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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

UK 'must find Irish border solution' - Guy Verhofstadt
The European Parliament's Brexit negotiator says the UK must find way a way to avoid new controls.
No flags at NI v Republic women's World Cup qualifier
"Safety concerns" prompted the decision not to play anthems at the women's World Cup qualifier.
Belfast honesty cafe stolen sketchbook returned
A tourist's sketchbook, which was among items stolen from an "honesty cafe", is returned anonymously.
Safety call after girl falls out of school bus window
A mother wants safety checks after her daughter fell out of the window of an Education Authority bus.
Yellow weather warning for rain in Northern Ireland
An inch of rain expected to fall in parts of Northern Ireland in just six hours.
Badger survey as cattle disease spikes
New testing rules will be brought in as disease rates increase in cattle.
Derry mayor defends decision to wear mayoral chain on prison visit
Unionist complains chain of office should not have been used to visit dissident republican prisoner.
Lake Torrent: Work begins on £30m Coalisland race track
The Lake Torrent car and motor-racing track is being built on the site of disused clay pits.
Marion Millican murder witness relieved over McClenaghan guilty plea
Pamela Henry says Marion Millican can rest in peace after Fred McClenaghan changed plea to murder.
Man denies trying to kill Hassin family in Larne
Several shots were fired into the bedroom and hallway of a house in which three children were sleeping.
Jimmy Magee, veteran sports commentator, dies
Jimmy Magee commentated on 11 Olympic Games and 12 World Cups during his career.
Hernia mesh surgery leaves men in pain
A group of NI men say they have been left in chronic pain after having mesh inserted for hernias.
Marion Millican murder witness relieved over McClenaghan guilty plea
Pamela Henry says Marion Millican can now "rest in peace" after Fred McClenaghan admitted killing her.
Residents angry at lack of help one month after floods
A month after floods ruined homes, residents are angry that they are not getting enough help.
Archive footage of explosion aftermath
From the archives: In 1992, residents in south Belfast spoke of the devastation caused by the IRA bomb at Northern Ireland's science lab at Belvoir Park.
Ryanair cancellations 'absolutely atrocious'
Stranded passengers tell the BBC what they've had to do to get home.
Former Celtic midfielder McCourt scores wonder goal for Finn Harps
Former Celtic and Northern Ireland midfielder Paddy McCourt scores a trademark wonder goal for League of Ireland side Finn Harps.
Martin Lewis explains your Ryanair cancellation rights.
Personal finance expert Martin Lewis explains what rights consumers have during the Ryanair pilot shortage.
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Tallaght shooting: Gym instructor murdered in Dublin attack
The victim could have been an associate of Darragh Nugent, a known gunman who was shot dead last week.
Tourists rescued from rhododendron forest in Killarney
Air, mountain and water rescue teams helped rescue pair lost for hours in 'jungle-like' plants.
Irish PM Varadkar 'not optimistic' on Brexit talks
Insufficient progress means EU-UK talks may not progress as planned, suggests Leo Varadkar.
Irish police scandal: What next for Garda Síochána?
BBC News NI's Dublin correspondent Shane Harrison on the prospects for a police force under pressure.
Bombardier jobs: Boeing accused of 'pure hypocrisy'
The aerospace firm has hit back at its rival over a trade dispute that could affect jobs in Belfast.
Magherafelt bakery firm to create 47 jobs
Genesis Crafty's £6m expansion comes after it secured a contract extension with Marks and Spencer.
Profits up at NI poultry producer Moy Park
Moy Park, the NI-based poultry producer, made a pre-tax profit of £41m in 2016 on a turnover of £1.4bn.
Bombardier announces 95 job losses in NI operations
Almost 100 job losses will hit support staff in the aerospace company's Northern Ireland operations.
DUP-Tory cash needed now for broadband, say NI firms
NI firms call for the DUP-Tory deal money to be released to allow for broadband investment.
North West 200: Glenn Irwin to make 2018 return
Carrickfergus rider Glenn Irwin will compete again at next year's North West 200 as dates are announced for the 2018 meeting.
Mark Allen beats Allan Taylor to make last 16 in China
Mark Allen progresses to the third round of the Yushan World Open thanks to a 5-2 victory over Englishman Allan Taylor.
Iain Henderson set to be among replacements for Dragons match
British and Irish Lion Iain Henderson is set to be among the Ulster replacements for Friday's Pro14 game against the Dragons.
Women's World Cup 2019 qualifier: NI Women 0-2 Rep of Ireland Women
Northern Ireland lose for the second time in five days as the Republic of Ireland beat them 2-0 in a World Cup qualifying match.
Teeing off
A plea change in a murder case and the "longest golf drive" make Wednesday's papers.
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Luminous Lagan
A cyclist captures a photograph of a mile-long stretch of the river which has changed colour.
Pilot shortage?
Could recruitment issues explain why the airline will be cancelling so many flights in the coming weeks?
Justice targeted
The 1992 bombing of the forensic science labs at Belvoir Park damaged 700 homes and buildings.
Ibrahim Halawa: profile of Irish prisoner in Egypt
A profile of the 21-year-old Irish citizen who spent four years in Egyptian jails waiting for trial.
Delay in £7m funding for City of Derry airport
The City of Derry Airport can't get access to pledged funds because of the deadlock at Stormont.
Judge's warning over mental health care provision in NI
A judge in Londonderry criticises a lack of appropriate mental health care services in NI.
Pedestrian dies in crash on Glenshane Road, Londonderry
The Glenshane Road remains closed after the crash early on Monday morning.
Illegal landfill River Faughan pollution threat
Tests carried out at Northern Ireland's biggest illegal dump identify contaminants.
Londonderry vandals defecate and urinate in church
Vandals defecated and urinated in a church in an incident described by the bishop as "sacrilege".
Derry to Dungiven upgrade: People must move in five months
More than 200 people have five months to move out of their homes and businesses to make way for a new road.

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

No flags at NI v Republic women's World Cup qualifier
"Safety concerns" prompted the decision not to play anthems at the women's World Cup qualifier.
Face Off: Shields targets double over Steelers
Belfast Giants forward Colin Shields hopes to chalk up two wins in this weekend's Elite League double-header against Sheffield Steelers.
Linfield start Shield defence with win at Ballyclare
Holders Linfield beat Ballyclare Comrades 4-1 in the first round of the County Antrim Shield.
Work begins on £30m race track in Coalisland
The Lake Torrent car and motor-racing track is being built on the site of disused clay pits.
North West 200: Glenn Irwin to make 2018 return
Carrickfergus rider Glenn Irwin will compete again at next year's North West 200 as dates are announced for the 2018 meeting.
Mark Allen beats Allan Taylor to make last 16 in China
Mark Allen progresses to the third round of the Yushan World Open thanks to a 5-2 victory over Englishman Allan Taylor.
Jimmy Magee, veteran sports commentator, dies
Jimmy Magee commentated on 11 Olympic Games and 12 World Cups during his career.
Iain Henderson set to be among replacements for Dragons match
British and Irish Lion Iain Henderson is set to be among the Ulster replacements for Friday's Pro14 game against the Dragons.
Northern Ireland women fall to defeat by Republic
Northern Ireland lose for the second time in five days as the Republic of Ireland beat them 2-0 in a World Cup qualifying match.
Carl Frampton signs 'advisory' deal with MTK Global
Carl Frampton joins MTK Global with the company acting in an advisory role with the former two-weight world champion.
Premiership sides progress in County Antrim Shield
Holders Linfield are among the winners in the first round of the County Antrim Shield, with all the Premiership sides progressing.
Ulster Director of Rugby Les Kiss keeping focus on Dragons game
Ulster Director of Rugby Les Kiss says his players must "keep their eye on the ball" and "stay focused on the job in front of us" as they prepare to face the Dragons in Belfast on Friday night.
Rugby World Cup: Ireland upbeat for 2023 tournament bid
Ireland outline their case to host the 2023 World Cup a week before the bid presentation is delivered to the World Rugby Council.
Stephen and Michael McConville banned for doping at Cheltenham Festival
Trainer Stephen McConville and jockey son Michael apologise for "lack of knowledge" as they are banned for three years for horse doping.
Rory McIlroy: Northern Irishman adds British Masters to late-season schedule
Rory McIlroy adds the British Masters to his schedule after failing to qualify for the Tour Championship in the US.
Ulster captain Rory Best out for four to six weeks with hamstring tear
Ulster captain Rory Best is ruled out for four to six weeks after a scan confirms he has suffered a hamstring tear.
Former Celtic midfielder McCourt scores wonder goal for Finn Harps
Former Celtic and Northern Ireland midfielder Paddy McCourt scores a trademark wonder goal for League of Ireland side Finn Harps.
World Superbikes: Jonathan Rea targets series treble at Magny-Cours
Jonathan Rea hopes to wrap up a third successive World Superbike title at the next round of the series in Magny-Cours.
Addition of South African teams positive - Muller
Former Ulster captain Johann Muller says the addition of South African teams Southern Kings and Cheetahs to form the Pro14 is "a very positive move".
Ulster Grand Prix: August dates revealed for Dundrod road race
The 2018 Ulster Grand Prix will take place from 5-11 August over the Dundrod circuit, subject to formal ratification by the MCUI.
Republic's women beat Northern Ireland in World Cup qualifier
The Republic of Ireland come away with a 2-0 win in their Women's World Cup qualifying match against Northern Ireland.
World Rowing Championships: Coleraine rowers aim to make mark at worlds
Coleraine rowers Peter Chambers and Joel Cassells aim to make their mark as part of the Great Britain squad which will contest the non-Olympic classes at the forthcoming World Championships in Florida.
World Rowing Championships: Holly Nixon and Rebecca Shorten target medals in Florida
Northern Ireland rowers Holly Nixon and Rebecca Shorten target medals as part of the Great Britain team which will compete in the World Championships in Florida from 24 September to 1 October.
Mayo manager Stephen Rochford left heartbroken by latest All-Ireland defeat
Mayo boss Stephen Rochford says "sport can can be cruel" after the county's hopes of a first All-Ireland Football title since 1951 are dashed.
Clifford 'impossible' to stop says disappointed Derry minor boss McErlain
Derry minor boss Damian McErlain says David Clifford was "impossible to stop" after he hit 4-4 in the Kingdom's 6-17 to 1-8 win over the Oak Leafers in the All-Ireland Minor Final.
Sebastien Sylvestre goes solo to net first goal for Belfast Giants
Sebastien Sylvestre nets a superb solo effort for his first goal since joining the Belfast Giants.
Stewart hat-trick in Blues win over Mallards
Linfield move into second place in the Irish Premiership as Jordan Stewart inspires them to a comfortable win over Ballinamallard.
Irish Premiership: Lurgan Blues ease to win over Reds
Glenavon cruise to a 3-1 victory over a disappointing Cliftonville side in the Premiership encounter at Mourneview Park.
Cricket in their DNA: The grassroots of Irish cricket
As Ireland host the the Windies at Stormont, Geoff Maskell investigates the sport's growth here.
Get Inspired Unsung Hero 2017: The search for great volunteers widens
The BBC Get Inspired Unsung Hero award is expanded for 2017 to recognise more volunteers from more grass-roots activity and sports.
Sport on the BBC: Best of this week's TV & radio coverage
This week's sport on the BBC includes the EFL Cup third round, the return of the Women's Super League and cycling's Road World Championships.

National News Headlines

Mark Sampson set to leave as England women's manager
Mark Sampson is set to leave his role as England women's manager amid a row over discrimination allegations.
Parsons Green bombing: Two more arrested over Tube attack
The arrests of two men in south Wales bring the total held over Friday's Tube terror attack to five.
Baby names: Olivia top for girls as William makes way for Muhammad
Harper has seen the biggest rise in popularity for girls while Jaxon is growing among boys.
M1 closure object 'possibly hydrochloric acid'
The black bin bag held a container which had a "highly corrosive" substance inside, police say.
Theresa May to warn tech firms over terror content
The prime minister will say internet companies should remove extremist content within two hours.
McCain's dismay over online abuse for TV ad gay dads
The couple were described as "sick" on social media after featuring in a TV advert for McCain chips.
Britain First leaders charged with religious harassment
Paul Golding, 35, and Jayda Fransen, 31, both from south-east London, were arrested in May.
Rashan Charles death: Police officer not suspended
The Independent Police Complaints Commission said the officer had been placed on restricted duties.
Birmingham bin strike halted after court ruling
A full trial will take place to determine if council bosses acted unlawfully in issuing redundancy notices.
Take Me Out contestant 'took his own life'
Charlie Watkins lost his job because he took four days off to film the TV show, an inquest hears.
University Challenge contestant denies rape
The former student tells a court he was embarrassed over his performance but did not rape the woman.
Floyd Mayweather 'always bet on black' advert banned on race grounds
The advertising watchdog clamps down on an advert that was run ahead of a Floyd Mayweather boxing match.

Source: BBC News

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