Belfast news

• Ancient cave art discovery suggests first known humans in Ireland walked over from Wales

  05-09-2026 00:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  During the most recent Ice Age, researchers believe there was a "lost land bridge" between Wales and Ireland.
  
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• Restaurant review: Tasty, no-fuss food at reasonable prices in converted Co Antrim warehouse

  08-09-2026 19:45 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  On top of the food, Nico’s has pool and darts for a fun night out
  
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• Children with a parent on benefits no longer eligible for priority pre-school place

  08-09-2026 19:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Education Minister Paul Givan said the move would "level the playing field" for pre-school admissions.
  
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• Minister hits out at west Belfast festival: ‘It would be better if we had a little bit more Fleadh and a lot less Féile next year’

  08-09-2026 18:47 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Debates on regional balance and dilapidation also on agenda
  
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• Minister hits out at west Belfast festival: ‘I think it would be better if we had a little bit more Fleadh and a lot less Féile next year’

  08-09-2026 18:36 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Debates on regional balance and dilapidation also on agenda
  
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• Education Authority hits back at ‘dangerous misinformation’ about halal meat in NI school meals

  08-09-2026 18:16 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Schools body says ‘inaccurate claims have been circulating online’
  
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• Belfast actress describes ‘frustration’ as she joins NI creatives issuing letter of no confidence in Gordon Lyons over arts funding

  08-09-2026 18:14 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  The protestors assembled because they feel the minister is failing to invest in the arts
  
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• Irish Open will feel 'different' with Trump visit

  08-09-2026 18:13 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Rory McIlroy admits this year's Irish Open will feel like a "different" spectacle given US President Donald Trump's anticipated visit during the tournament.
  
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• Rory McIlroy paired with big names in marquee Irish Open group in Doonbeg

  08-09-2026 18:12 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Tom McKibbin handed showcase slot alongside Luke Donald and Alex Fitzpatrick in Newtownabbey golfer’s big opportunity
  
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• Belfast and Dublin airports affected by air traffic control problems

  08-09-2026 18:02 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Departures from a number of airports have been affected by a technical problem affecting air traffic control provider Nats.
  
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• Education Authority hits back at ‘dangerous misinformation’ about halal meat in NI school meals: ‘We are simply buying chicken where it is available’

  08-09-2026 17:49 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Schools body says ‘inaccurate claims have been circulating online’
  
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• ‘He’s got all the tools to win a Major’: Jon Rahm hails Tom McKibbin

  08-09-2026 17:07 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Spaniard is seeking a hat-trick of Irish Open titles
  
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• Belfast actress opens up on ‘frustration’ as she joins NI creatives issuing letter of no confidence in Gordon Lyons over arts funding

  08-09-2026 16:49 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  The protestors assembled because they feel the minister is failing to invest in the arts
  
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• Stormont live: MLAs debate regional imbalance in NI: ‘A stronger Derry does not make Belfast poorer’

  08-09-2026 16:47 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
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• NI creatives protest at Stormont to issue letter of no confidence in Minister Lyons over arts funding

  08-09-2026 16:11 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  The protestors assembled because they feel the minister is failing to invest in the arts
  
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• Row as Army and RAF recruit at NI jobs fair

  08-09-2026 16:10 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Anti-war campaigners and councillors question why Army and RAF recruiters attended event, but DUP MLA slams ‘oppressive’ criticism
  
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• ‘I still have a contract with LIV that I'm more than willing to fulfil’: Jon Rahm on facing career uncertainty

  08-09-2026 16:01 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Spaniard is seeking a hat-trick of Irish Open titles
  
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• UVF boss tells bomb hoaxer ‘enjoy your Christmas dinner in jail with Winkie’

  08-09-2026 16:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  John ‘Bunter’ Graham is delighted after hearing gym owner Darren Service is heading to Maghaberry Prison
  
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• 'Dangerously long cancer waits have me constantly on a knife-edge'

  08-09-2026 15:56 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Department of Health says while cancer waiting times are "not where we want them to be", work is "underway to improve performance".
  
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• ‘Without it, I wouldn’t be here’ – Gold medal winner on life after receiving organ donation 

  08-09-2026 15:41 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  “To offer that second chance of life, I think it’s just so important.” 
  
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• Stormont live: Minister hits out at west Belfast festival: ‘I think it would be better if we had a little bit more Fleadh and a lot less Feile next year’

  08-09-2026 15:36 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
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• Artists 'let down and left behind' as funding reaches 'crisis point'

  08-09-2026 15:29 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Members of a performing arts trade union have signed a letter of no confidence in the communities minister.
  
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• Stormont live: Minister says Sinn Fein has ‘brass neck’ over housing issue: ‘Don’t come complaining to me...’

  08-09-2026 15:23 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
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• Kevin Lunney, a business empire collapse and what Seán Quinn did in jail: Top takeaways from ex-billionaire’s new podcast

  08-09-2026 15:05 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  ‘The Quinn Files’ featured in the top five of the Apple podcast chart on Monday
  
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• Irish Open explainer — the TV details, course, the stars and everything you need to know about Trump Doonbeg

  08-09-2026 15:02 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Arrival of US president Donald Trump this weekend shines spotlight on Clare venue, as Rory McIlroy looks to make history
  
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• Police attacked with petrol bombs during 'orchestrated' disorder

  08-09-2026 13:13 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The police say the trouble in Derry on Monday night involved up to 50 masked people and that some had weapons.
  
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• NI pupils' scores in reading and maths fall over last decade

  08-09-2026 13:12 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Programme for International Student Assessment (Pisa) tests are seen as a significant benchmark in how education systems are performing.
  
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• Strong friendships can help to shield GAA players from mental burnout and depression, study shows

  08-09-2026 13:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  While holding amateur status, athletes ‘train at a professional intensity’ yet also must balance work or education
  
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• Ex-Sinn Féin adviser: ‘I was conscious that history of Irish republicans attacking politicians would be used as a rebuttal’

  08-09-2026 13:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  In this exclusive extract from her new book, Siobhán Fenton tells how she was attacked with coins during canvassing for Irish elections
  
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• Talkback: 40th Anniversary Special

  08-09-2026 12:55 via bbc.co.uk
  
  William Crawley hosts a special edition of Talkback, marking its 40th anniversary
  
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