Church of Ireland primate warns of 'menacing' future 

Church of Ireland Primate Archbishop Richard Clarke has underlined the challenges facing the Church in general and also the people of Londonderry.

Why looming antibiotic crisis must be tackled now, by three Northern Ireland experts 

One of the most important advances in medicine came in 1928, when Alexander Fleming discovered the antibiotic properties of the fungus penicillium and developed penicillin, the first antibiotic.

Claims of skull used as an ashtray and a sweepstake for killings are ‘garbage’ 

Claims that part of a person's skull was used as an ashtray by soldiers is a fantasy, a witness told the Ballymurphy inquest.

Union hits out at growing threats against reporters 

The Irish Secretary of the National Union of Journalists (NUJ) yesterday described Northern Ireland as "an inhospitable place for journalists".

Police and firefighters attacked by youths in Londonderry 

Police and firefighters were attacked with bricks and bottles during a weekend of anti-social behaviour in Londonderry.

Vote for the parties who are willing to work for all, SDLP urges 

Voters in Northern Ireland should send a message to politicians who have failed to restore power-sharing at Stormont, the SDLP leader has said.

DUP and SF have to pay price for failing electorate, says Eastwood 

Voters in Northern Ireland should send a message to politicians who have failed to restore power-sharing at Stormont, the SDLP leader has said.

Booker prize-winning novel Milkman should be an essential read for politicians before talks begin 

Every so often, how­ever, an event would occur so beyond the pale that everyone - 'this side of the road', 'that side of the road', 'over the water' and 'over the border' - couldn't help but be stopped in their tracks."

Simon Coveney: ‘We were utterly powerless to comfort a mother who told us she had lost her baby' 

There is never a perfect time to do the right thing in Northern Ireland. If you open a calendar on any given week you will find a reason for politicians to hold off engaging with each other.

Ban Saoradh from parade in Glasgow, urges Swann 

Ulster Unionist leader Robin Swann has called for dissident republican group Saoradh to be banned from an Easter Rising commemoration in Glasgow.

Dogs charity seeks foster carers to look after animals as they await a permanent home 

Could you be a foster carer for a dog?

NI graduates have tougher time rising to top of firms 

There is a two-tier recruitment system in the UK's top multinational firms, with the best jobs dominated by privileged white graduates over ethnic minority graduates, a study has suggested.

Leona O'Neill: A haunting scream I will never forget after shots rang out 

I have been covering the news in Northern Ireland off and on now for over 20 years.

Jim McDowell: Why the only knockout blow Michael Conlan scored was to his reputation 

Michael Conlan made boxing history at Madison Square Garden on Sunday. But for all the wrong reasons.

What MPs voted for yesterday, and where to next in the story of Brexit 

Q. What happened in Westminster yesterday?

Brexit crisis: ‘Beef farmers are on their knees already’ 

Edmund Graham, a beef farmer on the southern side of the border, is already counting the economic impact of Brexit.

Families 'devastated' as stunt pilot is cleared over 11 deaths 

Families have expressed their "disappointment" and "devastation" after a pilot was cleared over the deaths of 11 men in the Shoreham air crash.

John Simpson: Members must push management for an ethical and social investment policy 

The public sector is usefully served by the actions of NILGOSC, the public sector pension fund managers for more than half of the employees of the public sector.

Drastic cuts to RHI payments will be ruin of many businesses 

The further proposed cuts to the RHI tariffs being set before Parliament this week will be ruinous for many of the businesses in Northern Ireland who joined the scheme in good faith.

Bloody Sunday soldier who shot our father will answer to God 

The son and daughter of Bloody Sunday victim Gerard McKinney have said the soldier who killed their father will have to "answer to God" and they are not pushing for his prosecution.

Bloody Sunday timeline 

January 30, 1972: Soldiers of the Parachute Regiment open fire on demonstrators at a civil rights march in Derry. Some 13 men died that day. A 14th man was wounded, and subsequently died of his wounds.

You just don’t expect it at three in the afternoon: Woman tells of terrifying daylight mugging in Derry 

A 54-year-old mother has told of her shock after she was mugged in broad daylight by two youths who stole her handbag.

We need action not words, says victim as Pope hosts talks on child protection 

A leading campaigner on historical clerical abuse within the Catholic Church has said words of apology mean little to those left with a life of trauma.

Pipe bombers branded ‘reckless’ after attack forces families to flee Craigavon home 

Children were forced to flee their homes on Saturday night after a pipe bomb exploded in Craigavon just yards from where they were sleeping.

Exclusive Outcry as Civil Service spends £30m employing temporary staff after axing 3,000 posts 

Nearly £30m was spent in two years by drafting in temporary staff to plug gaps in the civil service.

Lawyer warns sex offences case against ex-GAA man will take some time to prepare 

The police investigation into former GAA treasurer Thomas McKenna is so large it will take "some time," a lawyer revealed yesterday.

Bereaved hail work of Beyond Words group that's helped them cope with crippling grief 

A woman who lost her sister and brother within five months of each other has told how a bereavement group helped her come to terms with her grief.

House of Fraser deal to stay in Belfast lifts retail gloom 

News that House of Fraser Belfast has agreed a new long-term lease with Victoria Square, safeguarding 500 jobs and committing to a £10m revamp, has created a "buoyant mood" in Belfast, a retail expert said.

Electricity Interconnector to test new powers for civil servants at Stormont 

The Department for Infrastructure says it will consider whether new powers granted to civil servants can be used to progress plans for a £200m cross-border electricity line.

Club DJ who put Kelly's on map passes away after cancer battle 

The sisters of a well-known DJ have paid tribute to their "hero" brother, who died after battling cancer.

Presbyterian Church picks youngest Moderator in living memory 

The Presbyterian Church has elected the Reverend William Henry to be its next leader.

Arlene Foster: Time for EU to make good on the promise of using its 'best endeavours' to do sensible deal 

The fact that Parliament has now spelt out clearly what it wants to secure from negotiations on the withdrawal agreement seems to have bizarrely reinforced the idea from some that no alternative to the unacceptable backstop is possible.

Video: Moment car hit after driver breaks red light - Call for CCTV at busy Northern Ireland junction 

A man whose car was written off after being struck by a motorist who drove through a red light at a busy junction in Londonderry city centre has called for cameras at the site.

Regulator facing legal challenge for allowing scandal-hit Northern Ireland care home to reopen 

Northern Ireland's health watchdog is at the centre of High Court action over its decision to register a facility owned by a disgraced care home firm.

Northern Ireland nurse arrested in 2011 patient murder probe pleads for end to 'nightmare' 

A retired nurse who was questioned over the death of a profoundly disabled patient has launched a campaign to clear her name.

Father of murder accused and a woman also face charges in case 

The father of a man accused of murdering a Romanian fisherman was yesterday charged along with a woman with offences related to the killing.

Bittersweet time for Enniskillen family as mum Helen realises her dying wish to live to see niece marry 

The heartbroken husband of a breast cancer victim has revealed that his late wife had one of the best days of her life shortly before she died.

Irish government outlines no-deal plans 

The Irish government has agreed to group all Brexit legislation into one omnibus Bill as it outlined its contingency plans for a no-deal Brexit.

Review knife laws after stabbing of women in Coleraine: MLA 

An Assembly member has called for a review of the law on the control of knives after two young women were stabbed in Coleraine.

Sean Byrne's devastated family pay tribute to keen photographer and 'fun-loving granda' 

The grieving family of a Camlough man who died in the Mournes at the weekend have spoken of their devastation over the loss of a loving husband, father and grandfather who had "an extraordinary way with people".

Ireland star Zebo claims racial abuse during Ulster game 

Irish rugby international Simon Zebo claims he was subjected to racist comments during Saturday's Champions Cup match between Ulster and his Racing 92 club at the Kingspan Stadium in Belfast.

Shares hit freefall as airlines swoop to buy out Flybe 

Virgin Atlantic and Stobart Group have swooped on regional airline Flybe in a £2.2m deal which will see the creation of a new airline group.

The role of a GP can be daunting, but rewarding 

While there are shortages right across medicine including within the hospital doctor group, there is a particular issue with general practice, where GP numbers continue to fall and training places can be hard to fill.

Engineering firm closes with 57 jobs lost 

Nearly 60 staff at a Co Antrim engineering company have lost their jobs after it stopped trading.

TV licence customers warned of scam attempts linked to emails 

TV Licensing has issued a scam warning to Northern Ireland residents after receiving around 2,500 reports of fraudulent emails.

New Year Honours: Divers who took part in Thai cave rescue honoured for their bravery 

British divers who helped save a youth football team trapped inside a flooded cave in Thailand have been decorated alongside stars of entertainment, sport and the arts in the 2019 New Year Honours list.

Northern Ireland family left devastated by tragic loss of second son on Boxing Day 

Heartbreak struck a Lurgan family this Christmas when their son died suddenly on Boxing Day.

Ex-NI minister loans uniforms of war hero uncle to HMS Caroline 

A former Northern Ireland minister has revealed his family links to HMS Caroline.

Black Santa Appeal: Even in difficult times, Belfast's people are amazingly generous 

One thing I have discovered since taking up my position as the new Dean of St Anne's is what an important place Black Santa has for the people of Belfast preparing for Christmas.

Funeral of Jim Donegan to be held this week 

The funeral of Jim 'JD' Donegan, the man murdered outside a west Belfast school last week, will take place on Thursday.