South Belfast News

Strike at Guinness canning factory won't hit Christmas supplies, says company

GUINNESS-lovers will still be able to enjoy a pint or two at home over the Christmas period despite strike action by staff at a Belfast cannery.

Anger as BBCNI claims Divis Flats child was killed by 'stray bullet' while RUC was 'dispersing rioters'

BBCNI has come in for scathing criticism over its coverage of a police apology to the family of a child killed in the Divis/Falls pogrom of August 1969.

ANDRÉE MURPHY: While Kenova has value, it remains window-dressing at its core

IN a long 164 pages that spends much time justifying its own existence and approach, the Kenova Report will leave many people wondering how £40 million could be spent by the state investigating historic murders and practices, with only one prosecution and zero chances of further prosecutions, no admission of liability from any actor to the conflict, and no formal accountability.

Gaelic Games: Antrim announce county football and hurling league fixtures for 2026

ANTRIM GAA have announced their sets of fixtures ahead of the 2026 Allianz Antrim League campaign for both hurling and Gaelic football which kick-start next spring.

Soccer: Round Two of the McReynold's Cup as DC and Swifts clinch big victories

THE McReynold's Cup resumed last Saturday and saw multiple clubs go toe-to-toe in search of cup glory in the second round of fixtures which gave sides the chance to continue their good forms or rectify last week's opening round which saw defeats for Belfast Celtic in the opening round.

New report highlights growing North-South economic gap

A NEW report has highlighted the growing chasm in the economic performance of the Republic of Ireland and the North.

Ulster University freezes staff promotions in row over fee levels

STAFF promotions at Ulster University have been halted after a “town hall” meeting between management and workers.

Gaelic Games: St John's boss reflects on defining year for St John's hurling

“IT has meant so much to my family as St John's means everything to us,” admitted St John's boss Gerard Cunningham, reflecting on the West Belfast club's hurling success this year.

Visual artist Shahrukh to launch new exhibition in Belfast

AN acclaimed visual artist is set to launch her new exhibition in Belfast this week.

Soccer: Boys in Green discover World Cup fate after finals draw

THE Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland have both discovered their potential World Cup opponents in next summer's tournament after the draw took place in Washington DC on Friday evening.

DÚLRA: Dúlra will have to be patient for that Bí Gaelach

THESE bees are our finest local residents – because they literally consist of the Best of the West.

HEALTHWISE: Diet is a vital component in your skin regime

EATING a diverse and balanced diet is very important for skin health. A diet that is rich in vitamins (A, B2, B3, B6, C, D and E) and minerals (zinc and selenium) is key for skin health.

GERRY ADAMS: An open letter to my unionist neighbours

I WANT to respectfully reach out to my unionist neighbours at this time of ongoing change on our island and continuous turbulence and conflict in parts of our world. We should count our blessings. Imperfect though it might be, we have peace and the ability to work out our difficulties peacefully.

GALLERY: Aisling Awards 2025 social pictures

THE 29th annual Aisling Awards took place at the Europa Hotel on Friday, November 29 with over 500 guests attending during the gala evening where awards were presented in several categories including sport, local business, arts and culture, environment, the Irish language, education and health and wellbeing.

GALLERY: Winners crowned at 2025 Aisling Awards

THE best of Belfast was crowned at the Europa Hotel last Friday night at the 29th annual Aisling Awards.

BOXING: McComb TKO seals victory