Constituency changes 'could undermine stability'
Defiant Gerry Adams hints at timetable for departure as Sinn Féin president
Four British soldiers arrested for neo-Nazi terror offences
Allison Morris: Gerry Adams is preparing to hand over the baton to leader-in-waiting Mary Lou McDonald
How Gerry Adams became a 'millionaire'
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Grenfell Tower fraud accused appears in court
A WOMAN who allegedly falsely claimed her husband died in the Grenfell Tower fire and obtained more than £10,000 in funds allocated for survivors has appeared in court.
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4 British soldiers arrested for neo-Nazi terror offences
FOUR serving members of the British army have been arrested under the Terrorism Act on suspicion of being members of banned neo-Nazi group National Action.
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Legal challenges by police officers seeking anonymity in inquest into killing of man shot dead at checkpoint adjourned
GRANTING anonymity to officers at an inquest into the death of a man shot dead by police as he drove a stolen car is "futile", the High Court heard today.
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UK-Irish relations must not become 'collateral damage' of Brexit says ex-diplomat
STABILITY in Northern Ireland and closer UK-Irish relations must not become "collateral damage" of Brexit, a former top diplomat has warned.
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Sinn Féin's youngest councillor resigns "due to bullying"
SINN Fein's youngest female councillor has quit over what she was claims was "bullying within the party".
Sport
'The Laundrymen' of Northern Ireland clean up again and seal second
Germany are supposed to be the experts in economy and efficiency but Northern Ireland converted half-chances into the priceless prize of a play-off place for next year’s World Cup.
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Video: Jeff Stelling and Chris Kamara meet a GAA mammy
SOCCER pundits Jeff Stelling and Chris 'Kammy' Kamara have come face to face with a GAA mammy as they continue preparation to commentate on this year's All-Ireland final on September 17.
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Northern Ireland veterans dreaming of World Cup finale
Northern Ireland's elder statesmen are driven by a desire to feature at a World Cup finals before they call it a day
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Michael O'Neill's Northern Ireland march towards World Cup play-off spot after victory over Czech Republic
NORTHERN Ireland could be on their way to consecutive major finals after last night’s 2-0 win over World Cup qualifier opponents Czech Republic.
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Carl Frampton: Why my divorce from Cyclone has been difficult
CARL Frampton doesn’t see himself as Ireland’s most talented fighter.
Business
Halfords reports jump in profits due to rise in 'staycations'
HALFORDS has notched up a hike in sales thanks to surging demand for roof boxes and camping gear as more Britons chose to "staycation" in the UK.
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UK economic growth predicted by three out of ten company finance chiefs
THREE out of ten company finance chiefs believe the UK economy is set to grow this year - almost double the number who fear another downturn.
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Manager of Titanic Belfast Hotel reveals the tricks used to blend old and new
HE has shaken hands with presidents and film stars.
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Are crypto-currencies finally coming into the mainstream?
ONE of big stories in technology of late has been crypto-currency – that is, digital currency in which encryption techniques are used to regulate the generation of units of currency and verify the transfer of funds.
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The Usual Suspects, the Graduate and the Legal High: a look at what's been happening in the labour market
WHEN we hear about the Northern Ireland labour market, it's often at headline level – the unemployment rate is up or down, or the total number of jobs has risen or fallen.
Opinion
Allison Morris: Gerry Adams is preparing to hand over the baton to leader-in-waiting Mary Lou McDonald
The Sinn Féin president looks set to do that rare thing in politics and leave of his own accord before circumstances force his hand.
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Anita Robinson: When selling a house becomes a Herculean task
It’s autumn. While all nature prepares for hibernation – there sprouts toadstool-sudden in the suburban garden that colourful hardy annual, the estate agent’s signpost.
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Fionnuala O Connor: Fictional treatment of Troubles troubling
Sages and connoisseurs would say we’re now into the age of potentially great fiction about the Troubles.
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Restored Stormont needed to tackle serious problems
After a long summer break, the parties should be returning to the talks table refreshed and energised but unfortunately it is more with a sense of weariness and no great optimism that the negotiations resumed at Stormont yesterday.
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Stars hit the right note in Donegal
It is clear that many people have experienced considerable and enduring hardship as a result of the serious flooding which took place across Ireland last month, with Co Donegal particularly badly hit.
Magazine
This GoFundMe story of dating woe might be the internet's greatest anecdote to date
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Bake Off fans divided as Steven bakes his way to the top again
Some say it was an unfair win while others are already tipping Steven for GBBO winner.
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Sarah Paulson: Ocean's Eight set is an 'empowering' place to be
The star described her job with the star-studded cast as “extraordinary”.
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Bake Off fans offer fortune cookie messages – with a special one for Mary Berry
Viewers make some cheeky suggestions as the hopefuls struggle through the tricky challenge.
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A slice of innuendo: The best one-liners from episode two of Bake Off
The cake jokes are coming thick and fast as the Channel 4 series debuts its second episode.
Life
Co Antrim nature reserve set for £65,000 makeover to make it a "favourite with everyone"
A CO Antrim nature reserve is to get a £65,000 makeover in a bid to make it a "favourite with everyone".
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10 tips for improving your digestive health
Love Your Gut Week runs from September 4-10 and has been raising awareness of the importance of gut health for over 18 years.
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Superbites in Crossmaglen and The Dolphin Takeaway in Dungannon shortlisted in fish and chip awards
The two chippies now go head to head with the best in Britain at the National Fish & Chip Awards.
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Search is on for Darlings of panto at Belfast's Grand Opera House
PANTO season is fast approaching and if you have a son, grandson or nephew who is a budding thespian they could be taking centre stage in this year's Grand Opera House pantomime.
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Ask the Expert: Can Vitamin B3 help to prevent miscarriages?
Q: I'VE had a miscarriage and am trying to get pregnant again.
Arts
Search is on for Darlings of panto at Belfast's Grand Opera House
PANTO season is fast approaching and if you have a son, grandson or nephew who is a budding thespian they could be taking centre stage in this year's Grand Opera House pantomime.
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Wind River an impeccably crafted thriller that highlights ugly reality of US race relations
JUSTICE is blind and frost-bitten in Wind River, an impeccably crafted thriller set on a snow-laden Indian reservation, where the murder of a teenager sends a chill through a community riven by bigotry and fear.
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John O'Connor Writing School and Literary Arts Festival in Armagh returns for a second year
The writing school returns for a second year.
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Come hell or high water, it's time for another pesky irregular verb
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DVD / Downloads: New releases to own and rent
:: Narcos (10 episodes, Season 3 starts streaming from September 1 exclusively on Netflix; Season 2 available now Netflix, available from September 4 on DVD £19.
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Sky’s the limit for Tascomi
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GolfNow’s drive to seek out the best talent
Keeping you informed about your favourite courses and introducing you to new ones, GolfNow’s easy and convenient online booking system has proven to be as essential as a trusty 3-wood for millions of players.
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Gerard O'Kane reflects on Major Moments #GAAThisIsMajor
I was in awe because Martin McGuinness had taken the time out to write me a letter. He told me that, "no matter what, you can say in two weeks’ time you’re a Derry man who’s led your generation,”
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Ever considered a career at BDO Northern Ireland?
Through our own professional expertise and working directly with businesses, we’ve developed a unique insight into what makes a business successful. It is this insight that makes us leading business advisers; we are much more than financial consultants.
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6 reasons to study at The Open University
If you are thinking about why you should study with The Open University we can give you six reasons to start you off!
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What's it like to work at IKEA Belfast?
We have many great every day benefits. We are proud to be one the first employers to offer the living wage and also have a great pension scheme
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