Artists who were supported by the late chief executive of a disabled-led charity have described how influential she was in shaping them and their work.

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New murals are breathing life into certain areas and have been hailed as "stunning" - and it's easy to see why.

New project to reimagine NI's public spaces

10 year old Jay and 8 year old Lucie are to be the stars of charity calendar in Dublin to promote awareness of Down's Syndrome.

Two Co Down children with Down's Syndrome modelling for charity calendar

A scientist once described as “the rockstar of space” in Northern Ireland, Professor Alan Fitzsimmons from Queen's University Belfast, is working on an international mission to keep Earth safe from asteroids.

A scientist once described as “the rockstar of space” in Northern Ireland is working on an international mission to keep Earth safe from asteroids.

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Switzerland's Haris Seferovic penalty is saved by Northern Ireland's Bailey Peacock-Farrell during the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifying match at Windsor Park, Belfast. 
Picture date: Wednesday September 8, 2021.
Picture by: Niall Carson / PA Images

Peacock-Farrell ensured there would be no repeat of events four years ago - when the Swiss ended Northern Irish hopes of reaching the 2018 finals.

Peacock-Farrell's penalty save earns Northern Ireland a point

Republic of Ireland's John Egan (left) and Shane Duffy celebrates the own goal of Serbia's Nikola Milenkovic (not pictured) during the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifying match at Aviva Stadium, Dublin. 
Picture date: Tuesday September 7, 2021.
Picture by: Niall Carson / PA Images

Sergej Milinkovic-Savic was both hero and villain for Serbia as the Republic of Ireland struck late once again to snatch a World Cup qualifying draw.

Ireland grab draw as Milinkovic-Savic goes from hero to zero

Northern Ireland's Steven Davis.
Picture by: Brian Lawless / PA Images 
Date taken:  31-03-2021 

Switzerland ended Northern Ireland's hopes of reaching the 2018 finals with a hugely controversial 1-0 play-off win thanks to a disputed penalty.

Switzerland clash not a revenge mission for NI, says Davis

Ulster have announced the signing of 30-year-old lock Mick Kearney on a short-term deal.

Ulster sign Mick Kearney on short-term contract

16,000 supporters will be able to attend the game at Windsor Park next month.

16,000 fans to attend Northern Ireland's World Cup qualifier against Switzerland

Ulster GAA secretary McAvoy urges young people to avail of the Covid-19 vaccine ahead of the club championship seasons that start over the coming weeks

Ulster GAA secretary McAvoy urges young people to avail of the Covid-19 vaccine

Incoming NIFL CEO Gerard Lawlor says clubs need clarity in regards to fans as the new Irish Premiership campaign approaches

NIFL seek clarity from NI Executive on fans return to stadiums

Both Linfield and Larne FC are out of the Europa Conference League after what turned out to be a disappointing night for the local clubs.

Linfield and Larne out of Europa Conference League

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A Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) patrol car equipped with Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras in Belfast.
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Police are investigating after seven vehicles were set alight at a commercial premises in Downpatrick. 

Police investigating arson attack in Downpatrick

Unionists have questioned Irish President Michael D Higgins' decision not to attend a Northern Ireland centenary service in alongside the Queen next month.

Unionists question Irish President's decision not to attend NI centenary service

Police are in attendance at a serious one vehicle collision on the Ballyutoag Road in Crumlin. Motorists are urged to seek alternative routes

Police attend serious one vehicle collision in Crumlin

Opposition to a Government plan to ban future prosecutions related to the Northern Ireland Troubles is to be raised with a United Nations body.

Victims to raise troubles 'amnesty' with UN body

The latest forecast for Northern Ireland with data from the Met Office.

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"A male voluntarily attended Musgrave Police Station on Wednesday 15th September"

Man interviewed under caution by detectives investigating murder, police say

One resident told us that he feels like he's being "robbed of joy"

Police make 10 arrests over three nights in Holyland area of Belfast

Marian and her young boyfriend had just visited her mother, to tell her that she was expecting

Marian Brown: Pregnant teenager killed at height of the Troubles

Geoff, whose career in journalism spanned nearly 30 years, was diagnosed with leukaemia in 2017.

Tributes to former ITV News editor Geoff Hill, who has died aged 52

The UK, US and Australia have struck a defence deal to help Australia acquire nuclear-powered submarines, reportedly in response to the threat posed by China.

'We've been stabbed in the back': France attacks UK's new submarine deal

A shopping centre in Worcestershire has been evacuated after a bomb threat was made against a store. 

Shopping centre evacuated as bomb threat made against store

An article in the BMJ said the period disruption was 'short-lived' and most women return to normal after one cycle.

Thousands of women report period disruption after jabs but changes ‘short-lived’

Detectives investigating the death of a five-year-old girl in Ealing have charged her mother with murder, the Metropolitan Police said.

Officers were called to Leyborne Avenue just before 1pm on Tuesday.

Detectives investigating death of girl, 5, charge mother with murder

The former Gunners striker was visiting a fan-favourite cafe and community club near the Emirates.

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Having a learning difficulty or asthma are among the medical exemptions DHSC guidance says care staff can use to not have a Covid jab, Paul Brand reports.

Covid: Care workers can opt-out of jab by 'self-certifying' medical exemption

16-09-21 Game of Thrones prequel filming on Holywell Bay-Cornwall Live/BPM Media

The Game of Thrones prequel House of the Dragon is currently being shot at Holywell Bay on National Trust land.

Holiday park claims Game of Thrones filming is driving guests away

‘Nick’ the dolphin went viral after he was filmed swimming with people in Hayle harbour.

Dolphin from viral Cornwall video dies after being hit by boat

Care homes in the region a facing a staff shortage.

The GMB estimated that up to 70,000 care home workers in England may not be fully vaccinated by the November 11 deadline.

No jab, no job policy will see 'exodus' of care home workers, say unions

Marks & Spencer has been forced to close 11 of its French stores as Brexit supply issues disrupts fresh and chilled food.

'Brexit food shortages' force Marks & Spencer to close 11 French stores

Walley's Quarry Landfill Site, in Silverdale, Staffordshire

Regulators of Walleys Quarry were accused of emitting noxious gases that risk shortening her son's life.

Walleys Quarry: Mother of 5-year-old wins case against Environment Agency

The organisation, Republic, said it hopes the billboard will "trigger a revitalised public debate about the monarchy and how we're governed."

Anti-monarchy billboards appear around south Wales 

Ryan Alford was traveling on Station road in East Preston when his scooter when off the road.

Family pay tribute to teenager who died in crash

The then 19-year-old told police she was attacked by 12 Israeli tourists in an Ayia Napa hotel room but was later charged with public mischief.

UK woman convicted over Cyprus gang rape claim seeks to overturn verdict 

Noel and Liam Gallagher's estranged dad could be made homeless after losing the Oasis stars' childhood house as the victim of an alleged property 'fraud'.

Noel and Liam Gallagher's dad victim of alleged property 'fraud'

A large fire broke out in the Milburngate development area on Wednesday afternoon. Emergency services remain at the scene dealing with the incident.

Roads re-open again following large fire in Durham city centre

Detectives are appealing for witnesses and information after a woman was attacked in Edgware.

The rape was reported to have occurred in Watling Park off Cressingham Road in Edgware at approximately 21:30hrs on Saturday, 28 August.



The victim, a woman in her 50s, is being supported by specially trained officers.

CCTV appeal after woman is raped in north London

The prime minister will follow a day of high-profile changes with a further shake-up the more junior roles in government.

Hirings and firings continue as PM promises new Cabinet will 'level up UK'

The new partnership and robot rollout are key to Co-op's plans to speed up "rapid kerb to kitchen grocery delivery" as it strives to lift online sales.

RoboShop: Co-op partners with Amazon and extends robot delivery service

It has emerged human tissue samples relating to five of those killed were retained following post-mortem exams without the consent and knowledge of next of kin

Ballymurphy families 'distressed' over retained tissue samples

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