Belfast news

• Queen’s cousin Lady Elizabeth Shakerley dies aged 79

  01-11-2020 18:06 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  
  The Queen’s cousin Lady Elizabeth Shakerley has died aged 79.
  
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• Tears, triumph and tiny nations: The Commonwealth ‘Friendly’ Games live up to the name

  28-07-2026 21:34 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Niamh Costello has been following all the action in Glasgow
  
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• The alleged New IRA bomb plot, the law student and the museum worker 

  28-07-2026 20:37 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  A “significant” bomb built for “catastrophic” damage, and a suspected plot to bring violence to the north-west of Northern Ireland. The foiling of an alleged New IRA plot to detonate a bomb was a stark reminder of the dissident republican activity that quietly continues on both sides of the border. At the heart of the case are two suspects: Simon O’Donovan (44), an employee at the National Museum in Collins Barracks, and Isobella Perrie Sullivan (25), a la
  
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• ‘It’s a huge deal’: Co Down schoolgirl set for stardom after being signed by top London talent agency

  28-07-2026 20:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Mum’s joy as child actor snapped up by agency with Paul Mescal on books after starring in two films which premiered at Galway festival
  
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• Domestic abuse survivor living in fear of son who learned cruel behaviour from his father: ‘I love him, but can’t live like this’

  28-07-2026 19:55 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Belfast woman trapped in new nightmare after escaping toxic marriage
  
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• Council and Stormont ‘passing the buck’ over car dumped in River Lagan more than 40 years ago

  28-07-2026 18:37 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Green Party hits out as responsibility for removing vehicle wreck from river disputed
  
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• NI country music star opens Nashville-style music pub: ‘It looks awesome, an incredible transformation’

  28-07-2026 17:23 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Co Tyrone native Cliona Hagan is launching her latest venture in Athlone
  
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• Exploring Tuscany: Where to go and what to see 

  28-07-2026 16:33 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Amazing experiences and iconic landmarks are all on the agenda. 
  
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• We still can’t report most of what happened in this court case, but can tell you the following…

  28-07-2026 16:01 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Inside an injunction hearing taken by a criminal using legal aid
  
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• Judge rules man facing sexual assault charge cannot return to Nigeria for university exams

  28-07-2026 16:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  The defendant denies the charge
  
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• Workers at Co Fermanagh food factory to strike for ‘pay justice’

  28-07-2026 14:35 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Pilgrim’s Europe says it’s made ‘above-inflation’ offer to workers
  
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• Judge wants ‘warts and all’ file submitted on adventure park worker accused of exposing himself to teen girls

  28-07-2026 14:05 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  The case has been adjourned a further week for review
  
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• Businesses are becoming better positioned to thrive: the story behind the Ulster Business Top 100

  28-07-2026 12:23 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Michael Heinicke and Eugene O’Neill, who lead Ryan’s Northern Ireland team, say this year’s Ulster Business Top 100 shows businesses positioning themselves to grow, invest and thrive in a tougher, higher-cost economy
  
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• Revealed: Thug convicted of killing OAP is grandson of notorious gangland murderer

  28-07-2026 09:12 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Marcus Fleming, who’s just 22 years old but already has more than 100 convictions, thumped the pensioner after the OAP stepped in to help a woman Fleming was giving a hard time to
  
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• ‘It’s crucial to have these things for the community’: director promises ‘bigger, better’ Ardoyne & Bone Community Festival

  28-07-2026 09:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Week-long programme kicks off on August 7
  
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• Rosanna Davison: ‘I’ve been mostly plant-based since 2011, and it really works for me as I’ve planned it well. I don’t find it restrictive’ 

  28-07-2026 08:45 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  My health: The nutritional therapist and author on understanding your body, being plant-based and the importance of sleep
  
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• New sector chief brands NI a ‘powerhouse’ after growth at double rate of wider UK industry

  28-07-2026 08:38 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Joey Reffitt, new head of ADS Group NI, tells James McNaney that new spending plan presents big opportunities for aerospace and defence sectors
  
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• What is school holiday burnout and how can you avoid it?

  28-07-2026 08:37 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  When school summer holidays approach, juggling work and childcare can lead to burnout. So what is it and how do we avoid?
  
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• ‘It’s the economy, stupid!’: Why cheap open-source AI is threatening ‘frontier’ model’s bread and butter

  28-07-2026 08:25 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  The AI story is becoming less and less about software and more and more about economics, regulation and industrial strategy
  
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• Invest NI’s results are positive, but whether they translate into a stronger economy is a separate question

  28-07-2026 08:14 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  The evidence is cautiously encouraging, but the benefits are currently more visible at the level of individual businesses than across the wider economy
  
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• Busting the mortgage myths: How to get ahead when financing your home purchase

  28-07-2026 08:05 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Ann-Marie Rollo of Mortgage IQ spoke to Bel Tel podcast In Good Company
  
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• Busting the biggest mortgage myths: Do you really need a massive deposit?

  28-07-2026 08:04 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make—but thanks to social media, online forums and well-meaning advice from friends and family, it can also feel like one of the most confusing. Do you really need a 20% deposit? Is one missed payment enough to ruin your chances? Should you wait for interest rates to fall before buying? Cathy is joined by Ann Marie Rollo, Mortgage advisor with Mortgage IQ, to bust the biggest mortgage myths.
  
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• ‘Northern Ireland is key to the future of UK’s defence industry’

  28-07-2026 08:01 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Joey Reffitt, new head of ADS Group NI, tells James McNaney that new spending plan presents big opportunities for the sector
  
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• ‘I’m not afraid of dying... I’ve had a great life’: Gerry Kelly’s poignant final farewell to me

  28-07-2026 07:32 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Ivan Little pays an emotional tribute after the passing of his friend and UTV colleague on Sunday
  
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• Charity drive with a difference: Co Antrim adventurers to make 1,800-mile Ibiza round trip in 1972 VW Beetle

  28-07-2026 07:14 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Dementia NI fundraising event this week ahead of epic road trip
  
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• ‘Northern Ireland is key to the UK's defence industry’

  28-07-2026 02:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  New head of ADS Group Northern Ireland feels that the government’s recent defence spending plan presents big opportunities for the sector
  
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• ‘In many ways, I think haemophilia has given me a unique perspective on life’

  28-07-2026 02:00 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Haemophilia A is a condition that affects how blood clots. One Belfast man shares his health journey with Arlene Harris
  
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• The prehistoric species fighting for survival in Lough Neagh

  28-07-2026 01:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Restrictions have been placed on fishing the critically-endangered European eel in Lough Neagh to try to restore the species
  
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• Wiffen finishes fourth in tough 800m final

  27-07-2026 21:54 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Olympic champion Daniel Wiffen agonisingly misses out on a bronze medal in a tough 800m freestyle final as he finishes fourth at the Tollcross Swimming Centre.
  
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• ‘We are devastated’: Calls for ‘more action’ following break-in at Belfast city centre cafe

  27-07-2026 20:44 via belfasttelegraph.co.uk
  Police confirm two men arrested following the incident
  
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