Politics LIVE: Starmer’s ‘outlandish’ Chagos deal ‘could be challenged in court’ as Trump makes last-ditch intervention for deal
Labour’s controversial Chagos deal is under further pressure as it could be challenged in court while President Donald Trump makes a last minute intervention. Former government law officer Sir Michael…
‘I saw business through his eyes, not as a modern factory but as a product of two-and-a-half centuries’
The closure of William Clark & Sons near Maghera at the end of last year marked the end of a rich history of linen manufacturing in the village of Upperlands,…
‘I’m a beauty writer and this AI tool built my ‘perfect’ skincare routine for free’
The realm of skincare is immense, with literally hundreds of thousands of products to choose from. Combine this with a variety of price ranges and formulations, and you might find…
UK economy sees modest growth in the final months of 2024 – ONS
The UK economy eked out growth in the final quarter of last year after better-than-expected expansion in December, according to official figures.
Met Office issues rare warning over dangerous weather condition
The Met Office has issued a rare warning over a weather phenomenon set to be seen in the UK in the days ahead as the temperatures plummet. Forecasters say that…
Honda, Nissan and Mitsubishi drop plans for integration
Japanese carmakers Honda, Nissan and Mitsubishi have said they are dropping their talks to integrate their businesses.
Yemen’s Houthis emerge from Gaza war emboldened, and with more enemies
Once a largely local threat, Houthis now challenge Israeli and Western interests, leading to increased focus. Protesters, mainly Houthi supporters, hold weapons as they rally to show support for Palestinians…
Israel killed majority of record number of journalists slain in 2024: CPJ
The Committee to Protect Journalists said 2024 was the most dangerous year yet for journalists, with 124 media workers killed. Relatives of Ahmad al-Shayah, a journalist killed in an Israeli…
Rebuilding Gaza: What it would take to win this uphill battle
Israel’s bombing transformed Gaza into a rubble-strewn disaster zone, complicating efforts to rebuild. People shop at the market in Khan Younes struggle to meet basic needs among the collapsed buildings…
Some say it’s a pointless role, but Belfast’s Linda Martin would make a great Irish president
This might seem premature, given that the Irish presidential election won’t be held before the last week in October, but there is a problem and we need to talk about…