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Baines: We will recover new
Everton defender Leighton Baines insists the upheaval of losing manager David Moyes to Manchester United after 11 years in charge will not derail the club.
New pay cut rules passed into law new
New laws allowing the Government to cut public sector workers' pay without their agreement have been published.
Neet numbers 'lowest for decade' new
The number of 16 to 18-year-olds not in school, work or training is at its lowest level for a decade, official figures show.
Google goes to Galapagos Islands new
Few have explored the remote volcanic islands of the Galapagos archipelago, an otherworldly landscape inhabited by the world's largest tortoises and other fantastical creatures that inspired Charles Darwin's theory of evolution.
G8 summit police costs 'about £50m' new
Policing and security costs for the G8 conference in Co Fermanagh next month are running at an estimated £50 million, it has been revealed.
Plan urging shared education scheme new
A new strategy to heal sectarian divisions in Northern Ireland has stressed the crucial need to create a fully shared education system in the region.
Ireland face tough chase new
Ireland will chase a victory target of 276 as they bid to beat a full-member nation for the first time in Dublin in the opening RSA Insurance one-day international against Pakistan.
Mayor looks back over year in role new
The crisis created by the Union flags dispute gave Belfast's outgoing Lord Mayor a chance to do more than simply pose for the cameras, Gavin Robinson has revealed.
Data glitch blamed for beach woes new
Environment Minister Phil Hogan has blamed a statistical glitch for some beaches losing their coveted blue flag status.
'Indoor beach' among oddest claims new
A holiday home insurer has revealed some of its strangest ever claims, including a swan crashing through the roof and guests creating an "indoor beach".
Chicken feet on menu at China talks new
Chicken feet will be on the business menu at meetings between Northern Ireland and Chinese government ministers next week as Stormont leaders strive to secure an unusual trade link.
Mother guilty of benefit fraud new
A mother-of-eight has been found guilty of fraudulently receiving more than £350,000 in benefits and tax credits by claiming some of her children had disabilities and conditions.
Markets fall as Japan stocks slide new
Financial markets around the world have fallen after Japanese stocks suffered their biggest slide since the country was hit by a devastating tsunami more than two years ago.
Brit stars vying for US TV awards new
Damian Lewis and Benedict Cumberbatch are among the British stars flying the flag at the 2013 American Critics' Choice Television Awards.
War Horse puppet on Wembley turf new
Joey the giant puppet from West End hit show War Horse is to tread the turf at Wembley by putting in an appearance before the Uefa Champions League Final this weekend.
Wilshere calls for improved start new
Jack Wilshere has warned Arsenal cannot afford another slow start next season if they are to mount a sustained challenge for the Barclays Premier League title.
Gas supply ruled out over blast new
The domestic gas supply has been ruled out as the cause for a deadly blast which demolished a house.
Revenue office shuts due to protest new
Revenue officials were forced to close its busiest public office when protesters picketed against the controversial household charge.
Tweddle backs athlete career drive new
A programme which offers athletes the chance to prepare for a new career when they retire from professional sport has been launched by Olympic gymnast Beth Tweddle.
Brangelina agree sex scene ban
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have vowed not to appear in sex scenes with other people in their films, according to reports.
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Hangover star takes 87-year-old to premiere
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Woolwich terror attack: Police arrest man and woman over murder of soldier Lee Rigby new
Police investigating the murder of soldier Lee Rigby in Woolwich have arrested a man and a woman, both aged 29, on suspicion of conspiracy to murder.
New pay cut rules passed into law new
New laws allowing the Government to cut public sector workers' pay without their agreement have been published.
Neet numbers 'lowest for decade' new
The number of 16 to 18-year-olds not in school, work or training is at its lowest level for a decade, official figures show.
Latest Sport
George Best was in a different league new
George Best was the finest footballer of them all, according to England World Cup winner Ian Callaghan.
Who wins the duels across the pitch will decide final destination of pro12 crown new
They know each other inside-out as a result of having squared up so often in the past. As well as having gone head to head on such a regular basis, most of the protagonists are Irish training camp regulars. In addition, many of them have been Test match colleagues.
Pardew backed to take Toon forward new
Newcastle boss Alan Pardew has been handed the task of dragging the club back into the top half of the Barclays Premier League after holding talks with owner Mike Ashley.
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Brangelina agree sex scene ban new
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have vowed not to appear in sex scenes with other people in their films, according to reports.
Frankie admits worries over stag do new
The Saturday's star Frankie Sandford confessed she was put off watching the Hangover films in case they give footballer fiance Wayne Bridge any ideas about his upcoming stag do.
Bieber makes guests sign waiver? new
Justin Bieber reportedly asks guests who visit his home to sign a secrecy agreement - which could land them a five million dollar fine if they break it.
