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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Doug Beattie 'deeply ashamed' by past tweets
Earlier Mr Beattie apologised for tweeting a joke about the former DUP leader Edwin Poots and his wife.
Belfast Ravenhill crash: Adrian Ursu charged with dangerous driving
A court hears that Adrian Ursu, 32, told police he drank up to six beers before Saturday's crash.
Covid-19: NI records one further deaths and 3,932 cases
The total number of deaths linked to the virus reported by the Department of Health is 3,072.
Bloody Sunday: Parachute Regiment flags near Derry 'unacceptable'
Unionists say the flags, put up ahead of the 50th anniversary of Bloody Sunday, should be taken down.
Covid-19: 'Still very much in the middle of the pandemic'
As restrictions are being eased, a health boss says the impact of Covid will be felt for a long time.
Ireland tells Russia live-fire naval exercise is 'not welcome'
Ireland's defence minister says Russian tests off the coast are unwanted, but cannot be stopped.
Golf landmark as first woman set to be Northern Ireland club captain
Alison Chestnutt will become the first woman to lead both the male and female members of an NI club.
Covid-19: Stormont to consider hotel support plans
A fund to help hospitality businesses opened last week but hotel operators were not included.
Stormont 'Jubilee tree row' prompts policy review
The move comes after a refusal to plant a tree at Stormont to mark the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.
NI Protocol: EU says 'timely agreement' possible
The EU's chief negotiator says "durable solutions" can be found after the latest talks with the UK.
Just Eat: Takeaway owner loses almost £9,000 in suspected fraud
Joe Morgan, who runs a fish and chip shop near Belfast, says he has had to borrow money to stay open.
Drink and drug driving: Rise in arrests over Christmas and new year
A 16-year-old was among 295 arrests for drink or drug driving related offences.
Martin McGuinness acted 'with integrity' says former PSNI chief constable
Sir George Hamilton spoke to a new documentary on 20 years of the Police Service of Northern Ireland.
Covid-19: Gear-shift in pandemic amid Omicron surge in NI
Confirmed cases of the virus remain relatively steady, but hospital numbers are slowly falling.
Covid-19: Swann hopeful for 'beginning of the end' of pandemic
Rules on self-isolation and table service in Northern Ireland have been relaxed.
Covid-19: Coronavirus-linked deaths have risen, says Nisra
The virus was mentioned on the death certificates of 43 people, up to Friday 14 January.
NI Covid-19 restrictions: What are the rules?
BBC News NI looks at where Northern Ireland stands in regards to Covid rules after Thursday's relaxations.
Covid-19: NI to scrap vaccine passports in pubs and restaurants
Stormont ministers agree to drop the use of vaccine passports in hospitality settings from Wednesday.
Covid-19: What are NI's testing and isolation rules?
The rules on Covid testing and the mandatory self-isolation period are changing in Northern Ireland.
MoT: Drivers in NI face penalty as test centres tackle backlog
Some people are unable to get an MoT appointment but a valid certificate is needed for vehicle tax.
Newry regeneration scheme a bridge too far?
The investment promises a new theatre, civic centre, park and bypass - but some are unconvinced.
Latest Northern Ireland weather forecast
The weather forecast in Northern Ireland.
The controversial Irish force sent to police Palestine
The disbandment of the Royal Irish Constabulary in 1922 led hundreds of ex-members to go overseas.
Red diesel loss 'could cost businesses millions'
From April, construction and manufacturing firms will have to switch to pricier so-called white diesel.
The roller-skating group tackling loneliness
Skate Social Belfast regularly meets at well-known city landmarks, including Titanic Belfast.
Doug Beattie: 'My Poots joke was inappropriate and wrong'
Ulster Unionist leader Doug Beattie apologises for making a joke about DUP MLA Edwin Poots.
Covid-19: NI coming to end of this wave, says Swann
Northern Ireland is "hopefully" coming to the end of this wave of coronavirus, says Robin Swann.
North West 200: Is record winner Alastair Seeley the world's fastest postman?
North West 200 record holder Alastair Seeley tells BBC Sport about finding a ride for the returning road race, taking a job as a postman to "pay the bills" and competing against riders who have a "silver spoon".
Londonderry: Stormont approves £15m funding for Ebrington hotel
Work on a 152-bed hotel at a former military barracks in Londonderry is due to be completed next year.
Londonderry: Controlled explosion carried out on 'suspicious' vehicle
Army technical officers have carried out a controlled explosion on a vehicle in Derry.
Apology for theft from shop, 30 years later
Jim Barr receives an anonymous apology for a theft from his shop 30 years ago.
Brian Hannon: Funeral of former bishop held in Enniskillen
Mourners are told of how Bishop Hannon comforted survivors of the Enniskillen bomb in hospital.
Carlow body: Inquiry after 'dead man' taken into post office
Reports suggest a deceased pensioner was "propped up by two men" who tried to claim his pension.
Coronavirus: Irish government removes most of its Covid rules
"Today is a good day," says Irish PM, lifting restrictions on hospitality and household gatherings.
Jozef Puska, 31, charged with murder of Ashling Murphy
A man appears at a special court in the Republic of Ireland charged with the murder of Ashling Murphy.
Covid-19: Public healthcare staff in Ireland to get tax-free payment
People who worked on the frontline during the pandemic are to receive a tax-free payment of ?1,000.
'Ringleader' of gang who attacked Kevin Lunney named
Mr Lunney was kidnapped from outside his home, tortured and told to resign from his job.

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

Stephen Ferris: Ex-Ireland and Lions star says Ulster can win Champions Cup
Stephen Ferris says Ulster can dethrone holders Toulouse in the Champions Cup last-16 tie and indeed go on to win the entire competition.
Irish Premiership: 'It's going to be some battle' - Reds boss McLaughlin on key clash with Linfield
Cliftonville and Linfield clash in a key Premiership encounter at Solitude on Tuesday night, live on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website.
Football League: Armagh fans 'excited' by Croke Park Dubs opener says McConville
Oisin McConville says Saturday's Football League opener against Dublin will give Armagh a test that they cannot get against Ulster teams.
Six Nations 2022: Irish flanker van der Flier a doubt for Wales opener
Ireland flanker Josh van der Flier could miss the Six Nations game against Wales after sustaining a groin injury.
Golf landmark as first woman set to be Northern Ireland club captain
Alison Chestnutt will become the first woman to lead both the male and female members of an NI club.
Watch: Giants fight back to grab Guildford road win
Belfast Giants recover from a goal down to defeat Guildford Flames 4-1 and rekindle their Elite League title challenge.
Bohemians launch Bob Marley-inspired kit for 2022 season
Bohemians team up with the family of music legend Bob Marley to commemorate a famous concert on their kit.
Matthew Tipton: Portadown 'part ways' with manager of four years
Portadown 'part ways' with manager Matthew Tipton, with the club saying they agreed a "mutual parting of the ways" with their former player.
All-Ireland Hurling semi-final: Ballygunner beat Slaughtneil to reach first final
Two Billy O'Keeffe goals power Ballygunner past Ulster champions Slaughtneil and into their first All-Ireland club hurling final.
WRC: Craig Breen third in Monte Carlo rally after Elfyn Evans crash
Ireland's Craig Breen finishes third at the Monte Carlo rally on his Ford debut as Sebastien Loeb takes a dramatic late win.
Elite League: Belfast Giants bounce back to secure away win over Guildford Flames
Belfast Giants come from a goal down to get their Elite League title bid back on track with a 4-1 away win over Guildford Flames.
Unrealistic or a boost for all? Irish Premiership bosses have their say on increased spending
With the transfer of Lee Bonis to Larne for a reported six-figure fee thrusting increased spending into the spotlight, BBC Sport NI gets the views of six Irish Premiership managers on the issue.
'Where you really from?' - Race and identity in Northern Irish football
Rosie Zubier represented Northern Ireland at youth level for more than six years, and found her identity repeatedly called into question.
'He's a blind face I need to annihilate' - Michael Conlan bullish for Leigh Wood showdown
Michael Conlan says he's "ready to go" for his WBA featherweight title fight against champion Leigh Wood in Nottingham on 12 March.

National News Headlines

Nusrat Ghani: PM orders Cabinet Office to investigate 'Muslimness' claim
Tory MP Nusrat Ghani says she was told her faith was given as a reason for her sacking as a minister.
No 10 staff gathered indoors for PM birthday in lockdown
Downing Street admits staff gathered to wish Boris Johnson well, following a report from ITV News.
Ukraine: Boris Johnson warns Russian invasion would be disastrous
Boris Johnson says an invasion would be painful and bloody for Russia - but war is not inevitable.
Covid travel tests axed in England and Scotland for fully vaccinated
From 11 February, arrivals in England and Scotland will no longer have to take a test within 48 hours.
Brewdog chief James Watt accused of inappropriate behaviour
Former US workers at the brewing giant say James Watt's behaviour made female bartenders feel "uncomfortable" and "powerless".
Koshka Duff: Met apology to woman over language in strip search
Police apologise to an academic over the "sexist, derogatory and unacceptable" language.
Emmerdale and Coronation Street rescheduled in ITV shake-up
New slots for Coronation Street and Emmerdale are among the changes announced by the network.
Woman stabbed to death and man killed by vehicle in Maida Vale
Detectives have arrested the driver of the car, a 26-year-old man, on suspicion of murder.
Mayhill riot: South Wales Police response criticised in independent review
South Wales Police apologises for slow response after independent panel finds "significant failings".
Julian Assange can ask Supreme Court to consider extradition case
The Wikileaks founder can petition the UK's highest court for a hearing, stalling his extradition to the US.
Doug Beattie 'deeply ashamed' by past tweets
Earlier Mr Beattie apologised for tweeting a joke about the former DUP leader Edwin Poots and his wife.
James Snyder fired from Broadway Harry Potter play over misconduct claim
James Snyder was first suspended from the show in November following a complaint from a co-star.

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