Irish people tell of "stampede" as people ran for safety from terror attacks in Barcelona
Rasharkin parade passes off peacefully
Paramilitary attack in Antrim `is second time young family have been targeted'
Patrick Murphy: British boxing clever in Brexit border paper
Hill 16 can lift Dublin over us warns Tyrone manager Mickey Harte
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Eddie Girvan killing: Chinese wife comes forward to say she was 'only told of death weeks ago'
A CHINESE woman who has said she is the widow of Greenisland stabbing victim Eddie Girvan has made a complaint against the PSNI – because she was never told he had died. Mr Girvan (67) was found gagged and tied to...
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UK seeking to 'have its cake and eat it' says former European Parliament president Pat Cox
THE former president of the European Parliament has said the UK's position paper on Ireland and the border includes sound principles but is "light on detail".
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Public asked to consult on £70m plan to cut NHS services - but no sign of plan
THE north's five health trusts have given the public less than a week to forward questions on proposed 'savings plans' to cut £70 million from this year's services - except the details have not yet been published.
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Paramilitary attack in Antrim `is second time young family have been targeted'
A FAMILY targeted in a suspected paramilitary attack in Co Antrim had only just moved to a new house after being driven from their Larne home.
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NI's most senior doctor pledges bowel cancer test will be rolled out - once there's a health minister
NORTHERN Ireland's most senior doctor has moved to reassure patients that a pioneering new bowel cancer screening test will be introduced - but not until it is sanctioned by a health minister.
Sport
Brennan has homework done on Derry
KILKENNY manager Eddie Brennan has said that they will give Derry “100 percent full respect” in Saturday's U21 All-Ireland Hurling Championship semi-final in Thurles.
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This weekend's Irish Premiership soccer predictions
Irish Premiership Ballymena United v Glenavon BALLYMENA United picked up their first point of the season with a draw against Carrick on Tuesday night, following their opening night loss at home to Crusaders.
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All-Ireland SFC semi-final - Kerry v Mayo: All the analysis ahead of tomorrow's last four clash
All-Ireland SFC semi-final - Kerry v Mayo: All the analysis ahead of tomorrow's last four clash
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Hill 16 can lift Dublin over us warns Tyrone manager Mickey Harte
TYRONE should be wary of the sound coming from Hill 16, warns Mickey Harte – and so should officials.
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In the Irish News - Aug 19 1997: Clonduff roll over Castlewellan in Down SFC semis
Back in the day: a look at some of the sports stories making the headlines in The Irish News this day 20 years ago..
Business
Smart Factories – Is this the next step for our local manufacturers?
Whether it's in one of our larger global backed manufacturing plants or a smaller specialised batch processing facility hidden away in the rural countryside of County Armagh, Down or Antrim, it's very easy to see, that technology is having a profound impact on how factories operate today.
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From Down to Dubai - Mash Direct continues to go from strength to strength
A COMBER-based food producer which counts Dubai as one of the destinations for its mashed potatoes has been named as a finalist for a prestigious national award.
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Former billionaire Sean Quinn playing the odds with new sports betting company
FORMER billionaire Seán Quinn has launched his first business venture since the collapse of his lofty empire.
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BT Sport to live stream football results show on Twitter from today
BT Sport's football results show is to be live streamed on Twitter in the UK for the first time today.
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Spain terror attacks lead to FTSE slump for airline and travel agency shares
Airline and travel agency stocks took a dive on Friday as terror attacks in Spain raised fears of a pending drop in European tourist numbers.
Opinion
Patrick Murphy: British boxing clever in Brexit border paper
You can have one of two views on Britain's position paper on the post-Brexit border.
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Newton Emerson: Theresa May's border problem will be convincing right wing press in Britain
Theresa May has written an article in the Irish News, on the day her government published its Brexit plan, to reassure readers of this newspaper that their citizenship and free movement rights will be unaffected.
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Increased security needed after Barcelona attack
The horrifying events in Spain once again underlines the vulnerability of European cities and the lengths violent fanatics will go to in order to attack and disrupt our way of life.
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Bimpe Archer: As the KKK march in Virginia, it is clear we live in dangerous times
WE are living through dangerous times.
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Alex Kane: A hard Brexit would suit Sinn Féin in the short term
Speaking last week, Danny Morrison—who is usually close to the mark about what Sinn Féin is thinking—said: “I think we’re at a crux here now and I don’t think there’s going to be an assembly or an executive, despite all the parties pledging that they want that back.
Magazine
Tears of Roman Polanski's sex assault victim after judge refuses to end case
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Judge rejects Roman Polanski's bid to end sex assault case despite support from victim
Samantha Geimer, 13 at the time of the attack, had requested the judge drop the case against the Oscar-winning director so she could move on with her life.
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Paul Danan and Brandi Glanville leave CBB in double eviction showdown
Both stars were met with crowd boos as they left the house.
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Sir Bruce was the best performer UK has ever produced – Nicholas Parsons
Nicholas Parsons joined some of the nation's biggest stars, including Joan Collins and John Cleese, in paying tribute to the TV great.
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Antonio Conte literally laughed off Diego Costa's midweek comments in his press conference
The Chelsea manager was in a jolly mood ahead of the weekend.
Life
In the garden where Monet's great paintings were brought to life
THEY are among the most recognisable images in the world – water-lilies floating on a pond; weeping willows trailing on the water; a pair of skiffs moored by the bank; a Japanese wooden bridge reflected in the water.
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Take on Nature: Gimme some old time religion and a Féchín history lesson
WITH rolling countryside, rich woodland, rivers and lakes, Westmeath – or at least the northern part of it – is one of the most unspoiled counties in Ireland.
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Eating Out: Small is beautiful in new west Belfast eatery The Little Plate
I'M GOING to start this review with a disclaimer: I'm an Andersonstown girl, which means I believe it is a wonderful place full of wonderful people.
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Gardening tips to get the most out of your vegetable patch
HOPEFULLY, you'll now be reaping the rewards of your efforts with rich harvests from your vegetable patch.
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The Casual Gardener: Sedum sensations
THE late summer garden buzzes with activity; thousands of insects on the wing, appearing to enjoy the nectar-fuelled feeding frenzy.
Arts
Smiley's people: Co Down-born actor Michael Smiley talks Free Fire and Jawbone
MICHAEL Smiley has been acting for nearly 20 years, but it's really only in the last decade that the Holywood native has begun to transition from cult favourite to an increasingly familiar face on the big and small screens.
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Ionsaí marfach in áit ar bhain mé sult as na pléisiúir shimplí mí ó shin
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Veteran entertainer Bruce Forsyth dies at 89
TV VETERAN Bruce Forsyth has died at the age of 89, his manager has said.
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Special event: Cinema Day, August 28
FILM Hub NI's second annual Cinema Day will be bringing loads of classic movies and recent gems back to big screens across the north on Monday August 28.
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Cult Movie: Nigel Kneale, the man who changed the face of television sci-fi
IF SCREENWRITER Nigel Kneale had only ever penned The Quatermass Experiment (1953) he'd still be considered one of the most important figures in TV drama ever.
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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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