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Disgraced rock star Ian Watkins killed in prison attack

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Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 9h

Former Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins has died after being attacked in HMP Wakefield.

Former Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins has died after being attacked in HMP Wakefield.

NI man behind iconic rave phenomenon that’s taken world by storm: ‘Belfast would love it, but laws won’t let us come home’

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Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 9h

Belfast man Johnny Lacey is the brains behind a “bingo rave phenomenon” that has taken the world by storm.

There aren’t many events which have seen Nadine Coyle and the Cheeky Girls take to the stage – or which attract the likes of Samuel L Jackson.

Blessed are the peacemakers, declared Donald Trump this week, quoting Jesus in that self-flattering way of his.

Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 9h

Donald Trump is a narcissist and a liar… but this week he managed the unimaginable

Mike Nesbitt warns ‘transformational’ change to doctor’s prescription system is seven years away

Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 10h

The introduction of e-prescriptions in Northern Ireland could take up to seven years.

The introduction of e-prescriptions in Northern Ireland could take up to seven years.

English nationalism now the main threat to NI’s place in Union, warns Nesbitt at UUP conference

Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 11h

English nationalism has become the greatest threat to Northern Ireland’s place in the Union, the UUP leader has claimed.

English nationalism has become the greatest threat to Northern Ireland’s place in the Union, the UUP leader has claimed.

UDA bosses on informer watch after cops ‘tipped off’ over gun to be used for a kneecapping

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Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 11h

Cops are carrying out ballistic tests on a gun found in a wooded area of Newtownabbey once known as ‘Kneecap Alley’ to see if it can be linked to South East Antrim UDA shootings.

Cops are carrying out ballistic tests on a gun found in a wooded area of Newtownabbey once known as ‘Kneecap Alley’ to see if it can be linked to South East Antrim UDA shootings.

Pictured: Shamed ex-teacher who tried to send naked photos to young girls then cried out for mum when he was jailed

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Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 14h

This is the shamed ex-teacher who sent naked photos to what he thought was a 13-year-old girl - then cried for his mum when he was jailed

This is the shamed ex-teacher who sent naked photos to what he thought was a 13-year-old girl - then cried for his mum when he was jailed.

Rick Astley to appeal to NI crowd for return of legendary jacket from hit song: ‘Somebody grabbed it’

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Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 16h

Come on then, who nicked Rick's jacket? 🙈

Singer Rick Astley has joked that he will use his Belfast gig next year to appeal for the return of his prized jacket.

Tributes as ‘gentle giant’ (21) who died in crash is named as ‘integral part' of NI company

Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 16h

"He was known not only for his exceptional work ethic but also for his kindness, warmth, and quiet nature"

A young man who died in a crash in Co Tyrone has been described as a gentle giant.

NI’s first integrated primary looks back as it celebrates 40 years together: ‘The original risk-takers’

Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 16h

‘The original risk-takers’

Doves were released as a symbolic gesture as Northern Ireland’s first integrated primary school celebrated 40 years of education across the religious divide.

Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 17h

An “extraordinary and intelligent” great-grandmother is preparing to celebrate her 105th birthday at the end of the year.
Maureen Helena Hastings was born on December 8, 1920 and is the older sister of the late renowned hotelier Sir William Hastings tinyurl.com/ydxrbksf

These two are hand-in-hand in thinking shooting and bombing was alright. Who’s on the other side of the argument? The rest of us

Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 17h

"We are the ones who end up being the actual targets someone else decides is legitimate. We are also the collateral damage ‘in the wrong place at the wrong time’."

Was anyone really surprised at the views expressed by Michelle Gildernew and Jamie Bryson that some murders during the Troubles could be justified?

‘Anger across unionism should not be underestimated’: Letter slams Belfast council’s Irish language policy

Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 17h

A statement from key unionist mediators of the Good Friday Agreement has cited concerns that the policy could threaten the peace deal

Unionist negotiators of the Good Friday Agreement have warned that the anger across unionism against a new Irish language policy “should not be underestimated.”

UK visitors to southern Europe ‘should allocate four hours for border checks’

Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 18h

UK travellers visiting countries such as Spain, Portugal and Italy are being urged to prepare for four-hour queues when a new EU border system comes into force tomorrow

UK travellers visiting countries such as Spain, Portugal and Italy are being urged to prepare for four-hour queues when a new EU border system comes into force on Sunday.

Our understanding of the Troubles could be drastically changed… but declassified file disproves claim about government meddling in 'official' histories

Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 18h

Exclusive | Government now says it has never interfered in what official historians have written – but document we’ve found disproves that

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In The Steel Shutter, a remarkable Troubles film made more than half a century ago, nine people from Belfast were taken to Philadelphia to sit in a circle and talk while being filmed by the celebrated...

Apology from Sinn Fein councillor for ‘mummy’ jibe at Alliance woman

Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 18h

The Alliance Party said the comment "was completely out of order" while Sinn Fein said an apology "was appropriate"

A Sinn Fein councillor apologised during a Belfast City Council meeting for an “inappropriate, misogynistic” comment he made towards an Alliance representative.

Inside The Firm: A ‘cross-community’ and expanding drugs gang with more firepower than the paramilitaries

Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 18h

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The jailing of two men for Malcolm McKeown's murder has turned the spotlight on ruthless group. Our Crime Correspondent Allison Morris has the latest.

When the crime gang known as The Firm first emerged, few took the idea of a Northern Ireland based ‘cross-community’ criminal enterprise seriously.

Woman suffered suicidal thoughts after unlawful detention for five days at NI immigration centre

Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 19h

A report said the Spanish woman "had been held for five days before the Home Office realised she was detained in error with no lawful basis for her detention"

A Spanish woman who was detained unlawfully in a Northern Ireland immigration centre suffered suicidal thoughts and had to be constantly watched, an inspection report into the centre has revealed.

‘We’ve had regulars from day one’: Inside the NI pub that’s seen its fair share of drama over the decades

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Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 1d

The quiet but deceptive bar has hosted well-known musicians, Derry Girls and loyal locals.

On a calm autumnal afternoon, in the wake of Storm Amy, the Point Bar at Magilligan feels like a pub on the edge of civilisation, an idyllic, peaceful spot to clear your head and listen to the waves —...

‘I’m an interior designer – here are nine ways people waste money when designing their home’

Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 1d

An interior designer shares some of the common ways people waste money when designing their home – and how to avoid them.

Whether you’re putting your stamp on a new build or breathing life into a period property, decorating your home can transform it into a space you’ll love for years to come.

Jeffrey Donaldson court case: Key reminders after today’s hearing

Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 1d

The case involving Jeffrey Donaldson and his wife Eleanor was back in court today - here’s what we know so far.

The case involving Jeffrey Donaldson and his wife Eleanor was back in court today - here’s what we know so far.

Meet the Belfast photographer with a side hustle uncovering historic memories: ‘People cry their eyes out’

Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 1d

Belfast photographer Rachel Cooke specialises in restoring and digitising old photos and film, and says the most exciting part of the process is being the first person to see images that have been hidden for decades.

When Rachel Cooke gets to work on a batch of old negatives, she never knows quite what she’s going to uncover.

NI v Slovakia | Michael O’Neill’s side looking to take massive stride towards World Cup at Windsor Park

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Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 1d

Northern Ireland welcome Slovakia to Windsor Park tonight. Follow all the action in our live blog 👇

Northern Ireland welcome Slovakia to Windsor Park tonight (7:45pm) looking to take a massive stride towards a potential place at the World Cup finals next year.

The Unholylands must be praised for shining a new light on this somewhat controversial area

Belfast Telegraph @belfasttelegraph.co.uk · 1d

"Thousands of people from across Northern Ireland have helped to give the Holylands its bad name, but praise must go to the small gang of talented individuals who have given it its new name..."

The complaints line to the U105 Phone-In has been buzzing as usual; people less than happy with how life is treating them. Anything from flags to farms, parking tickets to pizza prices, it’s difficult...