Opinion

Calls for reform at Stormont are growing, but will likely fall on deaf DUP and Sinn Fein ears

The new year isn’t ushering in political change for Northern Ireland. The same old squabbling and stalemate still predominate at Stormont so discussion on reforming the institutions is entirely ...

NI woman cleared of child cruelty despite ‘poor judgment and poor practice’ in lifting of nursery boy

A Northern Ireland woman has been acquitted of a child cruelty charge despite a judge blasting the circumstances as an example of “poor judgment and poor practice”.

NI man investigated over deepfake child abuse images of schoolgirls

Police are investigating a Co Tyrone man who is alleged to have altered pictures of underage schoolgirls into naked images using AI technology.

DUP’s Michelle McIlveen leads the way for most questions submitted at the Assembly

The DUP’s Michelle McIlveen was the most prolific scrutiniser of Stormont ministers during the last parliamentary session.

‘It’s been surreal, quietly hopeful’: NI actor says experimental MND drug brought changes ‘no one expects to see’

A Northern Ireland actor has said taking part in a clinical trial has brought changes he never expected to experience again.

Split site arrangement at hospital was ‘not ideal’ for treatment of ill baby, inquest is told

A consultant involved in the care of a baby who died eight days after surgery has said a situation which saw him treated at two different sites was “not ideal”, an inquest has been told.

NI councillors ‘under-reporting incidents of intimidation’, body warns

Police have urged councillors in Northern Ireland to report all threats and abuse they are receiving. The failure to disclose all incidents is making it difficult to assess the level of intimidation ...

TUV figures voice distrust of ‘clueless’ Reform UK and brand Nigel Farage ‘a charlatan’

Prominent TUV members have branded Nigel Farage a “self-serving charlatan” and voiced their distrust of a Reform UK government which their party at Stormont has said it is looking forward to.

Larne show no signs of slowing up in title sprint as Gary Haveron hails ‘masterclass’ at 10-man Glentoran

Larne manager Gary Haveron hailed a masterclass from his side after they thumped Glentoran 4-1 at the BetMcLean Oval.

Former Derry ace reveals the key ingredient that can turn things around for the Oak Leafs

Derry won their first game of football in over a year last weekend when they beat Antrim in the McKenna Cup, but former county star Eoin Bradley believes that they are in a good position and the key ...

The top plant-based friendly restaurants loved by locals in Belfast

Belfast is a lively city with a diverse food scene, from fine dining to street food, and, of course, plant-based-friendly restaurants. Whether you’re looking for a lively spot to catch up with friends ...

League of Ireland side set sights on in-demand Cliftonville ace as Larne teen seals Glenavon loan

Shelbourne are being heavily linked with in-demand Cliftonville defender Odhrán Casey. The 23-year-old centre-back has attracted considerable interest with the Dublin side hoping to land their target.