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ROBIN LIVINGSTONE: The Orange Order doesn't like Catholics. Okay, so what about women?

IT is of zero importance to BBCNI, UTV, the Belfast Telegraph and the News Letter that the Orange Order literally exists because it doesn’t like the Church of Rome. Every year the broadcasters do happy-clappy round-ups of parades across the North, studiously avoiding those aspects of the parades that ensure the pubs of Donegal and the beaches of Benidorm are packed in July.

5G MAST ATTACKS: West Belfast man Tony Mallon hits out at police after his arrest

A MAN arrested and questioned in relation to arson attacks on 5G masts throughout West Belfast says there is "absolutely no evidence" to connect him with the fires.

Anti-Israeli army graffiti appears outside RVH

GRAFFITI opposing the Israeli army has appeared outside the Royal Victoria Hospital on the Falls Road.

GAA pays tribute to an Antrim legend

THE funeral of legendary Antrim hurler and footballer Seán Rice will take place today at 12pm in Our Lady Queen of Peace church, Dunmurry.

Man arrested in connection with arson attacks on 5G masts released on bail

THE man who was arrested in connection with several arson attacks on 5G masts in West Belfast has been released on bail.

CELTIC STORIES: Fulham youngster Callum has reasonably priced promise

CELTIC’S busy summer transfer window continues, with multiple signings already confirmed. The proactive approach marks a welcome change from previous seasons, when last-minute deals often left the squad scrambling for cohesion. One likely reason for the early flurry of activity is Celtic’s return to the Champions League qualifying rounds, an uncommon position for the club in recent years and one that demands better squad preparedness. Regardless of the motivation, the early business has been encouraging and suggests a club keen to avoid past mistakes.

ROBIN LIVINGSTONE: Kneecap and Bob Vylan take the rap – it's a familiar old story

IF I tell you that I’m going to explain my feelings about Kneecap and Glastonbury by way of celebrity paedophile Jeffrey Epstein, you may raise an eyebrow, but try to stick with me and we’ll see how we get on.

SQUINTER: Kick-the-Pope top ten on the BBC

JUST over a week until the Twelfth and the incitement is building. Sorry, the excitement. The excitement is building.

EYE ON THE PAST: Gaeilgeoir fined £50 and refused interpreter in court

We look at the stories that were making the headlines in the Andersonstown News on this week in 1984

HEALTHWISE: Here’s a berry worthwhile addition to your diet

TAYBERRIES are not one of our better known fruits, but they’re well worth incorporating into your diet.

DÚLRA: House martins are a pure joy – just ask a Robin

AN enriched life – isn’t that what we all strive for? Whether it’s sitting down on the settee to watch a good film, going to a gig or for a meal, or just a walk in the park, it’s often that wee bit extra that makes the difference. And sometimes, if you’re lucky, that wee bit extra comes free-of-charge and without you even asking for it.

No surprise, says Adams, as British government blocks compensation for 400 internees

FORMER Sinn Féin president Gerry Adams has said that he is not surprised that the British government is set to bring in new legislation that would block him and other internees from receiving compensation for their wrongful imprisonment in the 1970s. The British government has confirmed that although they are in the process of repealing the former Conservative government’s Legacy Act – which blocked internees from claiming compensation for unlawful detention – a legal change will reinstate the block which could affect up to 400 former internees. “I am not surprised by the British government’s decision to retrospectively make lawful actions it took 50 years ago that were illegal and unlawful at that time,” said Mr Adams.

Gaelic Games: Johnnies clinch narrow win over St Paul's in Division One relegation clash

ANTRIM CLUB FOOTBALL DIVISION ONE

Judicial review lodged against Executive and Minister for failure to adopt Irish Language Strategy

IRISH language advocacy group Conradh na Gaeilge have lodged judicial review proceeding against the Executive, including Communities’ Minister Gordon Lyons, on their failure to bring forward and adopt an Irish Language Strategy. Conradh na Gaeilge has brought two previous Judicial Review cases before the High-Court against the Executive in 2017 and 2022 and on both occasions received declarations that the Executive had been in breach of its statutory duty to adopt an Irish language Strategy. The most recent judgement from Justice Scoffield in August 2022 declared “it was incumbent upon the Executive to act with alacrity”, ruling that a delay of 12 months was not “reasonable”. Dr Pádraig Ó Tiarnaigh from Conradh na Gaeilge said: “An Irish Language Strategy will set out the Executive’s plan to promote and develop the language over the coming 20 years. The original statutory duty was imposed in law in 2007. We have had two very decisive High Court declarations since then calling for the Executive to act with urgency.

Everything's coming up Roses at Lady Dixon this weekend

BELFAST City Council worker Orlaith Murray Morgan smells the roses as preparations gather pace ahead of this weekend's Rose Fair at Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park

NIFL Premiership: Reds boost playoff hopes with comeback win at Carrick

NIFL Premiership: Magilton excited for Cup final build-up as Reds return to league action

Gaelic Games: Rossa fend off Ballycastle rally to claim opening win

Gaelic Games: Carryduff win cross-city clash at Sarsfield's

TUV want Casement renamed after a British royal – and Andytown doesn't rule it out

ROBIN LIVINGSTONE: David Trimble’s Catholic problem was well hidden

SQUINTER: Loyalist Human Resources departments thrive

WE SAY: Irish language signage victory was inevitable

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