Man who travelled from England to NI after grooming teen online and abusing her is jailed
A man from Lancashire who groomed a Belfast teenager online and then travelled from England to sexually abuse her, which he filmed, was handed an eight-year sentence today. Michael Harry…
China launches new terrifying nuclear missile as it flexes its military might
China has test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) into the Pacific Ocean, marking the first such launch in decades. The Chinese defence ministry announced that the missile, carrying a dummy…
Doug Ford pitches digging tunnel under Highway 401 across GTA
Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he is exploring the feasibility of digging a tunnel for traffic and transit under Highway 401 across the Toronto area. But he also says he…
Alleged ‘patsy’ accused of having New IRA assault rifle to be released from custody
An alleged “patsy” accused of having an assault rifle and ammunition belonging to the New IRA in Derry is to be released from custody, a High Court judge has ruled.
Tui passengers felt like ‘prisoners’ after luxury cruise turned into nightmare
Tui passengers on a luxury cruise felt like “prisoners” trapped on board when the ship failed to dock at many of its locations. The Rhine Gems cruise was scheduled to…
Mum of east Belfast murder victim says she was a ‘devoted mother and daughter’ as funeral takes place
The mother of east Belfast murder victim Rachel Simpson has said her family have lost a “loving and devoted mother and daughter”. The 43-year-old’s body was discovered in a garage…
Petrol and diesel car ban causing ‘grave crisis’ as dramatic electric vehicle switch is ‘not sustainable’
The decision to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans by 2035 has been slammed by Italy’s industry minister after he issued a stark warning. Adolfo…
Baileys launches new flavour in time for the colder months ahead
Baileys has launched a new drink in time for autumn, winter and Christmas, Baileys Chocolate. The drink blends the flavours of Irish Cream with Belgian chocolate. Chocolate is the nation’s…
Whooping and cheering throng of Reformers in Birmingham should concentrate the mind of Labour – Stephen Pound
The Party conferences are not just an excuse to mix serious politics with even more serious partying but to present your party to the gaze of the world. How the…
An ‘ideal way’ to plug shortfalls in pension income as the cost of a comfortable retirement hits £738,000
With the cost of a comfortable retirement on the rise, Britons are urged to consider all options that could help “plug the shortfall” in any pension pots. With figures showing…