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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Coronavirus: NI asks for more assistance from military medics
The MoD is considering a request to send up to 100 armed services medics to Northern Ireland.
NI100: DUP asks Irish president to rethink centenary invite
The service is part of a programme of events to mark the centenary of the partition of Ireland.
Holyland: 12 arrests after crowds gather in Holyland
Groups of young people continue to gather on Belfast streets ahead of the new university term.
Belfast African community celebrates city's Zimbabwe-born lord mayor
NI's African community holds an event to celebrate Belfast's Zimbabwe-born lord mayor.
North coast of NI property boom 'pushes locals away'
House prices in the Causeway Coast and Glens area rose by 17% in the last year, according to Nisra.
Conor Burns appointed minister of state at Northern Ireland Office
The Conservative MP returns to his native Belfast to work with Secretary of State Brandon Lewis.
Covid-19: NI records five Covid-linked deaths, 1,071 cases
The total number of deaths linked to coronavirus in NI since the start of the pandemic is 2,483.
Queen's University students within 40 miles 'unlikely' to get room
Those living within that radius are told to make "alternative travel and accommodation arrangements".
Eric Eoin Marques: Irish man jailed in US for child abuse images
The FBI called Irish man Eric Eoin Marques the world's largest facilitator of online child sex abuse.
Donegal: Church leaders call for redress for mica families
Thousands of homes in the Republic of Ireland are crumbling because of bricks made of mica and pyrite.
Stephen Clements added to IMRO Radio Awards Hall of Fame
The former BBC Radio Ulster presenter is among "amazing broadcasters" recognised by IMRO.
Sir Elton delays Belfast gig after 'awkward fall'
The rock star says it "breaks my heart" to postpone, but he is still recovering from a hip injury.
Covid-19: Mother and daughter die days apart in hospital
Sammie-Jo Forde, 32. was treated two hospital beds away from her mother after both contracted the virus.
Covid-19: Close-contact pupils 'should not be sent home from school'
Officials say schools should not identify close contacts unless asked by the Public Health Agency.
Covid-19 vaccines for over-12s and boosters for over 50s
Northern Ireland's 12 to 15-year-olds will be offered one jab, while all over-50s and healthcare staff can get a third.
Covid-19: More than 10% of pupils not in school last week
Figures suggest about 10,000 pupils were at home due to self-isolation or social distancing.
Northern Ireland nurses 'showing signs of inability to keep going'
The Royal College of Nursing calls for urgent action with hospitals under pressure.
What are Northern Ireland's Covid-19 rules now?
How do restrictions here compare to other parts of the UK and the Republic of Ireland?
Can NI women upset the odds once more?
Ahead of the start of qualification for the 2023 World Cup, can Northern Ireland pull off another major upset and reach the finals?
Latest Northern Ireland weather forecast
The weather forecast in Northern Ireland.
How seeking help allowed Tyrone's Meyler to blossom
Conor Meyler says seeking help after going through "a very low point" caused by an overly-intense mindset sparked a turning point in his career
Miss Ireland 2021: First black winner 'proud' of crown
Pamela Uba moved to the country as a seven-year-old - now she's making history after taking the title.
Q&A: The Simon Coveney appointment row
Ireland's foreign affairs minister won a confidence motion over the appointment of a UN special envoy.
Queen's University students within 40 miles 'unlikely' to get room
Queen's University Belfast has said it is "unlikely" to offer a room to any student living less than 40 miles from the university.
NI100: 'May be politics' in Higgins not attending service, says DUP
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson says politics may be involved in Irish President Michael D Higgins' decision to decline an invite to a church service to mark Northern Ireland's centenary.
Colum Eastwood defends President Higgins over NI centenary event
SDLP leader Colum Eastwood says people should take it at face value when President Michael D Higgins says he cannot attend a NI centenary church service.
Covid-19: 'Concerts won't happen if distancing isn't removed'
Concert promoters say restrictions at indoor gigs mean big acts are pulling out of Northern Ireland.
Londonderry: Taxi driver firms 'struggling to meet demand'
Eamonn O'Donnell from North West Taxi Proprietors says it is difficult to provide a proper service.
Lyra McKee: Four men arrested in connection with journalist's death
The men, aged 19, 20, 21 and 33, were all detained on Wednesday under the Terrorism Act.
Londonderry: Man dies in Clooney Terrace house fire
Police are conducting enquiries but say at this stage the death is not being treated as suspicious.
All-Ireland final: Tyrone players given heroes' welcome
Thousands of fans cheer on the All-Ireland champions at their home ground of Healy Park in Omagh.
Simon Coveney: Irish foreign minister wins confidence vote
Ireland's foreign minister was under pressure over the appointment of a UN special envoy.
TikTok faces privacy investigations by EU watchdog
The Irish regulator says it is looking at how TikTok handles children's data - and where it goes.
Kerry Babies: Remains exhumed in 1984 baby death investigation
A baby boy at the centre of an infamous Irish scandal has never been identified.
Nancy Stewart: One of Ireland's oldest women dies aged 107
Nancy Stewart from Clonard in County Meath died on Friday morning at her family home.
Donegal mica: Crumbling house homeowners protest
Protesters want the Irish government to revamp a support scheme which they say is not fit for purpose.

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

Northern Ireland v Luxembourg: Julie Nelson ready for 'special' Larne homecoming
Julie Nelson is relishing the prospect of playing in Northern Ireland's opening World Cup qualifier against Luxembourg in her home town of Larne.
Duane Vermeulen: Ulster sign Springbok World Cup-winning forward
Ulster sign South African World Cup-winning back-row forward Duane Vermeulen, who will join the province following the autumn Tests in November.
World Superbikes: Jonathan Rea focused on 'making no mistakes' as title race hots up
Jonathan Rea says he is focused on achieving consistent results and 'making no mistakes' as he heads into Kawasaki's 'home' World Superbike round at Catalunya.
Kerry Beattie: In-form Glentoran striker puts studies on hold to chase Northern Ireland dream
Northern Ireland forward Kerry Beattie reveals she has put her studies on hold in order to chase her dream of making Kenny Shiels' squad for next summer's European Championship.
Belfast Giants: 3,500 fans set to attend October matches
The Belfast Giants are set to have 3,500 fans at their opening home matches as the Elite League side announce ticket plans for October.
'They're games we feel we can win' - NI manager Shiels
Northern Ireland manager Kenny Shiels says his side have to target maximum points from their opening two 2023 World Cup qualifiers with Luxembourg and Latvia.
NI League Cup: Coleraine continue cup defence against Carrick Rangers
Coleraine will continue the defence of the League Cup away to Carrick Rangers, one of four all-Premiership third round ties.
Seamus McEnaney: Monaghan football manager to remain in post for 2022
Monaghan football boss Seamus McEnaney and his backroom team are reappointed for the 2022 season.
Lucy Quinn: Birmingham City forward cleared to play for Republic of Ireland
Birmingham City forward Lucy Quinn is set to make her Republic of Ireland debut next week after receiving an Irish passport.
Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey 'on target' with stadia funding rollout
Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey says she remains "on target" to deliver the sub-regional stadia funding programme for local football within the current Assembly mandate.
Conor Meyler: How seeking help proved 'transformative' for Tyrone star
Conor Meyler says seeking help after going through "a very low point" caused by an overly-intense mindset sparked a turning point in his career
Women's World Cup qualifiers: 'It's a massive task' - Can Northern Ireland upset the odds once more?
Ahead of the start of qualification for the 2023 World Cup, can Northern Ireland pull off another major upset and reach the finals?
IRFU 'appalled' by Energia Park changing facilities and launch review into circumstances
The Irish Rugby Football Union say they are "appalled" at the nature of changing facilities available to Ulster and Connacht players at the Women's Interprovincial in Dublin and launch a review into the matter.
All-Ireland SFC final: 'Tyrone's win built on a foundation devoid of ego'
Feargal Logan and Brian Dooher's lack of desire for the spotlight was the driving force behind Tyrone's ultimate team win.
Tyrone 2-14 Mayo 0-15: Feargal Logan and Brian Dooher vindicate joint approach with final triumph
Feargal Logan and Brian Dooher insist they were never concerned that their shared position would inhibit the potential of their squad.
All-Ireland Intermediate Camogie Championship: 2020 heartbreak drove Antrim's Croke Park triumph
Lucia McNaughton says her Antrim's defeat in last year's All-Ireland Intermediate Camogie final may have been a blessing in disguise

National News Headlines

Military to be called in to help Scottish ambulance crews
A series of serious ambulance delays have emerged, including one where a man died after a 40-hour wait.
Cladding: Panels failed fire tests 13 years before Grenfell
The results of tests on panels commonly used in UK construction have been passed to the BBC.
Emma Raducanu reunited with her parents in Bromley
Emma Raducanu is photographed with father Ian after becoming Britain's youngest Grand Slam champion.
Sir Clive Sinclair: Computing pioneer dies aged 81
The inventor, entrepreneur and ZX Spectrum creator died at his London home following a long illness.
John Lewis charters ships to ensure Christmas stock arrives
The department store chain says it is trying everything to get goods to the UK for the holiday season.
Online classes 'would not justify high university fees'
International report says students in England will expect in-person teaching for their tuition fees.
Starmer lacks election-winning vision, says Len McCluskey
The outgoing Unite leader tells the BBC he is pessimistic about Labour's chances at the next election.
Prince Philip's will to be secret for 90 years
A judge says he made the ruling, in line with other royal deaths, to protect the Queen's dignity.
Piers Morgan to launch new show on Rupert Murdoch-owned network
It is the controversial presenter's first major new job since he left Good Morning Britain in March.
Aukus: China denounces US-UK-Australia pact as irresponsible
The alliance will allow Australia to build and deploy nuclear-powered submarines for the first time.
Swansea man jailed after CCTV operator witnessed rape
Turkey Al-Turkey is sentenced to eight years and eight months for raping a woman in Swansea.
Little Mix promoter discriminated against deaf mums
LHG Live offered solutions in a "vacuum of ignorance" after concert interpreter request, says judge.

Source: BBC News

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