Belfast police declare major incident over controversial loyalist bonfire IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 10, 2025
Country diary: An urban habitat that is good for birds works for humans too Belfast: I take part in the British Trust for Ornithology’s breeding bird survey, and find out what makes a national park city The Guardian - UK · Jul 10, 2025
Tensions smoulder over two controversial loyalist bonfires Belfast City Council has announced its intention to remove a bonfire close to an electricity substation in the city. Evening Standard · Jul 9, 2025
Contractor ‘on standby’ to remove controversial Belfast bonfire The pyre is located close to an electricity sub station off the Donegall Road. Evening Standard · Jul 9, 2025
In search of the UK’s finest mountain view: walking in Northern Ireland’s Mournes Exploring the magical landscape that inspired Narnia and stars as a location in Game of Thrones – just an hour outside of Belfast The Guardian - UK · Jul 9, 2025
Legal action expected over loyalist bonfire sparking concern in Belfast It is one of an estimated 300 bonfires set to be lit over July 10-11 ahead of the annual Orange Order marches on July 12. Evening Standard · Jul 8, 2025
Concern after loyalist bonfire in Belfast sited close to electricity substation NIE Networks have said mitigations will be put in place. Evening Standard · Jul 8, 2025
First recorded sighting of rare dragonfly in Belfast hailed by conservationists The black-tailed skimmer dragonfly was spotted by volunteers at the Bog Meadows Nature Reserve in west Belfast. Evening Standard · Jul 8, 2025
“You gotta quit at the right moment, and Gary did the worst thing any band member can do. I was angry, man”: Scott Gorham on how his guitar partnership with Gary Moore came to a dramatic end – and building bridges with the late guitar hero decades later The Belfast-born virtuoso brought blues-rock fireworks to Thin Lizzy's sound and a muscular foil for Gorham who was always trying something different Guitar World · Jul 8, 2025
From Belfast to NYC: 5 Tips For Northern Irish Tourists With a vibrant culture, a rich history, exceptional art and food, and exciting nightlife, New York City is likely to be a bucket-list destination for many Northern Irish tourists. inkl · Jul 8, 2025
Ronald Appleton obituary Prosecutor in many of Northern Ireland’s most notable terrorism trials, including those of the Shankill Butchers and the La Mon House bombers The Guardian - UK · Jul 4, 2025
Murdered MP’s daughter says decision not to prosecute Kneecap ‘disappointing’ The Metropolitan Police said the Belfast-based rap trio would face no further action following the comments in November 2023. Evening Standard · Jun 30, 2025
Funding secured for tech solution to help domestic abuse victims contact 999 The pilot platform will be run by Belfast-based company Inclutech after landing a £400,000 investment. Evening Standard · Jun 30, 2025
Kate Nash says she would love to collaborate with Kneecap The Foundations singer said the way the Belfast band use their platform for a political purpose ‘is really important’. Evening Standard · Jun 29, 2025
The Independent UK · Jun 29, 2025 BBC issues statement after making decision to air Kneecap’s Glastonbury performance Belfast band’s set, which included anti-Keir Starmer and pro-Palestine chants, was not aired live by the broadcaster
Evening Standard · Jun 27, 2025 Legal clarity sought from Belfast High Court on Supreme Court gender ruling There is ‘significant’ legal uncertainty on what effect the ruling will have in Northern Ireland, the Equality Commission has said.
Evening Standard · Jun 25, 2025 Grandmothers arrested at Palestine protest ‘robustly deny any criminal offence’ Sue Pentel and Martine McCullough were arrested on suspicion of criminal damage related to a protest at Barclays Bank in Belfast.
Evening Standard · Jun 25, 2025 Grandmother arrested at pro-Palestine protest ‘proud to keep demonstrating’ Campaigner Sue Pentel was speaking as she arrived at Musgrave Street police station for a pre-arranged interview.
International Business Times UK · Jun 24, 2025 Leo Varadkar Defends Kneecap After Starmer Says Glastonbury Slot 'Not Appropriate' Former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has urged governments not to censor artists, after UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticised Belfast rap group Kneecap's Glastonbury appearance over controversial lyrics and political remarks.
Euronews · Jun 23, 2025 Keir Starmer vs Kneecap: Will the controversial rap trio still perform at Glastonbury? Controversial Belfast rap trio Kneecap responded as British PM Keir Starmer and Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch call for a ban of their upcoming Glastonbury set. Will their comments lead to a last-minute cancellation of the band's set this weekend?
The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2025 Arrest after suspicious device thrown into Belfast Islamic Centre during evening prayers A 34-year-old man was arrested under the Terrorism Act and is being held in custody
The Independent UK · Jun 20, 2025 Celebrities and rugby stars complete cycle for MND research in Dublin The 555-mile cycle set off from Belfast on Sunday in memory of the late Scottish rugby star Doddie Weir.
Evening Standard · Jun 20, 2025 Leaders on both sides of the border urge completion of Casement Park A UK Government pledge of £50 million for the development of the west Belfast GAA stadium was included in Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ spending review.
Evening Standard · Jun 19, 2025 Cutting edge virtual production at Belfast studio ‘most advanced in the world’ Ogres can be brought to life and close ups of Titanic made possible at Studio Ulster on the shores of Belfast Lough.
Evening Standard · Jun 19, 2025 Officer recalls being rendered unconscious as she restrained man in west Belfast Inspector Roisin Brown said she believes assaults on police are becoming more severe.