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March 13, 2020
Benn sacked as NI secretary, as Bryant named successor

Benn sacked as NI secretary, as Bryant named successor

July 20, 2026

Hilary Benn replaced by a former Anglican priest as part of a Cabinet reshuffle by the new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham.

Three arrested on suspicion of attempted murder

Three arrested on suspicion of attempted murder

July 20, 2026

One man in his 30s and two men in their 40s were arrested after a man was assaulted.

Little-Pengelly was 'floored' by news of Donaldson arrest

Little-Pengelly was 'floored' by news of Donaldson arrest

July 21, 2026

The deputy first minister says people who worked alongside Jeffrey Donaldson are "floored, shocked and utterly repulsed".

Millions for Irish language education spent on other schools

Millions for Irish language education spent on other schools

July 21, 2026

The Department of Education confirms that the majority of £6m earmarked for Irish-medium schools has been spent on other schools.

NI economy 'to outperform the UK average over five years'

NI economy 'to outperform the UK average over five years'

July 21, 2026

Ulster University's Economic Policy Centre has upgraded Northern Ireland's growth prospects in light of a resilient jobs market.

Woman, 31, among two dead after weekend crash

Woman, 31, among two dead after weekend crash

July 20, 2026

Natasha Gove, who was 31 and from Ballyclare, died at the scene alongside a 41-year-old man.

Man arrested after hit-and-run incident in Belfast

Man arrested after hit-and-run incident in Belfast

July 20, 2026

Ambulance staff including an air ambulance crew attended the scene at Glandore Avenue.

Burnham 'has his work cut out' on Northern Ireland

Burnham 'has his work cut out' on Northern Ireland

July 20, 2026

Andy Burnham has become the UK's fifth prime minster in four years following the departure of Sir Keir Starmer.

Northern Ireland to play Ukraine in Slovakia

Northern Ireland to play Ukraine in Slovakia

July 20, 2026

Northern Ireland will play their away Nations League fixture against Ukraine at Stadion Antona Malatinskeho in Trnava, Slovakia, on Friday 2 October, the Irish Football Association confirm.

Persistent anti-social behaviour is 'scary for our community'

Persistent anti-social behaviour is 'scary for our community'

July 20, 2026

Young people from the Colin area in Belfast have described the recent disorder as "scary" and "awful".

Ulster Unionists to establish independent process over child abuser Donaldson

Ulster Unionists to establish independent process over child abuser Donaldson

July 20, 2026

Jeffrey Donaldson, who has been convicted of 18 counts of sex abuse, was a member of the UUP from 1985 until 2003.

More than 1,000 teams taking part in record-breaking football tournament

More than 1,000 teams taking part in record-breaking football tournament

July 20, 2026

A record 1,013 teams from across the island of Ireland, the UK, Europe and North America are taking part in this year's competition.

Going with the flow: Renewable energy battery breakthrough

Going with the flow: Renewable energy battery breakthrough

July 20, 2026

A 3D-printed battery designed at Queen's University Belfast could speed up energy storage research.

The small seaside town winning big from TV tourism

The small seaside town winning big from TV tourism

July 20, 2026

Hope Street has been popular with audiences not just in the UK but overseas since it started in 2021.

Ryanair profits drop as Iran war puts off passengers and lifts fuel costs

Ryanair profits drop as Iran war puts off passengers and lifts fuel costs

July 20, 2026

The Irish airline said oil prices had increased costs meanwhile Brent crude surpassed $90.

'Medal guarantee' Wiffen ready for Commonwealth Games

'Medal guarantee' Wiffen ready for Commonwealth Games

July 20, 2026

Daniel Wiffen tells BBC Sport NI about his breakthrough at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, dealing with his newfound fame and his unwavering self-belief.

'This behaviour is going to result in someone dying'

'This behaviour is going to result in someone dying'

July 19, 2026

A police officer was assaulted while another man was attacked with iron bars during disorder in west Belfast.

What will an Andy Burnham premiership mean for NI?

What will an Andy Burnham premiership mean for NI?

July 17, 2026

Devolution, the budget and legacy are all on the agenda for Andy Burnham when it comes to Northern Ireland.

E-scooters - the rules, risks and repercussions

E-scooters - the rules, risks and repercussions

July 19, 2026

After injuries to more than 120 children in two years, Stormont is trying to curb illegal use.

The dancers competing in a different kind of world cup

The dancers competing in a different kind of world cup

July 18, 2026

42 dance schools have come together to represent Northern Ireland in the prestigious competition.

Summer holidays: Juggling, budgeting and imagination

Summer holidays: Juggling, budgeting and imagination

July 19, 2026

The tax charged on children's meals, arts and other family attractions has been reduced to 5% over the summer months.

My ice hockey dream is taking me 3,000 miles from home

My ice hockey dream is taking me 3,000 miles from home

July 19, 2026

Molly will be attending a school in Canada for student-athletes, where she will combine studies with elite-level ice hockey training.

'I've been offered a dip in the paddling pool': Working in a heatwave

'I've been offered a dip in the paddling pool': Working in a heatwave

July 18, 2026

In Northern Ireland there are currently no laws on the maximum temperature an employee can work in.

BBC Newsline Signed Summary

BBC Newsline Signed Summary

July 17, 2026

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Children flee onto pitch amid disorder at football stadium

Children flee onto pitch amid disorder at football stadium

July 17, 2026

The referee stopped the game at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium, and police were deployed.

Police investigating after shots fired at house

Police investigating after shots fired at house

July 17, 2026

One person was in the house at the time, however, no one was injured.

Pope names Michael Router as new Bishop of Derry

Pope names Michael Router as new Bishop of Derry

July 16, 2026

Bishop Router moves from the Diocese of Armagh, where he has been Auxiliary Bishop for the last seven years.

Motorists causing 'chaos' at Blue Flag beach, says councillor

Motorists causing 'chaos' at Blue Flag beach, says councillor

July 15, 2026

Gardaí (Irish police) have seized two cars as they tackle illegal parking at Shroove in County Donegal.

Man left 'broken and hopeless' as husband detained at airport

Man left 'broken and hopeless' as husband detained at airport

July 14, 2026

Mike Gallagher, a UK citizen, and his Canadian spouse Terry MacInally have been living in Northern Ireland for five years.

Man charged over incident where car rams into crowd

Man charged over incident where car rams into crowd

July 20, 2026

Sean McGlone from Drogheda appeared in court on Monday morning charged with dangerous driving.

Ship at centre of record cocaine seizure finally leaves Cork

Ship at centre of record cocaine seizure finally leaves Cork

July 18, 2026

Managing and maintaining the MV Matthew since September 2023 cost the Irish state around €17m.

Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker dies at 81

Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker dies at 81

July 17, 2026

She won for her role in 1989 film My Left Foot and had well-loved parts in Home Alone 2 and TV's Casualty.

Ireland experiences longest heatwave since 1976

Ireland experiences longest heatwave since 1976

July 17, 2026

The current heatwave in Northern Ireland has lasted for five days, but temperatures look set to dip on Friday.

Economists likened to climate deniers in Irish unity debate

Economists likened to climate deniers in Irish unity debate

July 17, 2026

Thomas Gould made the comments during an Dáil debate on the tax and spending implications of unification.

New law will remove 32 million annual passenger cap at Dublin Airport

New law will remove 32 million annual passenger cap at Dublin Airport

July 16, 2026

Known as the Dublin Airport (Passenger Capacity) Act 2026, the legislation will grant the minister for transport powers to lift the 32 million annual passenger restriction.

Aer Lingus proposes cutting 500 jobs under savings plan

Aer Lingus proposes cutting 500 jobs under savings plan

July 16, 2026

The company proposes cutting 290 roles in its head office, along with 140 cabin roles and 70 pilots.

In Case You Missed It

In Case You Missed It

June 26, 2026

Fast-growing chickens are reshaping the poultry industry, and dividing opinion.