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Man charged with murder of Wayne Reid in Coleraine

Man charged with murder of Wayne Reid in Coleraine

January 18, 2026

The 33-year-old man is due to appear before Coleraine Magistrates' Court on Monday.

Boy, 17, charged following serious assault

Boy, 17, charged following serious assault

January 19, 2026

A teenager was found "unconscious on the ground" after CCTV operators reported an altercation to police.

Homeless health nurse 'helped me rebuild my life'

Homeless health nurse 'helped me rebuild my life'

January 19, 2026

Curtis Durose who ended up homeless said his future looks brighter thanks to the support from a homeless health nurse.

Stormont inquiry to investigate rise in 'pimping websites'

Stormont inquiry to investigate rise in 'pimping websites'

January 19, 2026

It will be carried out by the All Party Group on Human Trafficking and Commercial Sexual Exploitation.

Rising ferry fares for the car 'bit excessive'

Rising ferry fares for the car 'bit excessive'

January 18, 2026

On 1 February, fares on the publicly-funded ferry routes between Strangford–Portaferry and Ballycastle–Rathlin Island will rise by approximately 4-7%.

Tributes to RAF Chinook crash expert who helped clear pilots

Tributes to RAF Chinook crash expert who helped clear pilots

January 19, 2026

Former aeronautical engineer David Hill's investigation into the 1994 Mull of Kintyre crash helped pave the way for families' campaign for justice.

Police investigate reports of 'explicit' AI images at County Armagh school

Police investigate reports of 'explicit' AI images at County Armagh school

January 18, 2026

The principal told a Sunday newspaper that as soon as the school became aware of the issue it had referred the matter to the authorities.

'Thriving' three year old facing second life-changing transplant

'Thriving' three year old facing second life-changing transplant

January 18, 2026

Etta from Newry is to follow her brother in receiving a kidney transplant.

Rising ferry fares for the car 'bit excessive'

Rising ferry fares for the car 'bit excessive'

January 18, 2026

On 1 February, fares on the publicly-funded ferry routes between Strangford–Portaferry and Ballycastle–Rathlin Island will rise by approximately 4-7%.

New Game of Thrones spin off 'could only be filmed in NI'

New Game of Thrones spin off 'could only be filmed in NI'

January 18, 2026

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is based on George R.R. Martin's three novellas telling the story of Ser Duncan the Tall and his squire Egg.

The story of 'Ned' and the County Antrim Shield

The story of 'Ned' and the County Antrim Shield

January 19, 2026

When asked what name has been on the County Antrim Shield the most, people's immediate response would likely be Linfield.

Director 'stunned' as film reaches first stage of Bafta awards

Director 'stunned' as film reaches first stage of Bafta awards

January 18, 2026

Kathryn Ferguson, the director of a Belfast-based short film, says she was a "little stunned" after learning it was longlisted for a Bafta award.

Justice minister mistaken about  barrister's £4m legal aid earnings

Justice minister mistaken about barrister's £4m legal aid earnings

January 17, 2026

The Department of Justice said the figure was earned over several years instead of one.

UUP to 'consider' unionist unity talks invitation

UUP to 'consider' unionist unity talks invitation

January 17, 2026

Incoming UUP leader Jon Burrows is invited to talks with the DUP on unionist co-operation.

How football fanatic's 'dream came true' with club role

How football fanatic's 'dream came true' with club role

January 17, 2026

Jonathan Fillis is one of 700 people who have been placed in various roles by the Northern Trust's Day Opportunities programme.

Fan excitement as Irish wrestlers return home for streaming first

Fan excitement as Irish wrestlers return home for streaming first

January 17, 2026

Anticipation is mounting among the thousands of wrestling fans set to pack Belfast's SSE Arena on Monday evening.

'Weird couple of years' for Stranger Things star

'Weird couple of years' for Stranger Things star

January 16, 2026

The 24-year-old Irish actress joined the cast of Stranger Things in the fourth series.

Newry residents celebrate their 'big traitor' on hit game show

Newry residents celebrate their 'big traitor' on hit game show

January 16, 2026

The residents of Newry are delighted for local woman Rachel Duffy's success on BBC's game show The Traitors.

Belfast's famous umbrella street undergoing refurbishment

Belfast's famous umbrella street undergoing refurbishment

January 16, 2026

The art installation of 21 umbrellas has been taken down for refurbishment after five years.

Would lower speed limits improve road safety?

Would lower speed limits improve road safety?

January 16, 2026

BBC News NI takes a closer look at Stormont's consultation on how to make our roads safer for everyone.

Will it be a bounce or backlash for Jon Burrows?

Will it be a bounce or backlash for Jon Burrows?

January 15, 2026

There is no hiding the disquiet among some Ulster Unionist MLAs about being led by a colleague they barely know.

'He misses having friends', says mum of boy without SEN school place

'He misses having friends', says mum of boy without SEN school place

January 15, 2026

Ema Cubitt wrote to the Education Authority, before the start of the school year, about pupils who cannot attend school.

Man continued to work on farm for five hours after heart attack

Man continued to work on farm for five hours after heart attack

January 15, 2026

Robert Nevin woke in the middle of the night in February 2024 with what he believed was indigestion, but it was a heart attack.

Frampton 'proud' to represent Ireland but never wanted 'neutral flag'

Frampton 'proud' to represent Ireland but never wanted 'neutral flag'

January 14, 2026

The boxer shares his thoughts on a controversial proposal to change NI's Commonwealth Games flag.

NI man in cancer remission after pioneering treatment

NI man in cancer remission after pioneering treatment

January 14, 2026

Oscar Murphy has an aggressive form of the blood cancer and is the first to get CAR-T therapy in the UK.

Former NI international claims rogue surgeon ruined his career

Former NI international claims rogue surgeon ruined his career

January 14, 2026

Former Scottish Premiership and international player Iain Jenkins was operated on by Eljamel in 1999.

Could Oscar glory be next for Jessie Buckley and Hamnet?

Could Oscar glory be next for Jessie Buckley and Hamnet?

January 12, 2026

Jessie Buckley is a hot favourite to become the fifth Irish actor to win an Oscar after winning a Golden Globe.

BBC Newsline signed summary

BBC Newsline signed summary

January 14, 2026

A signed summary of BBC Newsline.

Boy, 17, sustains serious head injury in assault

Boy, 17, sustains serious head injury in assault

January 18, 2026

The teenager was found "unconscious on the ground" after CCTV operators reported an altercation to police.

About 30 jobs at risk as SuperValu set to close

About 30 jobs at risk as SuperValu set to close

January 16, 2026

The SuperValu store, in the Shantallow area of Derry, is to close at the end of March.

Man continued to work on farm for five hours after heart attack

Man continued to work on farm for five hours after heart attack

January 15, 2026

Robert Nevin woke in the middle of the night in February 2024 with what he believed was indigestion, but it was a heart attack.

Focus on Derry student accommodation as Magee project enters 'critical phase'

Focus on Derry student accommodation as Magee project enters 'critical phase'

January 14, 2026

The Magee taskforce says they are entering a "critical phase" in delivering the target of 10,000 students.

Campaigners call for their hospital to keep 'life saving' service

Campaigners call for their hospital to keep 'life saving' service

January 14, 2026

Hundreds of people gathered in Enniskillen on Tuesday to vent about services at South West Acute Hospital.

Two-year rat problem 'absolute hell' for residents

Two-year rat problem 'absolute hell' for residents

January 12, 2026

The rodents have chewed through doors, bins and car wiring, with residents in Strabane describing it as a "nightmare".

NI politician targeted by deepfake quits X over Grok AI concerns

NI politician targeted by deepfake quits X over Grok AI concerns

January 12, 2026

The Northern Ireland assembly member Cara Hunter brands the Elon Musk-owned social media site a "disgrace".

'Anyone can be a doctor,' says dean of medical school

'Anyone can be a doctor,' says dean of medical school

January 12, 2026

Professor Peter Bazira says one of his ambitions is to train more and more doctors from the north west.

Police investigating falcon shooting

Police investigating falcon shooting

January 10, 2026

A peregrine falcon was found with a leg injury in the garden of a property in Strabane on Friday evening.

'Unique' back-to-school return for pupils after safety closure

'Unique' back-to-school return for pupils after safety closure

January 10, 2026

Pupils of Nazareth House are back in a classroom for the first time since roof concerns closed their school.

Sisters abused by priest urge Catholic Church to engage with victims

Sisters abused by priest urge Catholic Church to engage with victims

January 08, 2026

Margaret and Paula Martin were abused by former priest Con Cunningham, who was jailed in 2021.

Christmas postal delays in Derry became 'out of control'

Christmas postal delays in Derry became 'out of control'

January 07, 2026

The Communication Workers' Union (CWU) says 40 extra postal workers were brought in to help with the backlog.

Judgement reserved in bomb attack on police case

Judgement reserved in bomb attack on police case

January 06, 2026

Charles Love is accused over a bomb attack targeting a police car in 2022.

Two people escape injury in arson attack on house

Two people escape injury in arson attack on house

January 06, 2026

The suspected petrol bomb attack happened in the Creggan area of Derry on Monday evening.

'If you're going through anxiety or depression please reach out for help'

'If you're going through anxiety or depression please reach out for help'

January 05, 2026

Singer-songwriter Glenn Rosborough says life has changed beyond recognition since he found a therapist.

Man who died after assault 'had tremendous drive' for community

Man who died after assault 'had tremendous drive' for community

January 05, 2026

The man's body was found at a house near Ardara, County Donegal, in the early hours of Monday.

Tributes paid after the deaths of two  veteran SDLP politicians

Tributes paid after the deaths of two veteran SDLP politicians

December 31, 2025

Former MLA Joe Byrne was once the SDLP chairman and Mary Bradley was an ex-Mayor of Derry who also served in the Assembly.

'Such an honour': Stormont guard and Olympian among NI honours recipients

'Such an honour': Stormont guard and Olympian among NI honours recipients

December 30, 2025

More than 50 people from Northern Ireland have been recognised in the New Year Honours List.

Visually impaired gamers urge industry to improve accessibility

Visually impaired gamers urge industry to improve accessibility

December 30, 2025

A group made up of blind and partially sighted people say more needs to be done to make them feel included in gaming.

Fisherman dies on Spanish vessel off Irish coast

Fisherman dies on Spanish vessel off Irish coast

January 15, 2026

The alarm was raised after 09:00 local time after the Irish Coast Guard received a call from Spanish counterparts.

Workers recover 15,000 crabs after lorry crashes into field

Workers recover 15,000 crabs after lorry crashes into field

January 13, 2026

Thousands of crabs bound for Portugal spilled out of containers after the crash in Redcastle, County Donegal, on Monday.

Ceremony to accredit Iran's Irish ambassador postponed

Ceremony to accredit Iran's Irish ambassador postponed

January 13, 2026

Thousands of people are believed to be dead following massive anti-government protests in Iran.