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Egypt holiday anguish as little Chloe Johnson dies in resort pool tragedy
A grief-stricken family from London is trying to some to terms with death a little girl who drowned during a holiday at the Egytian resort of Sharm el-Sheikh.
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.
Stoke City probe pig's head stunt and car smash claims
Kenwyne Jones is reported to have reacted furiously.
Jane Graham: Angelina Jolie should forget the trolls.
Screen goddess and pure inspiration.
Maddy McCann: New list of suspects
Police name people they believe should be quizzed
Oil laundering plant discovered in Dublin
Capacity to process 2.5 million litres of fuel a year
Veteran fell runner dies in Mournes
Man 'was a stalwart of mountain competitions'.
Alaska volcano erupts
One of Alaska's most restless volcanoes has shot an ash cloud 15,000 feet into the air.
14 years in jail for drugs smuggler
Ulster lorry driver sentenced to 14 years in Greece.
Rooney no longer Ferguson's problem
Sir Alex content to leave the problem to Moyes.
Ferdinand close to new United deal
Defender expected to agree a new contract with United.
Leinster clinch Amlin Challenge Cup
Leinster beati Stade Francais 34-13 in style.
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.
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.
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.
Union urges more teaching positions
More permanent new teaching positions need to be created in Northern Ireland to boost standards across the curriculum, a union said.
Teenager shot in punishment attack
An 18-year-old man has been shot in both legs during a paramilitary punishment attack in north Belfast.
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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.
Gun holder to challenge withdrawal of licence
A Belfast man denied a fresh gun licence over allegations of associating with a proscribed organisation can challenge the prohibition, the High Court has ruled.
Blackout driver felt safe on road: Woman accused of dangerous driving in fatal crash denies taking risk
A driver accused of killing a young woman after blacking out at the wheel has said she would never have driven if she did not feel it was safe to do so.
Man accused of abusing girl (13)
A man has appeared in court accused of sexually assaulting a schoolgirl in Belfast.
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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Belfast Telegraph Business Awards 2013
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£6m cost of Olympic Torch relay
England's largest local councils spent more than £6 million hosting the Olympic Torch for last year's Games, figures published on the one-year anniversary of the start of the relay show.
Queen to get garden festival look
One hundred years of glorious gardens will be celebrated when the world's most famous flower show throws its doors open this week.
Activists attack PM on gay marriage
Tory activists have attacked David Cameron's support for gay marriage, claiming it had made winning the next general election "virtually impossible".
Crohn's patients slam hospital food
Half of hospitalised Crohn's disease patients believe their recovery was hampered because of poor hospital food, a poll suggests.
One in 10 'fell asleep at wheel'
More than three million British drivers have fallen asleep behind the wheel in the last year, according to new research.
Miliband pledges tax crackdown
Labour leader Ed Miliband will write new rules to tackle corporate tax dodgers if he wins the next election, even if there is no international consensus for action.
Governor warning on housing package
The outgoing governor of the Bank of England has warned that George Osborne's plan to boost the housing market is "too close for comfort" to a general state guarantee for mortgages.
Cameron 'losing control' of party
Former foreign secretary Lord Geoffrey Howe has claimed David Cameron is losing control of his party as the Conservatives' "long, nervous breakdown" over Europe continues.
Ukip hits new high in opinion poll
The UK Independence Party surge has continued with two opinion polls giving the party record levels of support.
'Casual' police website wins fans
A Facebook page which uses jokey language and describes criminals as "numpties" and "Billy Burglar" has gained a popular following from the public.
Building society raiders sought
The men shown in these CCTV stills are being sought by police in connection with the robbery of a building society.
Pool tragedy response criticised
Relatives of a five-year-old British girl who drowned in a hotel pool in Egypt have said they are angry and hurt that more was not done to save her.
Video: Jewel raid at Cannes Film Festival
The crime occurred just hours after the screening at Cannes of a film, based on a true story, about teens who broke into the homes of stars in Los Angeles to swipe designer bags, shoes and clothes from their homes.
Video: Sergio Parisse - we deserved to lose
Stade captain Sergio Parisse was a towering presence but the French side were not as clinical as Leinster and only managed to break down their defence late in the second half, when the game was already up.
Video: Managers pay tribute to David Beckham
Premier League managers have reacted to the news that David Beckham is to retire from professional football.
Medal for murdered Detective Garda
The family of murdered Detective Garda Adrian Donohoe has received a special medal in his honour.
Oil laundering plant discovered
An oil laundering plant with the capacity to process more than 2.5 million litres of fuel a year has been discovered in Dublin.
Prison for death blaze landlord
A landlord has been jailed for violating fire safety regulations after a blaze that left two young jockeys dead, firefighters have confirmed.
Teaching unions to rejoin pay talks
Two teachers' unions have agreed to go back into talks on Croke Park II.
Schools 'shun special needs pupils'
Some schools put up barriers to stop parents from enrolling children with special needs, inspectors have claimed.
Men held after armed raid on store
Two men have been arrested over an armed hold-up at a suburban supermarket.
World hunger 'could be eradicated'
World hunger could be eradicated if the revenues that developing countries lose through tax dodging were available to them to invest in agricultural development, says a report from charity Christian Aid.
Scores hurt as car hits US parade
Up to 60 people were injured when a driver described by witnesses as an elderly man drove his car into a group of hikers marching in a parade in a small Virginia mountain town.
Pakistan politician gunned down
Gunmen on a motorcycle have shot and killed a senior member of a leading Pakistani political party.
I won't step down, insists Assad
Bashar Assad said he will not step down as president of Syria before elections are held in the war-ravaged country.
Several blasts rock Libyan cities
Explosions have gone off in the Libyan capital Tripoli and the restive eastern city of Benghazi.
Pope discusses crisis with Merkel
German chancellor Angela Merkel, mindful of the importance of Christian voters in September elections, has met with Pope Francis during a quick trip to Rome which focused on helping victims of Europe's economic crisis and emphasising the continent's Christian roots.
Doyle downs hat-trick in Carlow success
Substitute Craig Doyle came off the bench to fire in a spectacular hat-trick as Carlow powered to a 4-17 to 2-13 victory over London in the Leinster SHC at Dr Cullen Park.
Tuscan triumph Wexford
There could be better to come from Tuscan Light judged on her manner of victory in the Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Median Auction Fillies Maiden at Wexford.
Declaration disappoints in Lockinge
The heavily backed Declaration Of War proved a major disappointment as Farhh made an impressive return to action in the JLT Lockinge Stakes at Newbury.
Dawn stamina doubts for O'Brien
Joseph O'Brien believes it could be a "big ask" for Investec Derby favourite Dawn Approach to see out the mile-and-a-half trip at Epsom on June 1.
Wilkinson leads Toulon to European glory
Jonny Wilkinson lifted the Heineken Cup after inspiring Toulon to a 16-15 victory over Clermont Auvergne at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.
Sexton intrigued by O'Gara move
Jonathan Sexton has been taken by surprise to hear that long-time rival Ronan O'Gara will be his coach at Racing Metro.
Allardyce keen to keep Carroll
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce has confirmed he is keen to retain the services of on-loan Liverpool striker Andy Carroll and hopes a deal can be finalised as soon as possible.
Colsaerts and McDowell clash again
Nicolas Colsaerts and Graeme McDowell contested the final 12 months ago and have set up a quarter-final clash at the Volvo World Match Play Championship after both almost blew massive leads at the last-16 stage.
O'Gara bows out
Ireland and Munster fly-half Ronan O'Gara has announced his playing retirement in order to take up a coaching role with Racing Metro.
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Read inspires Crusaders
Skipper Kieran Read led the way as the Crusaders eased to a 23-3 victory over the Blues at the AMI Stadium.
Mancini thanks City fans
Former Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has thanked fans for their support during his three-and-a-half year stint at the club.
Hammers rule out new Pogatetz deal
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce has confirmed the club will not be extending on-loan defender Emanuel Pogatetz's stay at the club.
Giggs: Senior stars backing Moyes
Ryan Giggs says new Manchester United manager David Moyes can count on the support of the club's senior players when he begins the daunting task of replacing Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford.
Rodgers keen to improve squad
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers is confident the recruitment structure put in place over the last year will ensure the club do not waste money in the transfer market.
Cortese to stay at Saints
Southampton's executive chairman Nicola Cortese will be staying at the club next season following a meeting with owner Katharina Liebherr, removing fears that manager Mauricio Pochettino could also exit St Mary's.
Tobey sober unlike Gatsby character
Tobey Maguire has revealed his Great Gatsby character was very different to him as he has been sober since the age of 19.
Sgt Pepper overtaken by Abba Gold
Abba's greatest hits collection has overtaken The Beatles' Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band to become the UK's second biggest selling album of all time, according to the Official Charts Company.
Berry: My music is not a comedy act
Matt Berry says people often mistake his gigs for a comedy music act.
Denmark eclipses UK at Eurovision
The UK was holding out for a hero - but in the event Bonnie Tyler was totally eclipsed by bookies' favourite Denmark at the Eurovision Song Contest.
Corrie streets ahead of opposition
Coronation Street dominated the British Soap Awards, scooping eight out of 16 awards including Best Soap.
Veteran actor takes Doctor Who role
John Hurt has been unveiled as an incarnation of The Doctor as the latest series of Doctor Who reached its climax.
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.
Cate Blanchett lands Armani campaign
Cate Blanchett has been confirmed as the face of Giorgio Armani’s new parfum.
Rihanna ‘to file Topshop lawsuit’
Rihanna is allegedly filing a lawsuit against British retailer Topshop.
Zoe Saldana make-up tips
Zoe Saldana's make-up artist has revealed the secret to re-creating the star's recent glamorous red carpet look.
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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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