Belfast News Letter

Peter Fleming draws on decades of experience working with international artists as NKP Songs secures worldwide publishing deal in the USA

A procurement expert with 25 years’ experience who managed more than £1 billion in corporate spend with senior roles at SSE and BAE Systems, has launched a new venture designed to give Belfast businesses access to the buying expertise and supplier leverage

Designed around Ryanair's 40x30x20cm cabin allowance, this 24-litre ETRONIK travel bag is now £12.97 in a limited-time deal.

A group of people “from a Protestant background” have said the Orange Order must “step back from the abyss” in Portadown.

One of Silent Valley's most recognisable historic buildings has been given a new lease of life following the completion of a major conservation and restoration project by NI Water.

A South Belfast councillor has complained the Botanic area is getting the lion’s share of funding, at the expense of Balmoral and even the city centre.

Former Linfield and Glentoran striker Robbie McDaid has been backed to “add even more strength, quality and depth” to Crusaders’ squad after joining the Premiership outfit on a two-year contract.

The rector of Drumcree Parish Church says he has been on the receiving end of a wave of “extremely nasty” messages relating to the current stand-off.

The carrier flagged disruption from two air traffic control issues last month, as well as ATC strikes in Belgium and Mount Etna eruptions.

Former Belfast Giants’ defenceman Jeff Baum has to be thanked for persuading new Canadian forward Kaleb Pearson that moving to the Giants was a good idea.

The survey asks training providers to share data on pricing, delivery formats and AI adoption.

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Road Angel puts a generous touchscreen where your mirror already sits, with front-and-rear recording adding appeal, although the setup comes with compromises

Coloured mascara is making a comeback, but forget the garish shades of old.

Lemonade Dolls' new Flex Collection replaces traditional underwires with an innovative flexible polymer design.

Dermalogica has added a new £65 Stabilizing Repair Serum to its UltraCalming range – and it’s designed to work alongside the brand’s popular Stabilizing Repair Cream for a simple two-step routine.

Jo Malone London's bestselling Orange Marmalade Cologne combines zesty citrus with warm woods, creating a sophisticated £125 scent that surprised me from the first spray.

Councillor Peter Byrne will contest Newry and Armagh for the SDLP in next year’s Assembly convention, replacing Justin McNulty.

The ghd Platinum+ is a premium smart hair straightener with predictive technology, 185°C heat control and 2X more colour protection

Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant described the the situation as being between a ‘rock and a hard place’

An independent review has been announced into the release of killer Gary Anderson.

Two men who carried out a horrific rape on a random teenage female in a car park have been jailed.

The UUP chief Jon Burrows has said that the Westminster government must step in and foot the bill for the Drumcree policing operation.

Motions seeking to boot four Sinn Fein ministers out of office for one year look set to be debated at Stormont after both the DUP and UUP rolled in behind the TUV’s proposal.

Jamie Benson highlighted the reasons why he switched from Premiership club Harlequins to sign for Ulster in the summer, with the chance to play international rugby for Ireland chief among them.

A legal victory for the Orange Order over Drumcree can’t be allowed to become a strategic defeat for unionism – as every day the stand off continues helps Sinn Fein take the focus off its own actions, Jon Burrows has said.

Northern Ireland continue their Nations League campaign on Friday with a trip to Trnava, Slovakia to face Ukraine.

Michael O’Neill has no interest in dwelling on former glories against Ukraine as he focuses on the development of his young Northern Ireland team.

News Letter editorial for Friday, October 2, 2026:

Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill has dismissed any potential suspension concerns and told his players “to just play their normal game” in Friday’s Nations League clash against Ukraine amid frustration over several bookings dished out.

The Secretary of State says that while he appreciates that the Drumcree crisis has distracted the Executive parties, a budget should have been set a long time ago – and officials have been instructed to “consider contingency plans”.

The church at the centre of the Drumcree marching controversy has issued a statement calling for 'reconciliation and building trust' as political talks continue to resolve the dispute.

Claudia Winkleman’s Celebrity Traitors wardrobe is back in the spotlight, and River Island has a £66 pair of black knee-high boots that channel her designer look for a fraction of the price.

There is no doubt that the annual harvest thanksgiving services are a very popular aspect of church life.

Last month the inquest jury found there were no police failings that contributed to the 14-year-old’s death.

A letter from Wallace Thompson:

Northern Ireland Football League (NIFL) Chief Executive Gerard Lawlor insists he wants to ensure “clubs have the information they need to reach an informed position” on any potential switch to the Irish League playing calendar after meeting with members t…

Almost 72% of cancer patients are not beginning treatment by the two month deadline after an urgent GP referral - and figures have dipped this quarter, according to the Department of Health.

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has agreed to confer the Freedom of the Borough on St John Ambulance (NI).

Coleraine manager Ruaidhri Higgins has full faith goals will soon start to flow for “natural-born finisher” Adam Brooks following his six-figure summer transfer from Crusaders.

A motorcyclist has died in a road crash in Carrickfergus.

Time is of the essence for the ageing victims and survivors of mother and baby homes in Northern Ireland awaiting answers in a public inquiry.

Lisburn Road restaurant SHU launches new Bistro offering with lunch and dinner menus aimed at giving diners greater choice and flexibility

Ukraine defender Illia Zabarnyi is braced for a battle against Northern Ireland in a match that could be decided by a single moment.

Northern Ireland are aiming to extend their unbeaten start to the Nations League in Friday’s clash against Ukraine.

Deirdre Hargey was permitted to remain in the meeting on Thursday.

The SDLP has selected its candidate to contest East Belfast at the next Assembly election.

Chief Constable Jon Boutcher answered questions at the Policing Board on day five of the parading dispute.

The consequences of forcing an Orange Order march down the Garvaghy Road in Portadown “could be catastrophic”, Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) Chief Constable Jon Boutcher has said.

Policing the Drumcree dispute has so far cost about £3 million.