http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/?service=Rss http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/offbeat/viking-biker-back-in-the-saddle-14733133.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/offbeat/viking-biker-back-in-the-saddle-14733133.html?r=RSS A former oil rig worker who dresses as a Viking and cruises the roads on a motorbike is back in the saddle after a crash. Offbeat Sun, 21 Mar 2010 09:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/gunmen-open-fire-on-police-14733116.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/gunmen-open-fire-on-police-14733116.html?r=RSS Police investigating a security alert near the border came under gun attack but escaped injury, officers have revealed. UK & Ireland Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:52:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/villa-boss-in-awe-of-exceptional-young-14733099.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/villa-boss-in-awe-of-exceptional-young-14733099.html?r=RSS Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill hailed a "mesmeric" performance from winger Ashley Young as his side salvaged a point with a 2-2 home draw against Wolves. Soccer Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/grant-hails-pompey-ambassadors-14733100.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/grant-hails-pompey-ambassadors-14733100.html?r=RSS Portsmouth boss Avram Grant hailed his players as ambassadors for the Barclays Premier League after their stunning comeback against Hull in the same week they were virtually condemned to relegation. Soccer Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/wenger-hails-outstanding-gunners-14733101.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/wenger-hails-outstanding-gunners-14733101.html?r=RSS Arsene Wenger hailed the new-found maturity of his young Arsenal side after they overcame the sending off of defender Thomas Vermaelen to battle back to the top of the Barclays Premier League with a 2-0 win over struggling West Ham. Soccer Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/redknapp-eidurs-a-gud-signing-14733102.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/redknapp-eidurs-a-gud-signing-14733102.html?r=RSS Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp revealed he is desperate to make Eidur Gudjohnsen's move permanent after watching him star in a 2-1 win at Stoke. Soccer Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/latics-to-probe-kirkland-incident-14733103.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/latics-to-probe-kirkland-incident-14733103.html?r=RSS Wigan are looking into an incident in which England goalkeeper Chris Kirkland was apparently struck by a coin during his side's dramatic 1-0 victory over Burnley. Soccer Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/bruce-darren-on-great-scoring-bent-14733104.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/bruce-darren-on-great-scoring-bent-14733104.html?r=RSS Sunderland manager Steve Bruce received another return on his £10million investment in Darren Bent as the striker smashed through the 20-goal barrier. Soccer Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/moyes-victory-sweet-for-toffees-14733105.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/moyes-victory-sweet-for-toffees-14733105.html?r=RSS Everton manager David Moyes felt his side thoroughly deserved their three points after a hard-fought Barclays Premier League win over 10-man Bolton. Soccer Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/south-africa-remembers-sharpeville-14733106.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/south-africa-remembers-sharpeville-14733106.html?r=RSS South Africans have gathered in Sharpeville to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the massacre that brought the country's black rights movement to the world's attention. World Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/two-dead-in-bicycle-bomb-blast-14733080.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/two-dead-in-bicycle-bomb-blast-14733080.html?r=RSS A bomb planted on a bicycle exploded as a police van passed by in the city of Quetta, Pakistan, killing at least two people and wounding 12 others. World Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:12:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/un-chief-bids-to-end-gaza-blockade-14733081.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/un-chief-bids-to-end-gaza-blockade-14733081.html?r=RSS UN chief Ban Ki-moon has visited the blockaded Gaza Strip, where 1.5 million people have been under lockdown by Israel and Egypt for nearly three years. World Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:12:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/balls-faces-battle-with-teachers-14733057.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/balls-faces-battle-with-teachers-14733057.html?r=RSS Schools Secretary Ed Balls is facing a pre-election battle with teachers over plans to make them undergo regular check-ups to ensure they are fit to teach. UK & Ireland Sun, 21 Mar 2010 07:52:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/citys-beacon-fails-to-shine-14733052.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/citys-beacon-fails-to-shine-14733052.html?r=RSS It was billed as a beacon above Cork city which would light up the night sky. UK & Ireland Sun, 21 Mar 2010 07:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/rugby/johnson-england-players-came-of-age-14733053.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/rugby/johnson-england-players-came-of-age-14733053.html?r=RSS England manager Martin Johnson felt his team came of age in Paris - but he was ultimately left frustrated as France held out for a 12-10 win that sealed the Grand Slam. Rugby Sun, 21 Mar 2010 07:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/rugby/robinson-savours-scotland-success-14733054.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/rugby/robinson-savours-scotland-success-14733054.html?r=RSS Andy Robinson hailed his Scotland side for finally solving the riddle of how to win a rugby match after watching them score a sensational victory in Ireland to avoid the RBS 6 Nations wooden spoon. Rugby Sun, 21 Mar 2010 07:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/rugby/gatland-hails-returning-duo-14733055.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/rugby/gatland-hails-returning-duo-14733055.html?r=RSS Prop Gethin Jenkins and scrum-half Mike Phillips were singled out for praise by Wales coaches Warren Gatland and Shaun Edwards after the 33-10 victory over Italy. Rugby Sun, 21 Mar 2010 07:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/crunch-vote-for-obama-health-reform-14732953.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/crunch-vote-for-obama-health-reform-14732953.html?r=RSS Democratic leaders appear confident they have the votes needed to pass Barack Obama's landmark healthcare legislation on Sunday, a day after the president called on them to make history by bringing health insurance to millions of struggling families. World Sun, 21 Mar 2010 06:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/south-africa-massacre-commemorated-14732914.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/south-africa-massacre-commemorated-14732914.html?r=RSS The 50th anniversary of the massacre of 69 black South Africans in the township of Sharpeville is being marked. World Sun, 21 Mar 2010 05:22:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/hundreds-flee-iceland-eruption-14732894.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/hundreds-flee-iceland-eruption-14732894.html?r=RSS A volcano has erupted in southern Iceland. World Sun, 21 Mar 2010 05:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/labour-fights-lobbying-after-expose-14732875.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/labour-fights-lobbying-after-expose-14732875.html?r=RSS Labour has promised a crackdown on lobbying by ex-ministers after several of its senior MPs were filmed apparently offering their services for cash. UK & Ireland Sun, 21 Mar 2010 04:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/darling-rules-out-giveaway-budget-14732857.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/darling-rules-out-giveaway-budget-14732857.html?r=RSS Alistair Darling has ruled out a "giveaway Budget" as he put the finishing touches to the pre-election package he will deliver on Wednesday. UK & Ireland Sun, 21 Mar 2010 04:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/foreign-office-budget-move-slammed-14732849.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/foreign-office-budget-move-slammed-14732849.html?r=RSS The "ludicrous" decision to stop protecting the Foreign Office budget from fluctuations in exchange rates has caused an "unacceptable risk" to its ability to function properly, MPs have said. UK & Ireland Sun, 21 Mar 2010 03:52:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/stars-eye-laurence-olivier-awards-14732836.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/stars-eye-laurence-olivier-awards-14732836.html?r=RSS Jude Law, Keira Knightley and a host of other Hollywood stars are vying to pick up prestigious theatre gongs at the Laurence Olivier Awards. Entertainment Sun, 21 Mar 2010 03:12:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/just-25-of-voters-back-ba-strike-14732829.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/just-25-of-voters-back-ba-strike-14732829.html?r=RSS Only one in four voters supports the strike by British Airways cabin crew, according to an opinion poll carried out in the days before the walk out. UK & Ireland Sun, 21 Mar 2010 03:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/cork-halt-dublin-steak-14732768.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/cork-halt-dublin-steak-14732768.html?r=RSS Dublin's unbeaten run in Division one of the NFL came to an end at Pairc Ui Rinn, where Cork scored a 2-13 to 2-6 win. Sport Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/meath-edge-out-laois-14732769.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/meath-edge-out-laois-14732769.html?r=RSS Meath scored a narrow 0-13 to 1-9 win over Laois in an all-Leinster NFL Division Two clash at Navan. Sport Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/jade-cancer-diagnosed-too-late-14732756.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/jade-cancer-diagnosed-too-late-14732756.html?r=RSS Jade Goody would still be alive if NHS medics had spotted her "quite typical" symptoms of cervical cancer, a private doctor has claimed. Entertainment Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:32:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/william-hurt-fights-for-indie-films-14732758.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/william-hurt-fights-for-indie-films-14732758.html?r=RSS Veteran actor John Hurt said he would continue his "constant fight" to make audiences passionate about independent films rather than Hollywood blockbusters. Entertainment Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:32:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/polls-still-signal-hung-parliament-14732744.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/polls-still-signal-hung-parliament-14732744.html?r=RSS The Tories are still not on course to win the general election outright, two more opinion polls have indicated, pointing to the possibility of a hung Parliament. UK & Ireland Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:12:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/jade-cancer-diagnosed-too-late-14732745.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/jade-cancer-diagnosed-too-late-14732745.html?r=RSS Jade Goody would still be alive if NHS medics had spotted her "quite typical" symptoms of cervical cancer, a private doctor has claimed. UK & Ireland Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:12:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/father-reveals-kidnap-ordeal-horror-14732734.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/father-reveals-kidnap-ordeal-horror-14732734.html?r=RSS The father of kidnap victim Sahil Saeed has revealed the terrifying threats made by his son's captors and his fears that the little boy might be murdered. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 23:52:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/pair-to-face-court-after-drugs-raid-14732638.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/pair-to-face-court-after-drugs-raid-14732638.html?r=RSS Two men have been charged with a number of drugs and fraud offences after a search of a house in Belfast. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 22:12:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/rugby/france-claim-grand-slam-14732626.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/rugby/france-claim-grand-slam-14732626.html?r=RSS France were crowned RBS 6 Nations Grand Slam champions in Paris on Saturday as three penalties from Morgan Parra and a Francois Trinh-Duc drop-goal gave them a 12-10 win over England. Rugby Sat, 20 Mar 2010 22:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/child-killer-had-victims-picture-14732595.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/child-killer-had-victims-picture-14732595.html?r=RSS The man convicted of murdering schoolgirl Sarah Payne was found with pictures of her in his cell, it was revealed. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 21:22:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/fine-gael-pledge-on-unemployment-14732586.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/fine-gael-pledge-on-unemployment-14732586.html?r=RSS Fine Gael leader Enda Kenny has pledged to lift the nation off its knees and get people back into work. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 21:12:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/cancer-diagnosis-delays-criticised-14732562.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/cancer-diagnosis-delays-criticised-14732562.html?r=RSS More than a quarter of teenage cancer patients visited their GP four or more times before being referred to a specialist, a survey revealed. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 20:22:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/gunners-move-top-after-hammers-defeat-14732530.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/gunners-move-top-after-hammers-defeat-14732530.html?r=RSS Arsenal overcame the sending off of defender Thomas Vermaelen to battle back to the top of the Barclays Premier League with a 2-0 win over struggling West Ham. Soccer Sat, 20 Mar 2010 19:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/galway-battle-to-offaly-victory-14732531.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/galway-battle-to-offaly-victory-14732531.html?r=RSS Galway had to work hard for a four-points NHL win over Offaly at Pearse Stadium - eventually running out with a 1-22 to 1-18 success. Sport Sat, 20 Mar 2010 19:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/man-remanded-over-honour-killing-14732532.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/man-remanded-over-honour-killing-14732532.html?r=RSS A man has appeared in court charged with the "honour" killing of a woman whose decomposed body was found in a suitcase. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 19:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/scots-shock-irish-14732498.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/scots-shock-irish-14732498.html?r=RSS Scotland produced one of their best performances in recent memory to beat Ireland 23-20 in a sensational last-ever Test at Croke Park and avoid the RBS 6 Nations wooden spoon. Sport Sat, 20 Mar 2010 19:12:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/rugby/ireland-defeat-hands-france-title-14732499.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/rugby/ireland-defeat-hands-france-title-14732499.html?r=RSS France have won the 2010 RBS 6 Nations championship title ahead of the final match of the tournament after Ireland lost on Saturday Rugby Sat, 20 Mar 2010 19:12:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/jade-missed-tests-over-baby-fears-14732459.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/jade-missed-tests-over-baby-fears-14732459.html?r=RSS Jade Goody missed several smear tests because she feared doctors would tell her she could not have more children, her doctor said. Entertainment Sat, 20 Mar 2010 18:52:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/jade-missed-tests-over-baby-fears-14732458.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/jade-missed-tests-over-baby-fears-14732458.html?r=RSS Jade Goody missed several smear tests because she feared doctors would tell her she could not have more children, her doctor said. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 18:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/war-of-words-over-ba-strike-support-14732428.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/war-of-words-over-ba-strike-support-14732428.html?r=RSS British Airways has clashed with union leaders over the effect of a strike which hit flights and caused disruption for passengers. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 18:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/miliband-urges-iran-on-human-rights-14732429.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/miliband-urges-iran-on-human-rights-14732429.html?r=RSS Foreign Secretary David Miliband has called on the "paranoid" Iranian regime to respect its people's "basic human rights". World Sat, 20 Mar 2010 18:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/pompey-strike-back-for-points-14732418.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/pompey-strike-back-for-points-14732418.html?r=RSS Portsmouth proved they are taking the rest of the Barclays Premier League campaign seriously by staging a last-gasp 3-2 comeback against Hull and denying Iain Dowie victory in his first match in charge of Hull. Soccer Sat, 20 Mar 2010 17:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/rodallega-grabs-late-wigan-winner-14732419.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/rodallega-grabs-late-wigan-winner-14732419.html?r=RSS Hugo Rodallega broke Burnley's hearts with a last-gasp winner to add to the Clarets' deepening relegation woes and keep Wigan on course for Barclays Premier League survival with a 1-0 win. Soccer Sat, 20 Mar 2010 17:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/toffees-home-run-continues-14732423.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/toffees-home-run-continues-14732423.html?r=RSS Mikel Arteta and Steven Pienaar fired Everton to their seventh successive Barclays Premier League home win after a strong second-half showing saw off 10-man Bolton 2-0. Soccer Sat, 20 Mar 2010 17:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/bent-at-the-double-for-black-cats-14732424.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/bent-at-the-double-for-black-cats-14732424.html?r=RSS Darren Bent took his tally for the season to 21 as Sunderland beat Birmingham 3-1 to ease their way towards Barclays Premier League safety. Soccer Sat, 20 Mar 2010 17:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/gudjohnson-inspires-spurs-victory-14732425.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/gudjohnson-inspires-spurs-victory-14732425.html?r=RSS On-loan Eidur Gudjohnsen came off the bench to score one and set up another as Tottenham edged a second-half thriller 2-1 against 10-man Stoke. Soccer Sat, 20 Mar 2010 17:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/offbeat/pirates-target-record-at-theme-park-14732395.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/offbeat/pirates-target-record-at-theme-park-14732395.html?r=RSS A record attempt for the largest gathering of pirates in the world has taken place at a fun park Offbeat Sat, 20 Mar 2010 17:22:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/rugby/wales-too-strong-for-italy-14732379.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/rugby/wales-too-strong-for-italy-14732379.html?r=RSS Wales ended a disappointing RBS Six Nations campaign with a comfortable 33-10 victory over Italy in Cardiff. Rugby Sat, 20 Mar 2010 16:52:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/berlusconi-supporters-attend-rally-14732380.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/berlusconi-supporters-attend-rally-14732380.html?r=RSS Thousands of people have turned out for a rally supporting Italian premier Silvio Berlusconi's party before regional elections later this month. World Sat, 20 Mar 2010 16:52:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/russian-protests-attract-thousands-14732354.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/russian-protests-attract-thousands-14732354.html?r=RSS Thousands of protesters have rallied in several cities across Russia to protest against the government's economic policy and demand more political freedoms. World Sat, 20 Mar 2010 16:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/rival-edges-ahead-in-iraq-election-14732355.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/rival-edges-ahead-in-iraq-election-14732355.html?r=RSS A secular challenger to Iraq's prime minister has edged ahead in the overall vote count in parliamentary elections, while the prime minister held onto his province-by-province lead as the counting neared completion. World Sat, 20 Mar 2010 16:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/carew-saves-villa-blushes-14732331.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/carew-saves-villa-blushes-14732331.html?r=RSS John Carew salvaged a point in a 2-2 draw for Champions League-chasing Aston Villa after Mick McCarthy's Wolves side had threatened to pull of a shock win in the derby meeting at Villa Park. Soccer Sat, 20 Mar 2010 15:12:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/impact-of-ba-strike-is-disputed-14732306.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/impact-of-ba-strike-is-disputed-14732306.html?r=RSS Strike-hit British Airways has said the airline had got off to a "good start" as its plans to cope with a mass walkout of cabin crew staff swung into action. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 15:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/rugby/diggin-out-to-mark-century-in-style-14732302.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/rugby/diggin-out-to-mark-century-in-style-14732302.html?r=RSS Paul Diggin hopes to celebrate his 100th Northampton appearance in the grand manner on Sunday - by winning a trophy. Rugby Sat, 20 Mar 2010 14:52:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/celebrity-chef-hails-hospital-food-14732303.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/celebrity-chef-hails-hospital-food-14732303.html?r=RSS TV chef Raymond Blanc has praised hospital food as edible - even giving one dish seven out of 10 - after being admitted with a broken leg. Entertainment Sat, 20 Mar 2010 14:52:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/mixed-response-to-papal-apology-14732262.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/mixed-response-to-papal-apology-14732262.html?r=RSS Survivors of clerical abuse in Ireland expressed mixed reactions to Pope Benedict's much-anticipated pastoral letter. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 14:32:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/rugby/jones-thrilled-by-sharks-14732229.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/rugby/jones-thrilled-by-sharks-14732229.html?r=RSS Sale director of rugby Kingsley Jones hailed his side's 19-8 victory over Wasps as the "perfect tonic" but warned his players their relegation fears are far from over. Rugby Sat, 20 Mar 2010 14:22:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/experts-examine-suspicious-object-14732194.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/experts-examine-suspicious-object-14732194.html?r=RSS Army technical officers are examining a suspicious object discovered near a shop in Co Londonderry. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 14:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/police-try-to-control-demo-rivals-14732192.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/police-try-to-control-demo-rivals-14732192.html?r=RSS Police have been battling to control thousands of demonstrators taking part in a protest organised by a controversial right-wing group. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 13:52:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/anelka-hints-at-new-blues-deal-14732191.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/anelka-hints-at-new-blues-deal-14732191.html?r=RSS Striker Nicolas Anelka has given the broadest hint yet that he is ready to pledge his future to Chelsea. Soccer Sat, 20 Mar 2010 13:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/serbia-refuses-to-attend-summit-14732157.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/serbia-refuses-to-attend-summit-14732157.html?r=RSS A summit meant to show that Balkan nations can finally overcome past enmities has proved the opposite as a key regional player - Serbia - refused to attend. World Sat, 20 Mar 2010 13:22:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/murder-probe-after-teenager-dies-14732130.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/murder-probe-after-teenager-dies-14732130.html?r=RSS A murder inquiry has been launched after an 18-year-old man died following what is thought to be a fall-out among friends. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 13:12:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/harrington-hits-the-front-14732054.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/harrington-hits-the-front-14732054.html?r=RSS Padraig Harrington is the halfway leader at the Transitions Championship in Florida. Sport Sat, 20 Mar 2010 12:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/photos-of-babys-clothes-released-14732050.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/photos-of-babys-clothes-released-14732050.html?r=RSS Police trying to trace the mother of a newborn baby found dead behind a convenience store have released photos of the clothes he was wearing and towels in which he was wrapped. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 12:32:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/mod-will-not-act-over-google-images-14732046.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/mod-will-not-act-over-google-images-14732046.html?r=RSS The Ministry of Defence will not ask Google to remove images of SAS headquarters from one of its popular map programmes, it has emerged. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 12:22:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/boy-charged-over-screwdriver-death-14732035.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/boy-charged-over-screwdriver-death-14732035.html?r=RSS A 16-year-old boy has appeared in court charged with the murder of a father of two who was stabbed in the head with a screwdriver. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 12:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/pope-truly-sorry-over-scandal-14731962.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/pope-truly-sorry-over-scandal-14731962.html?r=RSS Pope Benedict has told victims of clerical child abuse in Ireland he is "truly sorry" for their suffering. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 11:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/juventus-win-an-inspiration-for-fulham-14731956.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/juventus-win-an-inspiration-for-fulham-14731956.html?r=RSS Paul Konchesky believes Thursday night's historic win over Juventus can inspire Fulham to an unlikely victory of Barclays Premier League big spenders Manchester City. Soccer Sat, 20 Mar 2010 11:32:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/zola-happy-with-owners-interest-14731942.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/zola-happy-with-owners-interest-14731942.html?r=RSS Gianfranco Zola is adamant David Gold and David Sullivan are not compromising his role as West Ham manager by interfering in first-team affairs at Upton Park. Soccer Sat, 20 Mar 2010 11:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/pompey-crisis-really-hurts--storrie-14731738.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/pompey-crisis-really-hurts--storrie-14731738.html?r=RSS Peter Storrie has defended his part in Portsmouth's financial crisis, but amazingly revealed he was paid the same win bonus as the players. Soccer Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/two-quizzed-after-drugs-seized-14731662.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/two-quizzed-after-drugs-seized-14731662.html?r=RSS Two people are being questioned after gardai seized 480,000 euro worth of cannabis. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/ancelotti-sets-new-blues-target-14731627.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/ancelotti-sets-new-blues-target-14731627.html?r=RSS Chelsea coach Carlo Ancelotti has told his squad to focus on becoming only the seventh club in the history of the English game to achieve the league and FA Cup double. Soccer Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:52:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/un-chief-shown-israeli-settlement-14731628.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/un-chief-shown-israeli-settlement-14731628.html?r=RSS UN chief Ban Ki-Moon has been taken to a West Bank observation point by the Palestinian prime minister for a closer look at a large Israeli settlement and Israel's separation barrier. World Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:52:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/thai-protesters-stage-mass-rally-14731622.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/thai-protesters-stage-mass-rally-14731622.html?r=RSS Tens of thousands of protesters riding motorcycles and crammed into trucks and cars have rolled through the streets of the Thai capital to rally residents to their "class war" against the government. World Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/villa-to-hold-talks-with-milner-14731609.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/villa-to-hold-talks-with-milner-14731609.html?r=RSS Aston Villa are to hold talks with midfielder James Milner in the summer regarding a new contract. Soccer Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:12:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/travel-chaos-as-ba-staff-walk-out-14731610.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/travel-chaos-as-ba-staff-walk-out-14731610.html?r=RSS British Airways cabin crew are staging their first strike in 13 years, causing disruption for thousands of passengers, with further action planned in the coming weeks. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:12:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/sandstorm-turns-beijing-sky-orange-14731555.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/sandstorm-turns-beijing-sky-orange-14731555.html?r=RSS China's capital has woken up to orange-tinted skies as the strongest sandstorm so far this year hit the country's north, delaying some flights at Beijing's airport and prompting a dust warning for Seoul. World Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/david-cameron-to-make-pledge-tax-on-banks-14731549.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/david-cameron-to-make-pledge-tax-on-banks-14731549.html?r=RSS David Cameron will commit the Tories to a new tax on banks as both main parties battle to convince voters they would claw back billions of pounds from the sector. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 08:52:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/obama-appeals-to-iranians-in-video-14731550.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/obama-appeals-to-iranians-in-video-14731550.html?r=RSS In a fresh appeal directly to the Iranian people, US President Barack Obama has said in an online video that the US wants more educational and cultural exchanges for their students and better access to the internet to give them a more hopeful future. World Sat, 20 Mar 2010 08:52:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/ferguson-hails-super-nani-14731488.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/ferguson-hails-super-nani-14731488.html?r=RSS Sir Alex Ferguson has hailed Nani's dramatic improvement in Manchester United's rise to the Premier League summit. Soccer Sat, 20 Mar 2010 08:42:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/mancini-assures-ireland-of-future-14731487.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/mancini-assures-ireland-of-future-14731487.html?r=RSS Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has told Stephen Ireland he is "an important player" for the club. Soccer Sat, 20 Mar 2010 08:32:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/wenger-puts-emotion-aside-14731480.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/sport/soccer/wenger-puts-emotion-aside-14731480.html?r=RSS Arsene Wenger has every sympathy with the plight of Gianfranco Zola, but will not be looking to do the under-pressure West Ham manager any favours when Arsenal aim to go top of the Barclays Premier League at Emirates Stadium. Soccer Sat, 20 Mar 2010 08:12:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/offbeat/library-book-returned-45-years-late-14731472.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/offbeat/library-book-returned-45-years-late-14731472.html?r=RSS A book has been returned to a library 45 years overdue, staff said. Offbeat Sat, 20 Mar 2010 07:52:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/offbeat/mosquito-vaccinates-as-it-bites-14731473.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/offbeat/mosquito-vaccinates-as-it-bites-14731473.html?r=RSS A genetically engineered mosquito that vaccinates as it bites has been developed by scientists. Offbeat Sat, 20 Mar 2010 07:52:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/arterton-not-hot-enough-for-bond-14731468.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/arterton-not-hot-enough-for-bond-14731468.html?r=RSS Gemma Arterton doesn't think she was hot enough to be a Bond girl. Entertainment Sat, 20 Mar 2010 07:22:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/craig-david-unaware-of-motown-label-14731469.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/craig-david-unaware-of-motown-label-14731469.html?r=RSS Craig David has admitted he didn't know that Motown was a record label, saying he believed his latest album was based on the Motown "genre". Entertainment Sat, 20 Mar 2010 07:22:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/health-reform-fight-tilts-obama-way-14731463.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/health-reform-fight-tilts-obama-way-14731463.html?r=RSS The long, turbulent struggle over health care legislation has tilted in President Barack Obama's favour as undecided Democratic politicians begin choosing sides. World Sat, 20 Mar 2010 07:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/twilight-fans-await-dvd-release-14731461.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/twilight-fans-await-dvd-release-14731461.html?r=RSS Retailers will open their doors at midnight on Sunday as Twilight fans prepare for the worldwide DVD release of the latest in the vampire saga. Entertainment Sat, 20 Mar 2010 06:22:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/john-hurt-to-.htmlive-film-award-14731462.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/entertainment/john-hurt-to-.htmlive-film-award-14731462.html?r=RSS Veteran actor John Hurt will be presented with a lifetime achievement award at an international film festival on Saturday. Entertainment Sat, 20 Mar 2010 06:22:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/online-plan-for-public-services-14731459.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/online-plan-for-public-services-14731459.html?r=RSS Everyone in the country is to be given a personalised webpage for accessing Government services within a year as part of a plan to save billions of pounds by putting all public services online, Gordon Brown is to announce. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 06:02:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/thai-protesters-begin-weekend-march-14731451.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/thai-protesters-begin-weekend-march-14731451.html?r=RSS Protesters in more than 1,000 vehicles have set off for a day-long procession through the streets of the Thai capital, hoping to enlist residents in their "class war" against the government. World Sat, 20 Mar 2010 05:32:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/man-bailed-in-river-body-probe-14731450.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/man-bailed-in-river-body-probe-14731450.html?r=RSS A man arrested after a young man's body was pulled from the River Thames has been bailed. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 05:22:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/cocacola-tops-pound1bn-uk-sales-14731448.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/cocacola-tops-pound1bn-uk-sales-14731448.html?r=RSS Coca-Cola has become the first brand to top £1 billion in annual UK grocery sales, a survey has revealed. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 05:12:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/overseas-cost-alert-for-smartphones-14731449.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/uk-ireland/overseas-cost-alert-for-smartphones-14731449.html?r=RSS Smartphone users have been warned they could face huge bills if they connect to the internet abroad. UK & Ireland Sat, 20 Mar 2010 05:12:00 +0000 http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/degeneres-gift-to-prom-row-girl-14731434.html http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/degeneres-gift-to-prom-row-girl-14731434.html?r=RSS A lesbian student embroiled in a legal row over her high school's prom policy has received a £20,000 scholarship on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. World Sat, 20 Mar 2010 04:52:00 +0000