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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Belfast: Two men injured in city centre stabbings
One man is taken to hospital with several stab wounds, while another is treated for a chest wound.
Garda seriously injured in hit and run collision in County Limerick
A woman in her 20s has been arrested in connection with the incident in County Limerick.
Aer Lingus: More flights cancelled due to Covid
More flights have been cancelled by the Irish airline on both Saturday and Sunday.
Maternity leave: Calls to introduce time off for NI councillors
There are calls to introduce maternity leave for NI councillors in the wake of plans in the Republic.
Vera Pauw: Republic of Ireland boss reveals rape and assault in Dutch football
Republic of Ireland manager Vera Pauw says she was raped and sexually assaulted by three different men in Dutch football.
Hot weather dries up swamp, uncovers ancient fort
A historical group was instrumental in discovering a crannog made from stone near Lough Neagh.
New Zealand 42-19 Ireland: Ruthless All Blacks hammer visitors
New Zealand emphatically preserve their remarkable 28-year unbeaten run at Eden Park with a six-try win over Ireland to take a 1-0 series lead.
Covid-19: NI self-isolation guidance reduced to five days
Adults can leave self-isolation after five days even though they "might still be infectious".
Autism: Inclusive ice skating helping 11-year-old express herself
Teddy Weston, who is autistic and has ADHD, says inclusive ice skating helps 'her brain quiet down'.
Cost of living: Energy price hikes introduced in Northern Ireland
The increases will see tens of thousands of people pay more - in some cases £375 a year - for power.
Michelle O'Neill lays Somme wreath in Belfast
Sinn Féin's vice-president says she wants to be seen as a leader for all in Northern Ireland.
Marriage reform: Minimum legal age set to rise to 18 in NI
Planned reforms would change the marriage age limit and legal status of non-religious belief marriages.
Cost of living: Act of kindness helps little girl go to cinema
A Bangor family were so touched by an interview on Good Morning Ulster they felt compelled to help.
Latest Northern Ireland weather forecast
The weather forecast in Northern Ireland.
Irish writers to be removed by English exam board
Works by Seamus Heaney, Brian Friel and Eavan Boland are set to be removed from A-level courses.
Muckamore: Elderly witness weeps over brother's mistreatment
Ex-patient of a County Antrim hospital had learning difficulties and schizophrenia, inquiry told.
The cancer patient who spent a year seeking help
A mother-of-three with aggressive breast cancer says she spent 13 months seeking help.
Daniel Greer: More than 8,000 register as donors after family appeal
More than 8,000 people from NI contacted a charity after Daniel Greer was diagnosed with leukaemia.
Breast cancer: 'My children ask if I'm going to die'
Mother-of-two Sara McKenzie has made a list of memories to make after being diagnosed with terminal cancer.
'I've written a book about my brother's autism'
Tabitha Jennings, 11, hopes her work will help other children to learn about the condition.
The former landfill site that's helping boost the bee population
Aughnagun, in Newry is buzzing after the introduction of beehives by a group of local beekeepers.
Brexit: UK government not 'even handed' in protocol row, says tánaiste
The tánaiste accuses Number 10 of "siding" with unionists in seeking to scrap parts of the 2019 deal.
Lisa McGee: Derry Girls writer to be awarded freedom of city
Derry Girls creator Lisa McGee will be the first woman to be awarded the city's highest honour.
Clogher: PSNI officer attacked while making arrest
PSNI officers were responding to an assault in County Tyrone in which a man was punched in the face.
Stendhal: Thousands expected for music and arts festival
Stendhal Festival, which was scaled back in 2021, is expecting numbers to be at pre-pandemic levels.
Kathleen Thompson: Mother-of-six's killing 'unjustified'
Mother-of-six Kathleen Thompson was shot in the back garden of her home in Londonderry in 1971.
Breast milk donations requested by Western Health Trust
The Western Health Trust is appealing for donations to help premature babies across Ireland.
Brexit: UK government not 'even handed' in protocol row, says tánaiste
Leo Varadkar has accused Number 10 of siding with unionists in seeking to scrap parts of the deal.
Irish Birth Information and Tracing Bill becomes law
The bill gives adopted people in the Republic of Ireland full access to their original birth certs.
Toscan du Plantier murder case to be reviewed
The Irish police's cold case unit is to review the 1996 murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier in Cork
Out of the ashes - Ireland's archives reborn
Ireland's Public Record Office was destroyed a century ago but its archives have a new life.
Retired woman takes on role at US summer camp on J-1 visa
Fiona Griffin jetted off on a J-1 visa to pursue her passion for travelling and adventure.

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

Hockey World Cup: Ireland well beaten by Dutch in Amsterdam opener
Ireland open their World Cup campaign with a 5-1 defeat by defending champions Netherlands in Amsterdam.
Johnny Sexton: Ireland hopeful captain could make second All Blacks Test despite head injury
Ireland hope Johnny Sexton can play in next weekend's second Test against New Zealand despite coming off with a head injury in their series opener.
Irish Open: Poland's Adrian Meronk leads as Seamus Power falls back at Mount Juliet
Adrian Meronk birdies three of his last four holes to take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Irish Open at Mount Juliet.
Andrew Waterworth: Glenavon's former Linfield striker retires as Reds sign Mallon
Glenavon's former Linfield striker Andrew Waterworth retires at the age of 36 as Cliftonville sign Bohemians winger Stephen Mallon.
Kilkenny 2-26 Clare 0-20: Cats crush Banner men in All-Ireland Hurling semi-final
Kilkenny outclass Clare to clinch a 2-26 to 0-20 victory in Saturday's opening All-Ireland Hurling semi-final.
Vera Pauw: Republic of Ireland boss reveals rape and assault in Dutch football
Republic of Ireland manager Vera Pauw says she was raped and sexually assaulted by three different men in Dutch football.
All-Ireland Football semi-final: Galway captain Sean Kelly cleared to face Derry
Galway captain Sean Kelly is available to face Derry in the All-Ireland semi-final on 9 July after having his one-game ban overturned.
New Zealand 42-19 Ireland: Ruthless All Blacks hammer visitors
New Zealand emphatically preserve their remarkable 28-year unbeaten run at Eden Park with a six-try win over Ireland to take a 1-0 series lead.
Pros chase World Invitational spots at Northern Ireland Open
This year's NI Open will begin at Cairndhu on Monday with the action continuing on Tuesday and Wednesday at Castlerock and Galgorm Castle.
Tiernan Kelly: Armagh forward banned for 24 weeks after Galway brawl
Tiernan Kelly is handed a 24-week suspension for his part in the brawl between Armagh and Galway in the All-Ireland quarter-final.
Hockey World Cup: Ireland out to recapture 2018 magic in Amsterdam
Ireland begin the 2022 Hockey World Cup with an unusual weight of expectation having shocked the world by reaching the final four years ago.
Euro 2022: Who are Northern Ireland's 23 history makers?
Meet the 23 players who will makes history for Northern Ireland at the Euro 2022 finals in England this summer.
Shane Lowry: The importance of Offaly GAA's biggest fan
Despite living in the US and forging his own successful golf career, Shane Lowry remains hugely invested in Offaly GAA.

National News Headlines

Two more captured Britons charged by pro-Russian rebels, say reports
Andrew Hill and aid worker Dylan Healy are understood to be under investigation as mercenaries.
Chris Pincher MP seeking medical support after groping claim
Suspended Tory MP Chris Pincher says he hopes to return to constituency duties "as soon as possible".
Pride in London: More than a million attend 'biggest ever parade'
More than a million people packed London for Pride's 50th anniversary, the mayor's office says.
Flight cancellation plan aims to ease summer chaos
BA and Heathrow say the move will help minimise disruption for passengers during the peak season.
'He shouldn't have to be this brave at six years old'
Mason McKenzie has been having gruelling treatment since he was diagnosed with leukaemia.
Andy Goram: Scotland and Rangers goalkeeping great dies aged 58
Former Scotland and Rangers goalkeeper Andy Goram dies after "a short battle" with cancer at the age of 58.
Zara Aleena: Hundreds join vigil for Londoner killed on walk home
The aspiring lawyer was killed close to her east London home as she walked back from a night out.
Adele performs first public concert in five years
The superstar performed a two-hour set, in her first public concert in five years.
Greater Anglia cancels 90% of trains on Saturday over strike
Greater Anglia drivers take industrial action in a dispute over pay.
Terminally ill woman reunited with horse at Aylesbury hospice
Hayley Golding says it was an "amazing" experience and "awesome" to see Passion, her horse.
Pride at 50: Rare photos of early marches
Striking shots of Pride parades from the 70s, 80s and 90s.
UK women face abortion protests by campaigners
Campaigners call for more protection for women attending clinics in Northern Ireland.

Source: BBC News

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