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Kneecap criticise DUP and Alliance and say it is ‘good to be home’ in Belfast

‘You couldn’t pay for the PR the DUP gives Kneecap,’ band member Naoise O Caireallain told the crowd at Belfast Vital.

Evening Standard

Martin Smyth was an MP of ‘integrity and Christian principle’, service told

The former Ulster Unionist MP for South Belfast and Orange Order grand master died last week at the age of 94.

Evening Standard

Irish rap trio Kneecap to rock Paris festival despite political backlash

The outspoken Belfast rap crew are bringing their mix of beats and politics to France, undeterred by official disapproval over their support for Palestine and condemning Israel's military campaign in Gaza.

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‘Everyone is scared’: vigilantes ignite race hate fears on streets of Belfast

Immigrants, refugees and people of colour face campaign of intimidation in loyalist east part of city

The Guardian - UK

Givan among the nervous early risers on GCSE results day

Students have been celebrating after getting their exam results.

The Independent UK

Hopes that ICRIR can deliver truth and accountability around the Shankill bomb

The body has also been asked to look into the IRA murder of an ambulance worker in Belfast in1980.

Evening Standard

Terror charge against Kneecap rapper should be thrown out, court told

Belfast musician Mo Chara, whose real name is Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, is accused of displaying Hezbollah flag at gig

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Police warn 5G arsonists are putting public and themselves ‘at serious risk’

A 5G tower in the Beechmount Avenue area of Belfast was set alight shortly after midnight on Saturday

The Independent UK

Valour of Belfast VC recipient marked at VJ Day 80th anniversary in city

Leading Seaman James Magennis was awarded the Victoria Cross for his actions in Singapore in 1945.

Evening Standard

Northern Ireland ‘absolutely crucial’ for UK’s growth prospects – Chancellor

Rachel Reeves made her first trip to the province as Chancellor, visiting the filmmaking facilities at Studio Ulster in Belfast.

Evening Standard

Two arrested in investigation into attempted murder of senior police officer

Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell was seriously injured after being shot in Co Tyrone in February 2023.

Evening Standard

Woman, 74, arrested in Belfast for wearing Palestine Action T-shirt released

Police said she was arrested on suspicion of possession of an article that indicates support for a proscribed organisation.

Evening Standard

Woman wearing Palestine Action T-shirt arrested in Belfast

Belfast West MLA Gerry Carroll called on Executive ministers to ‘speak up for the right to protest’.

Evening Standard

Northern Ireland’s AI-related revenue ‘reached £188m in 2024’

Stormont Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald has projected that AI ‘will transform our economy’.

The Independent UK

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Belfast leisure centre workers to take 24-hour strike action

It comes in a dispute over pay.

Evening Standard

Barry McIlheney was joyously rock ‘n’ roll, memorial service told

Mr McIlheney, originally from Belfast, died in May at the age of 65.

The Independent UK

British Airways flight forced to divert to Manchester after mid-air emergency

Passengers on the Belfast-bound flight had a four-hour delay due to a ‘suspected technical issue’

Evening Standard

Bereaved family intend to apply to access Scappaticci will

The High Court in London ruled earlier this week that the will of a man believed to be the IRA agent known as Stakeknife will not be made public.

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Evening Standard

Former top civil servant Sue Gray appointed to Queen’s University Senate

Dr Feargal McCormack has also been announced as a new Pro-Chancellor at the Belfast university.

Evening Standard

British Airways plane forced to divert mid-air after pilots declared emergency on board

The captain of the British Airways flight made an emergency ‘squawk’ approximately 30 minutes into the journey from London Heathrow to Belfast

Evening Standard

Bible belonging to ‘father of modern policing’ among exhibits for new museum

The 1608 Bible, which belonged to Sir Robert Peel, will go on display at the new museum in Belfast.

The Guardian - UK

Kneecap to face no further action over Glastonbury performance

Belfast rap group say ‘one element of the political policing intimidation attempt is over’ after investigation dropped

Evening Standard

New charity to address ‘hidden homicides’ receives calls within hours of launch

Retired detective sergeant James Brannigan is leading The Katie Trust, set up in memory of murdered showjumper Katie Simpson.

The Conversation

How to give children the freedom to play all across the city – not just in playgrounds

Children play everywhere. Yet their right to play – protected by a UN convention – is constantly challenged by adults.

The Independent UK

Watch: Eleventh Night bonfires lit across Northern Ireland

Watch a compilation of beacon bonfires being set alight across Belfast as communities mark the Eleventh Night.

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