General news

Varadkar to underline ‘pressing’ need for return of powersharing

Alliance Party leader Naomi Long said there was no clarity as to whether the Stormont institutions would be revived this autumn.

118-year-old teddy bear bought at car boot sale expected to sell for...

The bear, made in Germany in 1905, is said to be in ‘good condition for its age’.

Radiographers in Northern Ireland balloted for strike action in pay...

The Society of Radiographers said almost 1,000 members will vote in the coming weeks in a campaign to secure improvements to pay and conditions.

Jenrick says UK will do ‘whatever is necessary’ in hint at ECHR with...

Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick said the Government will take any steps needed to help address the challenge of small boat migrants.

Jenrick hints at withdrawal from human rights treaty over small boat...

Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick said the Government will do ‘whatever is required’ to tackle migrant numbers.

Northern Ireland police officers ‘shocked, dismayed and angry’ after...

The PSNI apologised on Tuesday following a ‘significant’ data breach involving details of thousands of officers and staff.

What to know about PSNI’s ‘major data breach’

The force’s Assistant Chief Constable Chris Todd apologised to his staff for the breach.

Key questions after PSNI’s ‘major data breach’

The force’s Assistant Chief Constable Chris Todd apologised to his staff for the breach.

One in five school leavers plans to live at home during university s...

Young people who plan to stay home are more likely to be from families facing financial challenges amid the rising cost of living, report suggests.

Royal Ballet School study looks to reduce risk of injuries to dancer...

Researchers are hoping that the study will help to optimise performance and training schedules.

Virgin Galactic to launch its first space tourism flight

The mission will take three passengers into sub-orbital space, where they will briefly experience weightlessness.

What the papers say – August 9

A wide variety of stories feature on the front pages across Britain.

Mayor urges people not to go to Oxford Street amid social media ‘non...

The Met police has said there will be a heightened police presence in the central London area following speculation about an event advertised.

Mourners gather at rubble of Crooked House to lament pub’s destructi...

The well-known 18th century pub was extensively damaged by a fire on Saturday evening, before the remains were then demolished by a digger.

People gather at rubble of Crooked House to lament pub’s destruction

The well-known 18th century pub was extensively damaged by a fire on Saturday evening, before the remains were then demolished by a digger.

PSNI apologises to officers and civilian staff after major data brea...

The Police Service of Northern Ireland said the data breach happened as a result of ‘simple human error’

PSNI apologises to officers and civilian staff after ‘monumental’ da...

Assistant Chief Constable Chris Todd said the data breach appeared to be the result of ‘simple human error’.

PSNI staff and civilians affected in ‘major data breach’

The breach is reported to involve personal data, but does not include private addresses.

Murder probe launched after woman’s remains found in London canal

A 33-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder.

UK and Turkey strike new deal to ‘disrupt and dismantle’ smuggling g...

Central to the partnership is the establishment of a new operational ‘centre of excellence’ by the Turkish National Police.