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Fear and fallout three months on from Northern Ireland's race riots

Northern Ireland saw consecutive nights of violence following a knife attack - but how are victims faring now?

Could Brooks be Crusaders' next Scottish sensation?

BBC Sport NI considers whether Adam Brooks can be Crusaders' next top Scottish striker after his hat-trick against Portadown on Saturday.

Two men arrested after stabbing in Newtownabbey

Police were called to Glenville Park at around 08:25 BST on Saturday.

Tributes paid to 'giant' of Irish traditional music scene

Eithne Vallely, who was 81, was originally from Donegal, but had lived for decades in Armagh.

What next for Ulster Unionist Party after turbulent week?

From the outside looking in there is much to discuss, some of it not good from the party's point of view.

The 'hidden gem' offering a place to grow, connect and heal

Annadale Community Garden Group is one of four groups or individuals in the running for this year's Make a Difference Awards NI.

'We share what we do with love' - Mela festival celebrates 20th anniversary

The nine-day celebration will see food, music, dance and arts from a range of different cultures.

I was being treated for dehydration - when suddenly I couldn't move

An MRI scan confirmed that Carmel McConnellogue had Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) while she was in hospital being treated for a separate condition.

Day marking victims of terrorist attacks recognises 'my brother's life mattered'

The UK's first national day for victims and survivors of terrorism has been held in London.

Vigil held for four people injured in M9 crash

It is believed the injured family were travelling to the airport to go on holiday when the crash happened.

Vigil held for four people injured in M9 crash

It is believed the injured family were travelling to the airport to go on holiday when the crash happened.

'Party leader has given me no red lines' - new health minister Robbie Butler

Robbie Butler was announced as the new health minister after his predecessor quit over a policy row with party leader Jon Burrows.

Accelerant poured on house in arson attack

The incident happened in the Halliday's Road area shortly before 22:00 BST on Thursday.

Rare disease drug Tavneos recalled in Republic of Ireland

Tavneos is used to treat adults with severe and rare autoimmune diseases which cause inflammation of the blood vessels.

Rare disease drug Tavneos recalled in Republic of Ireland

Tavneos is used to treat adults with severe and rare autoimmune diseases which cause inflammation of the blood vessels.

Fans and stars gather for Jimmy Cricket's funeral

Mourners, including comic Freddie Davis, wore bow ties, hats and fingerless gloves in tribute.

From Zuckerberg to Irons - why do the wealthy buy Irish castles?

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg purchased Strancally Castle in County Waterford.

From Zuckerberg to Irons - why do the wealthy buy Irish castles?

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg purchased Strancally Castle in County Waterford.

It was my parents' dream home, now it has to be demolished

Thousands of homes in the Republic of Ireland, mostly in counties Donegal, Clare, Limerick, Mayo and Sligo are affected by the defective blocks.

Jail for speeding driver found hiding in bin

Caolan Harkin, 23, of Rosses Gate in Derry, was initially spotted by police driving at 84mph on the Glenshane Road

Rare disease drug Tavneos recalled in Republic of Ireland

Tavneos is used to treat adults with severe and rare autoimmune diseases which cause inflammation of the blood vessels.

How one man and his sheepdog are heading to the world cup

A County Tyrone sheepdog trainer will represent Ireland at an international competition next month.

How one man and his sheepdog are heading to the world cup

A County Tyrone sheepdog trainer will represent Ireland at an international competition next month.

NI saw largest rise in disposable income of any UK region

The figures estimate the amount of money that people have for spending or saving after they have paid taxes and received benefits.

Student teachers not eligible for £20,000 support feel 'disheartened'

Student teachers at St Mary's University College want the same financial support as those due to start their courses.

The teen entrepreneur transforming farm management

The app was designed to give farmers more time with their families by making the business more manageable.

TikTok declines invite to discuss dangerous driving videos

Thre social media company was asked to attend to discuss "content that glorifies irresponsible or illegal activity".

No time for new minister to fix health service warns top doctor

Doctors have warned that there has been an "abject failure of workforce planning".

Butler under 'no illusions' about scale of new job as health minister

The Lagan Valley MLA is a former UUP deputy leader and has twice considered running for leadership, only to withdraw at the last moment.

Farm defends Titanic-themed ride after backlash

A fruit farm says it is keeping the memory of the 1912 disaster alive.

Man dies following fire in flat

The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service was called to the fire in the Galliagh area on Wednesday afternoon.

Almost third of GCSE pupils awarded top A* and A grades

Overall results in Northern Ireland in 2026 were relatively similar to those in 2025, which had been predicted.

No time for new minister to fix health service warns top doctor

Doctors have warned that there has been an "abject failure of workforce planning".

It was my parents' dream home, now it has to be demolished

Thousands of homes in the Republic of Ireland, mostly in counties Donegal, Clare, Limerick, Mayo and Sligo are affected by the defective blocks.

What to do if you didn't get the exam results you wanted

Some pupils feel like failing an exam means having failed as a person, according to one school counsellor.

Farm defends Titanic-themed ride after backlash

A fruit farm says it is keeping the memory of the 1912 disaster alive.

'Tough road back' to PGA Tour from LIV - McIlroy

Rory McIlroy feels it could be a "tough road back" to the PGA Tour for those players currently signed up to LIV Golf.

Daughter of man killed by partner hopes campaign will encourage men to seek help

Shannon McIlwaine's dad Tony Browne was murdered by his girlfriend in 2022.

Health bodies back Nesbitt following resignation

Mike Nesbitt resigned as health minister amid a row with the UUP leader Jon Burrows.

Former nuclear bunker now home to more than a million government files

Historic environment records are being stored in what used to be an emergency hub in case of a nuclear bomb.

Average NI house price now above £200,000

The average price of an NI house is above £200,000 for the first time since the property crash of the late 2000s.

Driver denies causing father of five's death by dangerous driving

Father-of-five Daniel Lavelle died at the scene of the collision in Lisnaskea almost two years ago.

Mike Nesbitt resigns as health minister amid row with UUP leader

The decision comes following a clash between the pair over withdrawing emergency general surgery services from Causeway Hospital.

Overhaul for Belfast cranes ahead of major contract

It is part of an investment of almost £100m as Harland & Wolff's Spanish owners prepare it for a major defence contract.

'To lose two leaders is careless' - Wilde takes on Nesbitt v Burrows

BBC News NI health and political correspondents provide analysis on the row between Mike Nesbitt and his UUP leader Jon Burrows and what it means.

Safety barrier at derelict building an 'absolute eyesore'

The metal fencing has closed off a section over the footpath on Donegall Street and limited part of it to a single lane of traffic.

Move to scrap German at GCSE and A-level described as 'short-sighted'

The Northern Ireland exams board CCEA says the subjects will not be offered from the end of the decade.

'A Derry classic': Chicken Box takes centre stage at Rose of Tralee

Derry Rose Cará Hamilton demonstrated how to make the dish during the Rose Of Tralee on Monday.

Two taken to hospital with serious injuries after crash

Two people have been seriously injured in a two-vehicle collision on the N13 in Burt, County Donegal.

The 'fiddly and frustrating' work removing 10,000 coins from Giant's Causeway columns

Conservationists remove the equivalent of 10,000 coins that had been wedged into the Giant's Causeway's pillars.