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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

New PSNI chief constable named as Simon Byrne
The former head of Cheshire Police will take up his position after George Hamilton retires next month.
May's exit could be 'dangerous' for Ireland - Varadkar
Irish PM Leo Varadkar says Theresa May's resignation could lead to a "Eurosceptic" prime minister.
Mount Everest: Second Irish climber dies on mountain
Calls have been made to limit the number of permits for ascents amid an increased death toll.
European election: Northern Ireland turnout 45.14%
The turnout for the European election in Northern Ireland fell by 6% compared to the previous poll.
Theresa May: What does PM's departure mean for NI?
How will Theresa May's Downing Street departure impact Brexit, the border and power-sharing talks?
Londonderry: Boy, 12, charged with riotous behaviour
Police were attending a security alert close to a polling station in Londonderry when they were attacked.
Contaminated blood inquiry: Richard Lowry 'wanted to die'
A woman tells of her devastation at having to tell her sons their father was going to die.
Celtic sex abuse regret 'too little, too late'
The club releases a statement after the conviction of ex-youth team coach Jim McCafferty on 14 May.
Ballymurphy inquest: Witness denies arresting teenage brothers
A military witness denies arresting two teenage brothers who said they were beaten by soldiers.
Keady boy gets £20,000 damages for lamp-post injury
The boy may have been swinging from a lamp-post when it collapsed and sliced off part of his finger.
Laurence Shaw: Jackie McDowell admits murder
Jackie McDowell admits he killed Laurence Shaw at a house in Larne in October 2017.
George Best statue artist Tony Currie defends work
NI artist Tony Currie says friends and family of Best approve of the bronze statue.
Racially harassed couple awarded £2,500
Sales staff at John Mulholland Motors asked the couple to speak to each other in English rather than Cantonese.
50% plus one 'would cause further disunity'
Former deputy first minister Seamus Mallon says a 50% plus one majority would cause "deeper disunity".
'A raucous Ryder Cup style atmosphere'
Five-time winner Tom Watson says the support for Rory McIlroy and Darren Clarke at the Open Championship at Royal Portrush will create an atmosphere similar to the Ryder Cup.
Bronze tribute to George Best
A statue has been unveiled at Windsor Park to honour former Northern Ireland international George Best
Military prosecutions: 'Throwing veterans like me to the wolves'
A Conservative MP puts a question from one of his constituents, a Royal Marine veteran, to the PM.
Contaminated blood inquiry: 'We are a community of sufferers'
A victim of the contaminated blood scandal tells the inquiry the voices of those affected must be heard.
'We don't know the identity of the donor'
Geoff Knupfer says he hopes a reward for information will help locate the bodies of three remaining victims.
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Students at Dundalk college resit exam after test compromised
Dundalk Institute of Technology says it is reviewing its examination procedures after the incident.
Arrests and searches over Drogheda gang feud
Gardaí (Irish police) carry out searches as part of an operation targeting feuding gangs.
Jordan Davis shot dead after tribute to murdered friend
Dublin man posted a tribute to his dead friend moments before he was killed in a separate attack.
Sailor drifted for more than a day near Mull of Galloway on new yacht
The man was last reported near the Mull of Galloway while trying to sail a recently-bought boat home to Galway.
Google's Ad Exchange faces privacy probe by Irish regulator
The Irish Data Protection Commission will look into whether Google's Ad Exchange system is GDPR-compliant.
Topshop owner to close stores in Republic
The pensions regulator has doubts about Sir Philip Green's proposed rescue plan to mend the business.
Job cuts as Times axes Irish edition
The Sunday Times will not be affected by June's shutdown of The Times' Irish edition.
Business chief sounds warning over Stormont stalemate
The head of the UK's biggest business lobby group says NI's economy will suffer unless Stormont returns.
NI house price figures show mixed picture
The average price of a house in Northern Ireland is now £134,811, according to latest figures.
100 jobs at Huhtamaki factory making McDonalds' straws
Packaging company Huhtamaki is investing £12m in the new facility in Antrim.
EE to switch on 5G in Belfast this month
Firm says that Huawei's 5G phones will not be available initially.
Friday's headlines: George Best and a knuckle duster
Business woes, an INLA prisoner's funeral and attacks on nurses make the news on Friday.
League of Ireland Premier Division: Derry City 4-0 Finn Harps
Ciaron Harkin scores a hat-trick as Derry City thump derby rivals Finn Harps 4-0 in Friday's Premier Division game at the Brandywell.
Ulster SFC: Fermanagh need new tactic to beat Donegal
Fermanagh must show more attacking ambition to beat Donegal in their Ulster quarter-final, says BBC GAA pundit Brendan Devenney.
Isle of Man TT: Michael Dunlop hoping to perform to full potential at 2019 races
Michael Dunlop says he did not perform to the level he is capable of at last year's Isle of Man TT and is keen to do himself justice at this year's event.
Ulster SFC: Cavanagh makes Tyrone quarter-final return
Colm Cavanagh is restored to the Tyrone starting team for their Ulster quarter-final against Antrim on Saturday.
'We entered a contest and won our baby'
After a failed round of IVF, Della McGill and her partner entered a competition and won the ultimate life-changing prize.
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What should it take to win a border poll?
Former deputy first minister Seamus Mallon says a 50% plus one majority would cause "deeper disunity".
The Chelsea Flower Show success with roots in NI
Taina Suonio, who moved to NI as her husband oversaw decommissioning, found a love for gardening.
Fermanagh man who has made Superbike title his goal
Former Liverpool trialist Josh Elliott hopes to continue his challenge for the British Superbike title at this weekend's third round at Donington Park.
George Best statue mocked by fans
Former Man United and NI star George Best is immortalised in bronze, but fans can't see the resemblance.
Who is standing in the EU elections?
Take a look at the runners and riders standing in the European election in Northern Ireland.
Lyra McKee murder: Woman's house 'wrongly targeted' by police
A woman whose home was raided by police on the night Lyra McKee was killed denies links with dissidents.
Derry pipe bomb: Mum's disgust as boy picks up device
Those responsible for placing the explosive in Londonderry were "completely reckless", say police.
Smyth & Gibson in Derry closes with loss of 34 jobs
The company says that a volatile market has forced it to close its factory in Londonderry.
Women elected as Derry and Strabane mayor and deputy for first time
Michaela Boyle and Cara Hunter have been elected mayor and deputy mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council.
Portrush helicopter accident leaves 1,240 homes without power
More than 1,200 homes and business were affected after a helicopter struck overhead cables in Portrush.

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

The Liverpool trialist who has made Superbike title his goal
Former Liverpool trialist Josh Elliott hopes to continue his challenge for the British Superbike title at this weekend's third round at Donington Park.
Harkin hat-trick as Derry City hammer Finn Harps
Ciaron Harkin scores a hat-trick as Derry City thump derby rivals Finn Harps 4-0 in Friday's Premier Division game at the Brandywell.
Fermanagh need new tactics to beat Donegal - Devenney
Fermanagh must show more attacking ambition to beat Donegal in their Ulster quarter-final, says BBC GAA pundit Brendan Devenney.
Isle of Man TT: Michael Dunlop hoping to perform to full potential at 2019 races
Michael Dunlop says he did not perform to the level he is capable of at last year's Isle of Man TT and is keen to do himself justice at this year's event.
Ulster SFC: Cavanagh makes Tyrone quarter-final return
Colm Cavanagh is restored to the Tyrone starting team for their Ulster quarter-final against Antrim on Saturday.
Irish Premiership: Leeman follows Smyth out of Glentoran
First-team coach Paul Leeman leaves Glentoran a day after assistant manager Gary Smyth quit the east Belfast club.
Lost to a generation - it's time to restore Casement Park
Antrim's Ulster quarter-final against Tyrone on Saturday will be staged at the Athletic Grounds in Armagh as the long wait for Casement Park to be redeveloped continues.
Ireland v West Indies: Celeste Raack enjoying life in the green jersey
Leg-spinner Celeste Raack moves from Australia and puts her career as a physiotherapist on hold in order to play for Ireland.
Mark Travers: Goalkeeper to miss Republic qualifiers because of fractured thumb
Republic of Ireland keeper Mark Travers is ruled out of the Euro 2020 qualifiers against Denmark and Gibraltar with a fractured thumb.
Glasgow Warriors v Leinster: Trophies don't define Leinster - Contepomi
Leinster's season will not be defined by winning or losing their Pro14 final against Glasgow Warriors, says backs coach Felipe Contepomi.
Ireland men beat USA 5-0 in Olympic qualifying tournament warm-up match in Dublin
Ireland's men's hockey team beat the USA 5-0 in the first of two Olympic qualifying tournament warm-up games in Dublin.
Ian Nagle: Departing Ulster lock joins Zebre
Former Ulster second row Ian Nagle agrees to join Italian Pro14 side Zebre for next season.
George Best statue mocked by fans
Former Man United and NI star George Best is immortalised in bronze, but fans can't see the resemblance.
Ulster SFC: Durcan says watching Donegal on TV in Doha convinced him to return
Paul Durcan came to the realisation he was missing county football when he watched games on TV during his work stint in Qatar.
Pro14 final: Sexton returns for Leinster
Glasgow Warriors name an unchanged team while Leinster recall three internationals for Saturday's Pro14 final at Celtic Park.
Pro14: Ulster pair John Cooney and Stuart McCloskey named in dream team
Ulster scrum-half John Cooney and centre Stuart McCloskey are selected in the Pro14 team of the year.
Willie Faulkner: Midfielder joins Carrick Rangers after being released by Ballymena
Midfielder Willie Faulkner becomes Carrick Rangers' first new signing since they won promotion to the Irish Premiership.
IP50: Leinster Lightning beat North West Warriors to extend lead
A 182-run second-wicket partnership earns Leinster Lightning a 78-run win over North West Warriors in the Inter-Provincial Cup.
Ulster SFC: Harbinson hindered by Antrim absenteeism as they approach Tyrone tie
Lenny Harbinson says Antrim will aim to "put in a very good performance" against Tyrone despite their severely under-strength squad.
Ireland ready for 'attacking and aggressive' West Indies
Ireland captain Laura Delany expects "an attacking and aggressive" approach from West Indies during the T20 series between the two sides.
'A raucous Ryder Cup style atmosphere' - Open icon Tom Watson on Royal Portrush
Five-time winner Tom Watson says the support for Rory McIlroy and Darren Clarke at the Open Championship at Royal Portrush will create an atmosphere similar to the Ryder Cup.
Fifty days to World Cup - New NI netball coach Ryan says team can continue to improve
New Northern Ireland netball coach Dan Ryan believes his eighth-ranked team can be "better than we've ever been before" as they continue preparations for the World Cup in July.
'Oh yes, that was lovely stuff!' - Best best overtakes from NW 200
The ?wet weather may have hit the North West 200, but it didn't impact the quality of racing.
Maradona good, Pelé better, George Best - Bronze tribute to NI legend
A statue has been unveiled at Windsor Park to honour former Northern Ireland international George Best
Women's Premiership: Linfield hit six past Comber Rec to stay top
Reigning Women's Premiership champions Linfield remain top of the table after a 6-0 hammering of Comber Rec.
O'Connor among NI stars set for Belfast International
Kate O'Connor, Leon Reid and Ciara Mageean are among the big names set to compete at this year's Belfast International Track and Field meet.
New coach prepares for 'cut-throat' Olympics campaign
Sean Dancer is relishing his new role as Ireland women's coach after meeting his squad for the first time ahead of the Olympic qualifying process for Tokyo 2020.
O'Neill club move 'a matter of time' - Ferdinand
Rio Ferdinand says it is "a matter of time" before Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill accepts a job in club management.
Ex-Formula 1 driver John Watson pays tribute to Niki Lauda
The former British racer expresses his shock at the death of Lauda.
David Beckham backs Chertsey Town boss Anderson as he bows out a Wembley winner
Belfast man Dave Anderson says the support of top names including David Beckham, Lee Westwood and Carl Frampton made for a fairytale end to his managerial career as Chertsey Town claim FA Vase success at Wembley.
Brian Toomey: Jockey who 'died for six seconds' sets training target
Brian Toomey, an-ex jockey who was clinically dead for six seconds, says he wants to "achieve the impossible again" by becoming a racehorse trainer.
Glasgow Warriors v Leinster: Five key issues ahead of Pro14 final
The Pro14 showpiece should be one to savour, and these are the key issues that set the stage.
Martin Clarke: Armagh's thrilling win over Down reminds us why we love sport
Sunday's enthralling Ulster SFC encounter is the latest example of what sport at its best can be, says BBC Sport NI columnist Martin Clarke.
Brooks Koepka's caddie Ricky Elliott continues successful odyssey with US PGA champion
Ricky Elliott has caddied for all of Brooks Koepka's major wins and will hope his local knowledge can help the US star land the Open at Royal Portrush.
Sport on the BBC: Best of this week's TV & radio coverage
This week's sport on the BBC includes the World Taekwondo Championships, Super League's Magic Weekend, Formula E and the Monaco Grand Prix.

National News Headlines

Race to be new UK prime minister begins
Four Conservative MPs have already said they want the job - with more expected to follow.
Sheffield 'incident': Two boys die in Shiregreen
Four more children are in hospital as a man and woman held on suspicion of murder are questioned.
Whorlton Hall: Ten arrested over abuse allegations
Ten workers are held over the alleged mistreatment of hospital patients following a BBC investigation.
Donald Trump: Details of first state visit to UK revealed
The US president will join the Queen and a host of royals at a state banquet after a palace welcome.
Homeowners in England free to build bigger extensions
Rules in England making it easier to build extensions of up to 8m are being made permanent.
Liberal Democrats start leadership contest
Sir Vince Cable confirms he will hand over to his successor on 23 July.
Extinction Rebellion: Met want 1,130 climate protesters charged
Deputy Assistant Commissioner Laurence Taylor said the Met wants a prosecution of each protester.
Chelmsford school locker death: Boy, 9, killed in fall
Leo Latifi was with family members at an after-school swimming club when the accident happened.
Morrissey posters removed from Merseyrail stations
Merseyrail takes down posters for the singer's new album over concerns about his political views.
Birmingham LGBT school row: Protests 'won't stop lessons'
Protesters vow to carry on opposing the teaching of LGBT issues to primary school children.
Abuse accuser Carl Beech says he 'saw three boys being murdered'
Carl Beech wept as he told police how his friend "Scott" was killed after an MI5 boss's warning.
Lewis Capaldi: Scottish singer's album is fastest-selling of 2019 so far
Scots singer hopes to "make some money finally" after his debut record goes straight to number one.

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