Two cars destroyed after arson attack in Co Down town
Two cars have been destroyed following a Co Down arson attack on Wednesday night. Police said the incident targeted the vehicles outside a property in the Manse Close area of…
BBC issues apology to staff over handling of Russell Brand complaints as broadcaster publishes findings of review
The BBC has published a review into Russell Brand’s conduct during his time at the corporation, examining eight complaints and revealing failures in handling inappropriate behaviour between 2006 and 2008.…
TAKEAWAYS: On Morgan Rielly, the Maple Leafs’ lack of scoring and power plays
The Maple Leafs need to get out of town. With some luck, maybe they’ll find their scoring touch in Western Canada and Seattle on a four-game trip that begins on…
Diabetes experts say one diet swap cuts rate of blood sugar and heart disease
Diabetes researchers have named one major diet swap that helps reduce blood sugar levels and your risk of developing heart disease. High blood sugar, known as hyperglycemia, is harmful because…
Shane Todd up against big name stars for Comedian of the Year award
Holywood comedian Shane Todd has been nominated for Ticketmaster’s Comedian of the Year.
Mike Tyson, 58, provides health update with boxing icon ‘not fully recovered’ from Jake Paul fight
Mike Tyson has revealed he’s feeling ‘pretty good’ after losing to Jake Paul back in November – but has also revealed he’s not sure if he’s fully recovered. The boxing…
DWP letters to 660,000 people on one benefit from next week
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is intensifying its efforts to move claimants from income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), with or without Housing Benefit, to Universal Credit. An…
Belfast man accused of strangulation and false imprisonment freed on bail
A 30-year-old Belfast man accused of strangling and falsely imprisoning a woman in her own home has been granted bail.
Snooker star taken to hospital after being forced to withdraw from German Masters
Snooker star Ricky Walden has been forced to withdraw from the German Masters after being hospitalised on Wednesday night. The 42-year-old was taken to hospital ahead of his scheduled last-16…
DWP ‘£105 pay boost’ update for those on state pension, Universal Credit, PIP
Following concerns regarding a possible raise in the one-time £10 payment distributed to numerous claimants, the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a response. This tax-free £10 Christmas…