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MI5 'offered job to Woolwich suspect'
Police have arrested an alleged friend of the Woolwich murder suspect Michael Adebolajo after he gave an interview to BBC Newsnight in which he claimed the security services had tried to recruit the suspect.
Big Weekend in Derry off to flying start
It was party time yesterday as Londonderry kicked off three days of fun and celebrations at BBC Radio One's Big Weekend.
Maskey: No party can ignore issues like parading
Sinn Fein MLA says there can be no escape route over parades, flags and the past.
English football is 'too expensive and too corporate'
Adrian Chiles praises German Bundesliga as Munich face Dortmund.
Robert Fisk: Fighting in Tripoli brings Syria war home
Mazen Zred doesn’t feel lucky, strapped up in his bed.
Brendan Rodgers' son Anton cleared of sexual assault
Footballer and three teammates found not guilty.
Queen's passion for horses revealed
Queen spends birthday watching thoroughbred horses being trained.
Police on alert for English Defence League parade
Hundreds of police working to keep the peace following murder of soldier.
Family tribute to soldier
Family of murdered Lee Rigby paid a touching tribute to the soldier.
Toronto’s mayor: I don't smoke crack
Mayor Rob Ford has denied accusations of drug use.
Stockholm unrest may spread across Europe
Unemployment and poverty in some areas of Europe could lead to rising civil unrest.
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Bomb explodes in suburban street new
A pipe bomb which partially exploded on a suburban street in Belfast could have killed people, a police chief has warned.
Man denies murdering cousin
A man has appeared in court to deny murdering his second cousin, who was killed in a hit-and-run incident.
Terror training camp accused bailed for son's communion
An architect charged in connection with an alleged terrorist training camp can leave prison to be at his son's first communion, a High Court judge ruled yesterday.
OAP driver is denied bail
A pensioner who allegedly drove at officers during a police pursuit must remain in custody, a High Court judge ruled yesterday.
Flight disruption hits Big Weekend
Some performances have been cancelled at Radio 1's Big Weekend because of disruption at Heathrow.
Radio One's Big Weekend: Robbie Williams makes guest appearance in Derry
Thousands of eager pop fans are soaking up the sun as Radio One's Big Weekend kicks off in Londonderry.
Belfast care home fall 'had role' in pensioner death
Injuries caused when a pensioner fell from a lifting hoist at a Belfast care home contributed to his death, a coroner said today.
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Suspicious object found amid Belfast dissident search
A suspect object has been found by police in north Belfast investigating dissident republican activity.
Pair jailed over murder of Ballymena schoolboy Michael McIlveen
Two men who admitted their part in the murder of a teenage schoolboy seven years ago were today ordered to spend at least 17 years behind bars between them.
Man remanded over Hyde Park bombing
A man appeared at the Old Bailey today charged with the murder of four British solders in the 1982 Hyde Park IRA bomb blast.
Woman's tears as she's cleared of stealing mum's life savings
A woman cleared of conning more than £40,000 from her elderly mother's life savings has spoken of her relief after walking free from court.
Campaigner Joe Murphy picks up Father of the Year award
The campaigning dad of a young man who died after falling off a bridge as he returned home from a club running a cheap drinks promotion has been named ni4kids Father of the Year 2013.
Cost of getting a licence is keeping young off the road
It costs young people in Northern Ireland on average £1,000 to obtain a driving licence, prompting fears they are being driven off the road.
A £500m scheme to make scenes like this a thing of the past... but where will the cash to pay for it come from?
Plans to end sectarianism have been unveiled by Peter Robinson and Martin McGuinness – but they will need funding from charities to work.
Awesome Cannes: Irina Shayk dazzles at 'All is Lost' premiere
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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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Indian Holi festival unleashes explosion of colour in Belfast
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Lotto prize for monthly millionaire new
A UK ticket-holder will bank £1 million every month for a year in a new prize being launched by the National Lottery, it has been announced.
Two questioned over mid-air 'fight' new
Two men are being questioned on suspicion of endangerment of an aircraft after an RAF Typhoon jet was scrambled to escort a passenger plane over the UK.
Child abduction cases up by 81% new
Child abduction is a "growing problem" with the number of reported cases up by 81% over the last nine years, ministers have warned.
Travellers escape UK's cold spring new
Thousands of people are escaping the dismal British weather and seeking sun for the May bank holiday weekend, experts have said.
Investigators probe jet emergency new
Air accident investigators are probing an emergency landing by a British Airways passenger jet at Heathrow amid reports that a technical fault in the aircraft could be to blame.
Murder provokes backlash across UK new
The murder of soldier Lee Rigby has provoked a backlash of anger across the UK, including the attacking of mosques, racial abuse and comments made on social media.
Man charged with child sex offences new
A British man who handed himself in to Chinese authorities has been charged with a series of child sex offences dating back up to 15 years.
MI5 'tried to recruit suspect'
A childhood friend of Woolwich murder suspect Michael Adebolajo has claimed that he was approached by MI5 six months ago and asked if he would work for the security service.
Three arrested ahead of EDL march
Police have arrested three people ahead of an EDL protest for allegedly making racist tweets.
Want an Eton scholarship? All you need to do is answer four (not so simple) questions
Children taking one of Eton’s entrance examinations were asked to imagine they were the Prime Minister.
Islamophobic hate crimes running at 10 times usual rate after Woolwich murder of soldier Lee Rigby
Islamophobic hate crimes are running at more than 10 times their usual rate, with more than 140 reported to a government-backed hotline in the 48 hours since the Woolwich killing.
'Friend' of Woolwich murder suspect Michael Adebolajo arrested after claims MI5 tried to recruit the alleged attacker
Police have arrested an alleged friend of the Woolwich murder suspect Michael Adebolajo after he gave an interview to BBC Newsnight in which he claimed the security services had tried to recruit the suspect.
Video: Runher 2013 - vigorous warm-up new
Hundreds of Northern Ireland women gathered as the sun went down over Crawfordsburn Country Park - the perfect setting for the second Belfast Telegraph Coastal 10k Challenge.
Video: Leah Totton and Apprentice candidates head to UAE
In the almost finished foyer of a new multimillion pound hotel, the candidates discover their task: find and secure items needed for the hotel at the lowest possible prices.
Video: Chris Fountain understands Michelle Keegan's reasons to leave.
The pair play friends Tommy Duckworth and Tina McIntyre but Michelle recently announced she would be leaving the ITV series next year.
Man arrested after drugs seized
Gardai have seized 1.7 million euro worth of drugs from a house in Dublin.
Government firm on teachers' pay
The Government has reiterated its threat to slash teachers' wages after the leaders of two unions refused to support the new public sector pay deal.
Ministers rally round Alan Shatter
Government ministers have rallied round embattled Justice Minister Alan Shatter insisting the issue of his failure to give a breath test at a Garda checkpoint is over.
Bruton hails fresh boost for jobs
More than 100 jobs are to be created over the next three years at three Irish firms in Galway and Dublin.
Elderly man dies in Tipperary crash
An elderly man has been killed in a crash in Co Tipperary.
Cannabis plants raid - women held
Two women have been arrested as detectives seized cannabis plants with a street value of around half a million euro.
New span sought after bridge breaks new
Authorities are searched for a temporary way to restore access after a key bridge linking the US and Canada collapsed, dumping a handful of vehicles and people into the icy water.
Swedish capital hit by rioting new
As many as 25 cars were set alight in another night of rioting in suburban districts of Stockholm, although police said the violence was less intense than previous nights.
Syrian loyalists attack key town new
Forces loyal to Syrian President Bashar Assad have unleashed their heaviest artillery barrage in a week to dislodge rebels from a strategic western town, according to activists.
Children killed in school bus fire
A teacher was among the 17 people burned to death in eastern Pakistan when a minibus taking children to school suddenly caught fire.
IMF managing director Christine Lagarde evades fraud accusation
The IMF chief Christine Lagarde escaped a formal accusation of fraud after two days of interrogation by a special court in France.
Elite school in sex abuse apology
One of New York City's most prestigious private schools has apologised for more than three decades of sexual abuse committed by teachers and administrators.
Brumbies hold off Blues fightback new
The Blues were undone by the goal-kicking of centre Christian Lealiifano, who kicked the Brumbies to a 20-13 Super Rugby win at Eden Park.
Cech excited by Mourinho talk new
Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech has described the prospect of Jose Mourinho returning to the club as "fantastic".
Moyes shows door to Phelan new
David Moyes' Manchester United revolution is under way following the departures of Mike Phelan and goalkeeping coach Eric Steele.
Aguero happy at City new
Argentina striker Sergio Aguero insists he is happy at Manchester City.
FA charge sees Townsend withdraw new
Tottenham winger Andros Townsend has pulled out of the England Under-21 squad for this summer's European Championship in Israel after being charged by the Football Association with betting offences.
England waiting on Clark fitness new
Calum Clark is a doubt for England's tour of Uruguay and Argentina after an ankle injury ruled him out of Saturday's Aviva Premiership final.
True grit Ireland a match for Pakistan
Ireland have still to defeat one of the elite Full Member nations at home but they cannot come any closer.
O’Neill back to skipper Tyrone in showdown
Tyrone captain Stephen O’Neill and utility player Peter Harte return for Sunday’s massive Ulster Championship quarter-final clash against Donegal at MacCumhaill Park, Ballybofey.
Celtic’s tiger McGuinness on the prowl
Whether he's at Lennoxtown or Letterkenny, Jim McGuinness is at his happiest when he's on a training pitch — passing on what he has gained from many years of preparing for what he feels is his destiny.
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O’Neill back to skipper Tyrone in showdown
Tyrone captain Stephen O’Neill and utility player Peter Harte return for Sunday’s massive Ulster Championship quarter-final clash against Donegal at MacCumhaill Park, Ballybofey.
O'Hara will step up threat to McCullough
It has been the perfect start to the season for Ivor McCullough as he bids to win a third successive Northern Ireland Formula Ford Championship.
Sir Alex will inspire Monaghan fledglings, says Brady
One of Alex Ferguson’s biggest fans plans to pay his own tribute to the Old Trafford legend — by steering his own side to the Ulster Minor Football Championship title.
Clark fitness doubt for England
Calum Clark is a doubt for England's tour of Uruguay and Argentina after an ankle injury ruled him out of Saturday's Aviva Premiership final.
England target top-two ranking
Stuart Lancaster has been formally set the challenge of leading England into the 2015 Rugby World Cup as one of the two top-ranked nations on the planet.
Players accepting Mourinho return
Chelsea's players appear to have grown used to the likelihood of Jose Mourinho returning return to the club.
Jennifer Aniston fears 'wedding curse' new
Jennifer Aniston allegedly fears her upcoming wedding to Justin Theroux is "cursed".
Britney Spears 'sparks Vegas show concern' new
Britney Spears' team is said to be worried the singer will crumble under the pressure of her rumored Las Vegas stint.
Jordana Brewster shares wedding mishap new
Jordana Brewster has shared the moment that "screwed up" her dream day.
Kardashian 'puts baby shower pressure on Kanye' new
Kim Kardashian has begged Kanye West to drop into her baby shower next month, which will be featured on TV show Keeping Up with the Kardashians.
Video: Mariah Carey suffers dress 'pop' on Good Morning America new
Mariah Carey has dubbed her Good Morning America wardrobe malfunction "The Central Park saga".
One Direction make tour donation new
One Direction will donate 50p from each ticket sold for the UK leg of their Where We Are Tour to a cancer charity.
RunHer 2013 - full results from 10k race new
Whether a seasoned runner or a enthusiastic amateur, young and old have taken part in the Coastal Challenge - held at Seapark in Holywood, Co Down on Friday.
RunHer 2013 - results, pictures and video from Crawfordsburn 10k race new
Up to 1,400 runners and walkers turn out for our second RunHer 10k event by seaside, writes Kerry McKittrick
Belfast Telegraph Runher 2013
Hundreds of women from across Northern Ireland have put on their running shoes for charity as part of the Belfast Telegraph's Runher 10k race.
Jessica Alba prefers ‘punchy’ pout
Jessica Alba is a fan of "bold, punchy lips" for a spring beauty look.
Heather Graham shares yoga obsession
Yoga helps Heather Graham feel good about herself from the "inside".
Olivia Palermo unveils charity line
Olivia Palermo's charity footwear line for the Pikolinos Maasai Project has been revealed.
Jennifer Aniston 'fights for fitness'
Jennifer Aniston embarked on an intense workout regime to get in shape for her stripper role.
Kate Hudson: Bikinis are essential
Kate Hudson has revealed her favourite summer looks.
Film star Vince Vaughn brushes up on the history of Northern Ireland's murals for his new film
Hollywood superstar Vince Vaughn has one regret about his documentary Art Of Conflict, the story of the Troubles told through the street wall murals of Belfast and Londonderry: David Ervine didn't live to see it.
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Editors Viewpoint: We must rally against the threat of violence
Almost two days after the killing of Drummer Lee Rigby the sense of shock has not abated, and many of the questions are still unanswered.
Robert Fisk: Fierce fighting between Alawites and Sunnis in Tripoli, Lebanon brings Syrian war home
Mazen Zred doesn’t feel lucky, strapped up in his bed at the Nini Hospital, swathed in bandages, two bottles of painkillers pumping into him.
Editors Viewpoint: Now let's build this shared future for all
Now there is some flesh on the bones of the shared future strategy outlined by the First and Deputy First Ministers. And at first glance it is a document with some encouraging initiatives. The idea of work experience placements for 10,000 young people not in employment, education or training is innovative. Even more so, the proposals that all public contracts should offer apprenticeships to young people.
Letters: Politicians to blame on tax
I AM getting bored watching posturing politicians trying to divert attention from their own failures.
Letters: Please explain key points of gay ceremony
PLEASE could someone explain to those of us who are neutral on the subject, and would like a better understanding, what are the key points of difference between a registry office wedding and a civil partnership?
Letters: All human life is precious
PERHAPS someone will explain why, when a Muslim kills a solider on British soil, he is called a terrorist, but when a British solider kills a Muslim in Iraq, or Afghanistan, he is not called a terrorist, but a hero? Why the double standard?
Editors Viewpoint: Now let's build this shared future for all
Now there is some flesh on the bones of the shared future strategy outlined by the First and Deputy First Ministers. And at first glance it is a document with some encouraging initiatives. The idea of work experience placements for 10,000 young people not in employment, education or training is innovative. Even more so, the proposals that all public contracts should offer apprenticeships to young people.
Letters: Politicians to blame on tax
I AM getting bored watching posturing politicians trying to divert attention from their own failures.
Letters: Please explain key points of gay ceremony
PLEASE could someone explain to those of us who are neutral on the subject, and would like a better understanding, what are the key points of difference between a registry office wedding and a civil partnership?
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Spending habits picked up early
Most children's money habits have been formed by the time they reach the age of seven, research from a Government-backed body has found.
Skoda's superb, say car owners
The aptly-named Skoda Superb is the car that owners are most satisfied with, according to a survey. And another Skoda model – the Yeti – was second on the list compiled from owners' views by What Car? and JD Power and Associates. Third was the Jaguar XF, with equal fourth place occupied by the Citroen DS3 and the Lexus RX .
Halfords 'uphill slog to recovery'
Halfords has warned of a long uphill slog to recovery as profits tumbled by 22% and its dividend was slashed by a third to pay for a £100m revamp. New chief executive Matt Davies pledged to refresh tired-looking stores and improve customer service over the next three years but warned that earnings were unlikely to recover until 2016.
Skoda's superb, say car owners
The aptly-named Skoda Superb is the car that owners are most satisfied with, according to a survey. And another Skoda model – the Yeti – was second on the list compiled from owners' views by What Car? and JD Power and Associates. Third was the Jaguar XF, with equal fourth place occupied by the Citroen DS3 and the Lexus RX .
Halfords 'uphill slog to recovery'
Halfords has warned of a long uphill slog to recovery as profits tumbled by 22% and its dividend was slashed by a third to pay for a £100m revamp. New chief executive Matt Davies pledged to refresh tired-looking stores and improve customer service over the next three years but warned that earnings were unlikely to recover until 2016.
New chamber of trade president
Belfast Chamber of Trade and Commerce has welcomed Paul McMahon as its newly elected president.
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