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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Newtownards: Bus and tractor collide on Belfast Road
Eleven people are treated in hospital following the collision, with one person seriously injured.
Brexit: Legal promise on Irish Sea customs border agreed
The government to give a legal guarantee that there will be no post-Brexit customs border in the Irish Sea.
Kilkeel fish plant: Two 'stable' after ammonia leak
A major incident was declared after a suspected ammonia leak at a fish processing plant in Kilkeel.
'We're not going to be intimidated' - Mary Lou McDonald
Mary Lou McDonald blames dissident republicans for the attacks on Gerry Adams' and Bobby Storey's homes.
Bombardier warns of efficiency savings in Northern Ireland
The aerospace company employs 4,000 workers in Belfast.
Lack of NI Executive 'a strategic risk', says Irish government
The Irish government says it has led to "a tangible slowdown in North South engagement".
Concerns over Stormont minority ethnic fund money
There are calls for more transparency in how the Minority Ethnic Development Fund is allocated.
Etching Irish abortion referendum into history
Artists and historians make sure the imagery of May's Irish abortion referendum is preserved.
Brexit: MPs hear plea to protect NI family farms
A committee of MPs hear an impassioned plea to protect family farms after the UK leaves the EU.
World Cup 2018: Conor McGregor sparks controversy with Putin photo
The MMA fighter says he was invited by the Russian president to attend the World Cup Final in Moscow.
Derry trouble: Man and three boys appear in court
A 22-year-old man and three boys appear in court charged with offences linked to last week's disturbances in Londonderry.
Wreaths retrieved in Newry from muddy river bed
A "cross-section of the community" in Newry formed a human chain to restore wreaths to war memorial.
NI farmers urged to take more care by HSE
As many as 100 people are injured on farms across Northern Ireland every month, safety officials say.
CCTV footage shows attack on Adams home from moving car
A device thrown at Gerry Adams' home was hurled from a moving car, CCTV recording shows.
Poor food hygiene ratings for Randalstown care homes
Two County Antrim care homes are heavily criticised after food hygiene inspections by councils.
Sean Cox: Liverpool fan 'conscious' after attack
Sean Cox, who was attacked before a Champions League game in April, is slowly recovering, according to reports.
Concerns over minority ethnic fund
Questions are raised about whether a scheme set up to aid ethnic minority communities is serving its purpose.
'Nobody to speak up for them' - Anna Lo
Several groups that applied to the Minority Ethnic Development Fund are losing funding.
CCTV camera shows attack on Adams property
A device thrown at Gerry Adams' home was hurled from a moving car, CCTV footage shows.
Disney fans do DIY cosplay from the films
Meet the fans who dress up as Disney characters to recreate scenes from the films.
Gerry Adams calls on home attackers to meet him
The former Sinn Féin leader's house came under attack from what police say were large industrial fireworks.
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Glanbia to build £115m cheese factory in County Laois
The new factory in Portlaoise will ensure the cheese business retains an EU presence.
Sinn Féin to challenge Higgins in Irish presidential election
Ireland's sitting president Michael D Higgins has already confirmed he will stand for re-election for a second term.
Ireland set to be first country to end investment in fossil fuels
Ireland will become the first country to stop public investments in the fuels when its law passes.
UK White Paper 'a step towards a softer Brexit'
The Irish foreign minister says the UK has now taken a "much more credible" position in Brexit talks.
Consultancy EY creates 95 new jobs in Belfast
The new roles will be in accountancy, tax, cybersecurity and IT.
Airbus A220: Belfast plant boosted by airline order
US airline JetBlue order 120 Airbus A220 planes, the wings of which are made in Belfast.
MJM Group to create 30 jobs at its Newry headquarters
The cruise ship fit-out firm says the jobs will include quantity surveyors and designers.
Equity firm Lonsdale buys stake in Elite Electronic Systems
Lonsdale Capital Partners buys "significant stake" in manufacturer Elite Electronic Systems.
Champions League: Crusaders v Ludogorets Razgrad (Tues)
Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter is trying to come up with a gameplan to thwart Ludogorets in the second leg of their Champions League first qualifying round tie.
Austin MacPhee: Hearts assistant turns down offer from India
Hearts assistant manager Austin MacPhee turns down a head coach's role at Indian Super League club Pune City to remain at Tynecastle.
Conrad Cummings added to Carl Frampton's Windsor Park undercard
NI middleweight Conrad Cummings and London super lightweight Sam Maxwell will be in action on the undercard for Carl Frampton's Windsor Park fight.
Padraig Harrington backs Rory McIlroy to win another major soon
Two-time Open champion Padraig Harrington believes it is only a matter of time before former world number one Rory McIlroy wins another major title.
Carrying your wife
It's all about tactics at Northern Ireland's only such competition - the piggy back or reverse Estonian?
Newspaper headlines
Security camera footage of an attack on Gerry Adams' home dominates most of Monday's front pages.
Northern Ireland forecast
Clear skies for Saturday - look ahead at the weekend weather.
Fancy dress fanatics
From Peter Pan to Maleficent, Belfast pair dress up as their favourite Disney characters.
'Personal is political'
Ian Knox's new exhibition looks at how the built environment can become politically charged.
Unopposed no more
An Irish president faces an unusual electoral challenge.
Castlerock Golf Club fire will cost 'thousands' in repairs
The fire broke out in the early hours of Sunday morning and will cost thousands of pounds to repair.
Coveney and Foster stand 'in solidarity' with Derry residents
The Irish deputy prime minister and DUP leader visit the city in the wake of six nights of violence.
Hello sailor: Derry duo return
The Derry-born duo docked in at Foyle Port last night after sailing around the world for almost a year.
Bogside trouble: Three injured after 26 petrol bombs thrown
A member of the public and two police officers are injured after 26 petrol bombs are thrown in the Bogside area of Derry.

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

Crusaders boss Baxter aiming to stem tide in second leg
Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter is trying to come up with a gameplan to thwart Ludogorets in the second leg of their Champions League first qualifying round tie.
NI coach MacPhee elects to stay at Hearts
Hearts assistant manager Austin MacPhee turns down a head coach's role at Indian Super League club Pune City to remain at Tynecastle.
Cummings added to Frampton's Windsor Park bill
NI middleweight Conrad Cummings and London super lightweight Sam Maxwell will be in action on the undercard for Carl Frampton's Windsor Park fight.
Harrington backs McIlroy to win a major soon
Two-time Open champion Padraig Harrington believes it is only a matter of time before former world number one Rory McIlroy wins another major title.
Hockey Women's World Cup: Ireland happy to be underdogs in London
Ireland team manager Arlene Boyles believes the team can upset the odds at the Hockey Women's World Cup in London.
World Cup 2018: Conor McGregor sparks controversy with Putin photo
The MMA fighter says he was invited by the Russian president to attend the World Cup Final in Moscow.
Ballymena United early-season home games switched after pitch re-laid
Ballymena United supporters are likely to have to wait until October to see their side in league action at the Showgrounds this season.
Derek McGee secures four-timer at Walderstown road races
Derek McGee takes four wins at the Walderstown road races, taking victory in the Grand Final, Open, Supersport and Supertwins classes.
Northern Knights defeat North-West Warriors at Eglinton
Northern Knights secure a two-wicket victory over North-West warriors in a low scoring one-day interprovincial encounter.
Monaghan edge out Kildare in tense battle
Monaghan take a huge step towards clinching an All-Ireland semi-finals place as they edge out Kildare in a tense Super 8s game.
Sommer Lecky: Castlederg 18-year-old clinches World Under-20 high jump silver
Castlederg teenager Sommer Lecky clinches a silver medal for Ireland in the high jump at the World Under-20 Championships in Finland.
Graeme McDowell misses out on Open place after final-round 71 in Scotland
Graeme McDowell fails to qualify for next week's Open at Carnoustie as he finishes 63rd in the Scottish Open.
Castlerock Golf Club fire will cost 'thousands' in repairs
The fire broke out in the early hours of Sunday morning and will cost thousands of pounds to repair.
Sean Cox: Liverpool fan 'conscious' after attack
Sean Cox, who was attacked before a Champions League game in April, is slowly recovering, according to reports.
Super 8s: O'Rourke delighted with Farney win over Kildare
Monaghan manager Malachy O'Rourke is pleased to get the Super 8s off to a winning start after a 0-15 to 1-10 victory over Kildare at Croke Park.
Mickey Harte: Tyrone boss urges players to believe they can beat Dubs
Tyrone manager Mickey Harte urges his Red Hand players to have the belief they can shock Dublin in next Saturday's Super 8s game in Omagh.
Bonner laments missed opportunities
Donegal manager Declan Bonner says his side paid the price for failing to convert any of their goal chances against Dublin.
Dubs must improve for Tyrone game - Gavin
Dublin manager Jim Gavin says that a repeat of his side's performance against Donegal on Saturday will not be good enough against Tyrone in Omagh next week.
Super 8s: Roscommon 2-12 Tyrone 4-24
Tyrone sweep aside Roscommon with a 18 point win in the inaugural Super 8s match at Croke Park
Champions Dublin too strong for game Donegal
Niall Scully's two goals helped Dublin overcome a game Donegal in a Super 8s encounter which petered out after a lively opening.
All-Ireland U20 Football semi-final: Mayo beat Derry 2-14 to 2-11
Mayo defeat Ulster champions Derry 2-14 to 2-11 in the All-Ireland Under-20 football semi-final at Carrick-on-Shannon
Can hotshot Whyte pass Oxford exam?
Oxford United have signed Gavin Whyte and their fans will no doubt be impressed by this compilation of the winger's goals for Irish League champions Crusaders.
Tyrone blew us away admits Roscommon manager Kevin McStay
Roscommon manager Kevin McStay says his team simply couldn't cope with Tyrone's superior football ability and athleticism.
The GAA's Super 8s explained
The inaugural Super 8s series begins this weekend with eight teams still in contention to win this year's All-Ireland football championship.
Watch again: Cowton wins dramatic NW 200 race
Take a look back at this year's NW 200 winning performance from James Cowton, who died following a crash in the Southern 100 on Thursday.
Time to move on - Derry chairman on ticket row
Derry City chairman Philip O'Doherty says it's time for the club and fans to end their row over ticket prices after their Europa League qualifying first leg game at the Brandywell.
I'm ready for Oxford challenge - Whyte
New Oxford United recruit Gavin Whyte isn't phased by the challenge of stepping up to full-time football after his transfer from Irish Premiership champions Crusaders.
Watch: Cliftonville slip to Nordsjælland defeat
Highlights from Cliftonville's 1-0 defeat to Nordsjælland in the first leg of their Europa League qualifier at Solitude.
We couldn't match their quality - Shiels
Derry City boss Kenny Shiels praises his side's endeavour and attitude but acknowledges that they were beaten by a better side following their 2-0 defeat to Dinamo Minsk.
Delany delight as Ireland make Women's World Twenty20
Ireland captain Laura Delaney hopes qualification for the Women's World Twenty20 can help the game to continue to grow.
The Open 2018: BBC TV, radio and online coverage times and channels
The times and channels of BBC Sport's comprehensive coverage of the 2018 Open on TV, red button, radio and online.
William Dunlop - 'A genuinely nice guy and a very talented racer'
Motorcycle road racing has lost one of its finest exponents and a true gentleman with the tragic passing of William Dunlop.
Irish Open: Ballyliffin shines bright on big stage
After four days of tight competition in Donegal BBC NI's John Haughey takes a look at how the 2018 Irish Open will be remembered.
Sport on the BBC: Best of this week's TV & radio coverage
This week's sport on the BBC includes the Open Championship, the German Grand Prix and the deciding ODI between England and India.

National News Headlines

Brexiteers' Customs Bill amendments accepted by government
Theresa May is accused of "capitulating" to Brexiteers - but she says the policy has not changed.
Grenfell fire officer's 'impossible decision'
A fire officer says he told a father to go back for his family, despite fearing he would not survive.
British caver 'could sue' Elon Musk over Twitter attack
The entrepreneur called the diver a "pedo" after he ridiculed his effort to help missing Thai boys.
Prince Louis's christening marked by family portraits
The photographer says he aimed to capture "joy" in the Clarence House portraits.
London model Harry Uzoka 'murdered in row over girl'
Harry Uzoka was killed after branding his love rival a 'fake' on Instagram, a court hears.
UK unveils new Tempest fighter jet model
The UK plans to invest £2bn in the new jet, which can be used with either pilots or as a drone.
Richard Bacon out of coma and tweets 'I am alive'
The former Blue Peter presenter was put into a coma after falling ill with suspected pneumonia.
Migration from EU to UK lowest for four years, ONS figures show
The official figures also show a rise in those coming to the UK from outside the EU.
Daughters in legal bid for House of Lords seat rights
They are challenging an "outdated" law that stops them being elected to the Lords because of their gender.
Wanstead Flats fire: Crews 'praying for rain' amid heatwave
London Fire Brigade issues warning amid dry conditions which can see fire "spread like lightning".
Police continue to investigate 'cow in car boot' on M4
Investigations continue into the case of a live cow transported along the motorway in a car boot.
Alex Salmond Show tweets misled audience, says watchdog Ofcom
Watchdog Ofcom finds programme staff and not viewers posted the tweets used in the Russian TV broadcast.

Source: BBC News

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