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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

School didn't do enough to stop abuse - victims of jailed welfare officer
Neil Beckett groomed schoolgirls and used his position at the school to access vulnerable young women.
Plea for new approach to stop devastating wildfires
A heritage group in the Mournes says new laws and firefighting approaches should be considered.
'Terrible grief' descends on town after death of two teenagers
Emmanuel Familola and Matt Sibanda died after getting into difficulty in the water near Buncrana, County Donegal.
Balmoral Show is a 'day out' amid tense time for farmers
The annual agricultural showpiece at the Eikon Centre near Lisburn starts on Wednesday.
NI's job market weakens as number of workers on payrolls dip
Northern Ireland's job figures for April have been released which show signs of the market weakening.
Ex-teacher jailed over sex offences left child 'crippled with anxiety'
The mother of one of William Maher's victims said her child was often "tearful but trembling".
'Belfast, this one's for you' - Blue Lights joy as show lands Bafta win
Blue Lights beat BBC One's Sherwood, Netflix's Supacell and BBC One's Wolf Hall: The Mirror And The Light.
Education minister urges compliance on Supreme Court gender ruling
Paul Givan is expected to set out the policy for the education sector in the "coming weeks".
Family of murdered GAA official meet Irish deputy PM
Sean Brown's daughter said Simon Harris had been "very emphatic" about their father's case.
Man charged after ?1.8m cannabis seizure
The man, aged in his 50s, is charged after about 90kg of cannabis was discovered.
Woman dies in County Armagh crash
The incident happened shortly before 09:30 BST on Monday morning in Cullyhanna.
'Box office Blackmore' - pioneer who transformed racing
As trailblazing jockey Rachael Blackmore retires from the saddle, we look at her impact and success in jump racing.
Man dies a week after collision between car and lorry
Gabriel Johnston, 22, from Belfast, was the driver of a car that collided with a lorry in Lisburn.
'Incredibly important' abuse is tackled - Little-Pengelly
The deputy first minister made the comments after a man was prosecuted last week for sending her a threatening message.
Asylum accommodation costs rises to £400m in NI, says watchdog
The estimated costs of accommodation for asylum seekers in Northern Ireland has risen to £400m.
Native plants at new-builds will help support 'nature recovery'
There are calls for improving biodiversity in social housing to be supported by the government.
The German U-boats surrendered 'yards from our house'
The surrender of the German U-boats is remembered by a Derry man who was there 80 years ago.
'I was scared con-artist would abduct my child'
Between 2011 and 2025, Samantha Cookes used multiple identities to con families in the UK and Ireland.
People 'will suffer' under new waiting list scheme, doctor warns
People who cannot afford to pay for their healthcare upfront are going to suffer under a new reimbursement scheme, a senior medic has said.
'Perpetual honeymoon' for stranded cruise ship couple married at sea
Angela and Gian fell in love while stranded in Belfast, waiting for their round-the-world cruise to depart.
Disco dog party in the sky, EMMY's ready for lift-off
The contest, which is hosted by the EBU, will begin on 13 May in Basel, Switzerland with the final on 17 May.
'Blinding moment of being overwhelmed' as Blue Lights wins Bafta
Blue Lights co-creator Declan Lawn brought his (surprisingly heavy) Bafta to the Evening Extra studio to discuss his surprise at taking home the prize.
Principals pay tribute to Buncrana students
The teenagers have been named as 18-year-old Matt Sibanda and 16-year-old Emmanuel Familola.
Watch: Hale and Piesold goals take Reds into Europe
Cliftonville bounce back from Irish Cup final disappointment by sealing their place in the Uefa Conference League qualifying stages for next season with a 2-0 win in the European play-off final against Coleraine.
Watch: Donegal edge Armagh in classic Ulster Final
Donegal retain the Ulster Football title by edging out All-Ireland champions Armagh 2-23 to 0-28 after extra time in another titanic struggle at Clones.
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Watch: Dunlop and Todd among winners on last day of NW200
Watch highlights as Michael Dunlop and Davey Todd claim Superbike wins on the final day's racing at the 2025 North West 200.
Tributes paid to Derry City president Paul Diamond
Businessman Paul Diamond, who died at the weekend, succeeded Nobel Laureate John Hume as club president.
'We're terrified to live at home after arson attack'
A car was set alight right outside the home of a young mother in Londonderry in the early hours of Friday.
Break-in at historic city church condemned
The rector of St Augustine's Church in Londonderry says the church is a "sacred and holy place".
Funding cut is 'catastrophic' for dance company
Echo Echo Dance Theatre Company's say their funding application for more than £112K was rejected.
Planning approved for new homes in Newbuildings
The development was approved by Derry City and Strabane District Council's planning committee.
Drew Harris calls for road safety 'reset' after officer's death
It comes following the death of Garda Kevin Flatley, 49, on Sunday whilst carrying out a speed checkpoint in County Dublin.
Vigil held in Buncrana for teenage boys
Emmanuel Familola, 16, and Matt Sibanda, 18, died after getting into difficulty in the water near Buncrana in County Donegal.
Former Ryanair pilot charged over ?10m cannabis seizure
Brendan O'Meara appeared before a special sitting of Ennis District Court on Saturday.
Ireland asks Eurovision organisers for discussion over Israel
The director of Eurovision said no participating EBU member had publicly opposed Israeli broadcaster Kan's participation.
Ireland revises economic forecast in face of Trump tariffs
The Irish government expects domestic economy to expand by 2.5% this year, down from an earlier forecast of 2.9%.
Stewards brought in to protect 'groped' Molly Malone statue
The one-week pilot sees stewards beside the iconic Dublin figure to discourage people touching the statue's breasts.

Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)

Doris faces four to six months out through injury
Ireland captain Caelan Doris faces a spell of four to six months on the sidelines after having surgery on a shoulder injury.
'Box office Blackmore' - pioneer who transformed racing
As trailblazing jockey Rachael Blackmore retires from the saddle, we look at her impact and success in jump racing.
Horan 'through fifth surgery' after Cookstown crash
Damian Horan says his condition is improving in hospital after he underwent a fifth operation on injuries sustained in a crash at the Cookstown 100 road races.
Camogie shorts v skorts row - how did we get here?
BBC Sport NI looks at players' problems with wearing skorts whilst playing camogie, recent protests against the rules and what comes next with the Special Congress vote.
McCoy remains in critical care unit after NW200 incident
Northern Irish rider Gary McCoy remains in the critical care unit in hospital after an incident during the Supersport qualifying session on the first day of practice for the North West 200 last Wednesday.
Trailblazing jockey Blackmore retires from racing
Grand National-winning jockey Rachael Blackmore retires from racing with immediate effect.
Why McIlroy is favourite to win US PGA at Quail Hollow
Rory McIlroy has won four times at Quail Hollow and holds the course record so goes into this week's US PGA Championship with a fearsome reputation, writes Iain Carter.
How tough season came to premature end for Ulster
BBC Sport NI takes a look back at what has been a testing campaign for Ulster who will miss out on the URC play-offs and a place in next season's Champions Cup.
Camogie skorts row 'absolutely ludicrous' - Ward
Republic of Ireland manager Carla Ward says the ongoing controversy surrounding wearing skorts whilst playing camogie is "absolutely ludicrous".
Five talking points from the 2024-25 Irish League season
BBC Sport NI assesses some of the main talking points from an intriguing 2024-25 Irish Premiership season.
The weekend review on the GAA Social
Tailteann Cup games and two provincial finals discussed. Tyrone beat Kerry in U20 semi
Lowry beaten to Truist Championship title by Straka
Shane Lowry misses out on victory at the Truist Championship as his European Ryder Cup team-mate Sepp Straka claims the title.
Bikes!
Highlights of Saturday?s racing from the North West 200. Presented by Stephen Watson.
Watch: Hale and Piesold goals take Reds into Europe
Cliftonville bounce back from Irish Cup final disappointment by sealing their place in the Uefa Conference League qualifying stages for next season with a 2-0 win in the European play-off final against Coleraine.
Watch: Donegal edge Armagh in classic Ulster Final
Donegal retain the Ulster Football title by edging out All-Ireland champions Armagh 2-23 to 0-28 after extra time in another titanic struggle at Clones.
Watch: Magilton proud as Reds secure European football
Cliftonville boss Jim Magilton says he "can't speak highly enough" of his players as they park their Irish Cup final disappointment to secure European qualification.
Watch: Dunlop and Todd among winners on last day of NW200
Watch highlights as Michael Dunlop and Davey Todd claim Superbike wins on the final day's racing at the 2025 North West 200.
Watch: Ulster title a 'stepping stone' - Murphy
Michael Murphy describes himself as blessed and says that he "didn't think it would happen again" after he helps Donegal to an Ulster final victory in his first season since coming out of inter-county retirement.
Watch: Armagh beat Donegal in Ulster Ladies final
Watch the best of the action as Armagh comfortably beat Donegal in the Ulster Ladies Football final at Clones.
Belfast title fight would be 'unbelievable' - Cacace
Anthony Cacace says he is hopeful of "doing something" in his home city of Belfast amid talk of a possible WBC super-featherweight world title shot against O'Shaquie Foster.
Derry camogs in skorts protest at Ulster Final
The camogie row that has generated headlines continues as Derry players are told to change from shorts into skorts at the Ulster Final.
Tributes paid to Derry City president Paul Diamond
Businessman Paul Diamond, who died at the weekend, succeeded Nobel Laureate John Hume as club president.
'Too much made of Jimmy's winning matches' - McGuinness
Donegal boss Jim McGuinness says it is the players who deserve the praise for delivering a second straight Ulster title since his return to inter-county management.
'Massively disappointing' - Murphy on Munster defeat
Ulster head coach Richie Murphy says his side is resigned to playing in the second tier of European rugby next year after their 38-20 defeat to Munster on Friday.
'I'm blessed they asked me back' - Murphy on Donegal return
Donegal legend Michael Murphy admits he did not believe he would win another Ulster title with his county after returning to the panel this year.
'Do I need to be here?' - Dunlop battles pain to end winless run
After overcoming a crash in qualifying, Michael Dunlop ended his nine-year winless run at the North West 200 with a double of Thursday night.
'It's been a nightmare really' - Hutchinson after NW200 podium
Ian Hutchinson says he "kept believing" that he could be competitive in road racing again after a series of setbacks as he claimed third place in the Superstock class at the North West 200 on Thursday.
Donegal and Armagh set for Ulster Final shootout
It couldn't happen again, could it? A third successive penalty shootout on Ulster Final day as Donegal face Armagh in a repeat of last year's decider.
Prendergast's Lions 'time will come' - O'Driscoll
Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll believes the 2025 British and Irish Lions tour to Australia has come too early for Sam Prendergast.
'Don't stay in the pubs' - player's plea before Ulster Ladies Final
Donegal ladies full-back Abigail Temple Asokuh urges fans to sample first part of Saturday's Ulster Football Finals double-header.
The journey back to the NW200 podium for McGuinness
John McGuinness reflects on his North West 200 journey, including suffering serious injuries in a practice crash in 2017 and an emotional and popular return to the podium in 2024.
Lions talking points - Irish record, Doris injury & Prendergast out
Even without Caelan Doris and Sam Prendergast, Ireland - and in particular Leinster - are well represented in Andy Farrell's British and Irish Lions squad.
Camogie Association calls vote on skorts issue
The Camogie Association reacts to the row over players being forced to wear skorts by calling a Special Congress for 22 May to vote on the issue.
Lions tour will be 'tougher than people expect'
British and Irish Lions legend Willie John McBride feels the summer's tour of Australia will be "tougher than people expect".
McIlroy has 'nothing but positive vibes' before major return
Rory McIlroy says winning the Masters will help him feel "more comfortable and a lot less pressure" at next week's US PGA Championship.
It's 'probably' my last North West 200 - Hickman
Peter Hickman tells BBC Sounds that he has "probably" made his final appearance at the 2025 North West 200.
Hughes wants Nurmagomedov rematch after Miranda TKO
Paul Hughes has called on the PFL to stage his rematch with Usman Nurmagomedov "as soon as possible".
Holders Tyrone beat Kerry to reach All-Ireland U20 final
Defending champions Tyrone reach another All-Ireland Under-20 Football final with a 2-14 to 0-14 victory over Kerry in Sunday's semi-final in Portlaoise.
Fermanagh and Antrim lose Tailteann Cup openers
Fermanagh and Antrim fall to defeats in their opening Tailteann Cup round-robin matches on Sunday.
GAA fixtures 2025: Football and hurling championship fixtures
Fixture list for the 2025 GAA football and hurling championships, including the All-Ireland SFC, the All-Ireland SHC, Tailteann Cup and more.
The GAA Social - Ulster semi-finals recap
Podcast recorded during second half of Meath-Dublin. Poor Philly
Scotland beat Ireland thanks to late McGhie try
Francesca McGhie's late try snatches a dramatic 26-19 victory for Scotland against Ireland in the Women's Six Nations.
Watch every shot of Allen's 147 at Crucible
Northern Ireland's Mark Allen makes a 147 maximum break at the Crucible during the 2025 World Snooker Championship.
Highlights: Donegal secure semi-final spot with Monaghan win
Watch highlights as Donegal defeat Monaghan by 0-23 to 0-21 to book their place in the semi-finals of the Ulster Senior Football Championship.
'A long time coming' - BBC Sport NI's interview with McIlroy
BBC Sport NI's Stephen Watson speaks to Masters champion Rory McIlroy after his dramatic play-off win at Augusta National to complete the career Grand Slam.

National News Headlines

Arrest over suspected arson on property linked to Keir Starmer
Police arrest a 21-year-old man on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after fires at two properties in London and a car blaze.
M&S says customer data stolen in cyber attack
The retail giant is still not taking online orders following a cyber attack three weeks ago.
Sycamore Gap pair were quizzed in homophobia case
The victim of an assault just days before the tree felling says the men were in the police's sights.
UK jobs market continues to weaken
The number of workers on payrolls fell in the first three months of the year, official figures show.
Child obesity clinics seeing BMIs over 50
Many are from the most deprived areas, and a significant number are neurodivergent or have other health conditions, a study says.
Emmanuel Macron to travel to UK for state visit in July
The King and Queen will host the president and his wife Brigitte Macron at Windsor Castle.
Nissan to cut 11,000 more jobs and shut seven factories
The planned layoffs mean the Japanese carmaker has now cut about 15% of its workforce in the past year.
PM promises migration drop as he unveils plans for 'tightened' visa rules
Plans to ban the recruitment of care workers from overseas are among efforts to curb near record net migration.
MSPs to vote on assisted dying in Scotland
The proposed legislation would allow terminally-ill Scots to seek medical help to end their lives.
Three Belgian soldiers hurt in shooting incident during training in Scotland
Belgium's defence ministry said approximately 10 other soldiers also sustained hearing damage during the incident.
Six Bulgarians jailed for spying for Russia
UK trial heard the ring had spied on Putin's enemies, including Alexei Navalny, in the UK and beyond
Top UK Special Forces general oversaw blocking of Afghan 'war-crime' witnesses to Britain
Gen Sir Gwyn Jenkins oversaw a process where Afghan special forces were prevented from settling in the UK.

Source: BBC News

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