Northern Ireland
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DUP Leader Labels Objections to Northern Ireland Centenary Stone ‘Hypocritical’
Gavin Robinson has criticized Sinn Féin’s opposition to a commemorative stone at Stormont, drawing parallels to the placement of other political symbols in the estate.
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Unionist Leadership in Flux: The Trimble Silence and the Donaldson Trial
Northern Ireland’s political landscape faces dual pressures as UUP Councillor Nicholas Trimble refuses to confirm his political future while the trial of former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson reveals harrowing testimony.
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2026 Budget Energy SuperCupNI Unveils Elite Global Fixture List
The 2026 Budget Energy SuperCupNI has confirmed its fixture list, featuring global giants including Manchester United, Liverpool, and Southampton in a week-long elite youth tournament across Northern Ireland.
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Protocol and Prerogative: Analyzing the Recent Incidents Surrounding King Charles III
A technical error at Radio Caroline and an unexpected avian encounter in Northern Ireland have sparked discussions on broadcast emergency protocols and royal public appearances.
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O’Neill Calls for Constitutional Shift as Westminster Chaos Deepens
Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle O’Neill has cited ongoing turmoil in London as evidence that Northern Ireland must seek a new constitutional future beyond Westminster.
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Stormont’s Dual Track: Public Spectacle and the Legislative Sprint for Northern Ireland’s ‘Good Jobs Bill’
As the Red Bull Soapbox race returns to Stormont for the first time since 2008, Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald faces a high-stakes race of her own to pass the ‘Good Jobs Bill’ before the current mandate expires.
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Starmer in Cork: Security and Cost of Living Tensions Peak
Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s two-day summit in Cork highlights UK-Ireland cooperation while addressing Northern Ireland’s cost-of-living challenges.
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Ellis Season 2: The Locations Behind the Drama
As Channel 5’s detective drama Ellis returns, we explore the Northern Ireland landscapes doubling for the north of England and the shifting dynamics of its lead investigators.
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Gerry Adams faces High Court trial over IRA bomb claims
Former Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams is appearing in a London High Court to defend against civil claims linking him to IRA bombings in the 1970s and 1990s.
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Vincent Kearney Surveillance: Unprecedented MI5, PSNI Details Emerge at IPT
Newly surfaced details at the Investigatory Powers Tribunal allege “unprecedented” MI5 and PSNI surveillance of journalist Vincent Kearney, raising alarm over press freedom.
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Anthony Boyle Wins IFTA for ‘House of Guinness’ Role
Irish actor Anthony Boyle secured the Lead Actor in a Drama award at the 2026 IFTA Awards for his acclaimed performance in ‘House of Guinness,’ marking a significant career milestone.
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Michael O’Neill Navigates Dual Role Amid Blackburn Rovers’ Relegation Battle
Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill is set to take on a joint role at Championship club Blackburn Rovers, tasked with saving them from relegation while also preparing his national team for a crucial World Cup play-off.
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Derry Girls Creator Lisa McGee Unveils New Netflix Mystery in Belfast
Lisa McGee, creator of the acclaimed ‘Derry Girls,’ premieres her new Netflix mystery-comedy ‘How to Get to Heaven from Belfast’ this week, drawing comparisons to her previous hit.
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Australian Super Secures Belfast Student Housing Amid UK Expansion
Australia’s largest superannuation fund, Australian Super, has acquired a 253-unit student accommodation development in Belfast, Northern Ireland, bolstering its new £560 million UK Living platform.
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Noah Donohoe Inquest: Jury Selection Enters Third Day in Belfast
The inquest into the 2020 death of Belfast schoolboy Noah Donohoe continues its jury selection process, extending into a third day and renewing focus on the high-profile case.