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"The place looks and feels like a little slice of Japan..." 🍜
Restaurant review: New spot delivers promise to bring ‘vibrant flavours of Tokyo’s back streets’ to Belfast
Yokocho translates from Japanese as ‘alleyway’ but has evolved to refer to streets packed with bars and eateries in less-explored corners of Japan’s bustling cities.
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January 19, 2026 at 7:49 PM
"The place looks and feels like a little slice of Japan..." 🍜
Protection money from a major drug dealer helped fund a dissident republican’s property empire which includes a Spanish villa and three new-builds in west Belfast.
Coke king’s backhanders fund dissident boss’s property portfolio
Protection money from a major drug dealer helped fund a dissident republican’s property empire which includes a Spanish villa and three new-builds in west Belfast.
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January 19, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Protection money from a major drug dealer helped fund a dissident republican’s property empire which includes a Spanish villa and three new-builds in west Belfast.
The selection of a jury for the inquest into the death of 14-year-old Noah Donohoe almost six years ago has rolled into a second day.
Jury selection ahead of long-awaited Noah Donohoe inquest rolls into second day
The selection of a jury for the inquest into the death of a 14-year-old boy almost six years ago has rolled into a second day.
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January 19, 2026 at 6:21 PM
The selection of a jury for the inquest into the death of 14-year-old Noah Donohoe almost six years ago has rolled into a second day.
Murder victim Wayne Reid named the man who allegedly killed him before he died, a court has heard.
According to police, the 43-year-old contacted two people to say he had been assaulted before succumbing to his injuries.
According to police, the 43-year-old contacted two people to say he had been assaulted before succumbing to his injuries.
Coleraine murder victim Wayne Reid named alleged killer before he died, court told
Murder victim Wayne Reid named the man who allegedly killed him before he died, a court has heard.
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January 19, 2026 at 4:34 PM
Murder victim Wayne Reid named the man who allegedly killed him before he died, a court has heard.
According to police, the 43-year-old contacted two people to say he had been assaulted before succumbing to his injuries.
According to police, the 43-year-old contacted two people to say he had been assaulted before succumbing to his injuries.
Ulster University has defended accepting a series of high-value gifts to senior staff members from Chinese state-backed organisations.
‘All items were recorded in line with policy’: Ulster University defends accepting luxury gifts from China-backed groups
Ulster University (UU) has defended accepting a series of high-value gifts to senior staff members from Chinese state-backed organisations.
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January 19, 2026 at 4:23 PM
Ulster University has defended accepting a series of high-value gifts to senior staff members from Chinese state-backed organisations.
Parents of 19 boys suspended from Lisburn’s Laurelhill Community College have called for an internal investigation using CCTV footage of alleged incidents.
Parents of 19 boys suspended over toxic masculinity claims call for CCTV investigation: ‘We are simply defending our children’
Parents of 19 boys suspended from Lisburn’s Laurelhill Community College have called for an internal investigation using CCTV footage of alleged incidents.
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January 19, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Parents of 19 boys suspended from Lisburn’s Laurelhill Community College have called for an internal investigation using CCTV footage of alleged incidents.
The former boyfriend of tragic murder victim Katie Simpson has opened up for the first time about how killer Jonathan Creswell threatened him in the aftermath of her death.
Evil killer Jonathan Creswell rang victim’s boyfriend with vile threats in aftermath of brutal murder
The former boyfriend of tragic murder victim Katie Simpson has opened up for the first time about how killer Jonathan Creswell threatened him in the aftermath of her death.
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January 19, 2026 at 9:07 AM
The former boyfriend of tragic murder victim Katie Simpson has opened up for the first time about how killer Jonathan Creswell threatened him in the aftermath of her death.
Prince Harry has reportedly arrived in the UK as he prepares to take on the Daily Mail’s publisher ahead of a high-stakes legal battle with the British media giant.
Prince Harry ‘arrives in UK’ ready for High Court battle against Daily Mail publisher
Prince Harry has reportedly arrived in the UK as he prepares to take on the Daily Mail’s publisher ahead of a high-stakes legal battle with the British media giant.
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January 19, 2026 at 8:35 AM
Prince Harry has reportedly arrived in the UK as he prepares to take on the Daily Mail’s publisher ahead of a high-stakes legal battle with the British media giant.
“They spoiled me for pies for life because they were the best pies in the world...”
‘Best in the world’: Praise on national radio sends Co Down pie shop’s sales soaring
Sales of savoury pies from a Moira shop have soared after an Englishman sang its praises on national radio, sparking a frantic hunt for the outlet’s whereabouts.
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January 18, 2026 at 2:41 PM
“They spoiled me for pies for life because they were the best pies in the world...”
"Performing is very pressurised. You’re acting in present time and it’s extremely stressful," the music legend said. “If you look at my calendar, I’ve had to cut back a lot because I had burnout..."
‘The gigs, the travel, the pressure of fame all gave me burnout’: Van Morrison on why he had to cut back his workload
Workaholic Sir Van Morrison admits suffering from PTSD and burnout because of his relentless workload.
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January 18, 2026 at 2:05 PM
"Performing is very pressurised. You’re acting in present time and it’s extremely stressful," the music legend said. “If you look at my calendar, I’ve had to cut back a lot because I had burnout..."
Loyalist who was questioned over the murder of John Boreland claimed blade had only been used on fishing trip
Suspect in UDA gangland execution caught in street armed with a knife
A convicted killer suspected of being behind a loyalist gangland assassination has been found guilty of carrying a knife.
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January 18, 2026 at 1:05 PM
Loyalist who was questioned over the murder of John Boreland claimed blade had only been used on fishing trip
Wilson’s Hospital has become synonymous with the ongoing protest by its history teacher. But there is far more to the school than that, according to students and its new principal.
‘Enoch Burke does not define us’: Life beyond the controversy at the most famous school in Ireland
A 30-minute walk from the nearest village, the principal of Wilson’s Hospital School jokes that its remote location makes it a bit like Alcatraz. There’s little chance of pupils mitching class here.
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January 18, 2026 at 12:24 PM
Wilson’s Hospital has become synonymous with the ongoing protest by its history teacher. But there is far more to the school than that, according to students and its new principal.
Two billionaires have said they are backing Michael Flatley in his dispute with a Northern Irish company that has taken legal action against the dance impresario in a battle for control of the Lord of the Dance shows.
Billionaires say they will back Michael Flatley in legal row with NI company over Lord of the Dance shows
Billionaires Luke Comer and Maurice Regan have said they are backing Michael Flatley in his dispute with a Northern Irish company that has taken legal action against the dance impresario in a battle f...
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January 18, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Two billionaires have said they are backing Michael Flatley in his dispute with a Northern Irish company that has taken legal action against the dance impresario in a battle for control of the Lord of the Dance shows.
New IRA terror veteran Nuala Perry is back on the streets after being released following more than two years in Hydebank Prison.
New IRA terror queen returns home to hero’s welcome after more than two years in prison
New IRA terror veteran Nuala Perry is back on the streets after being released from jail following more than two years in Hydebank Prison.
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January 18, 2026 at 11:30 AM
New IRA terror veteran Nuala Perry is back on the streets after being released following more than two years in Hydebank Prison.
Broadcaster Hugo Duncan has reassured fans who've been shocked by his dramatic five-stone weight loss that he doesn’t have cancer.
In a new interview, the veteran radio star opens up about his health battles and his pride in his late mum.
In a new interview, the veteran radio star opens up about his health battles and his pride in his late mum.
‘It’s not what everyone has been thinking’: Hugo Duncan reassures fans after dramatic weight loss
Singer and broadcaster Hugo Duncan has reassured his thousands of fans who've been shocked by his dramatic five-stone weight loss that he doesn’t have cancer.
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January 18, 2026 at 11:09 AM
Broadcaster Hugo Duncan has reassured fans who've been shocked by his dramatic five-stone weight loss that he doesn’t have cancer.
In a new interview, the veteran radio star opens up about his health battles and his pride in his late mum.
In a new interview, the veteran radio star opens up about his health battles and his pride in his late mum.
"Given that there often appears to be increasingly few policy differences between the DUP, UUP and TUV, a pact would make sense," writes Suzanne Breen.
"But Jon Burrows will be no rollover for Gavin Robinson in any discussions..."
"But Jon Burrows will be no rollover for Gavin Robinson in any discussions..."
Pacts might save some seats, but unionism needs a better strategy to preserve the status quo
He won’t officially take up the job for another fortnight, but already the UUP’s next leader has received a ‘Dear Jon’ letter.
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January 18, 2026 at 9:58 AM
"Given that there often appears to be increasingly few policy differences between the DUP, UUP and TUV, a pact would make sense," writes Suzanne Breen.
"But Jon Burrows will be no rollover for Gavin Robinson in any discussions..."
"But Jon Burrows will be no rollover for Gavin Robinson in any discussions..."
Former Larne FC team bus driver Arlene Leitch has been dealing drugs for almost 20 years, according to locals.
The 54-year-old is currently on bail appealing a four-month prison sentence for attempting to import £10,000 of cannabis to her home.
The 54-year-old is currently on bail appealing a four-month prison sentence for attempting to import £10,000 of cannabis to her home.
‘She’s friends with drug dealers and ran in those circles for years’: Pals rubbish claims ex-Larne FC bus driver was set up
Former Larne FC team bus driver Arlene Leitch has been dealing drugs for almost 20 years, according to locals in the seaside town.
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January 18, 2026 at 9:34 AM
Former Larne FC team bus driver Arlene Leitch has been dealing drugs for almost 20 years, according to locals.
The 54-year-old is currently on bail appealing a four-month prison sentence for attempting to import £10,000 of cannabis to her home.
The 54-year-old is currently on bail appealing a four-month prison sentence for attempting to import £10,000 of cannabis to her home.
"It does not have the budget of blockbuster movies but BBC’s Titanic Sinks Tonight is such a harrowing depiction of lives on the liner in its final hours in April 1912 that it should cause us all to reflect on whether it would be better if the wreck had never been found."
BBC series a haunting reminder that Titanic is a graveyard — and will make many wish wreck was never found and plundered
It does not have the budget of blockbuster movies but BBC’s Titanic Sinks Tonight is such a harrowing depiction of lives on the liner in its final hours in April 1912 that it should cause us all to re...
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January 17, 2026 at 1:55 PM
"It does not have the budget of blockbuster movies but BBC’s Titanic Sinks Tonight is such a harrowing depiction of lives on the liner in its final hours in April 1912 that it should cause us all to reflect on whether it would be better if the wreck had never been found."
A man jailed for striking a paramedic in the face with a belt buckle and trying to drive off in his ambulance has abandoned his appeal against the sentence.
Man who attacked paramedic with belt and tried to take ambulance abandons appeal against jail sentence
A man jailed for striking a paramedic in the face with a belt buckle and trying to drive off in his ambulance has abandoned his appeal against the sentence.
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January 17, 2026 at 12:52 PM
A man jailed for striking a paramedic in the face with a belt buckle and trying to drive off in his ambulance has abandoned his appeal against the sentence.
The Ulster Unionist Party has an opportunity for “revitalisation” under the leadership of Jon Burrows, its incoming deputy leader has said.
But in an interview with Belfast Telegraph, Diana Armstrong said that her reasons for opting to join Mr Burrows’ ticket will remain private.
But in an interview with Belfast Telegraph, Diana Armstrong said that her reasons for opting to join Mr Burrows’ ticket will remain private.
Jon Burrows’ leadership an opportunity for ‘revitalisation’, says UUP running mate Diana Armstrong
The Ulster Unionist Party has an opportunity for “revitalisation” under the leadership of former senior police officer Jon Burrows, its incoming deputy leader has said.
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January 17, 2026 at 12:08 PM
The Ulster Unionist Party has an opportunity for “revitalisation” under the leadership of Jon Burrows, its incoming deputy leader has said.
But in an interview with Belfast Telegraph, Diana Armstrong said that her reasons for opting to join Mr Burrows’ ticket will remain private.
But in an interview with Belfast Telegraph, Diana Armstrong said that her reasons for opting to join Mr Burrows’ ticket will remain private.
A former midwife who was banned from nursing after being caught on CCTV stealing drugs has now been barred from working in social care.
Disgraced ex-midwife who stole drugs from hospital is now barred from social care work
A former midwife who was banned from nursing after being caught on CCTV stealing drugs has now been barred from working in social care.
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January 17, 2026 at 11:40 AM
A former midwife who was banned from nursing after being caught on CCTV stealing drugs has now been barred from working in social care.
A mum-of-six has called for greater fire safety awareness after her 10-year-old son had to be rescued during a house blaze that gutted their family home in Bangor earlier this month.
Bangor mum on house fire ‘chaos’ after son rescued from blaze: ‘It could have been a whole lot worse...’
A mum-of-six has called for greater fire safety awareness after her 10-year-old son had to be rescued during a house blaze that gutted their family home in Bangor earlier this month.
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January 17, 2026 at 10:56 AM
A mum-of-six has called for greater fire safety awareness after her 10-year-old son had to be rescued during a house blaze that gutted their family home in Bangor earlier this month.
Four more people have been arrested in connection with the murder of Wayne Reid.
Four arrested over Coleraine murder amid claims victim was attacked because of £200 debt
Four more people have been arrested in connection with the murder of a man in Coleraine.
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January 17, 2026 at 9:50 AM
Four more people have been arrested in connection with the murder of Wayne Reid.
When you think of destinations for day trips and weekends away in the UK, it is unlikely to be among the places that immediately spring to mind.
But one Co Tyrone town is a surprise entrant on Time Out magazine’s top destinations to visit in 2026.
But one Co Tyrone town is a surprise entrant on Time Out magazine’s top destinations to visit in 2026.
NI town dubbed ‘hidden gem’ by locals after making Time Out’s list of ‘must-visit’ places
When you think of destinations for day trips and weekends away in the UK, it is unlikely to be among the places that immediately spring to mind.
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January 17, 2026 at 9:28 AM
When you think of destinations for day trips and weekends away in the UK, it is unlikely to be among the places that immediately spring to mind.
But one Co Tyrone town is a surprise entrant on Time Out magazine’s top destinations to visit in 2026.
But one Co Tyrone town is a surprise entrant on Time Out magazine’s top destinations to visit in 2026.
An historic listed building in north Belfast could be transformed into a ‘neurodiversity campus’ after new plans were lodged.
New plans revealed for historic Belfast courthouse nearly two decades after its closure
An historic listed building in north Belfast could be transformed into a ‘neurodiversity campus’ after new plans were lodged.
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January 17, 2026 at 9:01 AM
An historic listed building in north Belfast could be transformed into a ‘neurodiversity campus’ after new plans were lodged.