Lisburn and Northern Ireland News

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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Attempted murder arrest after car collides with people outside bar
Two people suffer serious injuries in the incident in Millisle, County Down, on Saturday night.
Man arrested on suspicion of murdering missing farmer
The man, in his 50s, is in custody as searches continue at a site near Michael Gaine's farm near Kenmare, County Kerry.
Safety call after fatal falls more than double in NI
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents says the rise in fatalities is "truly shocking".
'Our business needs Irish Sea border reset'
A summit on Monday is expected to include an "agreement to agree" on trade issues.
The folklore helping to protect the bluebells
Bluebells are protected by law and if you pick one you could find yourself at the wrath of fairies.
Down hammer Clare as Cavan stun Mayo in Castlebar
Down open their All-Ireland round-robin series campaign by easing past Clare in Ennis while Cavan shock Mayo in Castlebar.
Rea 13th after penalty as Bulega wins Czech thriller
Northern Ireland's Jonathan Rea finishes 13th in Race Two at the Most circuit in the Czech Republic where Nicolo Bulega took the chequered flag 0.027 seconds ahead of Toprak Razgatlioglu.
Boy dies after getting into difficulty in water off Sligo coast
The young boy was airlifted to hospital where he later died, Irish police say.
Two men killed in separate road crashes
The crashes, both on Friday, happened in Middletown, County Armagh, and Broughshane, County Antrim.
Thousands attend trans rights rally in Belfast city centre
Organisers say a recent Supreme Court decision on the Equality Act was an attack on trans rights.
Former UDA leader Andy Tyrie dies
One of the most prominent figures in loyalism, Andy Tyrie later backed the Good Friday Agreement which brought the Troubles to an end.
Bradley signs new four-year Liverpool contract
Northern Ireland right-back Conor Bradley commits his future to Premier League champions Liverpool by signing new four-year contract.
Play park arson attack 'sickening', says mother
The police believe the fire in Strathfoyle, County Londonderry, was started deliberately.
'Year of hate' as race incidents and crimes on the rise in NI
Six of the eight highest monthly levels of race hate incidents in the PSNI data series were recorded between May and October 2024.
Pupils step back in time with their own toy museum
The collection of toys curated by pupils in west Belfast has been picked up by the Ulster Museum.
Derry remembers Battle of the Atlantic 80 years on
A special event remembering Londonderry's vital wartime role is taking place in the city on Saturday.
'Safety fears' over lack of family-friendly car parking spaces
Only five out of 11 council areas provide family-friendly spaces in their car parks in Northern Ireland.
'Quite a surprise' to spot 4ft shark swimming in river
The starry smooth-hound shark was spotted swimming in the Connswater River at Victoria Park.
Farmers say NI pollution proposals 'out of touch'
Daera is consulting on its Nutrients Action Programme, including possible fines for rule breaches.
The race for Sam begins - all you need to know about All-Ireland SFC
All you need to know about this year's All-Ireland Senior Football Championship ahead of the opening games on Saturday and Sunday.
Belfast shark: 'It's not an usual occurrence to have them'
The starry smooth-hound shark was spotted swimming in the Connswater River at Victoria Park.
What's the best thing about the Balmoral Show?
Thousands of people are expected to attend, with four days of sunshine forecast.
'Blinding moment of being overwhelmed' as Blue Lights wins Bafta
Blue Lights co-creator Declan Lawn brought his (surprisingly heavy) Bafta to the Evening Extra studio to discuss his surprise at taking home the prize.
Principals pay tribute to Buncrana students
The teenagers have been named as 18-year-old Matt Sibanda and 16-year-old Emmanuel Familola.
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Funeral for 'charismatic' teenager held in Buncrana
Emmanuel Familola was one of two teenagers who died after getting into difficulty in the sea off the County Donegal coast.
Thousands attend Sean Brown public demonstration
Mr Brown's family say it is the largest demonstration that has been held in support of their fight for a public inquiry.
Man guilty of possessing bombs which exploded outside homes
Noel John Logan had denied possessing pipe bombs which exploded outside three homes in Derry.
Some bus services suspended after window smashed
Bus services have been partially suspended at an estate in Londonderry after a vehicle was damaged.
Police searching for missing farmer find partial human remains
Irish police are examining a site near the farm of Michael Gaine, who has been missing for more than eight weeks.
Garda killed at checkpoint adored by family, funeral told
Kevin Flatley died after he was hit by a motorcyclist while carrying out a speed checkpoint in County Dublin.
Murdered backpacker's mum continues fight for death certificate
Danielle McLaughlin, from County Donegal, was killed while she was travelling around India in 2017.
Ireland fails to qualify for Eurovision Grand Final
Israel's Yuval Raphael makes it to the final, alongside acts from Austria and Malta.
Daniel O'Donnell taking 'extended' break due to health issues
The County Donegal singer says the pause is needed to "recharge and recover" after health challenges he has faced while touring.
Irish exports to US surged 400% in March ahead of tariffs
In April, President Donald Trump imposed a minimum tariff of 10% on almost all countries, before later suspending the measures

Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)

Down hammer Clare as Cavan stun Mayo in Castlebar
Down open their All-Ireland round-robin series campaign by easing past Clare in Ennis while Cavan shock Mayo in Castlebar.
Lions call-up 'bizarre' after Doris injury - Gibson-Park
Jamison Gibson-Park admits his British and Irish Lions call-up felt "bizarre" in the wake of Leinster's Investec Champions Cup exit and team-mate Caelan Doris' injury.
Scheffler in control as McIlroy fails to mount US PGA challenge
World number one Scottie Scheffler will take a three-shot lead into the final round at the US PGA Championship after a stunning six-under-par round on Saturday.
Fermanagh ease past Longford in Tailteann Cup
Fermanagh record their first win in this year's Tailteann Cup with a comfortable 2-19 to 0-7 success over Longford at Pearse Park.
Rea 13th after penalty as Bulega wins Czech thriller
Northern Ireland's Jonathan Rea finishes 13th in Race Two at the Most circuit in the Czech Republic where Nicolo Bulega took the chequered flag 0.027 seconds ahead of Toprak Razgatlioglu.
Dunne takes F2 championship lead with Imola win
Ireland's Alex Dunne wins for the second time this season at Imola and moves to the top of the Formula 2 standings.
NI's Bradley signs new long-term Liverpool contract
Northern Ireland right-back Conor Bradley commits his future to Premier League champions Liverpool by signing new four-year contract.
Leinster edge Glasgow and will face Scarlets in play-offs
Leinster round off their United Rugby Championship (URC) regular season with a hard-fought 13-5 victory against Glasgow Warriors at the Aviva Stadium.
Ulster 'hurting massively' after loss to Edinburgh
Ulster forward Cormac Izuchukwu says the province's players were disappointed not to give their departing players a winning send-off against Edinburgh.
Watch: Why was McIlroy's driver 'non-conforming'?
BBC Sport NI checks in with Golf Digest journalist and equipment expert Luke Kerr-Dineen to figure out what happened with Rory McIlroy's driver earlier this week after he had to switch out his first choice.
Antrim thumped by Galway in Leinster Championship
Antrim's hopes of remaining in the Leinster Championship are dealt another blow as they are heavily beaten 6-27 to 1-14 by a clinical Galway side at Pearse Stadium.
Rea 10th as Razgatlioglu wins in Czech Republic
Jonathan Rea finishes 10th in the first World Superbike race of the weekend at the Most circuit in the Czech Republic as Toprak Razgatlioglu takes victory.
Highlights: Edinburgh score seven tries to beat Ulster and seal last-eight spot
Watch highlights as Edinburgh score seven tries in beating Ulster 47-17 to book their place in the United Rugby Championship quarter-finals.
McKibbin happy to grind his way into weekend at US PGA
Northern Ireland's Tom McKibbin is content as a level-par 71 keeps him on one under par at the US PGA Championship and guarantees that he will make the cut at Quail Hollow.
Watch: McIlroy practises before US PGA challenge
Masters champion Rory McIlroy hits the range at Quail Hollow before the opening round of the US PGA Championship.
Watch: McIlroy to 'temper expectations' as he chases sixth major
Masters champion Rory McIlroy speaks to BBC Sport NI's Gavin Andrews ahead of the US PGA Championship as he chases a sixth major title at Quail Hollow
Watch: NFL wants to create 'mini-Super Bowl' in Dublin
General manager of the NFL UK and Ireland Henry Hodgson says Dublin will be a "fantastic host city" for American football after it was confirmed the Minnesota Vikings will face the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first NFL regular-season game to be held in Ireland, on 28 September.
The weekend review on the GAA Social
Tailteann Cup games and two provincial finals discussed. Tyrone beat Kerry in U20 semi
Bikes!
Highlights of Saturday?s racing from the North West 200. Presented by Stephen Watson.
Limerick ease to win over Antrim in Tailteann Cup
Limerick inflict a 1-18 to 1-10 win over Antrim in the Tailteann Cup at Corrigan Park, the Saffrons' second reverse in succession in the competition.
FAI investigating alleged racist abuse in LOI game
Waterford Football Club are "fully co-operating" with authorities in an investigation into an alleged racist incident in their League of Ireland Premier Division fixture against Shamrock Rovers on Friday night.
Connacht finish season with victory away to Zebre
Connacht finish their United Rugby Championship season with a 22-12 victory over Zebre in Parma.
Lowry and Hatton swear in outbursts at US PGA
A furious Shane Lowry lashed out at the course and Tyrrell Hatton swore at his own club as tempers frayed at the US PGA Championship.
'Toughening up' in League One - the making of Bradley
After he signs a new long-term contract at Liverpool, BBC Sport looks at Conor Bradley's emergence at Anfield.
The race for Sam begins - all you need to know about All-Ireland SFC
All you need to know about this year's All-Ireland Senior Football Championship ahead of the opening games on Saturday and Sunday.
Ireland men's sevens cut 'nothing short of a disgrace' - Kennedy
Former World Rugby sevens player of the year Terry Kennedy says the decision to cut the Ireland men's sevens team at the end of the season is "a disgrace".
Race for URC play-off places in final league round
Going into the final weekend of regular United Rugby Championship season fixtures, five teams are competing for the last three play-off spots.
'I seem to be getting better with age' - Cacace
Belfast boxer Anthony Cacace says he is "getting better with age" after his latest victory against former two-time world champion Leigh Wood.
McIlroy keen for 'more highlights' as US PGA bid looms
Rory McIlroy says his refusal to speak to Bryson DeChambeau in the final round of the Masters was not personal and simply part of his desire to win at Augusta.
Vikings will bring 'best on the planet' to Dublin
The Minnesota Vikings' head coach Kevin O'Connell believes NFL fans and newcomers to the sport in Ireland will be seeing the best wide receiver "on the planet" in Justin Jefferson when his side play in Dublin in September.
'Inspired' and 'jealous' - US PGA contenders on McIlroy's form
Rory McIlroy's start to 2025 is impressing his fellow pros as they prepare for the US PGA Championship at Quail Hollow, a course the Northern Irishman has won at four times.
'Box office Blackmore' - pioneer who transformed racing
As trailblazing jockey Rachael Blackmore retires from the saddle, we look at her impact and success in jump racing.
Camogie shorts v skorts row - how did we get here?
BBC Sport NI looks at players' problems with wearing skorts whilst playing camogie, recent protests against the rules and what comes next with the Special Congress vote.
How tough season came to premature end for Ulster
BBC Sport NI takes a look back at what has been a testing campaign for Ulster who will miss out on the URC play-offs and a place in next season's Champions Cup.
Camogie skorts row 'absolutely ludicrous' - Ward
Republic of Ireland manager Carla Ward says the ongoing controversy surrounding wearing skorts whilst playing camogie is "absolutely ludicrous".
Five talking points from the 2024-25 Irish League season
BBC Sport NI assesses some of the main talking points from an intriguing 2024-25 Irish Premiership season.
Irwin fourth in Donington British Superbike opener
Glenn Irwin finishes fourth in the opening British Superbike race of the weekend, with Bradley Ray taking victory.
Seven-try Edinburgh crush Ulster to seal play-off spot
Darcy Graham's hat-trick and Magnus Bradbury's double help Edinburgh secure a place in the last eight of the URC as they sweep to a bonus-point win over Ulster in the Scottish capital.
Glens, Reds, Blues and Lisburn Ladies secure wins
Glentoran, Cliftonville, Linfield and Lisburn Ladies earn victories in Friday's second round of Women's Irish Premiership fixtures.
GAA fixtures 2025: Football and hurling championship fixtures
Fixture list for the 2025 GAA football and hurling championships, including the All-Ireland SFC, the All-Ireland SHC, Tailteann Cup and more.
The GAA Social - Ulster semi-finals recap
Podcast recorded during second half of Meath-Dublin. Poor Philly
Scotland beat Ireland thanks to late McGhie try
Francesca McGhie's late try snatches a dramatic 26-19 victory for Scotland against Ireland in the Women's Six Nations.
Watch every shot of Allen's 147 at Crucible
Northern Ireland's Mark Allen makes a 147 maximum break at the Crucible during the 2025 World Snooker Championship.
Highlights: Donegal secure semi-final spot with Monaghan win
Watch highlights as Donegal defeat Monaghan by 0-23 to 0-21 to book their place in the semi-finals of the Ulster Senior Football Championship.
'A long time coming' - BBC Sport NI's interview with McIlroy
BBC Sport NI's Stephen Watson speaks to Masters champion Rory McIlroy after his dramatic play-off win at Augusta National to complete the career Grand Slam.

National News Headlines

Minister 'pushing' for deal over use of EU passport e-gates
The deal could form part of negotiations taking place between the UK and EU on Monday.
Defence deals and palace invites: UK and EU haggle before first summit since Brexit
Defence deals, fishing rights and closer economic ties among the talking points at Downing Street.
Energy boss warns over future of UK's biggest gas storage facility
UK's largest gas storage facility will miss £2bn investment without help, boss of Centrica tells BBC.
Attempted murder arrest after car collides with people outside bar
Two people suffer serious injuries in the incident in Millisle, County Down, on Saturday night.
Princess Eugenie opens up about childhood back surgery
Princess Eugenie has said she felt "very embarrassed" ahead of surgery for scoliosis as a child.
Tributes to teenager who died after beach disturbance
Kayden Moy, 16, was seriously injured on the North Ayrshire beach on Saturday and died in hospital on Sunday.
Elton John brands government 'losers' over AI copyright plans
The musician accuses the government of robbing young artists over its copyright law plans.
Man finally identified 10 years after dying in a car crash
Bryan Woolis died in 2015 but has only now been identified, thanks to a South Yorkshire inspector.
Luke Littler's van window smashed during match
The world champion darts player calls the vandals "scum of the earth".
'Our business needs Irish Sea border reset'
A summit on Monday is expected to include an "agreement to agree" on trade issues.
Criminals could fill potholes and clean bins under government plans
Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood is said to want to expand unpaid work, which she believes to be too lenient.
Celtic rainforest facing species 'extinction crisis'
A rare lichen's last refuge on ancient oak felled by a storm puts a unique forest on the brink.

Source: BBC News

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