Arlene Foster: I'm accountable but not responsible for actions of DUP Spad Andrew Crawford
ANALYSIS: Does Stormont's Spad system spell a lack of accountability?
Council officials 'didn't realise' Ian Paisley invite was for DUP fundraiser
Brian Feeney: Pleading `the DUP made me do it' has not worked
Strictly audience provide good lessons for sports supporters
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Brexit
Keir Starmer claims Karen Bradley does not understand "the basics" about Northern Ireland
KEIR Starmer has criticised the appointment of Karen Bradley as Secretary of State for Northern Ireland saying she "does not even understand the basics".
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Reduced migrant worker numbers 'could see NI economy plunge' post Brexit, report warns
NORTHERN Ireland's already sluggish economy could shrink by a whopping NINE per cent over the next two decade as there may not be enough people in the post-Brexit era to do all the available jobs.
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Labour opens door to reversing EU poll vote after backing potential second referendum
LABOUR has opened the door to reversing Britain's decision to leave the EU, by backing a potential second referendum.
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Leading economist says border arrangements post-Brexit should be decided in a Northern Ireland referendum
A LEADING Irish economist has said a referendum should be held in Northern Ireland to allow voters to decide on future border arrangements after Brexit. It comes amid growing momentum for a second UK-wide referendum to decide on leaving the European...
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Signs of division among Labour ranks ahead of crucial Brexit vote
THE hopes of anti-Brexit campaigners that Labour would commit itself to a second referendum on EU withdrawal suffered a setback after conference delegates were offered the opportunity only to keep the option of a so-called People's Vote "on the table".
State Papers
Former top civil servant warned of 'deep divisions' and 'unionist alienation'
A FORMER top civil servant warned of "deep divisions" and "unionist alienation" in his valedictory letter, released by the Public Record Office.
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John Hume target of John Major's wrath over 1992 talks
A CLAIM by the British Ambassador in 1992 that the SDLP leader John Hume was blocking progress in the Northern Ireland talks provoked a brusque reply from the Prime Minister John Major.
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'All unionists are bigots' Irish official 'told British ambassador'
A FAREWELL despatch from the outgoing British Ambassador to Ireland, on his five-year experience of Irish affairs, caused a stir in British Government circles in 1991, according to declassified files.
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Possible Catholic majority in Northern Ireland raised 26 years ago
RECENT discussions on demographic change in Northern Ireland and the possibility of a Catholic majority in the near future are foreshadowed in previously confidential files from 1992.
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Workers' Party split in 1992 sparks London interest
A "MOTLEY crew of fraternal delegates from North Korea and Cuba" were among attendees at the Workers' Party's annual conference in Dublin in May 1992.
Omagh bombing
Mother of Omagh bombing victim Aiden Gallagher breaks silence in emotional letter backing Nuala O'Loan
THE mother of Omagh bombing victim Aiden Gallagher has spoken publicly for the first time since his death 20 years ago to praise a former Police Ombudsman’s comment that the atrocity could have been prevented.
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Omagh bombing victim's husband 'flabbergasted' by former police ombudsman's claim
FORMER police ombudsman Nuala O'Loan has been criticised by the husband of an Omagh bomb victim for claiming that the atrocity was preventable.
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Nationalist commentator criticised for Omagh bomb comments
A nationalist commentator has been criticised for making "absolutely despicable "comments in relation to the Omagh bomb after he said those killed were not murdered.
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Video: Omagh remembers its dead
A BELL has tolled 32 times in Omagh at ceremony to remember those who lost their lives in the bombing 20 years ago today.
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Nuala O'Loan says Omagh bomb could have been prevented
A FORMER policing watchdog who investigated the Omagh bombing has said it could have been prevented.
News
American (31) killed in Armoy road crash named as Michael Munro from Connecticut
A 31-year-old man from the USA has died following a road collision on the Gracehill Road in Armoy, Co Antrim yesterday.
Topics
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Socks for people with disabilities among new student inventions
SOCKS for people living with a disability and a bladeless drone are among the inventions competing for the top prize in a student competition.
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Schools to mark fiftieth anniversary of civil rights campaign
SCHOOLS will be part of a special event commemorating 50 years since the civil rights movement began its campaign of action on the streets of Derry.
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Schools of Sanctuary providing inclusive space for children
SCHOOLS that provide a welcoming, inclusive and safe space where each child thrives have been honoured.
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Council to discuss Co Down civic building being lit up in Pride colours
A MOTION to see a civic building in Co Down lit up in Pride colours is to discussed by councillors tonight after a DUP member broke party ranks to vote in favour of the proposal.
Business
Rajar radio listening figures
THE following is a right of reply to an article that appeared in the Irish News on August 2 in relation to the most recent official radio audience figures published by industry monitoring body Rajar.
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Belfast plumbing supply firm Beggs & Partners in key London acquisition
LONG-established Belfast plumbing supply firm Beggs & Partners has made a significant acquisition of a chain in Britain which will take its turnover to around £40 million in the next two years.
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Foyle Port reports sixth consecutive year of growth as turnover surpasses £9m
FOYLE Port has announced its sixth consecutive year of growth, with turnover surpassing £9 million for the first time.
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Kingsbridge corporate health club initiative 'will bring hospital to workplace'
THE north's largest private healthcare provider Kingsbridge Private Hospital has unveiled an industry-first free ‘health' club which will proactively engage with employers and employees to encourage physical as well as mental health and well-being in the workplace.
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Derry's Bishop's Gate named Hotel of the Year
DERRY's Bishop's Gate Hotel has scooped a major industry accolade at a prestigious UK awards ceremony.
Sport
On This Day - September 26, 2010: Tyrone dreams crushed at Croke Park
Sporting greats, dates and a quick quiz blitz to get you up and running today...
Topics
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Lamh Dhearg's Paddy Cunningham glad to get a second bite
Northern Switchgear Antrim SFC replay: Cargin v Lámh Dhearg (Sunday, 1pm, Corrigan Park) AS Mark McGarry came powering through the middle of the Cargin defence in stoppage time, you could see Paddy Cunningham’s mind start to tick.
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Strictly audience provide good lessons for sports supporters
STRICTLY off the record – between you and me, reader – I took part in the first night of the BBC’s pro-celebrity dance competition at the weekend.
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North won't be marooned by any Brexit border says GAA Communications chief Alan Milton
BREXIT could bring a return of the border but the GAA will not leave six counties “marooned” north of it says GAA Head of Communications Alan Milton.
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Brexit won't affect North access to Player Injury Fund says GAA spokesman Alan Milton
THE GAA has allayed concerns that hurlers and footballers in the north could be frozen out of the Player Injury Benefit Fund in the event of Brexit.
Opinion
Jim Gibney: Presidential election debate can reawaken sympathy for a new Ireland
IRELAND's presidential election next month is taking place at a time of great change and opportunity for all the people of this island.
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Brian Feeney: Pleading `the DUP made me do it' has not worked
AFTER the Salzburg debacle the Sunday Times political editor, Tim Shipman, tweeted that most people in Britain "don’t give a monkey’s" about the north.
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Norwegian Air decision is deeply disappointing
The announcement that Norwegian Air is ending its direct flights between Northern Ireland and the United States is a deeply disappointing development and underlines the challenges facing transatlantic carriers flying out of Belfast.
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Before beginning anew lessons must be learned by all parties
The motto ‘Begin Anew’ urges us to override despair and start again no matter how insurmountable problems may appear to be.
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Anita Robinson: Cocooned in a blank-faced, earphoned world of mobile technology
MY elderly Nokia mobile is in the geriatric ward of the phone hospital and I don't expect it to `do'.
Magazine
Susanna Reid sweeps awards as Piers Morgan is left empty-handed
She beat her Good Morning Britain colleague to honours at the National Reality TV Awards.
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Love Island's Charlie Brake announces split from Ellie Brown
He announced the break-up online.
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Former X Factor hopeful Chico feared he would die after suffering a stroke
He described himself as a ‘living, walking, talking miracle'.
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Will Smith bungee jumps from helicopter over Grand Canyon to mark 50th birthday
He was watched by his wife and children.
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K-pop superstars BTS take on Jimmy Fallon in Fortnite dance challenge
They also revealed they have their sights on the Grammys.
Life
20 Questions: Scuplted vegan Kim Constable is living the life of her dreams
1 Up and at it – what is your morning routine? I usually waken around 6.
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Belfast father tells of founding True Dad Tribe to support men's mental health
RICH and poor, young or old, professional or out-of-work – a new, all-embracing 'tribe' of dads is literally climbing a mountain in support of men's mental health in Belfast.
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Ask the Dentist: Alzheimer's treatment could be key to regenerating decayed teeth
COULD miniature biodegradable sponges be the future for regenerating teeth? Imagine instead of getting a normal filling, the dentist could put in a tiny sponge and the tooth would regrow around it.
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Ask the Expert: At what age can children start wearing contact lenses?
Q: MY 10-year-old daughter has just been told she needs to wear glasses and she's very upset about it.
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Development milestones: How can you tell if your child is progressing normally?
BABIES' and toddlers' lives are full of significant milestones and it's hard for their parents to avoid worrying if they don't reach them within expected time frames.
Arts
Film review: Glen Close gives a deeply moving performance in The Wife
THE mercurial Glenn Close makes a compelling bid for her seventh Oscar nomination in the title role of director Bjorn Runge's slow-burning drama adapted from the novel by Meg Wolitzer.
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Cressida Cowell: Children need to read for pleasure – not just school grades
HOW To Train Your Dragon author Cressida Cowell knows things are going well when she's sobbing in her writing shed, tucked away in her back garden.
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Martin Kemp and Milton Jones sail into Belfast for panto launch
AS STORM Ali blew into Belfast on Wednesday, so too did TV stars Martin Kemp and Milton Jones.
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Cult Movie: Femme fatale Fenella Fielding was smoking until the end
IT'S unquestionably one of the most memorable lines in British film history.
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2001's Keir Dullea on Kubrick, being 'Dave' & 50th anniversary screenings
IN 1968, the posters for 2001: A Space Odyssey proclaimed it to be 'the ultimate trip', a studio cash-in on the film's burgeoning popularity with young audiences who began flocking to it while under the influence of psychedelics.
Pope's visit
Film reveals effect of Pope John Paul II's visit to Republic
A new documentary highlights the effect Pope John Paul ll's visit to the Republic in 1979 had on the peace process.
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Pope Francis 'tasted pain and bitterness' of abuse during Irish visit
POPE Francis has lamented how Irish church authorities failed to respond to the crimes of sexual abuse, speaking during his first public appearance at the Vatican after accusations that he himself covered up for a former US cardinal.
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ANALYSIS: DUP has yet to give an adequate explanation for Papal snub
It's important that people respect Arlene Foster's decision not to attend Saturday's civic reception for Pope Francis in Dublin Castle.
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From Rome to Croke Park in 12 hours with Pope Francis
'UNGODLY hour' might not be the correct term when you are about to fly with the Pope, but it well describes the 3.45am alarm call that woke me on Saturday after a couple of hours' restless sleep.
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Popemobile with one careful owner and low miles donated to Derry charity
ONE of the cars used by Pope Francis during his visit to Ireland has been donated to Foyle Search and Rescue in Derry.
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Play your part in building a safer Northern Ireland with a career in the Prison Service
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Demand for IT professionals in Northern Ireland jumps thanks to our growing industry
Jobs in IT are on the up across Northern Ireland, but which companies are behind the IT job boom?
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Drogheda is counting down to Fleadh Cheoil
Drogheda is set to welcome some 400,000 visitors in August as it proudly plays host to the north east's first Fleadh Cheoil
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Growing Lisburn company Decora Blinds seeks 80 new recruits
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Spend your summer in Armagh
It's all happening in the Orchard County this summer with history, heritage and everything in between awaiting you and your family.
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How this Newry based company is helping to oversee the world's environmental commitments
FM Environmental, who are one of Ireland's longest established water and wastewater engineering companies, are currently recruiting
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The stories of Armagh are brought to vivid life with ‘Night Ride’ music
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New education campaign aims to help parents unlock children’s potential
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Pursuing a course that leads to real jobs
Belfast Met aims to pave the way for long-term success
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