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• Varadkar hopes former Taoiseach Brian Cowen makes 'speedy recovery'

  05-07-2019 22:39 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said he hopes Brian Cowen makes a “speedy recovery” after it emerged the former Fianna Fail leader had been hospitalised.
  
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• Stormont photos show building being constructed in 1920s - Belfast Live

  05-07-2019 21:57
  Stormont photos show building being constructed in 1920s  Belfast LiveThe images, which are from a photo album held by PRONI, show the building being constructed between 1924 and 1927.
  
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• Teen sensation Cori Gauff continues remarkable Wimbledon journey with third round win

  05-07-2019 21:20 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Fifteen-year-old qualifier Cori Gauff has beaten Polona Hercog 3-6 7-6 (7) 7-5 in the third round at Wimbledon.
  
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• DUP to seek health boost from new Conservative leader - report

  05-07-2019 21:05 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The DUP is to demand cash for Northern Ireland's failing health service when it comes to sit down with the new Tory leader to review the confidence and supply deal, it has been reported.
  
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• Lisa Smith: Varadkar says IS recruit 'would be investigated'

  05-07-2019 20:45 via bbc.co.uk
  Taoiseach Leo Varadkar also noted "there is a child involved" who is an Irish citizen.
  
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• IS bride Smith would be investigated, says Varadkar

  05-07-2019 20:45 via bbc.co.uk
  Taoiseach Leo Varadkar also noted "there is a child involved" who is an Irish citizen.
  
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• Autistic boy, eight, left alone on bus for hours in Omagh

  05-07-2019 20:29 via bbc.co.uk
  Officials are investigating after the boy, who cannot speak, was found on the bus by a depot worker.
  
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• Charles Macartney's 14-month sentence may be referred to Court of Appeal

  05-07-2019 19:06 via bbc.co.uk
  A 14-month sentence for a driver who killed a married couple may be referred to the Court of Appeal.
  
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• Police chief moves to establish collusion investigation team following Glenanne gang court ruling

  05-07-2019 18:40 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The PSNI Chief Constable has moved to established an independent investigation team to examine claims of collusion.
  
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• Belfast supplying tents to house the homeless - Press Herald

  05-07-2019 18:26
  Belfast supplying tents to house the homeless  Press HeraldBELFAST — A single mother facing eviction in Maine turned to her city government for help — and was offered a tent and camping gear. And now the camping ...
  
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• Glentoran £1m takeover completes to herald 'new era' at the Oval

  05-07-2019 18:01 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The much-anticipated Glentoran takeover by a UK-based consortium has completed, marking what the group hopes will bring “a new era” to the club.
  
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• Glentoran £1m takeover completes to herald 'new era' at Oval

  05-07-2019 18:01 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The much-anticipated Glentoran takeover by a UK-based consortium has completed, marking what the group hopes will bring “a new era” to the club.
  
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• Northern Ireland traffic alerts: Long delays after A5 crash

  05-07-2019 17:30 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
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• DUP's Campbell hits out at 'shambolic' Derry roadworks

  05-07-2019 17:26 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Roadworks and diversions around the north west of Northern Ireland have been described as "farcical" and an "utter shambles" by an MP.
  
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• Tommy Robinson in contempt of court for ‘aggressively confronting’ defendants

  05-07-2019 17:11 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Tommy Robinson has been found in contempt of court by High Court judges for “aggressively confronting and filming” defendants in a criminal trial and broadcasting the footage on social media.
  
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• Lidington declines to rule out statute of limitations for veterans

  05-07-2019 17:09 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Cabinet Officer Minister David Lidington has declined to rule out a statute of limitations for veterans who served in Northern Ireland.
  
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• Westminster will legislate over same-sex marriage 'at some stage,' says Government minister

  05-07-2019 16:30 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  A senior Cabinet minister says Westminster will “at some stage” legislate for same-sex marriage in Northern Ireland if devolution is not restored.
  
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• 'History must not be rewritten,' says DUP's Foster on dealing with Northern Ireland past

  05-07-2019 15:37 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  DUP leader Arlene Foster has said politicians must ensure "history is not rewritten" and those who murdered innocent people during the Troubles are held accountable.
  
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• Man, 67, jailed for abusing three girls

  05-07-2019 15:26 via bbc.co.uk
  The 67-year-old abused three girls over a 15-year period, beginning when they were at primary school.
  
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• Coleraine stabbing: Man in court on attempted murder charge

  05-07-2019 15:24 via bbc.co.uk
  Gary Moore, 30, appears at Coleraine Magistrates' Court on a number of charges.
  
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• Bryson reports Eastwood to attorney general over 'Soldier F' comments

  05-07-2019 14:52 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Loyalist blogger Jamie Bryson has reported SDLP leader Colum Eastwood to the attorney general over comments he made about a soldier being prosecuted for murders committed on Bloody Sunday.
  
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• New PSNI chief Simon Byrne celebrates 'fantastic' first week with vlog

  05-07-2019 14:44 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  New PSNI chief constable Simon Byrne has celebrated the end of his first week on the job with a vlog outlining how he has settled in to his new role.
  
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• New PSNI chief Simon Byrne celebrates a 'fantastic' first week with vlog

  05-07-2019 14:44 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  New PSNI chief constable Simon Byrne has celebrated the end of his first week on the job with a vlog outlining how he has settled in to his new role.
  
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• Glenanne gang: Court of Appeal rules investigation must be held

  05-07-2019 14:32 via bbc.co.uk
  The Glenanne gang was a 1970s loyalist paramilitary unit linked to about 120 Troubles-era murders.
  
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• Irish IS bride says she's not a terrorist

  05-07-2019 14:24 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  A former Irish soldier who became an IS bride has rejected suggestions she was a terrorist and has said she won't kill anyone if she returns to Ireland.
  
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• Legacy consultation: Majority oppose amnesty for Troubles-related matters

  05-07-2019 14:21 via bbc.co.uk
  The summary of a consultation on the legacy of the Northern Ireland Troubles was published on Friday.
  
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• Cork apartment: Girl, two, found injured dies in hospital

  05-07-2019 13:30 via bbc.co.uk
  Emergency services were called to an apartment in Cork city early on Friday morning.
  
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• Maritime charity warns time is running out to save Northern Ireland small fishing fleets

  05-07-2019 13:02 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  A maritime charity has said time is running out to protect local small boat fishing fleets, including those in Northern Ireland.
  
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• Gerry Adams appointed Sinn Fein spokesperson on Irish unity

  05-07-2019 12:12 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Former Sinn Fein President Gerry Adams has been appointed the party's spokesperson on Irish unity.
  
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• ‘Clear majority’ oppose amnesty for Troubles veterans, consultation finds

  05-07-2019 12:07 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  A clear majority of respondents to a Government consultation on plans to deal with the legacy of the Troubles has opposed an amnesty for veterans.
  
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• Legendary racing broadcaster John McCririck has died, aged 79

  05-07-2019 12:05 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Journalist and broadcaster John McCririck has died aged 79, his family has announced.
  
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• Rammstein Belfast show: Tickets go on sale amid warnings of buying from 'unauthorised' sellers - The Independent

  05-07-2019 11:50
  Rammstein Belfast show: Tickets go on sale amid warnings of buying from 'unauthorised' sellers  The IndependentGerman heavy metal band Rammstein are performing a gig in Belfast next June, with tickets going on sale today (5 July) at 11am. The band will perform at ...
  
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• Northern Ireland MoT staff set to strike as part of civil service action

  05-07-2019 11:43 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Staff at Northern Ireland's MoT centres are set to go on strike later this month as part of wider civil service action.
  
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• Rammstein Belfast: Warning over 'unauthorised' tickets for sale - BBC News

  05-07-2019 11:15
  Rammstein Belfast: Warning over 'unauthorised' tickets for sale  BBC NewsA warning has been issued over the sale of "unauthorised" tickets to German rock band Rammstein's Belfast show next June. General release tickets for the gig ...
  
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• Lady Mary Peters planning on taking it easy after 80th birthday celebrations

  05-07-2019 11:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  A British Olympic gold medal winner who dedicated most of her life to raising money for good causes has promised to take it easier after she celebrates her 80th birthday on Saturday.
  
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• Scottish farmer's fury after Belfast birthday party balloon nearly chokes calf - Belfast Live

  05-07-2019 10:59
  Scottish farmer's fury after Belfast birthday party balloon nearly chokes calf  Belfast LiveHe had to save the calf from dying on his farm in Scotland.
  
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• Calls for removal of controversial Soldier F banner outside Derry housing estate

  05-07-2019 10:59 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  There have been calls for the removal of a controversial "Soldier F" banner near a housing estate in Londonderry.
  
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• Former UUP councillor threatens running mate with legal action after Twitter comments

  05-07-2019 10:44 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Former UUP councillor Chris McGimpsey has threatened his former running mate with legal action after a spat on Twitter.
  
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• Northern Ireland traffic alerts: Co Tyrone road closed due to crash

  05-07-2019 10:34 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
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• 'If they had a conscience, they will come forward' - family of Caoimhin Cassidy urge friends to share information

  05-07-2019 10:23 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The family of Caoimhin Cassidy have expressed their anger that his friends have not come forward with information about his death.
  
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• Five people rescued by RNLI after jet ski failure - Belfast Live

  05-07-2019 10:16
  Five people rescued by RNLI after jet ski failure  Belfast LiveThey used their phones to try and contact help for an hour before reaching someone.
  
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• IS bride Lisa Smith denies training girls to become fighters

  05-07-2019 10:10 via bbc.co.uk
  The ex-soldier, who now lives in a Syria refugee camp with her child, wants to come back to Ireland.
  
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• Public warning after pipe bombs abandoned in Limavady

  05-07-2019 10:01 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Police have urged the public to stay vigilant after a report that two pipe bomb devices were abandoned in Limavady.
  
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• After Belfast, Game of Thrones prequel Bloodmoon to be filmed in Italy? - PINKVILLA

  05-07-2019 09:08
  After Belfast, Game of Thrones prequel Bloodmoon to be filmed in Italy?  PINKVILLAAs per a news publication, the Game of Thrones prequel, tentatively titled Bloodmoon will be filming in Italy, post Belfast in Northern Ireland. Read below for ...
  
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• Protesters rally against 'licence to drill in Belfast hills' - Belfast Live

  05-07-2019 08:52
  Protesters rally against 'licence to drill in Belfast hills'  Belfast Live"This is a shocking proposal in terms of climate change"
  
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• What's on in Belfast and beyond this weekend, July 6-7 - Belfast Live

  05-07-2019 08:49
  What's on in Belfast and beyond this weekend, July 6-7  Belfast LiveThe weekend is here again and we've got some great suggestions of things to get up to in your free time.
  
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• Belfast Lloyds Bank workers embark on epic marathon challenge - Belfast Live

  05-07-2019 08:40
  Belfast Lloyds Bank workers embark on epic marathon challenge  Belfast LiveThe 'Run The Branch' challenge kicks off in Belfast today and will take in 17 Halifax branch branches across NI.
  
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• The Twelfth: Best places to view the Belfast parade - Belfast Live

  05-07-2019 08:30
  The Twelfth: Best places to view the Belfast parade  Belfast LiveIf you don't get down early enough you will be left standing.
  
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