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Ireland PoliticsFireworks and bottles thrown at police in second night of Ballymena violencePolice say a number of homes and businesses were attacked as violence erupted again on Tuesday night.21 mins agoNorthern IrelandAnnouncement due over UK government's Casement fundingPressure has been building on ministers to make a decision, which is now anticipated as part of the Spending Review.7 hrs agoNorthern IrelandChallenge over secret intelligence goes to Supreme CourtThe government is bringing a case over the release of intelligence relating to the 1994 murder of Paul Thompson.1 hr agoNorthern IrelandWinter fuel payment scammers already 'targeting pensioners'Stormont Minister Gordon Lyons says it's disgraceful that scammers are trying to dupe pensioners less than 24 hours after the payment was restored.14 hrs agoNorthern Ireland'Euro 2016 similarities but youthful NI forging own path'After a gritty win over Iceland, Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill wants his young side to forge their own path despite comparisons to his Euro 2016 side.18 mins agoNI MenAnnouncement due over UK government's Casement fundingPressure has been building on ministers to make a decision, which is now anticipated as part of the Spending Review.7 hrs agoNorthern IrelandStudents may drop out over creche fee rise, says unionStudents with children will have to pay three times the current cost for childcare from September. 1 hr agoNorthern IrelandBelfast Zoo closed for a second day after E.coli outbreakThe zoo closed on Tuesday as a "precautionary measure" and authorities hope to reopen "as soon as possible".1 hr agoNorthern IrelandChallenge over secret intelligence goes to Supreme CourtThe government is bringing a case over the release of intelligence relating to the 1994 murder of Paul Thompson.1 hr agoNorthern IrelandSecurity alert in Strabane declared a hoaxA suspicious device was discovered in the Evish Square area of Strabane on Tuesday morning10 hrs agoNorthern IrelandEx-Sinn Féin worker says he was used as Jamie Bryson go-betweenThomas O'Hara told Belfast Crown Court that Daithí McKay assured him there was "nothing criminal" about passing on the messages.14 hrs agoNorthern IrelandEd Sheeran says he identifies culturally as IrishThe star, whose dad is from Belfast, says he feels culturally Irish because 'that's what I grew up with.'18 hrs agoSuffolkRepublic of Ireland 'sloppy and boring' in Luxembourg drawRepublic of Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson says his side were "sloppy" and "boring" in their 0-0 friendly draw with Luxembourg.8 hrs agoR. of Ireland MenInvestigation complete after alleged incident at ombudsman's home A file of evidence is sent to prosecutors following an alleged incident at Marie Anderson's home in September 2023.14 hrs agoNorthern IrelandFeatures & AnalysisCastle under village park could date to 17th centuryThere are a number of buildings from different eras which have been uncovered in Moira Demesne.16 hrs agoNorthern IrelandNI Olympians donate money to boost local sport The funding, donated by Northern Ireland's six medallists from the Paris Olympics, will go towards new equipment.2 days agoNorthern Ireland'I spent Christmas at an Irish League game,' says Dutch groundhopperOne Dutch football groundhopper celebrated Christmas in Belfast, with four Irish League games in a row.2 days agoWhat will the Spending Review mean for NI public services?It will allocate money to public services for three years and set infrastructure budgets for four years. 3 days agoNorthern IrelandWatch/Listen5G mast arson attacks impact medication access Between January 2023 and December 2024, there were 13 incidents involving masts in west Belfast, the NIFRS said.2 days agoNorthern Ireland'They should be proud' - Butler praises NI crew behind How to Train Your dragonGerard Butler has been showing off his attempt at a Northern Irish accent and praising the NI film crew.5 days agoNorthern IrelandYour Belsonic 2025 questions answeredThe annual event kicks off on Thursday and runs until the end of June.6 days agoNorthern IrelandWatch: Dunlop wins Supertwin TT to extend recordWatch as Michael Dunlop claims a record-extending 31st victory at the Isle of Man TT by winning the Supertwins opener on Tuesday.7 days agoMotorbikesListen live: BBC Radio UlsterFoyle & West£10m Derry regeneration funding gets minister's approvalGordon Lyons says the fund "will make a "significant contribution" to the city's regeneration.13 hrs agoNorthern IrelandFood delivery driver suffers burn injuries in attackThe man was working in Creggan in Londonderry in the early hours of Tuesday when he was attacked.18 hrs agoNorthern IrelandBarber says he will stay open after 'hate' attack Police are treating the attack in Drumahoe, County Londonderry, as a hate crime.2 days agoNorthern IrelandWill the lights ever come back on at a £1m piece of public art? 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Bad puns with top political coverage from BBC Northern Ireland.The State of UsTara Mills and Declan Harvey react and reflect on news stories in a BBC NI podcast.Latest updates21 mins agoFireworks and bottles thrown at police in second night of Ballymena violencePolice say a number of homes and businesses were attacked as violence erupted again on Tuesday night.21 mins agoNorthern Ireland1 hr agoBelfast Zoo closed for a second day after E.coli outbreakThe zoo closed on Tuesday as a "precautionary measure" and authorities hope to reopen "as soon as possible".1 hr agoNorthern Ireland1 hr agoChallenge over secret intelligence goes to Supreme CourtThe government is bringing a case over the release of intelligence relating to the 1994 murder of Paul Thompson.1 hr agoNorthern Ireland1 hr agoStudents may drop out over creche fee rise, says unionStudents with children will have to pay three times the current cost for childcare from September. 1 hr agoNorthern Ireland7 hrs agoAnnouncement due over UK government's Casement fundingPressure has been building on ministers to make a decision, which is now anticipated as part of the Spending Review.7 hrs agoNorthern Ireland10 hrs agoSecurity alert in Strabane declared a hoaxA suspicious device was discovered in the Evish Square area of Strabane on Tuesday morning10 hrs agoNorthern Ireland13 hrs ago£10m Derry regeneration funding gets minister's approvalGordon Lyons says the fund "will make a "significant contribution" to the city's regeneration.13 hrs agoNorthern Ireland14 hrs agoInvestigation complete after alleged incident at ombudsman's home A file of evidence is sent to prosecutors following an alleged incident at Marie Anderson's home in September 2023.14 hrs agoNorthern Ireland14 hrs agoWinter fuel payment scammers already 'targeting pensioners'Stormont Minister Gordon Lyons says it's disgraceful that scammers are trying to dupe pensioners less than 24 hours after the payment was restored.14 hrs agoNorthern Ireland...