to be honoured at Buckingham Palace
Two athletes are set to be be honoured at Buckingham Palace after they won gold medals at the 2024 Paris Paralympics.
Most nurses say patients being seen in ‘inappropriate settings’ – survey
The vast majority of nurses have said patients are being treated in inappropriate settings such as hospital corridors, according to a union’s survey.
Barnardo’s receives largest donation in charity’s 160-year history
Children’s charity Barnardo’s is celebrating a historic milestone after receiving an £18 million donation, the largest single donation in its 160-year history.
Belfast hotel launches ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ £1,000 cocktail
A Belfast hotel has launched a £1,000 cocktail which it described as a “once-in-a-lifetime experience”.