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Osborne hints at Ulster Bank sell-off
George Osborne has suggested that he may sell the troubled Ulster Bank.
Sopranos star James Gandolfini dies
James Gandolfini, the actor famous for his lead role in mob drama The Sopranos, has died in Italy, according to his managers.
Paterson urges UGM crop use
Environment Secretary will officially kick off campaign to bring genetically modified crops to the UK.
SDLP hits out over privatising of clinics
Poots orders two health centres to be developed by the private sector.
Award for cancer nurse
Northern Ireland nurse recognised for dedication to cancer charity.
Baby antibiotics 'link to eczema'
Antibiotics in first 12 months may increase chance of developing eczema.
Online retailer offers £3.68 dress
A £3.68 MWD - Minimum Wage Dress - has gone on sale.
Failed asylum seeker in £85,000 payout
Failed asylum seeker to receive £85,000 to settle unlawful detention claim.
New virus 'deadlier than Sars'
New respiratory virus that originated in the Middle East spreads easily between people.
Children 'bearing brunt' of war in Syria
Harrowing pictures of child refugees fleeing the civil war in Syria released.
FBI uses drones for surveillance
The FBI uses drones for surveillance of stationary subjects.
Use of 'anonymous' search rockets following PRISM scandal
Use of Anonymous’ search engine DuckDuckGo has announced record usage numbers.
Calm returns to Fermanagh after G8 summit
It's been 12 years, but they still talk fondly around Enniskillen of the day former US President Bill Clinton came to town. In time to come, it will be well-worn tales of Obama and Putin recalled around the bars and kitchen tables in Fermanagh.
Republic of Ireland 'prostituted to Obamas' says Irish politician Clare Daly
Taoiseach Enda Kenny has slammed Independent TD Clare Daly after she accused him of 'prostituting' the Republic of Ireland to US President Barack Obama.
Obama girls Malia and Sasha unimpressed with holiday in Ireland
Trinity College may have reminded them of Hogwarts, but the Obama children looked like they would have preferred to be at a Harry Potter theme park than poring over dusty documents showing their distant Irish heritage.
Japanese firm creates over 400 new jobs for Northern Ireland
A Japanese firm is set to create over 400 new jobs to Northern Ireland in the wake of the G8 summit.
Shinzo Abe asks Stormont to 'continuously support' Japanese companies in Northern Ireland
Japan's prime minister Shinzo Abe has declared his top priority was his country's economic revitalisation following the G8 summit.
'The world has seen the new Northern Ireland', says David Cameron at the end of a successful G8
Prime Minister David Cameron has hailed the G8 summit as the most peaceful in recent memory, insisting the whole world has now seen the new Northern Ireland.
Old bomb discovered in security sweep of G8 site
An explosive device found near the G8 summit venue was a remnant of the Second World War, David Cameron revealed today.
Summit location 'a fantastic venue'
David Cameron said you "couldn't put a value" on the free advertising for Northern Ireland as a result of the G8 summit.
Vladimir Putin tells Cameron at G8: 'Syrian rebels are the same as those who killed Lee Rigby'
Arming the Syrian rebels could deliver weapons into the hands of the sort of people who killed Drummer Lee Rigby, Vladimir Putin warned.
Ulster Bank aims to raise £27m by selling city bases
Ulster Bank is aiming to raise at least £27.4m by selling and renting back its two Belfast premises, it has emerged.
Man acquitted of sex abuse
A Ballyclare man who at one time was convicted of sexually abusing three nieces has been acquitted of all charges.
Duo are held on suspicion of robbery
Police investigating a series of incidents in Antrim have arrested a 21-year-old man. Officers were called to Railway Street on Wednesday.
£42k raised for US hit-and-run victim 'a tribute to the lives he touched'
The family of a young Northern Ireland man killed by a hit-and-run driver in New York say they are astonished after more than £40,000 was donated in a matter of hours to bring his body home.
Ballymena to get new 60-bed hotel
A new 60-bed budget hotel is to be built in Ballymena.
170,000 more hop aboard the bus
An extra 170,000 customers used Ulsterbus's Goldline coach service over the last year as more people left the car at home, it has been revealed.
Calm returns to Fermanagh after G8 summit
It's been 12 years, but they still talk fondly around Enniskillen of the day former US President Bill Clinton came to town. In time to come, it will be well-worn tales of Obama and Putin recalled around the bars and kitchen tables in Fermanagh.
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Roads closed because of gas leak
Police have closed two of Belfast's busiest roads because of a gas leak.
'Knifeman' and girl arrested following theft and attempted robbery in Antrim
Police investigating a series of incidents in Antrim have arrested a 21-year-old man.
Buildings evacuated and roads shut due to gas leak in Belfast city centre
Buildings were evacuated in Belfast city centre at rush hour on Wednesday because of a gas leak.
Luxury coach line reports 6% rise
An extra 170,000 customers used Ulsterbus's luxury Goldline coach service over the last year as more people left the car at home, it has been revealed.
Agency to provide development funds
Nama is to provide £15 million to finish two office blocks in Belfast.
Teenager charged with number of offences after allegedly 'threatening ambulance crew with meat cleaver'
An 18-year-old man has been charged with a number of offences after an ambulance crew were allegedly threatened with a meat cleaver.
Two arrested in dissidents inquiry
Two men have been arrested by detectives investigating dissident republicanism in Northern Ireland.
Barclay Communications’ Race Evening raises thousands
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Manchester United's Jonny Evans marries Helen McConnell
BBC Radio One's Big Weekend gig in Northern Ireland
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Awesome Cannes: Irina Shayk dazzles at 'All is Lost' premiere
In Pictures: May Day races at Down Royal racecourse
Cannes glitz - stars doll up for prance down red carpet
Freedom of Belfast award 'humbles' Dame Mary Peters
Northern Ireland Football Writers' Association Awards 2013
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Lenders told to plug £27bn hole new
Five of Britain's biggest lenders must plug a combined £27.1 billion hole in their finances, with Barclays, Lloyds Banking Group and Royal Bank of Scotland accounting for more than 90% of the shortfall, the City regulator revealed.
Memorial planned for code-breaker
An unsung hero of Britain's wartime Bletchley Park code-breaking operation is set to be honoured with a memorial 70 years after he helped turn the tide of the conflict.
Paterson to extol GM crops benefits
Environment Secretary Owen Paterson is set to reopen the controversy over genetically modified crops with a speech extolling the benefits of the technology.
Peer: Prosecute health regulators
Health regulators should face prosecution for covering up their failure to investigate a spate of baby deaths, a leading lawyer said.
Qatada deportation moves closer
The UK Government is expected to take its final steps towards ratifying a treaty designed to trigger the removal of radical cleric Abu Qatada from the country.
Study: Public pay cut by thousands
The pay of public sector workers will have been cut by thousands of pounds over the lifetime of the coalition Government because of wage freezes, VAT hikes and changes to benefits and tax credit, according to a new study.
Environment Secretary Owen Paterson urges UK to adopt use of GM crop technology
Environment Secretary, Owen Paterson, will officially kick off his campaign to bring genetically modified crops to the UK today by calling on the government, industry and scientists to join forces to convert the public in the face of widespread fear and scepticism.
Online retailer offers £3.68 dress
A £3.68 MWD - Minimum Wage Dress - has gone on sale aimed at women who "want to look good on a budget".
Study: Public pay cut by thousands
The pay of public sector workers will have been cut by thousands of pounds over the lifetime of the coalition Government because of wage freezes, VAT hikes and changes to benefits and tax credit, according to a new study.
£80m redevelopment for Stansted
A busy holiday airport is to get an £80 million terminal redevelopment.
Baby antibiotics 'link to eczema'
The use of antibiotics in the first 12 months of life may increase the chance of developing eczema by up to 40%, according to a new study.
'National Service Teachers' call
An army of top teachers should be deployed in schools that are failing their poorest pupils, according to Sir Michael Wilshaw.
Video: Andy Carroll hoping to impress Roy Hodgson
The 24-year-old finalised what is understood to have been a £15.5million deal, plus a further £2million in add-ons, from Liverpool after passing a medical last night to transfer to West Ham.
Video: G8 protesters sail in viking ship wearing giant heads
A peaceful protest took place near the G8 Summit in Enniskillen, Northern Ireland, on June 17, as members of the Enough Food For Everyone IF coalition wearing giant G8 leaders’ heads, sailed in a Viking-style boat near where the summit was taking place. The video above from Enough Food For Everyone IF shows footage of the protesters. Credit: Enough Food For Everyone IF
Video: Police use water cannon in Eskisehir
Police deployed water cannon in the northwestern city of Eskisehir in the early hours of June 19, according to local reports. This footage, uploaded on and captioned June 19, is described as showing the water cannon being used on the streets of the city. Credit: Hicran Yalçn.
Three rescued as fishing boat sinks
Three fishermen have been rescued off north Donegal after their boat sank.
Sale of harvesting rights abandoned
The sale of the harvesting rights for the country's state-owned forests has been abandoned.
Agency to provide development funds
Nama is to provide 18 million euro to finish two office blocks in Belfast, it has been revealed.
No income tax hike promises Kenny
Taoiseach Enda Kenny has guaranteed there will be no hike in income tax in the next budget.
Abortion law 'absurd', warns rebel
A rebel Government TD has claimed new abortion laws are based on absurd notions and nonsense that could lead to widespread demand.
Dissident republican risk 'severe'
The threat from dissident republicans remains severe, Justice Minister Alan Shatter has said.
Rescue bid after India landslides new
Rescuers in India are using helicopters and climbing through mountain paths to reach nearly 4,000 people trapped by landslides in a narrow valley near a Hindu shrine in the northern Himalayas.
Singapore shrouded in fire smog new
Officials in Singapore are urging people to remain indoors amid unprecedented levels of air pollution after a smoky haze caused by forest fires in neighbouring Indonesia worsened dramatically.
Tributes to 'genius' Gandolfini
Tributes have poured in for James Gandolfini, the American actor best known for his role as the mob boss in The Sopranos, who died on Wednesday at the age of 51.
Dotcom 'in tears' as files deleted
Megaupload founder Kim Dotcom said he was "in tears" after a European company deleted all the data it was hosting from his file-sharing site.
Bus plunges into river, killing 30
A bus has veered off a highway and fallen into a river in central Peru, leaving at least 30 people dead and nine missing.
Sopranos star James Gandolfini dies
James Gandolfini, the actor famous for his lead role in mob drama The Sopranos, has died in Italy, according to his managers.
Armagh boss Grimley's fortress plea new
Armagh manager Paul Grimley is urging his team to restore the image of the Athletic Grounds as an intimidating fortress as he focuses on the forthcoming All Ireland first round qualifier tie against Wicklow.
Making a case for the defence new
When Ballinamallard United won promotion to the IFA Premiership in April 2012, their manager Whitey Anderson imagined what life would be like among the Cliftonville's, Glentoran's and Linfield's of this world.
Has Rory Best become a victim of the yips? new
Has Rory Best got the yips? That was the question being asked by Ulster supporters after what was supposed to have been a dream come true turned into a Canberra Stadium nightmare for Ireland's most capped hooker.
Andy Murray can top great summer for British sport new
Make a date in your diary to celebrate Andy Murray becoming the first British man to win Wimbledon in 77 years – July 7 to be precise.
Antrim must lay down a serious marker if we are going to root out the thugs new
The night after Kerry defeated Antrim in the 2009 All-Ireland qualifiers, the county board put on a round of club fixtures.
Corbisiero handed surprise start
England prop Alex Corbisiero was the surprise inclusion in the British and Irish Lions team named for Saturday's opening Test against Australia.
No Liverpool move yet for Mkhitaryan
Shakhtar Donetsk chief executive Sergei Palkin claims there has been no approach from Liverpool for in-demand midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan - but they would be willing to listen to offers.
Protesters hopeful on ticket prices
A group of fans believe they have made positive progress in their campaign for lower Premier League ticket prices following a protest in London.
Sagna targets title with Arsenal
Defender Bacary Sagna is convinced Arsenal can win the Barclays Premier League next season.
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Carroll hoping to impress Hodgson
Andy Carroll hopes his club record move to West Ham will help him cement a place in the England squad ahead of the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.
Manchester City face Balotelli reunion
Manchester City face a possible reunion with former striker Mario Balotelli in Germany this summer.
Mourinho welcomes home start
Jose Mourinho has admitted his first match back at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea manager will be an emotional occasion - even though visitors Hull City have vowed to spoil his return party.
I'm going nowhere - Pardew
Newcastle boss Alan Pardew has insisted he is going nowhere after the resignation of managing director Derek Llambias plunged the club into fresh chaos.
Kearney: First Test is what matters
Rob Kearney is ready to help the British and Irish Lions prepare for "the big picture" of Saturday's first Test against Australia.
Cambridge Dun and dusted
Duntle won at Royal Ascot for the second successive year when coming out on top in a tight finish to the Duke of Cambridge Stakes.
Sopranos star James Gandolfini dies
James Gandolfini, the actor famous for his lead role in mob drama The Sopranos, has died in Italy.
Film review: World War Z
With cities and countries overrun daily, former UN troubleshooter Gerry (Brad Pitt) manages to save his wife (Mireille Enos) and two daughters in a last-ditch chopper rescue from a Philadelphia rooftop.
Horizon: Fracking - the New Energy Rush
Last night’s Horizon film Fracking: the New Energy, presented by Iain Stewart, proved to be deeply frustrating.
EastEnders role for Jamie Lomas
The ratings war between EastEnders and Coronation Street will become a family affair when actor Jamie Lomas, whose wife Kym plays Weatherfield regular Michelle Connor, arrives in Albert Square.
Leech fired after colleague's coup
The Apprentice's first abdicating project manager Jason Leech has said if he had stayed in his role the rest of the team would have eaten him alive.
Woody launches tree-friendly paper
Woody Harrelson is putting his paper where his passions are.
Online retailer offers £3.68 dress
A £3.68 MWD - Minimum Wage Dress - has gone on sale aimed at women who "want to look good on a budget".
Caviar for Derry's Leah Totton after another Apprentice win
Leah Totton enjoyed caviar in Mayfair after another winning week on The Apprentice.
Amy Adams reveals ideal dress
Amy Adams says the strapless Marchesa gown she sported earlier this year is her perfect red carpet dress.
Tilda Swinton in fashion film
Tilda Swinton has embraced her Scottish heritage for bespoke tailor Timothy Everest's Spring 2014 capsule collection.
Anna Kendrick craves laidback look
Anna Kendrick would like to wear comfortable purple clothes at events, with red slippers if she was feeling “fancy”.
Rita Ora: Mom hates racy costumes
Rita Ora’s mother hates it when she exposes too much of herself in saucy outfits.
Revenge range a 'natural choice'
Revenge costume designer Jill Ohanneson says the lavish clothes on the show “raise people’s spirits”.
Whitney Port: Ashley Olsen is so stylish
Whitney Port says Ashley Olsen has a “great sense of style”.
Sienna Miller proud of hippy style
Sienna Miller believes her dress sense comes from having a bohemian personality.
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Editors Viewpoint: Sorry Rihanna, but we really have seen it all before
Rihanna's provocative posters for her Diamonds world tour have offended the sensibilities of some people, who took it upon themselves to cover her up by stapling plaid dresses to her unruly breasts.
Letters: G8's given us a platform to build for future
THE G8 summit has been an enormous success. It is to the credit of the various governments, including the Executive, the PSNI and all parties involved, that the conference passed off so successfully.
Editors Viewpoint: We can't slip back into bad old days
The announcement of 400 new jobs for Larne from a Japanese firm is very welcome, particularly in a town which saw the devastating loss of 800 jobs last year. Of course there was a certain amount of choreography involved in revealing the jobs boost just after the G8 summit, but the positive investment message will still not be lost back in Japan or in the other countries which participated in the meeting.
Letters: We must bring Syrians together
THE British and French should concentrate their efforts on supporting attempts to bring the different sides in Syria together.
Letters: Could Michelle change Barack?
AS the wife of the United States president visited historic Glendalough in Co Wicklow, I hope that – like St Kevin – she took a moment and went through some self-examination (as St Kevin did), goes back to her beloved and encourages him to change his ways and work for peace and justice. War solves nothing.
Letters: House of Lords has some merit
HAVE noted Andrew McKeever's letter (Write Back, June 17), but his last sentence is a non sequitur.
Letters: Gospel shows how to destroy capitalism
IT'S hard to know whether to admire, or denigrate, the anti-capitalists who stride this world in hot pursuit of global leaders of the most prosperous countries.
Letters: How Pope can help all bikers
IT is heartening to see the man in the Vatican blessing and praying for motorcyclists (News, June 17).
Letters: New name is now needed for civil marriage
IN the early dawn of history, humans realised incest was not good. So a man had to go outside his family and relatives to get a wife.
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Tax rift driving a wedge between golf clubs
WHILE world leaders met this week to discuss taxpaying protocols at Lough Erne Resort and golf course, it's emerged there are disparities in the taxes paid by golf clubs in Northern Ireland.
Heavy loss for JD Sports' outdoor division
Retailer JD Sports Fashion has warned its Blacks and Millets outdoor division is set for another "substantial" loss, despite a return to sales growth.
Tourism boosted by £14m
GOLF tourism brings around £14m per year to the local economy, with the average spend per golf visitor coming in at £300-£450 – significantly higher than the average visitor spend, according to the Northern Ireland Tourist Board.
Airline in $297m order for part-Belfast built aeroplanes
ANOTHER airline has signed a deal to buy planes part-made in Belfast at the Paris Air Show.
King's last bid fails to win £25bn for economy
Outgoing Bank of England Governor Sir Mervyn King tasted defeat in his last bid to spur on the UK economy but successor Mark Carney may yet win support for a return to the printing presses, it has emerged.
Ryanair boosts its fleet by 175 new planes
Low-fare airline Ryanair has confirmed it will be buying around £10bn of new planes in a move which will create more than 3,000 jobs.
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