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Friday, Aug 7

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Irish President Catherine Connolly criticised for photo alongside convicted IRA killer

Catherine Connolly was pictured standing beside Mary McArdle during a visit to Belfast this week.

M&S shoppers love £30 satin trousers that ‘don’t cling’ and come in five different colours

"These are great, so comfortable, and the best thing is they don't crease or cling."

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Driver's miracle escape after being ejected through sunroof in horror crash

Emergency services found the lone vehicle absolutely smashed to smithereens in a field, with clothing and personal belongings scattered everywhere

Jim Magilton demands 'ruthless approach' to derby rivals in Irish League opener

Jim Magilton wasn’t expecting the fixture to list to throw up a derby on the first day, but is anticipating a bumper crowd and wants his side to set the standards early on

Lulu Guinness shoppers snap up 'perfect' tote bag reduced to £20

"Absolutely beautiful and perfect for every day especially heavy work days and beach as it’s amply large enough for dry clothes and a big towel, snacks/water etc."

Belfast Fleadh day six guide to top events as competitions get underway

We have another full schedule of events ahead of us for Friday

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Leeds United fans buy classic home shirt for £9 ahead of Premier League kick-off

Leeds United fans can save more than £30 on the retro 1978/79 Home Shirt at Sports Direct for £24.50 - but there's a method to get it for less than £10 with a cashback deal

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Belfast weekend weather as city hosts final days of Fleadh Cheoil

It's been a big week of song, dance and culture in the city as part of the world’s largest celebration of traditional Irish music.

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In photos: Kneecap and Bob Vylan perform at Féile concert at Falls Park

Belfast-based hip-hop trio Kneecap were back in the city on Thursday night to headline a charity gig as part of Féile an Phobail.The organisers said proceeds from the gig at Falls Park in west Belfast will support Irish language projects…

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Mapped: The most dangerous parts of NI according to crime rates

The figures also reveal the safest place to live in Northern Ireland

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Thursday, Aug 6

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Belfast councillor slams proposed changes to dog licensing as 'ridiculous'

A consultation has just ended on new regulations for pet rescue centres, electric shock collars, microchipping and dog licenses

Staff threatened and abused following shooting of cows, minister says

Mr Muir said he had been “alarmed by some of the highly inaccurate and irresponsible commentary surrounding the team’s actions”.

Dog suffers 'devastating injuries' in Co Down hit-and-run crash

The pup has had emergency surgery and is making a good recovery

Record number of NI arrests and raids in immigration enforcement 'crackdown'

On March 20, an illegal working enforcement visit was made to a nail bar in Antrim where two people were suspected to be working illegally. A search found a travel document, approximately £4,000 in cash, an amount of cannabis and a knife.

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Falls Road 7-bed HMO will go ahead after landlord appeal, despite objections

A unanimous decision at City Hall last year to refuse HMO status has been overturned

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Crowds enjoy Day 5 of the Fleadh Cheoil in Belfast - in pictures

The eight-day festival is now heading into its busiest period

Taoiseach urges ‘political maturity’ at Stormont amid DUP and Sinn Féin row

“I think there is an obligation on all political parties to ensure that Stormont is maintained, the Executive and the Assembly right up to election day"

Co Down woman, 35, left in chronic pain and forced to use rollator due to severe endometriosis

She had two surgeries to treat the condition before undergoing a hysterectomy in June 2021 at the age of 30

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Only 49% agree asylum seekers should be allowed to stay in NI, survey claims

This is lower than the corresponding figure for each year from 2018 to 2024 and is the first time the total has dropped below 50% since the survey began

Promoter issues positive update on Irish boxer who suffered bleed to brain in Dublin defeat

Lee Reeves was taken to hospital after losing to Gary Cully in Dublin on Saturday

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Joe Brolly leaves manager role 10 days out from county Championship opener

An All-Ireland champion during his playing days with Derry, Brolly guided the Mayo club through their league campaign

Belfast Mela: Multicultural festival returns this August for landmark 20th anniversary

The event has grown into the largest celebration of multiculturalism on the island of Ireland

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Woman left with "regular flashbacks" after husband's uncle sexually assaulted her as she slept

"She now wakes multiple times in the night and she gets regular flashbacks. She says she even questions whether she is to blame for what happened to her."

Shoppers snap up £10 'waterproof' jewellery in 'largest ever' Bohomoon sale

Bohomoon has launched its 'largest ever' £10 sale on jewellery, with over 1,000 items reduced to just £10 - perfect for adding some new pieces to your collection

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Belfast City Council statement after concern over treatment of homeless during Fleadh​

The council says a multi-agency approach is in place to ensure continued support is available for vulnerable residents

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Derry Féile 2026 to focus on ending violence against women and girls

Two discussions will examine the radicalisation of boys and men online, coercive control and the hidden realities of abusive relationships.