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rte.ieCourt Hears Donaldson Letter to Accuser Addressed Other Conduct
A lawyer for Sir Jeffrey Donaldson told Newry Crown Court that a 2020 letter to one of his accusers had no connection to the sex abuse allegations. The former DUP leader faces 18 charges, all denied.
The BbcExpert tells inquest culvert near Noah Donohoe's disappearance was not high-risk
A hydrologist testified at an inquest that the culvert where Noah Donohoe was last seen was not high-risk. The 14-year-old's body was found six days after he went missing in north Belfast in June 2020.
news24.comFormer DUP Leader Denies 18 Sex Abuse Charges at Trial Opening
Prosecutors outlined allegations from two women who say they were sexually abused as children by Sir Jeffrey Donaldson between 1985 and 2008. The former MP pleaded not guilty to all counts, including one of rape. His wife faces a separate trial of the facts on related charges.
america.cgtn.comProsecution Opens Case in Northern Ireland Sex Abuse Trial
The prosecution began presenting its case against a former political party leader facing 18 sex abuse charges. The defendant has pleaded not guilty to all counts, including one of rape.
The BbcTemperatures Reach 28.4C on Joint Warmest May Day Across Ireland
The island of Ireland recorded its joint warmest May day on record Monday. Readings hit 28.4C in County Carlow, matching a 1997 mark set in County Kerry.
bbc.co.ukTwo Masked Men Burglarize Home in Macosquin, Tie Up Residents
Two masked men entered a house on Formoyle Road in Macosquin around 01:15 BST on Saturday and tied up a man in his 70s and a woman in her 60s. The intruders stole two mobile phones, a watch, and a blue Nissan Juke before driving away.
democracynow.orgNorthern Ireland Considers New Rules on Passing Stationary Buses
Northern Ireland's Department for Infrastructure received 601 responses to a consultation on measures to protect children boarding or leaving buses. Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins said the responses will inform possible new legislation.
realitytea.comKing Charles Performs on Piano During Northern Ireland Visit
King Charles played the piano on the final day of his visit to Northern Ireland. The performance took place during a public engagement in the region.
Los Angeles TimesSeagull Droppings Hit King Charles III Suit During Northern Ireland Visit
A seagull dropped waste on King Charles III's suit jacket during a public appearance in Newcastle, Northern Ireland. The king made a light remark about the incident and continued his schedule.
The BbcCourt Rules Lady Donaldson Unfit to Stand Trial
A court in Northern Ireland has found Lady Eleanor Donaldson unfit to stand trial on mental health grounds. She will instead face a trial of facts under local mental health law.
finance.yahoo.comReport Finds Demand for Integrated Schools Varies Across Northern Ireland
A Department of Education report shows demand for officially integrated schools is uneven across Northern Ireland. Admissions data indicates oversubscription at six schools and undersubscription in three council areas.
deadline.comKing Charles and Queen Camilla Visit Belfast to Mark Irish Music Festival
King Charles III and Queen Camilla arrived in Belfast on their first visit to Northern Ireland this year. The royal couple attended events celebrating the city's hosting of the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann festival and toured local sites.
The BbcPolice Investigate Threatening Email Sent to Northern Ireland Schools
The Police Service of Northern Ireland is investigating a threatening email sent to multiple schools and businesses in County Antrim. Officers have increased patrols and are engaging with affected schools and partner agencies.
The BbcCouncillor Reports Primary School Children Involved in Racial Harassment of Family
A councillor stated that primary school children have taken part in repeated harassment of a family near Londonderry. Police are treating the incidents as a racially motivated hate crime.
The BbcPolice Seek Witnesses After Assault on Taxi Driver in Belfast
Police are appealing for information after a taxi driver was assaulted on Talbot Street in Belfast. The attack occurred around 23:10 BST on Saturday after the driver refused a lift to three people.
The BbcUK Supreme Court Limits Direct Effect of Article 2 of the Windsor Framework
The UK Supreme Court issued a ruling in May 2026 that places stricter limits on when Article 2 of the Windsor Framework can be used to challenge UK laws in Northern Ireland courts. The decision follows earlier rulings that had given the provision direct effect. Legal experts offe…
The BbcKing's Speech Outlines EU Trade Bill, Troubles Legacy Reforms and Plans for Devolved Governments
King Charles delivered the King's Speech outlining more than 35 bills including legislation to strengthen European Union ties and reform Northern Ireland's Troubles legacy. Northern Ireland MPs described the event as surreal given pressure on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to re…
foxnews.comRetired Pastor Convicted for Open-Air Service Near Northern Ireland Abortion Clinic
A 78-year-old retired pastor in Northern Ireland was found guilty on Thursday of conducting an illegal abortion protest. He held a short open-air church service near a hospital abortion facility within the 150-meter buffer zone where protests are banned. The conviction has drawn…
rte.ieReview Identifies Governance and Culture Issues at Troubles Legacy Commission
A government-commissioned review has identified significant issues with financial management, leadership conflict and staff morale at the Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery. Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn described the findings as deeply co…
leftfootforward.orgReform UK Finishes Second in Scotland and Wales Polls; Labour Support Drops in England
Michelle O'Neill said unionism must look to the future on constitutional change as results from Thursday's elections delivered pro-independence leaders in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales for the first time. Labour suffered a historic defeat in Wales and lost more than 30 cou…
rnz.co.nzUK-EU Electricity Deal Could Lower Northern Ireland Wholesale Power Prices
Northern Ireland's energy regulator has said wholesale electricity prices are 20 percent higher than they would be without Brexit-related market changes. A potential UK-EU agreement on electricity trading could allow recoupling with the EU Internal Energy Market. The regulator st…
The BbcReport Urges Irish Language Speakers to Plan for Potential United Ireland
A report commissioned by Conradh na Gaeilge states that the Irish language should not serve as a bargaining chip in discussions about Irish unity. The document calls on Irish speakers to participate actively in planning for a potential border poll. It was written by a PhD student…
EuronewsDublin to Belfast Rail Journey Times to Fall Below Two Hours by 2028
A €698 million investment will introduce eight new Stadler intercity trains on the Enterprise service, enabling up to 16 daily departures and reducing travel time on the 180-kilometre route to under two hours. The tri-mode trains will use electric, diesel and battery power.
france24.comUK Supreme Court Rules Key Parts of Troubles Legacy Act Are Compatible with Human Rights Law
Judges ruled Thursday that parts of the 2023 Legacy Act do not diminish victims' rights under the Windsor Framework. The unanimous decision overturned earlier Northern Ireland court findings on the Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery. The Labour gov…
nasa.govAirAsia Orders 150 Airbus A220 Aircraft With Wings Made in Belfast
Malaysian airline AirAsia has placed an order for 150 Airbus A220 aircraft. The wings and mid-fuselage sections for the A220 are manufactured at the Airbus plant in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The order is the largest single purchase for the A220 model and brings total orders past…
techjuice.pkImperial College London Study Analyzes Changes in Wildfire Weather Patterns in Northern Ireland
A new report from Imperial College London highlights growing wildfire threats in Northern Ireland due to more favorable conditions, especially in spring. Researchers note increased drought and fire-prone weather, exacerbated by climate change. The findings point to longer fire se…
GB NewsKemi Badenoch Apologises After Bloody Sunday Footage Appears in Veterans Video
Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has apologised after a social media video opposing Labour's Northern Ireland legacy bill included footage from Bloody Sunday. She attributed the error to young staff who did not recognize the clip, and the video was removed. The incident dr…
news.sky.comCar Bomb Explodes Outside Northern Ireland Police Station, Suspected Dissident Republican Attack
A car bomb detonated outside Dunmurry police station in Northern Ireland on Saturday night, with police suspecting involvement by the New IRA. No serious injuries were reported, though the attack prompted evacuations and drew condemnations from officials. The incident involved a…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewMI5 Sends Spotify-Style Video to Suspected New IRA Members
The British security service MI5 has distributed a video modeled after Spotify's annual summaries to individuals suspected of involvement with the New IRA. The video highlights reported paramilitary activities and encourages recipients to disengage. It follows previous warning me…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewUK Preacher on Trial for Abortion Safe Access Zone Violation
A 77-year-old preacher in Northern Ireland is standing trial for allegedly influencing women near an abortion facility. He was positioned across from a hospital and engaged in preaching activities unrelated to abortion. This marks the first prosecution under the Safe Access Zones…
TyronePoliHist / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)Northern Ireland Energy Prices May Remain High Into Winter Due to Iran Conflict
Experts told a parliamentary committee that household energy prices in Northern Ireland could stay elevated through autumn and winter if the Iran crisis persists. Wholesale prices have surged since the conflict began in February, affecting heating oil and gas costs. Officials hig…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewPublic Inquiry Resumes into Proposed Gold Mine in County Tyrone
A public inquiry into a proposed gold mine in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, resumed on Monday. Campaigners from the Save Our Sperrins group expressed concerns about risks to public health and the environment. The inquiry will examine various issues over the next eight to 10 we…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewRemains of Nine Medieval Individuals Reburied Near Down Cathedral in Northern Ireland
The remains of nine people from the medieval period were reinterred outside Down Cathedral in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland, after being excavated eight years ago. The burial site is located near the believed grave of Ireland's patron saints Patrick, Brigid, and Columba. Archaeol…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewSouthern Health Trust to End Care Package for 84-Year-Old Carer of Adult Sons in Northern Ireland
An 84-year-old man in Northern Ireland serves as the primary carer for his two adult sons with severe learning disabilities. The Southern Health Trust is withdrawing a remaining one-hour daily care package for one son due to staffing shortages. The family faces increased challeng…