Belfast news

• Colin Farrell labels Weinstein allegations ‘atrocious’

  12-10-2017 20:38 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  Colin Farrell has spoken of his horror at the allegations of sexual harassment and assault made against Harvey Weinstein, and his hope that changes will be made.
  
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• Top ten books for children this summer, by Irish authors and illustrators

  15-07-2026 14:34 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Books for readers aged two to 12
  
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• Victoria Beckham is best friends with daughter Harper – but is it a good idea to be besties with your children?

  15-07-2026 14:32 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Harper Beckham’s close relationship with her mother Victoria is one many families can relate to — but psychologists say friendship should never replace parenting
  
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• Ryanair chief responds to freak incident that saw man nearly sucked out of plane window: ‘Things happen time to time’

  15-07-2026 13:01 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Man remains in hospital and is believed to be unable to speak following freak incident
  
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• Co Antrim child who saw parents gunned down in front of him from playpen is fighting for answers

  15-07-2026 11:25 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Child witness to slaughter launches civil battle for justice
  
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• Ballymena murder-suicide latest in number of similar tragedies to shock public

  15-07-2026 08:32 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Woman and girl (8) originally from Poland believed to be victims of horrific Co Antrim incident that left three dead
  
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• Man behind DUP-commissioned probe into party handling of Donaldson allegations: ‘This isn’t an exercise in covering up for anyone’ 

  15-07-2026 08:25 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Jim Gamble says no stone will be left unturned, addresses criticism of INEQE’s independence and reveals even rumours about former MP’s conduct will be examined
  
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• A tribute to my big red rock, best friend for four unforgettable decades, occasional bodyguard... utterly unique and irreplaceable 

  15-07-2026 08:25 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  The former Belfast Telegraph and Sunday Life sports editor, who sadly passed away last week at 68 after a battle with cancer, is fondly remembered by his long-term colleague and close friend John Laverty
  
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• Emma’s seamless journey from playing Iris Robinson in ‘DUP opera’ to new series of hit BBC competition show

  15-07-2026 08:07 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Soprano from Carrickfergus will display a completely different skill on popular BBC TV show
  
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• Northern Trust rapped by watchdog for failing to communicate properly with family over man’s death in hospital

  15-07-2026 07:58 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Daughter complained no one explained cause of patient’s passing and no bereavement support was provided for his loved ones
  
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• Jim Gracey: My big red rock, best friend for four unforgettable decades, occasional bodyguard... a man utterly unique and irreplaceable

  15-07-2026 07:51 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  The former Belfast Telegraph and Sunday Life sports editor, who sadly passed away last week at 68 after a battle with cancer, is fondly remembered by his long-term colleague and close friend John Laverty
  
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• Where to find most independent coffee shops in NI: ‘It shows how well people support local businesses’

  15-07-2026 07:45 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Causeway Coast and Glens comes second, with Mid Ulster third
  
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• ‘Any concerns uncovered about Donaldson will be reported to police, not DUP’: Man leading probe into paedophile ex-party leader

  15-07-2026 07:34 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Jim Gamble says no stone will be left unturned, addresses criticism of INEQE’s independence and reveals even rumours about former MP’s conduct will be examined
  
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• Thousands of ice lollies up for grabs for summer camps across Northern Ireland 

  15-07-2026 07:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Iceland to give away thousands of rocket ice lollies. 
  
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• Where did Jeffrey Donaldson’s fortune go – and can he afford an appeal?

  15-07-2026 01:05 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson earned massive sums over a successful career. But the Belfast Telegraph understands the now convicted pedophile’s fortune is ebbing away – and that he still has a mortgage on his Dromore home. He has to pay a legal bill of half a million pounds – can he afford an appeal?  Ciarán Dunbar is joined by Sam McBride. 
  
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• Officers who found bodies of slain mother and child in suspected Ballymena murder-suicide offered trauma support

  14-07-2026 22:49 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  The victims, originally from Poland, were discovered along with the body of a man at a house in Ballymena’s Old Cullybackey Road on Monday
  
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• Shamed Eleanor Donaldson told victim’s husband that paedophile Jeffrey was ‘doing God’s work’

  14-07-2026 20:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Rapist’s wife defended him during confrontation but also ‘admitted knowing of his depraved crimes against children’
  
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• Restaurant review: Historic north coast pub’s makeover has made it a top spot to eat

  14-07-2026 20:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  The Anchor’s eatery is now a modern, fun place to be... and it serves good food too
  
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• Balancing act for BBC to cut costs and maintain quality

  14-07-2026 18:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Loss-making corporation knows its current funding model is not sustainable
  
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• Police found ‘shocking scene’ of three family members dead after being called to sudden death at Ballymena home

  14-07-2026 17:13 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Polish consulate says the tragedy was ‘heartbreaking’ and like nothing he had seen or experienced in 18 years.
  
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• MLA hits out at ‘large crowd of young people’ throwing objects at police cars in west Belfast

  14-07-2026 16:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Anti-social behaviour comes as young people driving scramblers dangerously
  
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• Family members found dead after suspected murder-suicide in Ballymena home, including child (8), originally from Poland

  14-07-2026 15:05 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Polish consulate says the tragedy was ‘heartbreaking’ and like nothing he had seen or experienced in 18 years.
  
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• ‘The want is maybe there a little too much’: Shane Lowry on trying too hard to make golf love him back

  14-07-2026 14:46 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Internal struggle is the challenge for the Offaly man as he bids to reignite season at The Open
  
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• Hotel review: Dublin’s affluent suburbs almost as enticing as the city itself

  14-07-2026 14:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Maxie Swain unwinds in lovely, leafy Castleknock, not far from where Posh and Becks tied the knot
  
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• Experience the Best of Canada: From the Maple Leaf Trail to The Rockies 

  14-07-2026 13:27 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  From the bustling cities to the gorgeous wilderness, there is something for everyone. 
  
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• Stephen Nolan now BBC’s third-highest earner as new accounts published

  14-07-2026 13:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Station chiefs have said the current funding model is ‘unsustainable’
  
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• Top film boss plotting blockbuster on Jeffrey Donaldson’s secret life

  14-07-2026 12:01 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Famous film-maker whose family hails from same townland is set to rip mask off caged sex offender who led a double life
  
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• ‘A champion for Derry’: Tributes paid after passing of former SDLP councillor

  14-07-2026 11:38 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  “A huge void has now been left in this community”
  
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• Should I track my sleep? Here are the pros and cons

  14-07-2026 07:30 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Does sleep tracking really live up to the hype?
  
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• ‘A really exciting space’: NI digital construction firm hungry for growth

  14-07-2026 07:25 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Hillside Designs was set up last year with government assistance
  
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