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Anti-Brexit campaigners outside the House of Commons (Victoria Jones/PA)

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Prime Minister Theresa May with Taoiseach Leo Varadkar outside Downing Street

Read: Theresa May to visit Dublin for crucial Brexit talks with Taoiseach Leo Varadkar

Theresa May addresses the House of Commons (PA)

Watch: 'The whole thing's been a disaster from start to finish' - Belfast on Brexit

A United Ireland will move dramatically closer if the 'backstop' is removed from the Brexit deal, British Prime Minister Theresa May has said (Kirst O'Connor/PA)

Read: Theresa May: Hard border to force united Ireland

Retired general Sir Nick Parker said he was uncomfortable with the ‘unacceptable and vindictive’ risk of trials over events which happened many years ago (House of Commons/PA)

Northern Ireland

Prosecuting Troubles soldiers 'unfair,' says ex-Army chief

Former British Army commander Sir Nick Parker was giving evidence in the Commons.

Leading loyalist David ‘Dee’ Stitt on Tuesday was fined £300 after he admitted having a taser.

Northern Ireland

Stitt fined £300 for Taser in car boot

Leading loyalist fined £300 on Tuesday after he admitted having a Taser.

The Duchess of Abercorn welcoming guests at the Pushkin Trust 25th Anniversary Dinner

Northern Ireland

Duchess of Abercorn passes away following illness

The Duchess of Abercorn has passed away at the age of 72 following a short illness.

Northern Ireland

Parents touched by organ donation decisions urge families to discuss the issue

Families impacted by organ donation have urged people to discuss their wishes with relatives as new funds to promote the life-saving decision were announced.

Breaking One killed and three hurt in Strasbourg shooting - Northern Ireland MEP heard gunfire in town centre

Sinn Fein MEP Martina Anderson has said she was in the centre of Strasbourg when gun shots went off.

One of the injured is carried down Chamberlain Street in Derry during Bloody Sunday

Northern Ireland

Bloody Sunday was 'job well done' says former paratrooper

Former paratrooper investigated by the PSNI for his part in Bloody Sunday.

Fine art: Terry at his studio in Bangor with some of his work

Northern Ireland

Five Terry Bradley paintings stolen in Belfast art heist

Five Terry Bradley art paintings were among items stolen in a burglary.

Beryl Quigley, whose husband Bill McConnell was killed by the IRA

Northern Ireland

Wife of murdered Maze governor reveals forgiveness

Her hus band was murdered by the IRA.

Podcasts

Ulster Rugby Round Up podcast S2E17

The team look at a key phase for Ulster in the lead-up to the festive inter-pros.

PSNI Detective Chief Inspector Pete Montgomery made an renewed appeal for the public's help in his investigation in the murder. Pic Pacemaker

'Chilling' CCTV footage shows Jim Donegan killer 'casually' cross road with kids moments before brutal murder

Gunman had killed before, say police and dissident republican element main line of enquiry

The Beechway area of Cookstown / Credit: Google Maps

Northern Ireland

Elderly man escapes unharmed after arson

An elderly man has escaped injury after an arson attack.

Northern Ireland

Arlene Foster: Up to RHI inquiry to decide if I was in a position

Arlene Foster's lawyer has said it will be for the RHI Inquiry to decide.

Northern Ireland

Cigarettes stolen from Co Down service station

A quantity of cigarettes were stolen during a burglary in Co Down on Tuesday morning.

David Morrow leaves Downpatrick Court yesterday after his sentencing

Northern Ireland

Disgraced Boys' Brigade captain avoids prison

A disgraced former Boys' Brigade captain admitted swindling more than £34,000.

Brexit Analysis

Suzanne Breen: The writing's on the wall... May's refusal to read it is what's damning

Theresa May's tenacity and battling qualities have won her admiration even among political foes. But yesterday was far from the Prime Minister's finest hour.

Prime Minister Theresa May is heading to Europe (Yui Mok/PA)

Opinion: Jon Tonge: Why it would be wrong for DUP to view May's humiliation as victory

Opinion: Chris Moncrieff: PM might still pull off a deal...but don't gamble your life savings on it

Opinion: Editor's Viewpoint: More disarray over Brexit after frenzied day at Westminster

Sammy Wilson: I will have no difficulty ignoring siren voices backing this rotten Brexit agreement

Suzanne Breen: Most Brexiteers stay the course... despite gloomy predictions

'The deal is not a threat to integrity of the Union'

Nigel Dodds: Prime Minister must bin the backstop and work for a better deal

Suzanne Breen: Unionists united in opposition as Remainers rally around backstop

Nelson McCausland: All across Europe, the old order is changing and the only certainty is uncertainty

Ambassador and Cool FM DJ Rebecca McKinney and Lynda Hurley, Police Service Northern Ireland, pictured at the event in Belfast.

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Police at the scene of a security alert on the Upper Dunmurry Lane in west Belfast following reports of a device left in the area over the weekend on December 10, 2018 (Photo by Kevin Scott for Belfast Telegraph )

'Improvised weapon' found after west Belfast four-day bomb alert

Police have said an "improvised weapon" was found following a four-day security operation in west Belfast.

Live NI travel: Latest traffic update

Follow the latest updates from our travel feed below.

Gardai investigate claim famous sportsman raped woman

Gardai are investigating an allegation that a well-known sportsman raped a woman.

Jamie Dornan as Liam Ward with Ann Skelly as Elizabeth Winters in the drama

The 17th century Ulster plantation house that became unlikely star in new Jamie Dornan drama

Not just Jamie Dornan drawing the admiring looks in new Ulster-based drama.

The fire at the Bank Buildings in August 2018

Rates relief offer for Primark fire businesses

The Land & Property Services (LPS) are offering rates relief.

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Investigation as inmate dies in Northern Ireland prison

A prisoner has died in the Northern Ireland's Maghaberry prison.

Northern Ireland

Breaking Strasbourg shooting: One killed, six hurt, gunman...

Sinn Fein MEP Martina Anderson has said she was in the centre of Strasbourg when gun shots went off.

The threat against the Police Service of Northern Ireland from dissident republicans remains high (Paul Faith/PA)

Improvised weapon ‘designed to kill police...

An improvised weapon that was “designed to kill police officers” has been made safe following a...

'Improvised weapon' found after west Belfast four-...

Police have said an "improvised weapon" was found following a four-day security operation in west...

Investigation as inmate dies in Northern...

A prisoner has died in the Northern Ireland's Maghaberry prison.

Sport

Who will be celebrating come full-time in tonight's League Cup semi-finals?

Live League Cup semi-finals: Updates as Crusaders take on Ballymena and holders Dungannon face Linfield

The Bet McLean League Cup semi-finals are taking place this evening and we'll keep you up to date with both games right here.

David Healy blasts Linfield's festive fixture pile-up

Linfield boss David Healy has taken a swipe at Irish League football chiefs ahead of tonight's...

Ulster Rugby Round Up podcast S2E17: Praising the men...

The Ulster Rugby Round Up is well into its second season and ready to attack a key phase for Ulster in...

Northern Ireland learn fate in 2021 UEFA U21...

Northern Ireland U21s have been drawn to face Denmark and Romania in the 2021 UEFA European...

World Player of the Year Johnny Sexton signs new long-...

World Rugby Player of the Year Johnny Sexton has penned a new contract with the Irish Rugby...

5 novelty Christmas jumpers to get your hands on this festive season

Christmas jumpers have fast become the number one must-have piece in everybody’s winter wardrobe, and we know finding the perfect one can be a bit of a mission.

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Business

Increased concern for NI economy after Brexit deal delay

Northern Ireland business leaders have warned that the decision to postpone today's crucial vote on the EU withdrawal deal will cause more instability for the economy and firms here.

Fashion retailer Vila has 110 stores across Europe

Danish fashion brand launching its first NI outlet at...

Danish fashion brand Vila will open its first Northern Ireland store in Belfast's CastleCourt...

MJM Group CEO Gary Annett (left) with the Mayor of Pruszcz Gdanski, Mr Janusz Wróbel

Newry ship outfitters opens Poland base to...

Newry-based marine outfitters MJM Group has opened an office in Poland to safeguard its...

Aodhan Connolly has found himself in the spotlight in recent times as he articulates the position of businesses in the Brexit discussions

'I hope the genie is out the bottle now for Northern...

Christmas is traditionally a busy time of year for supermarkets. But for Aodhan Connolly,...

Good news for landlords as Northern Ireland...

Northern Ireland rents are rising faster than inflation with a 2.9% increase in 12 months to £639 per month.

UK

Google chief executive Sundar Pichai speaks to the committee (Judiciary Committee/PA)

Google boss Sundar Pichai fends off claims of political bias

Google chief executive Sundar Pichai has refuted claims that the company’s search results are politically biased, in response to intense questions from a US committee.