'No tipping point' for border poll, says UUP leader Doug Beattie

Reports that up to a third of DUP assembly members could step down before Stormont election

Reports up to a third of DUP assembly members could step down before Stormont election

Dáithí lights up west Belfast with Christmas switch-on

Irish businessman invents way to re-introduce Holy Water safely back into churches

Masked burglars attack man with iron bar and steal gold chain off his neck

Chris Donnelly: PSNI must protect mixed communities and the integrity of shared spaces

Clann Eireann overwhelm Creggan with some moments of magic

Anne Hailes: Back to the future for Holywood landmark

Sleb Safari: Arise Sir Spambo

Latest

Fermanagh GAA star tells how All-Ireland win 'elation' turned to 'complete devastation' following mum's suicide

People urged to light a candle to mark 1,500th anniversary of St Colmcille

Sectarian segregation and lack of political stability 'key' reasons behind 'brain drain' says think tank

Family of Tierna Campbell (20) found dead in Co Down tell of losing their 'beautiful angel'

New west Belfast exhibition aims to make local history 'vibrant and accessible'

Cliftonville bring flawless Solitude record into County Antrim Shield clash with Linfield

Coronavirus

Covid-19: Four more deaths as 1,908 new cases recorded

A further four deaths of patients who had previously tested positive for Covid-19 have been reported by the Department of Health.

Topics

Spend Local cards see buyers splash out £107m to help local businesses

Under a stimulus scheme, everyone aged over 18 is eligible for a £100 pre-paid card to spend.
WHO says experience gained in tackling Delta variant will help fight Omicron

A senior medic warned that ‘every country and every community must prepare for new cases’.
Weekly update shows 40 more deaths linked to Covid-19

The figure brings the total number of coronavirus deaths recorded by the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency to 3,881.
'No plans to shut schools early' says Department of Education

THERE are "no current plans to shut schools early", the Department of Education said last night.

News

Masked burglars attack man with iron bar and steal gold chain off his neck

The householder sustained injuries to his face and ear.

Platform: The Covid-19 pandemic and its impact on those facing homelessness

The impact of lockdown has been particularly harsh for those facing homelessness.
Sectarian segregation and lack of political stability 'key' reasons behind 'brain drain' says think tank

TALENTED young people are leaving Northern Ireland because of "unresolved local issues" including ongoing segregation, community relations and age-old political debates, according to new research.
People urged to light a candle to mark 1,500th anniversary of St Colmcille

PEOPLE in Derry and Donegal are being asked to light a candle at 5.21pm tomorrow to mark the 1,500th anniversary of the birth of St Colmcille.
New west Belfast exhibition aims to make local history 'vibrant and accessible'

Fascinating images capturing life in the Upper Springfield area of west Belfast across seven decades have gone on show as part of a new exhibition.

Business

Here's wishing you a financially healthy Christmas

I’M sure many of the organised are deep into Christmas shopping and others not so, as they desperately think what to buy to make that moment special.

Topics

Why women are working for nothing for last six weeks of year

HOW did you enjoy ‘Equal Pay Day' this time round? Actually, Equal Pay Day is the opposite of what it implies.
It's (virtual) Christmas party time again

QUESTION: With the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic and the emerging Omicron variant, my staff do not want a physical Christmas party again this year.
Irish firm Elgin Energy reveals plans for major solar farm near Coleraine

THE Irish company behind the north's largest solar farm has revealed plans for another major project on a 100-acre site near Coleraine.
Pet retailer Jolleyes to expand its Northern Ireland operation

PET retailer Jollyes has announced plans to invest £325,000 in new stores in Northern Ireland.

Sport

If you won't give Derrygonnelly respect, they'll come and take it

Ulster Club SFC quarter-final: Dromore 0-13 Derrygonnelly 1-16 (AET) IT'S hard to know at which point in the last six years public opinion of Derrygonnelly moved from under-estimation to downright disrespect, but it happened.

Topics

Mellon masterclass steers Slaughtneil to fifth successive Ulster title triumph

2020 Ulster senior club camogie final replay: Slaughtneil (Derry) 1-12 Loughgiel (Antrim) 0-8 JUST watching Slaughtneil going about their business in Saturday’s Ulster senior club replay to claim a fifth successive title, it seemed that they had unleashed a secret weapon in Sinéad Mellon after last week’s 0-9 each draw in Ballymena.
McFarland rues missed opportunities as Ulster fall to defeat against Ospreys

United Rugby Championship: Ospreys 19 Ulster 13 A MISFIRING Ulster fell to their second defeat of the season against the Ospreys on Saturday afternoon.
Gilligan sees room for improvement as Kilcoo sweep past Ramor

Ulster Club Senior Football Championship quarter-final: Ramor United 1-8 Kilcoo 3-13 KILCOO assistant manager Conleith Gilligan insists his side will have to improve if they are to get past Glenn/Scotstown in the Ulster Club Championship semi-final.
Cliftonville bring flawless Solitude record into County Antrim Shield clash with Linfield

Danske Bank Premiership: Cliftonville 1 Ballymena United 0 IT’S now 12 games played, 12 games won at Solitude for Cliftonville this season following Saturday’s victory over Ballymena, and manager Paddy McLaughlin is hoping the Reds can channel that formidable form into tomorrow’s County Antrim Shield semi-final with Linfield.

Opinion

Chris Donnelly: PSNI must protect mixed communities and the integrity of shared spaces

A few weeks ago, I went for a Sunday morning walk at the idyllic Waterworks park in north Belfast.

Topics

Tom Kelly: North has work to do on improving female political representation

The late Eleanor Roosevelt was the wife of Franklin D Roosevelt - arguably the greatest US President of the 20th century.
Shameful Orange silence over David Tweed case

Sex abuse can be found in any section of our society, and, as the full details emerge, it is essential that the victims are firmly supported and treated with total sympathy by all responsible individuals and organisations.
Christian religious tradition is inspirational guide to cooperation

Recently headstones in the Catholic cemetery in Ballymena were wilfully damaged.
Jake O'Kane: My diary used to be full of upcoming enjoyable events. These days, it is appointments with dentists, physiotherapists and doctors...

HAVING talked last week about my ever-decreasing number of teeth, I thought I'd continue the theme by sharing the latest part of my aged body to stop working.

Magazine

Justin Bieber performs at Saudi F1 race after boycott calls

Human rights activists had called on the star to cancel his performance.

Topics

Jennifer Lawrence reveals ‘personal challenge' while filming Don't Look Up

The actress was promoting the forthcoming film alongside the star-studded cast which includes Meryl Streep.
Michael Sheen: I've turned myself into a not-for-profit actor

The actor and activist, 52, sold his homes and put all of his money into funding the Homeless World Cup.
Dan Walker on Strictly: My time had come to an end… no way I could compete

The TV presenter was sent home after landing in the dance off in the quater finals.
Duran Duran announce more dates for 40th anniversary celebration tour

The run, which features shows across the UK and Europe, will kick off with a three-night immersive experience in Ibiza called Touch The Sunrise.

Life

Sleb Safari: Arise Sir Spambo

Sleb Safari needn’t have worried about missing Richard Madeley after his sudden departure from I’m A Celebrity because he has been on the telly talking about it. At. Great. Length.

Topics

Alexandra Burke: Hygiene poverty is a hidden crisis

EVER open your bathroom cupboard and think you're hoarding way too many products? Donating spares could be an option - as there are lots of people in need.
Fashion: Festive party time – seven trends to know about – from babydoll dresses to Carrie Bradshaw heels

CHRISTMAS is just around the corner, but before we get to the big day, there's the fun and frivolity of party season to enjoy – and outfits to plan.
On Trend: Five great gifts that look much more expensive than they really are

Here's what's hot without the hefty price tag… 1.
Anne Hailes: Back to the future for Holywood landmark

ISN'T it hard to believe we are a week into December already? The party season we used to call it, offices and shops festooned with early decorations, little Christmas trees brightening up corners and an air of anticipation.

Arts

Alfie Boe is Belfast-bound this Christmas

IT'S Beginning to Look a Lot like Christmas.

Topics

New photobook restores dignity of Dublin landmark building

WHO would be interested in a book about a bus station? Before you answer that, you'd do well to have a good flick through The Dignity of Everyday Life, a handsome new coffee table tome dedicated to the remarkable hidden history and overlooked architectural power of Dublin's Busáras.
Art Beat: Array Collective and the Turner Prize, Stephen Sondheim, NI Opera and Into The Woods - plus Goldilocks and the Three Bears (and May McFettridge...)

Notes and musings from the arts scene as it emerges from lockdown, by Jane Hardy TIMING is all in the theatre.
Noise Annoys: New music from Warriors of The Dystotheque, Paper Tigers and The Deadlifts, plus Stendhal opens for 2022 artist applications...

:: Warriors of The Dystotheque – Broken Minds (single, Fly Beat) FIRST up this week is a long-overdue review of the latest tune from Warriors of The Dystotheque, everyone's favourite Derry/Coventry/Toulouse/NYC dance combo.
Michael C. Hall on Dexter, Bowie, Princess Goes to the Butterfly Museum ahead of Belfast show

MICHAEL C. Hall had already established himself, winning acclaim for popular television roles in Six Feet Under and Dexter while treading the boards on Broadway during a run of the glam rock musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch, before taking on the lead in the musical Lazarus, written by David Bowie and Irish playwright Enda Walsh.