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County Down stately home badly damaged in fire new
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.
Veteran fell runner dies in race
A fell runner who collapsed and died during a race in the Mournes was a stalwart of mountain competitions, a rescue team official has said.
14 years in jail for drugs smuggler
A lorry driver from Northern Ireland has been jailed for 14 years in Greece after being convicted for smuggling herbal cannabis worth £1 million, police have said.
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.
Balmoral visitors spared second day of jams as revamp eases congestion
Radical changes to traffic and parking arrangements meant thousands of visitors to the Balmoral Show experienced an almost pain-free journey to the new site after the first day of congestion.
Finally revealed: how much First Ministers spent selling Northern Ireland to the world
Foreign trips by First Minister Peter Robinson and Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness over the last year have cost the public purse more than £350,000, raising questions over whether they were good value for money.
Major jobs boost for teachers as £12m scheme recruits 230
The Education Minister has announced the recruitment of 230 newly qualified teachers.
‘Derry does not deserve Culture title if old station left to rot’
Londonderry should hand back its City of Culture accolade if it fails to restore the city’s historic train station to its former glory, a pressure group says.
Edwin Poots to meet Slievemore families
The health minister has bowed to sustained pressure to meet relatives of dementia patients campaigning to retain the Slievemore Nursing unit in Londonderry.
PSNI talks on parades trouble to cost £26k
Crunch talks involving the PSNI to prevent trouble over the marching season will cost around £26,000, it has been revealed.
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.
Patient dies as ambulance crashes in west Belfast on way to hospital
A man in his 50s who was a patient in an ambulance that crashed in west Belfast has died.
Madeleine McCann: New suspects identified by UK police
North West 200: Live pictures plus race schedule
In Pictures: Balmoral Show
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County Down stately home badly damaged in fire new
One of Northern Ireland's grandest stately homes has been badly damaged in a fire.
'Casual' police website wins fans new
A Facebook page which uses jokey language and describes criminals as "numpties" and "Billy Burglar" has gained a popular following from the public.
Pope discusses crisis with Merkel new
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.
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Wilkinson leads Toulon to European glory new
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 new
Jonathan Sexton has been taken by surprise to hear that long-time rival Ronan O'Gara will be his coach at Racing Metro.
McDowell earns Colsaerts revenge new
Graeme McDowell finally got the better of Nicolas Colsaerts in the Volvo World Match Play Championship, despite a remarkable escape from an unsavoury hazard by the defending champion.
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Kristen Stewart is apparently dreaming about the "normal family life" she wants with Robert Pattinson.
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Monica Bellucci thinks her star sign is one of the reasons she battles feelings of insecurity.
Benedict Cumberbatch never expected success
Benedict Cumberbatch still quite can't believe the success he's having in Hollywood.
