Jude Collins 'beneath contempt' after claiming Omagh bombing victims were not...
Unionists have slammed comments made by nationalist commentator Jude Collins which suggested the 29 people who died in the Omagh bombing "were not murdered".
Man who lost wife in Omagh bomb 'frothing at mouth' over O'Loan anniversary comments
A man whose wife was killed in the Omagh bombing expressed anger at the comments from former Police Ombudsman Nuala O'Loan that the tragedy could have been prevented.
Alban Maginness: Peter Robinson deserves all our thanks for doing his bit to smash unionist...
By his recent public statements, Peter Robinson has broken the mould of unionist political debate. Whereas before his ground-breaking and timely comments at both Queen's University - where he has been appointed as an honorary professor - and at the MacGill...
Omagh bombing: Building better future key to moving away from dark past, say Northern...
The anniversary of the Omagh bombing should serve as a stark reminder of the need to build a future free from violence, DUP leader Arlene Foster has said.
One-man DUP play cuts it at Edinburgh Fringe, now writer eyes party's conference
A new one-man play about the DUP and the controversies surrounding the party over issues such as gay rights and abortion has opened to mixed reviews at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Paisley could quit and be returned as MP before crucial Brexit votes held
Ian Paisley may consider resigning as North Antrim MP next month, unionist sources have said.
Green light for £70m office developments in Belfast
Two major new Belfast office developments worth a combined £70million have been given the green light by Belfast City Council's Planning Committee.
£9m Northern Ireland activity centre step closer to council approval
A proposal to remodel a Portrush activity centre to include a surf facility, indoor recreation, restaurant and possibly accommodation has taken a major step forward.
DUP councillor 'crossed the line' over tweet: Alliance member
An Alliance member has said she can take the "cut and thrust" of politics but hit out at a DUP councillor for "crossing the line" after he made remarks about her on social media.
Sinn Fein man used bolt cutters to take down rival's poster
A key supporter of Sinn Fein TD Dessie Ellis has been photographed using a bolt-cutter to remove a poster advertising a Fine Gael-organised event in relation to new bus routes.
Chris Moncrieff: It's called free speech... why Boris is right not to apologise for burka joke
What sort of madness is this, when references to a letterbox and bank robbers is threatening to tear the Conservative Party apart, limb from limb?
Professor William Neill: Northern Ireland needs revived unionism, one that reflects the...
Adhering staunchly to an identity bound up in the past has long outlived its best-before date, argues Professor William Neill.
Feile's main backers could rethink funding after row over controversial gig
Public funding for Feile an Phobail could be reviewed after footage emerged of pro-IRA chants at one of this year's final events.
Omagh bomb victim's dad hits out at broadcaster Hartley-Brewer's 'insensitive' tweet
The father of an Omagh bomb victim yesterday slammed an "insensitive" tweet made by a broadcaster, who used the anniversary of the atrocity to joke about Jeremy Corbyn's links to Irish republicanism.
70 attend meeting to back Paisley and organiser says DUP 'will support' MP
A DUP councillor has said he is certain his party will back suspended MP Ian Paisley if he is forced to fight a by-election.
Pro-IRA chanting at west Belfast festival is not good for image of the city: Unionists
Unionist politicians who attended a Feile an Phobail debate have expressed outrage at the display and chanting of IRA slogans at the closing night of this year's publicly-funded festival.
Ian Paisley supporters meet in Ballymena to back suspended MP
Ian Paisley has apologised to his supporters at a meeting in Ballymena.
Indefensible: Omagh bomb Corbyn joke tweet sparks backlash
A tweet by a UK broadcaster and commentator joking about the Omagh bomb and Jeremy Corbyn's links to the republican movement has been slammed as "indefensible" by the SDLP.
Sinn Fein to review internal structures after 37 departures
Sinn Fein is set to review its internal party structures after the departure of over 30 councillors.
Irish President to address Civil Rights Festival in Derry
Irish President Michael D Higgins will make the keynote address at a Civil Rights Festival commemorating the 50th anniversary of a historic civil rights march in Londonderry.
Anger following IRA chanting and flags at publicly funded west Belfast festival
There have been demands for answers after IRA flags were flown in the audience and pro-IRA chanting was heard at a publicly-funded community festival in west Belfast.
McAleese in row over invite to women's event on day pontiff arrives
Two of the most prominent female Irish Catholics have clashed over a disputed invitation to a symposium on women's empowerment due to take place on the day Pope Francis arrives in the Republic.
UUP councillor in claim Belfast city centre dissident parade breached the rules
Ulster unionist members of Belfast City Council are seeking a meeting with the Parades Commission and PSNI to voice their concerns surrounding a controversial anti-internment parade on Saturday.
Ballymurphy troops must face due process of the law, MLA tells commemoration
Soldiers must face the due process of the law for crimes committed during the conflict, Sinn Fein MLA Linda Dillon told yesterday's annual Ballymurphy massacre commemoration.
Inside the INLA - Crime machine bent on a reign of terror
The victim of an INLA 'punishment' shooting met his attackers voluntarily after being told he would be murdered if he refused.
£236m - how much overtime has cost the PSNI in the last five years
The PSNI had the second highest overtime bill among UK police forces over the last five years, shock new figures have revealed.
MLA loses ring on beach only for it to be found and returned 18 months later
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Plea for authorities to allow Belfast cross-community run to take place
Calls have been made for the authorities to allow a cross-community 5k run aimed at developing and fostering relations in one of the cities most divided areas, to take place.
Omagh bomb victim’s father urges political agreement at 20th anniversary service
The father of one of the Omagh bombing victims has marked the 20th anniversary of the explosion by urging Northern Ireland’s political leaders to reach agreement so “we can move forward”.
Carrickfergus councillor James Brown who served for four decades laid to rest
A long-serving Northern Ireland councillor has been laid to rest.
Festival organisers 'damaging' relations by naming event after Mairead Farrell
Festival organisers who held a sporting event named after one of the Gibraltar Three have been accused of "damaging" community relations.
Omagh bomb took my sight at 15, but I’m a mum with a family now... I can’t let...
A woman who was blinded as a teenager in the Omagh bombing has said she holds no bitterness towards those who carried out the atrocity and has had to move on for the sake of her children.
Irish unity would bring thousands of job cuts: DUP's Hamilton
Former Finance Minister Simon Hamilton has said those currently attempting to make an economic case for a united Ireland are gambling their future on "supposition and wishful thinking".
Omagh bombing: Families enduring anguish and how quest for justice still goes on
This Wednesday, August 15, 20 years after the terrible Omagh bomb, I'll be at St George's School in Weybridge in Surrey for a service at the grave of James Barker.
Stop and search zones planned for Northern Ireland border after Brexit
"Stop and Search zones" are being planned for any area within one mile of Northern Ireland's border after Brexit.
Call for intervention in Limavady to ease tensions after sectarian incidents
Sinn Fein have called for political and civic leaders to intervene in Limavady in an attempt to ease tensions in the area.
Watch: William Frazer thanks everyone for support after father's IRA murder mocked on...
Victims' campaigner William Frazer has thanked everyone who reached out to him after a sign was placed on a republican bonfire mocking the murder of his father by the IRA.
Cost of a united Ireland doesn't add up says DUP's Simon Hamilton after report claims...
Former Finance Minister Simon Hamilton has warned that those making an economic case for a united Ireland are gambling on "wishful thinking".
Community events harmed by association with terrorists says Lord Mayor
Community events in aid of good causes are being harmed by their association with convicted terrorists, the Lord Mayor of Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon has warned.
Don't mention the peace: Claim UK officials requested less emphasis during Brexit talks
A report has claimed British officials ask the Dublin administration to play down its emphasis on peace during the Brexit process.
Orangeman Gibson who ruled out Sinn Fein talks defends presence at killer Stone's art show
A senior Orangeman who ruled out any meeting between the Order and Sinn Fein for at least a generation has defended his presence at an art exhibition by loyalist serial killer Michael Stone.
Ex-Army chief: PSNI is 'harrying' veterans in Troubles inquiries
The former head of the Army has urged the Government to put a stop to the "macabre charade" that could see veterans facing legal action.
Omagh bombing anniversary: A&E nurse recalls the 'darkest' day of her life
A nurse working at the Tyrone County Hospital in Omagh at the time of the bomb has called it the "darkest" day of her life.
Lack of cash will hit new bid to tackle domestic violence: MLA
A new plan to tackle domestic and sexual violence in Northern Ireland will be undermined due to a lack of funding, an MLA has warned.
Omagh bombing victims' relatives accuse politicians of anniversary 'snub'
Relatives of those killed in the Omagh bombing have accused the Taoiseach and Secretary of State of a snub after they turned down invitations to services marking the 20th anniversary of the atrocity.
Omagh bombing anniversary: Survivor in plea for politicians to end the impasse and give...
A woman who suffered horrific injuries in the Omagh bomb and whose chances of survival were rated at below 20% has called for a return to Stormont so such an atrocity can never happen again.
Frazer's disgust over placard on bonfire mocking murdered dad
Victims' campaigner Willie Frazer has said he "judges Sinn Fein by their actions and not their words" after a placard mocking the murder of his father Bertie was placed on an internment bonfire in Newry.
Michael Stone art exhibition organisers' regret over hurt caused by hosting event
Organisers of Michael Stone's art exhibition say they regret the hurt caused to the family of the late Dermot Hackett by hosting the event for the loyalist killer.
Malachi O'Doherty: Mervyn Gibson has his questions to answer, but so do all of us...
Mervyn Gibson has questions to answer and he isn't making a good job of it. If he can go to an exhibition of paintings by Michael Stone, a serial killer, then can he reasonably argue that the Orange Order should not meet with Sinn Fein president Mary Lou...
Philip Orr: We should welcome and nurture artistic expression from within loyalism
It is understandable that the exhibition by loyalist ex-prisoner Michael Stone should provoke critical comment - especially so in the light of his own attendance at the event and the presence of local community leaders.
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