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THE MOTOR MAN: Finland presents an Arctic challenge

THIS weekend sees Rally Finland, the second round of the 2021 World Rally Championship.

THE MOTOR MAN: Sandero’s the hero

THE Dacia Sandero – the most affordable new car on sale in the UK – has eclipsed every other supermini to take home the highly coveted title of ‘Best Small Car’ in the What Car? Car of the Year Awards 2021. Recently revised with a fresh new exterior design, enhanced equipment and an all-new interior, the Sandero fought off stiff competition from some of the UK’s most popular models to take the prestigious award. What Car? names the Sandero its small car champion after being bowled over by its comfort, practicality and a specification that belies its price.

BOOK REVIEW: Invisible women of Irish Revolution brought into focus

There has been much lively and sometimes controversial discussion in this decade of centenaries about who and what should we commemorate. It will come as no surprise to you that women’s contribution and experience has remained largely invisible.

The Claddagh ring that was fashioned out of a two-bob bit in a cold prison cell

On his parents’ seventieth wedding anniversay Ciaran Cahill tells a story of love, loyalty and friendship

BOOK REVIEW - More than one ghost haunts account of RUC man's killing

Paul Larkin reviews Anatomy of a Killing: Life and Death on a Divided Island by Ian Cobain.

MOTOR MAN GERRY FALOONA: Ford cleaning up as awards season continues

WITH the awards season in full flow there was fantastic news for Ford who scooped three major awards at the 2021 What Car? Awards. The Puma has been awarded Small SUV of the Year, while the hotly anticipated Puma ST takes Sports SUV of the Year. The third award, Pick-Up of the Year, has gone to the best-selling Ford Ranger.

WATCH: The Golden Gates are thrown open in Colin

120 JOBS have been created as the new McDonald’s outlet at McKinstry Road opened its doors on Wednesday.

First it was cross-community, now it is cross border: Hillview hosts mental health discussion

A POSITIVE discussion on mental health featuring speakers from both sides of the border has been praised for its immediate impact.

Belfast company provides digital skills to people affected by pandemic

A Belfast recruitment company has helped people from disadvantaged communities find jobs and learn vital digital skills during the Covid-19 crisis.

Local lad Aaron hits the perfect shot

A MEMBER of Dunmurry Golf Club had onlookers doing a double-take when he hit a beautiful hole in one – aged only 11.

WATCH: Cullingtree residents celebrate lifting of shielding

RESIDENTS of Cullingtree Fold on the Falls Road took part in a private folk concert and tea party this week.

PROPERTY PULSE: House with green space like modern-day Garden of Eden in Covid-era property market

A front or back garden is having a dramatic upward impact on the price of property during the pandemic.

Tune in tonight for Van the Man birthday bash at EastSide Arts Festival

The EastSide Arts Festival wraps up 16th August but there is still lots to see and do across music, theatre, literature, story-telling, visual art, talks and tours under the theme, moments of Joy. Events can be enjoyed online from the comfort of your own home, outdoors in person, or in a small number of East Belfast locations as part of a live, socially distanced audience – all within Covid-19 safety guidelines.

North Belfast man Leonard Nugent started out with a £20 wheelbarrow but went on to build a £20m company

A BELFAST native is hoping to inspire young people just starting out on their business careers that anything is possible with his new book.

VIDEO FOCUS: Heatwave is Turning up the heat on a new wave of beauty

OPENED six years ago on the Oldpark Road, Heatwave tanning salon has established itself as one of the most popular and best of its kind in the city.

Frampton will bid to cement his 'Legacy' against Herring in Dubai

O'Neill strikes late to make it back-to-back wins for Cliftonville

Documentary on what it means to be a Celtic fan will broadcast tonight

Reds to enjoy home comforts against Sky Blues

Mindfulness Moment: Catching yourself on

LIAM MURPHY: Malvinas' memories are Nott for faint-hearted

DÚLRA: Fire fighters to rescue as terrier Mac gets stuck in 'bowels of the earth'

OPINION: Might Northern Irish protocol be a step towards resolving 'monstrous injustice'?

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