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RIR soldier’s death ‘a great loss’
The Royal Irish Regiment squaddie killed in an explosion in Afghanistan was today described as an “intelligent, bright soldier” who was “dedicated to his comrades”.
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Families facing financial ruin new
Thousands of Northern Ireland households are teetering on the brink of financial ruin as the rising cost of living tightens its unrelenting grip on already-strained budgets.
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Flood alert as storm poised to hit Ulster
Britain will be buffeted by heavy rain and strong winds today as the first major storm of the autumn gets under way.
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Plan for selection at 14
Agreeing on a system of academic selection at the age of 14 could resolve the long-running debate over finding a replacement for the 11-plus exam, it has been claimed.
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Cliff Richard tells of his Irish ex-priest 'companion'
Sir Cliff Richard has spoke about his friendship with a former Catholic priest he shares his home with.
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Father who came back from the dead
A man saw his missing father alive on a TV programme, five years after he thought he had cremated him.
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Telegraph launches new Weekend magazine
Weekends will never be the same again thanks to the Belfast Telegraph’s fabulous new lifestyle magazine.
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Eight Ulster pubs make Michelin Guide
Eight pubs in Northern Ireland have been listed among the best in the UK and Ireland for grabbing some grub, according to a prestigious food guide.
IMC’s verdict is as good as it gets: Orde
Unionist demands for further proof that the IRA is gone for good may not be answered, Northern Ireland’s police chief signalled yesterday.
McCann criticises detective's book new
Kate McCann has launched a fresh attack on the Portuguese detective who led the hunt for her missing daughter.
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Northern Ireland icon David Healy has admitted his fears that time is running out for him to play in the World Cup finals.
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Sally’s springboard to top NITB role
A very influential new post which will see her contribute to Northern Ireland’s success on the world tourism map has just been taken up by last year’s winner of our Business Woman of the Year category, Dr Sally Montgomery.
Mitchel McLaughlin: Time for DUP to observe the foundations of Agreement
As the two main Government parties are in dispute over the devolution of policing and justice powers, Sinn Fein’s Mitchel McLaughlin says the DUP must step up to its obligations under St Andrews.
Why we’re not flushed with success
Once again we had the coincidence of exceptionally heavy, prolonged rainfall with spring tides, and once again Belfast was flooded.
Mothers bond better with babies after natural births
Women who have a natural birth form stronger bonds with their babies than those who deliver by Caesarean section, researchers say.
Google launch Chrome web browser
Internet search engine Google has confirmed it is launching a new web browser after accidentally leaking details in a blog.
The Script: Chart-topping rock and rollers with Celtic soul new
The Script are one of Dublin’s hottest new acts, having put in a belter of a summer playing festivals all over Britain and Ireland and scoring some serious radio airplay. Andy Welch talks to the band, who have just confirmed a much anticipated Belfast date between now and Christmas
Electric Picnic: Sex Pistols misfire but our friends electric dish up a feast
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Beauty and the beasts: The BBC's latest period drama has a real dark side
Forget the frills and frivolity – the BBC's latest period drama, starring Gemma Arterton, has a real dark side. James Rampton reports from the set of Tess of the D'Urbervilles
Belfast City Airport curbs set to be relaxed
Planning controls at George Best Belfast City Airport limiting the number of passengers and aircraft movements are set to be relaxed, it emerged today.
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• David Healy: World Cup qualifying - here we go again
Ever since we lost to Spain and failed to qualify for Euro 2008, I’ve been waiting for the World Cup qualifiers to start.
• Adrian Logan: There’s no place like Tyrone for believing
The dream final is on. After yesterday’s thrilling All-Ireland semi-final, it’s Tyrone against Kerry in Croke Park in three weeks time.
• Laurence White: If you’ve finished posturing, can we get on with politics, please?
Maybe DUP leader Peter Robinson is starting to warm to Sinn Fein after all. In a statement in the wake of the Independent Monitoring Commission report which said that the IRA is now a spent force incapable, even if it wanted, of starting up a terrorist campaign again, Mr Robinson made it clear he is not entirely convinced that the Provos Army Council is totally redundant.
• Frances Burscough: Why I won’t miss smarmy Laurence off my TV screen
Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, the dandy decorator from Dulwich with big hair and an even bigger head, must be one of the most annoying ‘personalities’ on TV, don’t you think?
• Lindy McDowell: Why Gordon should put a cork in it
Not since the days of Oliver Cromwell have we had a dourer bunch at the helm of the ship of state. Not since the days of Nostradamus have we had to listen to more dire predictions. Gordon Brown’s government has become the political equivalent of a hen house that’s just got a whiff of a prowling fox.
• Pól Ó Muirí: Going back to school teaches us all patience
In January people join gyms; in September they enrol in night classes. Yes, it is that time of year when you decide to challenge the brain and go to that evening class. The impetus varies.
• Ed Curran: Why is it always raining in Northern Ireland newsrooms?
Well, that was the summer that was. Or should I say: wasn't! I missed the worst of August thankfully through being on holiday in eat-your-heart-out, sun-kissed F