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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Cookstown hotel disco 'crush': Three teens dead
The girl and two boys died after an incident outside a hotel hosting a St Patrick's Day event in Tyrone.
'Then the literal crushing started'
A teenager recalls being caught up in the Cookstown hotel incident, which left three dead.
Third Brexit vote must be different - Speaker
John Bercow says the motion MPs vote on must be different to the one that MPs rejected last week.
Ruth Maguire search: Body recovered from Carlingford Lough
Ruth Maguire had travelled to Carlingford Lough for her friend's hen party on Saturday.
Boxer Conlan criticised after pro-IRA chants
Belfast boxer Michael Conlan entered the ring for Sunday's New York bout to the soundtrack of a pro-IRA song.
Three dead after separate road crashes
A man dies after being hit by a car in Toome, and two men die in a one-vehicle crash in County Louth.
Northern Health Trust staff told to clean own offices
A union says the idea is "absurd" as office staff are asked to vacuum and dust their work areas.
Sinn Féin criticised for 'England get out of Ireland' banner
Mary Lou McDonald posed with a banner reading 'England get out of Ireland' at a St Patrick's parade.
St Patrick's Day 2019 celebrated worldwide
Millions of people take part in St Patrick's Day celebrations to mark the feast of Ireland's patron saint.
Schools' Cup: Methodist College beat Campbell College 45-17 in final
Methodist College secure a 38th Schools' Cup success and a first since 2014 by beating Campbell College 45-17 in the final at Kingspan Stadium.
MacRory Cup: St Michael's Enniskillen beat Omagh CBS 0-16 to 2-6 in the final
St Michael's Enniskillen win their first MacRory Cup title since 2012 as they beat Omagh CBS 0-16 to 2-6 in the final at Armagh.
Cookstown witness - 'Everybody just wanted to get inside'
Three teenagers die after reports of a crush at a St Patrick's Day party at a hotel in Cookstown, County Tyrone.
St Patrick's Day: Three dead at Cookstown hotel event
Three teenagers are dead following an apparent crush at a St Patrick's Day event at a Cookstown hotel.
Becoming Kazoo 'changed who I am'
Jess Harkin has wanted to be a clown since she was taken to her first circus aged three.
St Patrick's Day: Trump says Irish confident, fierce and true
US President Donald Trump says he will visit the Republic of Ireland this year.
Jayne Toal Reat murder: Daughter speaks after killer jailed
The daughter of a woman murdered on Christmas Day in 2017 speaks after the killer sentenced.
Bloody Sunday relative says 'We will keep going'
Linda Nash, whose brother was killed on Bloody Sunday says 'we will keep going'.
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Donald Trump says he will visit Ireland this year
During a press conference with the Irish PM, the US president said he would make the trip this year.
Leo Varadkar welcomes Brexit delay vote
Mr Varadkar urged the UK government to make clear the purpose of a further extension.
Irish government unhappy over fishing row
The Irish Agriculture Minister said he was not happy with the "optics" of NI fishermen being taken to court.
200 new jobs announced by home care provider
Connected Health has said the majority of posts will be based in Belfast and North Down.
Fane Valley buys duck producer Silver Hill Foods
The agri-food business says the move is part of its investment strategy.
NI firms see steep decline in export orders
Research suggests firms saw their steepest decline in export orders for five years in February.
St Patrick's Day tragedy and 'England getting out of Ireland'
Deaths at an event at the Greenvale Hotel in Cookstown, County Tyrone, make the front pages.
Euro 2020 qualifiers: Corry Evans injury worry for Northern Ireland
Blackburn Rovers midfielder Corry Evans is an injury worry for Northern Ireland's Euro 2020 qualifiers with Estonia and Belarus.
Rory McIlroy says best golf still to come after Players Championship win
Four-time major winner Rory McIlroy says his best golf is still to come after he wins the Players Championship at Sawgrass.
Rory McIlroy holds off Jim Furyk to win Players Championship at Sawgrass
Rory McIlroy wins the Players Championship after a thrilling final round at Sawgrass for his first tournament victory in 12 months.
Michael Conlan earns another win but Paddy Barnes' career in doubt after defeat
Michael Conlan earns an 11th straight win as he defeats Mexican Ruben Garcia Hernandez but Paddy Barnes loses on the New York bill.
St Patrick's Day festivities in pictures
Crowds have been out in force to enjoy the annual 17 March parades
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Women's football: Tackling stereotypes by developing talent
A focus on youth development is getting results for women's football in Northern Ireland
Making a career out of clowning around
Jess Harkin wanted to be a clown from the very first time she went to the circus when she was just three years old.
St Patrick's Day sees global landmarks go green
The world's tallest building tops the 2019 newbie list of landmarks honouring Ireland's patron saint.
St Patrick's Day: The patron saint who 'liked a drink'
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Greysteel cash van robbery suspects charged
The cash-in-transit van was targeted in the Greysteel area of County Londonderry.
Former St Mary's Youth Club in Derry badly damaged in fire
The derelict building that once housed St Mary's Youth Club went up in flames on Saturday night.
Bloody Sunday: Soldier F faces murder charges
The sole prosecution is seen as a "terrible disappointment" by some of the families of the 13 people killed.
Commander stands by Bloody Sunday soldiers
The PPS will announce on Thursday whether the soldiers will face criminal charges.
McClean wins damages for 'Provo' slur
Ulster Unionist Party representative Chris McGimpsey made the remark on a BBC programme.

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

Euro 2020 qualifiers: Corry Evans injury worry for Northern Ireland
Blackburn Rovers midfielder Corry Evans is an injury worry for Northern Ireland's Euro 2020 qualifiers with Estonia and Belarus.
St Michael's Enniskillen win MacRory Cup
St Michael's Enniskillen win their first MacRory Cup title since 2012 as they beat Omagh CBS 0-16 to 2-6 in the final at Armagh.
Methody beat Campbell in Schools' Cup final
Methodist College secure a 38th Schools' Cup success and a first since 2014 by beating Campbell College 45-17 in the final at Kingspan Stadium.
Rory McIlroy says best golf still to come after Players Championship win
Four-time major winner Rory McIlroy says his best golf is still to come after he wins the Players Championship at Sawgrass.
McIlroy wins Players Championship after thrilling final round
Rory McIlroy wins the Players Championship after a thrilling final round at Sawgrass for his first tournament victory in 12 months.
Conlan wins again but Barnes may retire after second successive defeat
Michael Conlan earns an 11th straight win as he defeats Mexican Ruben Garcia Hernandez but Paddy Barnes loses on the New York bill.
Afghanistan earn first Test win with seven-wicket success over Ireland
Afghanistan earn their first Test win after Rahmat Shah's 76 and Ihsanullah Janat's 65 helps them earn a seven-wicket victory over Ireland.
Conlan criticised over lyrics backing IRA in ring entrance song
Belfast boxer Michael Conlan entered the ring for Sunday's New York bout to the soundtrack of a pro-IRA song.
NI Schools' Cup final: St Malachy's beat De La Salle 3-1 after extra-time
St Malachy's College beat De La Salle 3-1 after extra-time to win the Northern Ireland Schools' Cup final.
Impressive St Michael Enniskillen clinch MacRory Cup by beating Omagh CBS
St Michael's Enniskillen win their first MacRory Cup since 2012 as they beat Omagh CBS 0-16 to 2-6 at Armagh.
St Patrick's Downpatrick beat Cathair Dhoire 2-13 to 1-11 in the MacLarnon Cup final
Two goals from Tim Prenter help St Patrick's Downpatrick defeat Cathair Dhoire 2-13 to 1-11 in the MacLarnon Cup final at the Athletic Grounds.
Carl Frampton: Belfast featherweight signs fight deal with Top rank
Former two-weight world champion Carl Frampton signs a multi-fight deal with promoters Top Rank in the United States.
Cardiff experience 'will fuel Ireland' - Kearney
Ireland full-back Rob Kearney says their comprehensive defeat by Grand Slam champions Wales in Cardiff will motivate them to greater efforts.
Euro 2020 qualifiers: Jack Byrne drafted into Republic squad
Shamrock Rovers midfielder Jack Byrne replaces the injured Callum O'Dowda in the Republic of Ireland squad for their opening Euro 2020 qualifiers.
Republic of Ireland: Delaney made 100,000 euro loan to FAI
Football Association of Ireland chief executive confirms he gave the governing body a loan to "aid a very short-term cash flow issue".
Quinlivan stars for Ireland at Special Olympics
Team Ireland's Patrick Quinlivan wins seven medals on St Patrick's Day at the Special Olympics World Games in Abu Dhabi.
Northern Ireland must collect early points - O'Neill
NI manager Michael O'Neill acknowledges that his side must make the most of their opening two fixtures if they are to qualify for Euro 2020.
St Malachy's College defeat De La Salle 3-1 after extra-time to win the NI Schools Cup at Seaview
Paul Scullion scores twice as St Malachy's College beat De La Salle 3-1 after extra-time at Seaview to win the Northern Ireland Schools' Cup final.
Patrick Dwyer double helps Belfast Giants to top of Elite League
Patrick Dwyer's double helps the Belfast Giants to a 2-1 win over Coventry Blaze and sees Adam Keefe's outfit return to the top of the Elite League.
Wales defeat won't make my highlights reel - Rory Best reflects on Six Nations final act
Ireland captain Rory Best admits his final Six Nations appearance will not go down as one of the favourite moments from his career.
Six Nations 2019: Wales complete Grand Slam with victory over Ireland
Watch highlights as Wales celebrate a third Grand Slam in 11 years with a 25-7 victory over Ireland to win the Six Nations title.
Irish Premiership: Stewart hits stunner as Blues defeat Institute
Goals from Jordan Stewart and Josh Robinson help Linfield move nine points clear at the top of the Irish Premiership table with a 2-0 win over Institute.
Ballymena United title hopes dented by 2-0 defeat to 10-man Glentoran
Ballymena United's title hopes are dented as 10-man Glentoran earn a deserved 2-0 win over David Jeffrey's side at the Showgrounds.
Irish Premiership: Owens brothers sink Reds in north Belfast derby
First-half goals from Jordan Owens and his brother Kyle give Crusaders a 2-0 win over north Belfast rivals Cliftonville at Seaview.
Mickey Harte says Tyrone's first win over Dublin since 2013 was 'no fluke'
Mickey Harte says Tyrone showed impressive resolve as his 14-man side earned a deserved 1-14 to 1-11 over League and All-Ireland champions Dublin at Croke Park.
Cheltenham Festival 2019: Willie Mullins finally wins Gold Cup
Willie Mullins has been a leading force in jump racing for three decades but the Cheltenham Gold Cup had eluded him - until now.
Women's football: Tackling stereotypes by developing talent
A focus on youth development is getting results for women's football in Northern Ireland
Motorcycle racing is 'a career option for women'
A pioneer, an educator and a pretty quick rider to boot - Maria Costello hopes her impact on motorcycle racing can help inspire a new generation of female racers.
Sport on the BBC: Best of this week's TV & radio coverage
This week's sport on the BBC includes Euro 2020 qualifying, the Sanya E-Prix, the 2019 Gymnastics World Cup plus much more.

National News Headlines

Third Brexit vote must be different - Speaker
John Bercow says the motion MPs vote on must be different to the one that MPs rejected last week.
Cookstown hotel disco 'crush': Three teens dead
The girl and two boys died after an incident outside a hotel hosting a St Patrick's Day event in Tyrone.
Fergus Wilson: Hundreds face eviction as landlord sells property empire
Property tycoon Fergus Wilson is calling it a day after years of controversy over his rental policies.
Merseyside PCC Jane Kennedy quits Labour over 'abuse' in party
Jane Kennedy says she made the decision after Luciana Berger left the party.
Hillsborough trial: David Duckenfield 'target of blame'
The Hillsborough match commander had "not been treated as a normal person", a court hears.
Comic Relief 2019: MP Lammy speaks out after donations drop
David Lammy MP had criticised the charity telethon for promoting the idea of "white saviours".
Christchurch shootings: Far-right attack 'could happen in UK too'
The UK also faces a "growing threat" from the far right, security minister Ben Wallace says.
Harmonie-Rose Allen: Limbless girl finishes Bath half-marathon
Harmonie-Rose Allen, five, was cheered by crowds as she crossed the finish line in Bath.
Fiona Onasanya: Jailed MP protests innocence on YouTube
A petition that could force a by-election and unseat Fiona Onasanya as an MP will open on Tuesday.
Bike gang sentenced for Birmingham and Solihull rampage
Nearly 30 men have been convicted for their part in a five-hour "ride out" on Birmingham streets.
Armando, the 'Lewis Hamilton of pigeons' sells for record ?1.25m
Belgian bird Armando, who turns five this year, has retired from racing and is fathering chicks.
Christchurch mosque shootings: England to pay tribute to New Zealand victims
A tribute will be paid to the victims of the Christchurch shootings before England's match against the Czech Republic on Friday.

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