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WE SAY: UN finding against Israel demands a wider response

IT took two years for a United Nations Commission of Inquiry to find that Israel has committed genocide in Gaza. Two years in which how many innocents died while the wheels of international justice turned?

Lámh Dhearg host second Annual Frankie Wilson Memorial Tournament

SATURDAY past saw dozens of former senior footballers turn out to compete in the second annual Frankie Wilson Memorial tournament at Hannahstown.

BOXING: Agyarko retains WBA Continental title in close-fought affair

CHIEF support on the Crocker-Donovan card was a super welterweight clash featuring Belfast’s Caoimhin Agyarko who was defending his WBA Continental title against Yorkshire’s Ishmael Davis. In the week leading up to the clash, the pair claimed it would be ‘fight of the night’ and they delivered in a non-stop, action-packed twelve rounds.

BOXING: Belfast's Crocker is the new IBF Welterweight World Champion

LEWIS Crocker was crowned IBF Welterweight World Champion in his home town of Belfast on Saturday night after defeating Limerick’s Paddy Donovan by split decision over 12 rounds.

Systemic failings led to death of Beechmount man Lee (25), inquest hears

AN inquest into the death of a young West Belfast man who waited almost four hours for an ambulance has heard of systemic failings in the ambulance and healthcare service.

Loyalists plan 'Operation Shutdown' anti-immigration protests on Thursday

A SERIES of anti-immigration protests organised by loyalists have been planned for this Thursday.

West Belfast woman refused bail after £300,000 worth of drugs found in her home

A WOMAN accused of having £300,000 worth of drugs in her West Belfast home has been refused bail.

Gaelic Games: St Gall's suffer second half comeback as Dunloy and Creggan earn semi-final qualifications

LAST weekend saw the quarter-finals of both the Junior and Senior Championships take place with some of the best displays of Gaelic football the Saffron county has to offer as the knockout phase ramps up for the semi-finals in a fortnight's time.

Open University on board as nominations open for Aisling Awards 2025

WITH nominations open for the 2025 Aisling Awards we are delighted to have The Open University on board as our premier partner once again.

Exciting new Autumn Programme launches at Áras Uí Chonghaile

FOLLOWING a hugely successful summer season, Áras Uí Chonghaile, the James Connolly Visitor Centre on the Falls Road, have this week launched their much-anticipated Clár an Fhómhair, Autumn Programme.

Murder investigation in Lisburn after man dies in hospital from serious injuries

A MURDER investigation has been launched after a man was discovered with serious injuries at the property on Wardsborough Road in Lisburn early on Monday.

THE IRELAND PODCAST: Wayne McCullough – World Boxing Champion

Wayne McCullough, Ireland's first and only Irish male boxer in history to ever win a WBC world title, chats with Fender Jackson from his base in Las Vegas.

Teamsters leader pledges increased collaboration with Irish unions

The head of one of America’s most powerful unions has urged workers to “stick together” in the face of corporate greed, recalling the sacrifices made during the Covid pandemic and pledging a fresh commitment to transatlantic co-operation with Ireland.

JOBY FOX: 'Seamie O'Neill's generosity knew no bounds'

Joby Fox pays tribute to Seamie O'Neill, who passed away last night.

Soccer: Irish Cup 2nd round throws up some top action

THIS weekend saw the second round of this seasons Clear Water Irish Cup which saw teams across the North battle it out for a spot in the next round with hopes of lifting one of Europe's oldest trophies certainly in the pipeline for many sides.

Senior Championship Round-Up: Johnnies, Rossa and Lámh's with important wins but St Gall's falter late on

Soccer: Cliftonville kickstart their season with victory over Glenavon

Gaelic Games: Pearse's survive spirited Éire Óg rally to clinch top spot

Gaelic Games: Antrim announce new GAA Operations Manager

Sectarian chanting by Dublin fans prompts three BBCNI on-air apologies

WE SAY: An English lesson in symbols

SQUINTER: Flag fever takes hold in Blighty

JUDE COLLINS: Testing times for our education system

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