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The infected blood inquiry is due to begin (NHS Blood and Transplant/PA)

Contaminated blood inquiry ‘a day few thought would come’

The contaminated blood scandal left at least 2,400 people dead.

Police are investigating (Paul Faith/PA)

Northern Ireland

Man seriously injured in attack outside hotel

A man has been left with a serious head injury in an assault.

Three men have been charged following a police search in the Creggan area of Londonderry. (stock photo)

Northern Ireland

Two men charged with kidnap after drugs find in Londonderry

Two charged with conspiracy to kidnap and a third charged with firearms offences.

Three's A Shroud at the Waterfront Hall, Belfast.

Theatre and Arts

Three's A Shroud reminds us not to take life too seriously

Death, religion and politics - Three hot topics that are destined to spoil any soiree.

Dan O'Brien, Chief Economist at the Institute of International and European Affairs.

Economist calls for referendum in Northern Ireland on Brexit customs arrangements

A leading Irish economist has called for a referendum in Northern Ireland to let people decide what customs arrangements the province should operate under after Brexit.

Sunday Life

X Factor's Chloe melts Robbie Williams's heart

Northern Ireland teenager has touched the heart strings of emotional Williams.

Republic of Ireland

Referendum to give Irish presidential vote to NI people

Referendum could see people in NI given right to vote in the Irish presidential election.

Transfer Tests

Free Belfast Telegraph Transfer Test Answer Booklets

At Transfer Test time it helps if you and your child are well prepared.

This photo provided by Indian Navy shows the yacht Thuriya of Indian Abhilash Tomy in the Indian Ocean Monday, (Indian Navy via AP)

World

Aid on way to solo sailor with broken mast and injuries

A French ship is making an attempt to rescue an Indian sailor.

The mangled wreck of a motorcycle at the scene of the fatal crash on the Fathom Line in Newry.

Motorcyclist killed in Newry crash named as Martin Harvey (57)

A motorcyclist who died in a crash outside Newry has been named as 57-year-old Martin Harvey.

Elizabeth McConway with daughter Martine McCreight

Northern Ireland

Anguish of family after op to save mum's leg cancelled

Mother screamed when she learned that vital surgery had been cancelled.

James and Janice Bradley carry the coffin of their son Daniel at St Patrick’s Church in Maghera

Northern Ireland

Moving funeral for 'special, loving boy' Daniel Bradley

The eight-year-old was knocked down and killed last week.

Damage to door at scene of shooting in Ballymoney. Pic by Peter Morrison

Northern Ireland

Teenager shot in arms and legs by loyalist paramilitaries

Neighbours have expressed their shock at the brutal paramilitary-style attack.

US couple Jim and Peg O’Donnell (centre) with Joanne McAllister and Paul McCafferty

Northern Ireland

US couple's emotional reunion with NI Troubles children

For children it was undoubtedly the trip of a lifetime.

The Ultimate Weekend with Belfast International Arts Festival

To fully immerse yourself in this year’s festival happening 16th October – 3 November, we’ve put together an itinerary for the ultimate weekend in Belfast.

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Republican voters uneasy over direction of party, says SF veteran McGlinchey

A veteran republican and former Sinn Fein mayor has voiced serious concerns about the party's political direction.

A fallen tree hits a lorry on Osbourne Park near the Lisburn Road in Belfast during the heavy winds on Wednesday. Pic Colm Lenaghan /Pacemaker

NI traffic: Latest news

Follow the latest updates from our traffic and travel feed.

Police called after passengers turned away from flights at Belfast airport

The police were called after passengers were turned away from flights at Belfast City Airport on Sunday morning.

Gideon Kimosop wns the half marathon. Picture by Matt Bohill, Pacemaker Press.

Belfast City Half Marathon 2018 [Photos]

Thousands took part.

Gideon Kimosop, Vincent McAllister and Karl Duggan finish first second and and third. Picture: Matt Bohill, Pacemaker Press.

Watch: Belfast City Half Marathon 2018

Over 4000 people have taken part in the Belfast City Half Marathon.

McDonald’s Business Manager opens the doors to the new look Enniskillen restaurant

The McDonald’s restaurant in Enniskillen has received a major digital makeover, creating 10 jobs for the local area.

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Alleged Belfast troll accused of naming rugby rape trial woman due in court

THIS is the man accused of revealing the name of the woman who alleged she had been raped by two Ulster rugby stars.

Police are investigating how a prison officer uncovered an alleged class A drug in a consultation room in the cell area of a Belfast courthouse (stock photo)

Northern Ireland

Police probe courthouse drugs claim

Prison officer uncovered an alleged class A drug in a consultation room.

Brexit

Stormont Finance Department 'not ready for Brexit'

"Under-prepared" for Brexit due to delays in recruitment, MLA has claimed.

Northern Ireland

Two men charged with kidnap after drugs find in...

Two men have been charged with conspiracy to kidnap and a third charged with firearms and...

Motorcyclist killed in Newry crash named as Martin...

A motorcyclist who died in a crash outside Newry has been named as 57-year-old Martin...

Economist calls for referendum in Northern...

A leading Irish economist has called for a referendum in Northern Ireland to let people decide...

Alleged Belfast troll accused of naming rugby rape...

THIS is the man accused of revealing the name of the woman who alleged she had been...

Sport

Tiger Woods is the 2018 TOUR Championship winner.

Watch: 'Crazy scenes' as emotional Tiger Woods wins TOUR Championship while Rory McIlroy's challenge collapses

Tiger Woods has claimed his first PGA Tour win in over five years (1,876 days) at the season-ending TOUR Championship.

Stunning finish: Glenavon winger Josh Daniels celebrates his late winner against Crusaders

Glenavon are driven on to title challenge by underdog...

Glenavon fans were walking on air on Saturday evening as they left Mourneview Park.

Glentoran Women celebrate their seventh Challenge Cup success.

Glentoran win Challenge Cup as Mulholland nets...

Glentoran are aiming to stop Linfield winning the treble when the two go head to head in...

Emphatic win: Daniel Candeias is congratulated by Kyle Lafferty after scoring Rangers’ fifth at Ibrox yesterday

Watch: Kyle Lafferty scores with fine finish as...

Rangers gave another demonstration of their growing confidence as they swept St...

How the Ulster players rated against the Cheetahs in...

Ulster's spoilt their 100% record in Bloemfontein on Friday evening, leaving it late to...

Bangers about sausages?

Know your Frankfurter from your Ulster Fry banger? Can you do wonders with the humble sausage? Here’s why you need Hafner’s to transform your mealtimes...

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Business

House of Fraser owner urged to clarify future of Belfast branch

The new House of Fraser owner is facing renewed calls to clarify the future of its Belfast store following confirmation that three branches in England are set to close.