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• North Belfast: Man is injured in shooting - BBC News

  30-04-2020 23:57
  
  North Belfast: Man is injured in shooting  BBC News
  
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• North Belfast: Man is injured in shooting

  30-04-2020 23:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Police say the victim received a wound to the leg in the Lepper Street area on Thursday evening.
  
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• US officials say virus not man-made, but still considering Chinese lab theory

  30-04-2020 23:53 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  US intelligence agencies are debunking a conspiracy theory, saying they have concluded that coronavirus was “not man-made or genetically modified”.
  
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• Gigi Hadid confirms she and Zayn Malik are expecting a child

  30-04-2020 23:37 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Gigi Hadid said she and boyfriend Zayn Malik are “very excited” as she confirmed they are expecting their first child together.
  
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• Coronavirus: Boris Johnson says UK is past the peak of outbreak

  30-04-2020 23:30 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Boris Johnson says he will set out a plan next week on the economy, schools and transport beyond lockdown.
  
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• Tall Pines remains at 43 COVID-19 cases - By Fran Gonzalez - Republican Journal

  30-04-2020 23:28
  
  Tall Pines remains at 43 COVID-19 cases - By Fran Gonzalez  Republican Journal
  
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• Nasa goes private for first astronaut lunar landers in decades

  30-04-2020 23:28 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Nasa is turning to private industry for the first lunar landers for astronauts in half a century – with three competing, quite contrasting versions.
  
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• Kylie Jenner labels Travis Scott ‘daddy of the year’ in birthday message

  30-04-2020 23:19 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Kylie Jenner has labelled her ex-boyfriend Travis Scott “daddy of the year” in a social media post wishing him a happy birthday.
  
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• Belfast priest swaps robes for scrubs to join coronavirus frontline - Belfast Live

  30-04-2020 23:08
  
  Belfast priest swaps robes for scrubs to join coronavirus frontline  Belfast Live
  
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• Richard and Judy discuss lockdown reading ahead of their new show about books

  30-04-2020 22:56 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Judy Finnigan has talked up the value of reading during the lockdown ahead of her return to Channel 4 for a programme which will recommend good books to read during the pandemic.
  
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• BJ Hogg: Give My Head Peace star dies aged 65 - Belfast Live

  30-04-2020 22:28
  
  BJ Hogg: Give My Head Peace star dies aged 65  Belfast Live
  
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• Coronavirus: Cast of Neighbours thank Portstewart fans

  30-04-2020 22:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A group of residents in Portstewart got an unexpected message from the Australian soap's stars.
  
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• Coronavirus: Two grieving families tell of their heartache

  30-04-2020 22:25 via bbc.co.uk
  
  As the number of hospital deaths from coronavirus in NI reaches 347, relatives speak of their loss.
  
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• Health support for musicians during lockdown - Belfast Live

  30-04-2020 22:22
  
  Health support for musicians during lockdown  Belfast Live
  
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• Virologist proposes all-Ireland strategy in Belfast - InTallaght

  30-04-2020 22:21
  
  Virologist proposes all-Ireland strategy in Belfast  InTallaght
  
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• Give My Head Peace star BJ Hogg dies aged 65

  30-04-2020 22:03 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  BJ Hogg, one of the stars of the hit BBC show Give My Head Peace, has died at the age of 65.
  
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• Donald Findlay not impressed with Rangers over complaint against SPFL

  30-04-2020 22:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Former Rangers director Donald Findlay has criticised the Ibrox club for the way they have approached their complaint against the Scottish Professional Football League.
  
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• Sergio Aguero says pandemic scares him and other players

  30-04-2020 21:56 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero insists players are “scared” to return to action during the coronavirus pandemic.
  
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• Kate Garraway says her husband is ‘still with us’, but faces Covid-19 battle

  30-04-2020 21:51 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Kate Garraway has said her husband is “still with us, but what a battle it is” after he was admitted to hospital with coronavirus.
  
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• Coronavirus: Health department criticised over statistics

  30-04-2020 21:32 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The UK Statistics Authority says figures need to be reported in "an easily accessible, orderly way".
  
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• Second virus wave may be more severe than first, Whitty warns

  30-04-2020 21:12 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  A second wave of coronavirus could be “more severe” than the first and may spread more rapidly if it arrives in winter, England’s chief medical officer has warned.
  
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• BJ Hogg: Tributes paid after actor dies, aged 65

  30-04-2020 21:11 via bbc.co.uk
  
  He became a household name as Big Mervyn in the BBC NI comedy series Give My Head Peace.
  
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• Rita Wilson shares touching message with husband Tom Hanks on their anniversary

  30-04-2020 20:57 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Rita Wilson has marked her 32nd wedding anniversary with Tom Hanks by sharing a message to her husband on social media.
  
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• Bus drivers and firemen show support for NHS in NI

  30-04-2020 20:57 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Bus drivers and firemen in Northern Ireland were among those showing appreciation for the NHS on Thursday.
  
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• In Pictures: Nation salutes NHS and Captain Tom as Clap for Carers continues

  30-04-2020 20:45 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The country has shown its pride in the NHS and fundraising champion Captain Tom Moore with an array of colourful displays, as the nation made itself heard once again during the weekly Clap for Carers.
  
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• UK Statistics Authority reprimands Department of Health over Covid-19 statistics reporting

  30-04-2020 20:39 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The UK Statistics Authority has written to Richard Pengelly, the Department of Health's permanent secretary, noting the "serious public concern" over the reporting of Covid-19 statistics in Northern Ireland.
  
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• Lord Sugar criticised for sharing coronavirus conspiracy theory on social media

  30-04-2020 20:37 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Lord Sugar has been criticised for sharing a coronavirus conspiracy theory on social media.
  
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• Banks and Electoral Commission reach settlement

  30-04-2020 20:33 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Brexit campaigner Arron Banks has said he has been “completely” vindicated after reaching a settlement with the Electoral Commission.
  
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• West Belfast boxer reveals paralysis nightmare that put life on hold - Belfast Live

  30-04-2020 19:56
  
  West Belfast boxer reveals paralysis nightmare that put life on hold  Belfast Live
  
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• Government right to lock down UK when it did, Prime Minister says

  30-04-2020 19:54 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The Government did the “right thing at the right time” by introducing the coronavirus lockdown when it did, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said.
  
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• Spread of virus in care homes remains a ‘worry’, says Wales’ chief medic

  30-04-2020 19:41 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Wales’ chief medical officer has warned “there is a long way to go” in the fight against coronavirus, adding that moving forward would be “extraordinarily difficult”.
  
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• Gaps and losses in NI Covid-19 data highlighted

  30-04-2020 19:33 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Gaps and losses in Northern Ireland’s data around the spread of Covid-19  should be addressed, the UK Statistics Authority said.
  
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• US maintains immunity stance despite Dunn family’s letter urging reconsideration

  30-04-2020 19:24 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The US Government has maintained its position on the diplomatic immunity granted to Harry Dunn’s alleged killer, despite a letter from the teenager’s parents urging them to change their minds.
  
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• Coronavirus: Should the public wear face masks?

  30-04-2020 19:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  There is growing discussion about the potential benefits of the general public wearing masks.
  
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• Coronavirus: How close is the UK to 100,000 tests a day?

  30-04-2020 19:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  What are the tests for coronavirus, who are they for and how do they work?
  
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• Irish Govt says EU office in Belfast is 'logical' - RTE.ie

  30-04-2020 18:55
  
  Irish Govt says EU office in Belfast is 'logical'  RTE.ie
  
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• Government on verge of reaching testing target after late surge

  30-04-2020 18:54 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The Government’s ambitious daily coronavirus testing target could yet be met after Boris Johnson announced a sudden increase in the number carried out.
  
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• Trump predicts ‘spectacular’ rebound as economy plunges

  30-04-2020 18:49 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Trying to dispel economic gloom, President Donald Trump said on Thursday he is anticipating a major rebound in the coming months and a “spectacular” 2021.
  
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• ‘Worrying’ rise of prison staff contracting coronavirus

  30-04-2020 18:34 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The number of prison staff who have tested positive for coronavirus has surpassed the number of confirmed cases among inmates for the first time as the number of deaths continues to rise.
  
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• Face coverings could be advised when lockdown is eased, Johnson suggests

  30-04-2020 18:27 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Boris Johnson has suggested that the use of face coverings could be advised as part of measures to ease the lockdown.
  
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• Another Irish coronavirus surge ‘difficult to manage’

  30-04-2020 18:25 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Another coronavirus surge similar to the rapid onset of the infection in Ireland would be very difficult to manage, an official warned.
  
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• Pastor Mark McClurg reveals fears he had infected church goers amid calls for places of worship to reopen

  30-04-2020 18:11 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  A pastor who was admitted to ICU with coronavirus has said he prayed he had not infected his congregation amid discussions on whether churches should reopen.
  
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• Lockdown Sessions Artist Profile: Songstress Amy Montgomery - Belfast Live

  30-04-2020 18:08
  
  Lockdown Sessions Artist Profile: Songstress Amy Montgomery  Belfast Live
  
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• How the public paid tribute to Captain Tom Moore on his 100th birthday

  30-04-2020 17:58 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  From balloon sculptures to pork pies, the public found unique ways to pay tribute to Captain Tom Moore on his 100th birthday.
  
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• Northern Ireland hairdresser Jason Shankey's top DIY haircutting tips

  30-04-2020 17:56 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Since the coronavirus pandemic has forced barber shops and hairdressers across Northern Ireland to temporarily close, people are taking matters into their own hands.
  
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• Lockdown Sessions Artist Profile: Ryan McMullan - Belfast Live

  30-04-2020 17:56
  
  Lockdown Sessions Artist Profile: Ryan McMullan  Belfast Live
  
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• Lockdown Sessions Artist Profile: Roe - Belfast Live

  30-04-2020 17:56
  
  Lockdown Sessions Artist Profile: Roe  Belfast Live
  
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• Lockdown Sessions Artist Profile: Brand New Friend - Belfast Live

  30-04-2020 17:56
  
  Lockdown Sessions Artist Profile: Brand New Friend  Belfast Live
  
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• Johnson thanks NHS for coronavirus treatment and birth of his son

  30-04-2020 17:40 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Prime Minister Boris Johnson has thanked the NHS for treating him when he was suffering with coronavirus, and for its part in the birth of his son.
  
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• Johnson promises to deliver ‘comprehensive plan’ next week on easing lockdown

  30-04-2020 17:39 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Boris Johnson has promised to deliver a “comprehensive plan” next week to set out “how we can get our economy moving”, how people might travel to work and how children can go back to school or into childcare.
  
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