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10 years on from their engagement at the Belfast City Half Marathon this couple returned to run again

'It’s a special race for both of us'

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‘Stupidity and hypocrisy’: Israel FA launch scathing attack on Republic of Ireland and Heimir Hallgrimsson

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Fire breaks out at former Crumlin Road courthouse in Belfast

A serious fire has broken out at the former Crumlin Road courthouse in Belfast.

A section of Crumlin Road has been closed while emergency services attend the incident. Firefighters have been deployed to the scene of the blaze.

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Errigal Ciaran beat Trillick to reach Tyrone semi-final

Errigal Ciaran defeated Trillick 1-16 to 0-12 to progress in the Tyrone championship.

Shea McDermott scored a goal for Errigal Ciaran in their victory over Trillick. Errigal Ciaran will now face defending champions Loughmacrory in the semi-final, ending Trillick's bid for a fourth successive Tyrone final appearance.

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MLA calls for cut in fuel duty and VAT as price of diesel hits £2 a litre

"This should be about helping people, not increasing the tax take," he said.

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International legend on why ban on Georgia fans won’t benefit NI... and the punishment he feels can truly deter crowd disorder

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Confidence in Parades Commission ‘catastrophically low’ among loyalists over Drumcree decisions

Let’s Talk Loyalism survey shows almost half believe concerns of residents should be accommodated

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Remains of man found on beach ‘disappeared’ while in custody of mortuary

HSE confirms public record is accurate, but offers no explanation – as retired senior garda says he feels ‘shock, dismay and disgust’ over revelation

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Glens of Antrim Potatoes enters administration and ceases trading

Glens of Antrim Potatoes Ltd has entered administration with most of its 95 employees made redundant.

The potato company, established in 1972, has ceased to trade and appointed administrators. Most of its workforce has been made redundant as a result of various pressures affecting the business.

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‘A statement of intent’: Ireland ace Sean Jansen pens new Connacht deal until 2029 but is ruled out of their season opener

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Northern Ireland teachers to start industrial action over workload

Northern Ireland's five teaching unions will begin industrial action from 28 September over workload concerns.

Negotiations between Northern Ireland teaching unions and authorities have failed to resolve long-running concerns about excessive workload. All five of the region's teaching unions will now take part in industrial action starting from 28 September, though this will initially fall short of a full strike.

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'The first one is always special' - Pedro Acosta and KTM celebrate MotoGP history in Austria

Pedro Acosta and KTM celebrated history at the Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Austria with the Spaniard claiming his maiden MotoGP victory on the manufacturer’s home circuit.

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Young family's lucky escape after 'deliberate' house fire in Newry

The mum and her children have since managed to get temporary accommodation

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I got a sneak peek of the M&S Christmas range and here are my top picks

There's everything from twists on the classics to viral quirky bits.

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‘An absolute mess’: Last NI player to score against Georgia explains his ‘embarrassment’ over his only international goal

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Ballycastle to Ballintoy coastal path plans backed as council approves off-road route

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Winning day for Northern Ireland trio at European Boxing Championships as they clinically book their spots in the next round

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Daisy Hill Hospital maternity services may move to Craigavon

Daisy Hill Hospital plans to temporarily suspend maternity inpatient services due to consultant obstetrician vacancies.

The Southern Health and Social Care Trust has been unable to recruit consultant obstetricians to fill vacancies at Daisy Hill Hospital. Under a contingency plan, inpatient maternity services would temporarily move to Craigavon Area Hospital.

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‘Every day was amazing, it was like a dream’: Hugh Jackman fell in love with NI’s beauty during Robin Hood shoot

Actor and crew kept their phones locked away so nothing could distract them from the ‘incredible’ scenery

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How this photo put leading dissident boss in the dock accused of benefit fraud

Prosecutors claim image of Tony McDonnell was taken at time when he was claiming he was too sick to leave his home without help

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Enzo Fernandez shows signs that he will justify huge price tag... but one apparent flaw in his game may hurt Manchester City

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Drumcree Parade: Decisions must be based on law and not pressure from residents groups, say unionists

Unionists have insisted that any decision on a fresh Drumcree parade must be made objectively using the law – and not on the basis of pressure from other residents’ groups across NI.

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Teenager injured in altercation investigated as possible hate crime

An 18-year-old was hospitalised with head, face and arm injuries following an altercation in Kilkeel.

Police are investigating the incident as a possible hate crime. The News Letter reports the teenager is a young member of the TUV party. Four youths were cautioned following the incidents.

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‘Michael was some man for one man’: Tributes paid to NI entrepreneur who shook up motor insurance industry

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Michael Carrick must make huge changes to avoid becoming the latest victim of Manchester United’s decline

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Why an opening-night win over Edinburgh is simply essential for Ulster in their push to set a positive early tone

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Justice minister accused of being 'tone deaf' with talk about rights and dignity of prisoners

Jon Burrows has said the justice minister sounded “tone deaf” by stressing the need for dignity for prisoners.

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Tánaiste calls for ‘balance’ in privacy and AI advancement

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Killian Phillips handed Republic of Ireland call-up as Jamie McGrath and Harvey Vale withdraw from squad due to injury

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Fourteen people linked to evidential activity at time of Omagh bomb, inquiry told

Twenty-nine people, including a woman pregnant with twins, died in the bombing in the County Tyrone town on 15 August 1998 - the biggest single atrocity in the Troubles.

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FTSE 100 climbs as oil prices dip on US-Iran talks hope

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Celtic vs Rangers tactical analysis: Derek McInnes exposes Celtic's Old Firm weaknesses

Rangers outperformed Celtic in virtually every metric at Parkhead – but where exactly was the Old Firm game won and lost? The stats tell a damning story

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Derry man charged with drug and driving offences

A man has appeared at Derry Magistrates’ Court charged with a number of drug and driving offences.

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Three pensioners killed in brutal attacks hours apart, inquest hears

An inquest has heard how three elderly men were killed within hours of each other in Exeter in February 2019

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Derry man accused of kicking woman in head in domestic incident

A man has been remanded in custody at Derry Magistrates’ Court charged with domestic offences.

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'An exciting moment': Harland & Wolff welcomes 66 new apprentices as £90m investment drives Belfast shipbuilding revival

Navantia UK welcomes latest recruits as investment and Royal Fleet Auxiliary programme drive activity at Harland & Wolff

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Crossmaglen boss Shane Lennon hails “incredible” Oisin O’Neill heroics after 2-10 haul in Armagh SFC victory

The Armagh attacker scored a goal in each half with 2-5 of his tally coming from play as Cross saw off the challenge of their neighbours Culloville to set up a semi-final showdown with Clann Éireann

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'Lost for words': Band blown away by response after playing outside Buckingham Palace gates

The vice-chairman of Pride of Lagan Valley Flute Band says band members are still “lost for words” after playing outside the gates of Buckingham Palace in London.

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'We are absolutely delighted to have won the Christmas gold': Early festive present for Belfast innovator in spicy cordial drinks

Papas Minerals’ Spiced Winterberry Cordial takes top award at prestigious Irish food and drink awards

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Co Tyrone priest laid to rest at chapel where he was ordained 22 years ago

The funeral for Fr Mark O’Hagan was held in Holy Family Church, Coalisland today