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Graeme McDowell becomes first Irishman to claim Volvo World Match Play title
Portrush golfer is the first Irish winner of Championship with victory over Thongchai Jaidee in Bulgaria.
Pub gloom deepens as Belfast nightclub put on market for just £300,000
A well-known Belfast nightspot has gone on the market with a price tag of £300,000.
Irish Taoiseach lays wreath for Boston victims new
Enda Kenny paid tribute to those killed or injured in the Boston Marathon bombing.
Guard of honour for Jamie Carragher
Defender captained Liverpool to victory over QPR on his final appearance for the club.
Stately home badly damaged in fire
One of Northern Ireland's grandest stately homes has been badly damaged in a fire.
Talks aim to rule out violence
PSNI, politicians, loyalists and republicans discuss Belfast public order policing.
Maddy McCann: New list of suspects
Police name people they believe should be quizzed
Father admits killing children
British man, who 'fled scene on roller skates', held in France after slitting throats of children.
One rescued following gas blast new
Fire crews have rescued one person after an explosion ripped through a house.
Best to lead Ireland on tour
Rory Best will lead Ireland's 28-man squad for their tour to the US and Canada.
14 years in jail for drugs smuggler
Ulster lorry driver sentenced to 14 years in Greece.
Pattinson and Stewart split
Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart have reportedly ended their romance yet again.
North West 200: Dani Pedroza is quickest as Honda dominate
Honda began the French Grand Prix weekend strongly as Dani Pedrosa led team-mate Marc Marquez in practice at Le Mans.
North West 200: Michael Dunlop still the man to beat
Honda star Michael Dunlop will be looking to put the disappointment of Thursday night's Ballymoney Borough Council Supersport result behind him, when he takes to the grid for today's five-race programme at the Vauxhall International North West 200.
North West: Anstey looks to extend to run of podium finishes
Every racing fan loves to quote statistics when May comes around in the bars and restaurants around the Portrush area, but for me the most impressive involve Windsor-based Kiwi Bruce Anstey.
North West 200: Slick Jeremy McWilliams is now the oldest winner in town
Jeremy McWilliams created his own niche in North West history by winning the four-lap Vauxhall Supertwin 650cc race riding the Vauxhall Dealers KMR Kawasaki.
North West 200: Michael Dunlop left stunned as Alastair Seeley's gamble pays off
Alastair Seeley was on the crest of a wave as he guided his Gearlink Kawasaki to a superb win to begin the Vauxhall International North West 200 in style.
North West 200: There's no catching super Alastair Seeley
Alastair Seeley made it a sensational North West double yesterday evening by holding off Bruce Anstey in a last lap shoot out to win the Livewire AV superstock race by three-tenths of a second after six pulsating laps.
North West 200: Alastair Seeley is just two good
Wee Wizard Alastair Seeley scored a stunning double and Golden Oldie Jeremy McWilliams, 49 last month, spiked the young guns of the North West with an astonishing first road racing victory of a colourful career on a night of high drama.
North West 200: Michael Dunlop predicts his rivals will be up to speed
Michael Dunlop continued to dominate the 2013 Vauxhall International North West 200 practice with fastest times in every category except the Supertwin class.
North West 200: Ryan Farquhar's switch to running his team has brought less speed but more stress
Ryan Farquhar relaxes, quite appropriately, in a director's chair in his makeshift North West 200 'garage', looking every inch the bold team manager ... cool, calm and collected.
Rider seriously injured in crash on 'stolen' motorbike
Two 19-year-old men have been arrested after a crash between a suspected stolen motorcycle and a car, leaving a man seriously injured.
Stately home badly damaged in fire
One of Northern Ireland's grandest stately homes has been badly damaged in a fire.
Organ campaigner urges law change
A campaigner to make organ donation the norm in Northern Ireland has said he will not rest until positive changes are made in the law.
Pub gloom deepens as Belfast nightclub put on market for just £300,000
A well-known Belfast nightspot has gone on the market with a price tag of £300,000.
Veteran fell runner dies in race
A fell runner who collapsed and died during a race in the Mournes was a stalwart of mountain competitions, a rescue team official has said.
Killer of Belfast grandfather 'shoved off' Royal Avenue bus is jailed
A grieving widow wept in court today as her husband's killer who was too ill-mannered to allow the pensioner to be first on a bus, was jailed for a year.
Work under way on G8 security fence
Work to erect a massive security fence to protect eight of the world's most powerful leaders during the G8 summit in Fermanagh has been started.
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Edwin Poots to meet Slievemore families
The health minister has bowed to sustained pressure to meet relatives of dementia patients campaigning to retain the Slievemore Nursing unit in Londonderry.
PSNI talks on parades trouble to cost £26k
Crunch talks involving the PSNI to prevent trouble over the marching season will cost around £26,000, it has been revealed.
My deep shame, by the Northern Ireland man who stalked Atomic Kitten Liz McClarnon
A Lurgan man convicted of harassing six women has spoken of his “deep shame”, saying he is sorry for the hurt caused to his victims.
Trailer firm races into global motorsports markets
A company which makes trailers for the transport of motorsport vehicles is hoping to sell its products to global markets.
A reminder of how three chords played fast could thrill
Last night's One City One Book turn was a solo gig from Glenn Patterson, after Lucy Caldwell was hauled off to London to pick up an award.
Guildhall organ damaged: Firm restoring building facing repair bill for instrument
An organ recognised as one of the finest in Europe has been damaged during the massive restoration project of the Guildhall in Londonderry. While Derry City Council insists the damage is “minimal” the full extent has yet to be determined.
Patient dies as ambulance crashes in west Belfast on way to hospital
A man in his 50s who was a patient in an ambulance that crashed in west Belfast has died.
Cannes glitz - stars doll up for prance down red carpet
Freedom of Belfast award 'humbles' Dame Mary Peters
In Pictures: May Day races at Down Royal racecourse
Northern Ireland Football Writers' Association Awards 2013
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Jaffa Cakes Mud Madness splash in Portadown
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Indian Holi festival unleashes explosion of colour in Belfast
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British Soap Awards in pictures: Coronation Street dominates new
Rod Stewart tops UK album chart new
Rod Stewart's first album of self-penned songs in 20 years has gone straight to the top of the UK album charts.
Philpott wife plans sentence appeal
A mother jailed for 17 years for killing her six children in a house fire is to appeal against the length of her sentence, her lawyer has said.
Toddler taken to morgue in body bag
A toddler pulled from the wreckage of a car crash that killed five family members was sent to a morgue in a body bag in the belief he was dead.
One dead, two hurt in plane crash
A man has died while a boy and another man are fighting for their lives after a light aircraft crashed on the approach to an airport runway.
Two 'critical' after death crash
Two men are critical in hospital after a car crash claimed the lives of two teenage girls.
Two 'critical' after death crash
Two men are critical in hospital after a car crash claimed the lives of two teenage girls.
Hunt in GP call over A&E crisis
Family doctors need a "closer personal relationship" with their patients as part of efforts to ease the crisis in hospital accident and emergency units, Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt has said.
Father admits killing children
A British father has admitted slitting the throats of his two young children in France following a difficult divorce, sources said.
Rooney to miss game as baby is due
Wayne Rooney will miss Manchester United's final game of the season as wife Coleen is due to give birth to the couple's second child.
MPs in line for dramatic pay rise
MPs are in line for a dramatic pay rise of up to £20,000 in a move that could spark public fury.
Cameron hints at going it alone
David Cameron has hinted that he could attempt to govern without the Liberal Democrats if disputes within the coalition made it impossible to continue.
Video: Corrie winners at ITV Soap Awards new
Alan Halsall accepted his Best Actor award and Corrie beauty Michelle Keegan was voted Sexiest Female for the fifth time in a row.
Video: Aston Martin owners toast Bond link new
Meeting against the stunning backdrop of the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich, south east London, the Aston Martin Owners Club marked the 50th anniversary of the DB5. The model was famously driven by Sir Sean Connery in Goldfinger, the third Bond movie released in 1964, forever linking Aston Martin to the world's most famous secret agent. Around 20 versions of the DB5 were on display at the meet today, including the classic silver model used in blockbuster Skyfall, the latest Bond instalment.
Video: Two New York trains collide causing injuries new
The Metro-North Railroad, a commuter line serving the northern suburbs, referred in a news release to a "major derailment" near Fairfield.
Kenny defends Shatter in Garda row new
Taoiseach Enda Kenny has defended Justice Minister Alan Shatter's use of information held by the Garda when he revealed that Independent TD Mick Wallace had escaped penalty points for using a mobile phone while driving last year.
Kenny lays wreath of Boston victims new
Irish Taoiseach Enda Kenny has laid a wreath at the memorial to those killed or injured in the Boston Marathon bombing.
Strabane's Ryan Dolan says 'no regrets' despite last place in Eurovision
Ryan Dolan has said he has 'no regrets' about competing in Eurovision, despite finishing last in Saturday's final.
Cyclist killed in car collision
An elderly cyclist has been killed in a collision with a car driver who was arrested for suspected drink-driving in Co Kildare.
Electoral system changes considered
Allowing voting for a local Dail candidate without affecting overall party strengths is among electoral changes being considered by the Constitutional Convention, it was revealed.
Extra sessions for highest courts
Ireland's highest courts will sit in September due to long delays, Chief Justice Susan Denham said.
17 killed during Nigeria offensive new
Nigeria's military said its offensive against insurgents in the country's restive north-east has killed at least 14 suspected Islamic extremists and three soldiers.
Spy-accused US man leaves Moscow
A US embassy employee accused of spying and ordered to leave Russia has flown out of Moscow, it is reported.
British skier dies in Alpine storm
A British skier has died while tackling a famous off-piste glacier in the French Alps, local police said.
Father admits killing children
A British father has admitted slitting the throats of his two young children in France following a difficult divorce, sources said.
North Korea fires 'projectile'
North Korea fired a projectile into waters off its eastern coast, a day after launching three short-range missiles in the same area, officials said.
Broken rail probed after US crash
US investigators are examining a broken section of rail to see if it is connected to the commuter train derailment and collision outside New York City that left dozens injured.
Rafael Nadal destroys Roger Federer in Italian Open final new
Roger Federer admitted he had no answer to Rafael Nadal's masterclass after the Spaniard put him to the sword to win the Internazionali d'Italia in Rome.
True gains deserved verdict new
True Verdict built on her promising comeback run to gain a deserved opening success in the Come Racing On June 8th Maiden at Navan.
Voleuse yields Vintage harvest new
Voleuse De Coeurs got back on the winning trail in the Coolmore Vintage Crop Stakes at Navan.
Tarla on top at Limerick new
Tarla readily justified odds-on favouritism on her return to fences at Limerick.
Mayo crush Galway new
Mayo handed out a humiliating 17-point defeat to arch rivals Galway in the Connacht SFC at Salthill.
Canaries heap more misery on City
Manchester City saw a disappointing season and a tough week end with a tame 3-2 home defeat to Norwich.
Torres strike sees off Toffees
Fernando Torres scored his first Barclays Premier League goal of 2013 as Chelsea sealed third place with a 2-1 victory which ensured David Moyes' 11-year reign as Everton manager ended in defeat.
Vlaar volley secures a point for Villa
Wigan's eight seasons in the Barclays Premier League came to an end with an entertaining 2-2 draw against Aston Villa.
Saints hold Stoke as Owen says goodbye
Michael Owen called time on his career but there was to be no fairy-tale ending, as Stoke were held to a 1-1 draw at Southampton.
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Spurs miss out on top-four spot
Tottenham suffered yet more Champions League heartache as they missed out on a top-four berth to Arsenal despite another wonder goal from Gareth Bale in a 1-0 victory over Sunderland.
Swans season ends with a whimper
Fulham rounded off their Barclays Premier League campaign with a first win in eight games as Swansea's memorable campaign concluded with a 3-0 defeat at the Liberty Stadium.
Cup hero Wilkinson claims award
Jonny Wilkinson has capped a triumphant Heineken Cup campaign with Toulon by being named European player of the year.
Kidd pays tribute to Mancini
Manchester City caretaker boss Brian Kidd has paid tribute to sacked manager Roberto Mancini.
Levy makes players pledge
Daniel Levy has vowed to retain Tottenham's best players and invest in new signings this summer.
McDowell claims World Match Play title
Graeme McDowell has become the first Irish winner of the Volvo World Match Play Championship with a hard-fought victory over Thongchai Jaidee in Bulgaria.
Sheen’s ‘crazy schedule’ reason for Richards’ care
Denise Richards is reportedly taking care of Charlie Sheen’s children with Brooke Mueller because he has a “crazy work schedule”.
Actor Furlong arrested in Hollywood
Actor Edward Furlong has been arrested on suspicion of violating a restraining order filed by his ex-girlfriend.
Wood: I couldn't punch a small lady
Victoria Wood had to have a scene written out of her new role because she was too nice to punch the other actress.
Knight: Wills will spot me on Holby
Jules Knight, Holby City's newest star, has said he is considering sending a box set of the show to old friends the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
Orla enjoying Poirot adventure
Orla Brady has revealed how filming the new series of Poirot was tricky as almost every character has a different accent.
DiCaprio: I'm comfortable with fame
Leonardo DiCaprio has revealed he doesn't mind living his life in the public eye.
Hailee Steinfeld: Fashion is playtime
Hailee Steinfeld loves experimenting with her red carpet choices, insisting it is like "playtime".
Jennifer Lopez 'vows to get in shape'
Jennifer Lopez is allegedly on a quest to shed a reported five pounds of weight she's gained recently.
Ke$ha has 'extreme' style
Ke$ha loves mixing up her style but always has one distinct inspiration in mind when planning her outfits.
Rachel Bilson shares style secrets
Rachel Bilson shared the secrets behind her wardrobe on TV series Hart of Dixie.
Kim Kardashian 'upset over Met Ball criticism'
Kim Kardashian "wasn't prepared" for the backlash she received after wearing a daring Givenchy gown to this month's Met Ball.
Miley Cyrus: Confidence is sexy
Miley Cyrus has explained her sex appeal lies in the fact that she never tries too hard.
Jennifer Love Hewitt: Running keeps my curves in check
Jennifer Love Hewitt joked that running helps keep her famous curves in check.
Rooney Mara fronts Calvin Klein fragrance
Rooney Mara will front the advertising campaign for Calvin Klein’s new women’s summer scent Downtown.
Emma Watson has 'flawless' face
Emma Watson’s makeup artist has revealed how she created the star’s flawless look for her latest movie, The Bling Ring.
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Editors Viewpoint: End political paranoia and secrecy on overseas travel costs
Overseas trips last year by the First Minister and Deputy First Minister cost the taxpayer more than £350,000.
Robert McNeill: As heir to the throne, Prince Charles is truly leading a cushioned life
Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown. But uneasier still is the bottom that sits on a throne.
Letters: Alliance pays lip service to shared society
PAULA Bradshaw (Write Back, May 16) exhibits all of the key traits of Alliance representatives when talking about the creation of a shared society.
Letters: Poll turnout is more proof of disconnection
ALEX Kane (Comment, May 14) notes that there is a growing disconnect between mainstream political parties and the electorate.
Letters: Charities say thank you
NORTHERN IRELAND DEAF BOWLING: Larne (April 20) £368; Bangor (April 27) £189.00. P CANNING
Letters: How do you put value on a life?
THE Home Secretary, Theresa May, is valuing a police officer's life more than others if she forces criminals to serve life without parole for killing an officer (News, May 16).
Editors Viewpoint: Northern Ireland must streamline rivers management
Our special report into the state of one of our best known rivers should make disquieting reading for everyone right up to Executive ministers. It reveals the threats our rivers are under from pollution by industry, agriculture and even water utilities as well as careless individual litter louts.
Letters: Amanda Knox questions won't go away
YOUR columnist Una Brankin (Life, May 13) was right to draw attention to the unanswered questions about Amanda Knox that have led to her retrial.
Letters: 'Apartheid' in Israel needs big discussion
IDENTIFYING that certain sections of Zionism are questionable, perhaps even racist, is not an attempt to de-legitimise Israel (Write Back, May 16).
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Pub gloom deepens as Belfast nightclub put on market for just £300,000
A well-known Belfast nightspot has gone on the market with a price tag of £300,000.
Ryanair tells pilots that passenger safety fears letter is ‘gross misconduct’
Budget airline Ryanair pilots have been told not to sign a letter to airline regulators expressing concern that the airline’s employment practices could jeopardise passenger safety.
Balmoral show in pictures - Maze site hailed as massive success
The success of the Balmoral Show proves that the Maze is now open for business, according to the team behind the development of the former prison site.
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Look to emerging markets: RICS chief
NORTHERN Ireland's construction firms should continue to look to emerging markets for opportunities, the head of a professional organisation said.
Thomas Cook in debt cutting move
THOMAS Cook took another step towards calmer waters be announcing a £425m fundraising with shareholders in a bid to cut debt.
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