The cost of crossing the Darien Gap
The Darien Gap is a dangerous stretch of land between Panama and Colombia. Each year hundreds of thousands of migrants cross in hope of reaching the USA. It comes at…
‘This is an attractive place to work and live’: Education Minister hopes trend of young people leaving NI is turning
Education Minister Paul Givan believes Northern Ireland remains “a very attractive place to live and work” for young people. He was speaking as thousands of students received their AS and…
Council tax alert: Calls for rate ‘freeze’ as bill receipts rise by 214%
Council tax receipts have skyrocketed in recent years by 214 per cent with experts calling for the Government to introduce a “freeze” on any further hikes to the levy. Analysis…
Ukrainian drone attack damages 2 hangars as fighting in Russia grinds on
KYIV, Ukraine — A Ukrainian drone attack on Russian air bases damaged at least two hangars and other areas, satellite images analyzed by The Associated Press on Thursday show. Images…
Record re-booking rates and robust rental increases mark Empiric’s mid-year financial results
Empiric Student Property has reported a like-for-like rental growth of 10.5 per cent in the first half of its 2024 financial year, as demand for student accommodation outstripped supply. The…
Planning reform ‘must be express priority’ for Programme for Government
The reform of the planning process here must be an “express priority” for the next Programme for Government, it’s been claimed. There have been widespread business and industry calls for…
Hundreds attend vigil for girl, 7, swept away in Thames River: ‘Full of love’
An estimated 300 people gathered Wednesday evening for a candlelight vigil honouring Anna Bielli, the seven-year-old London girl who died after being swept away in the storm-swollen Thames River earlier…
Fire safety warnings handed to Hinkley Point C firms resolved
Four companies issued with warnings over failures in fire safety at Hinkley Point C have made improvements at the request of the nuclear watchdog. The Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR)…
Boy, 15, becomes first person charged with riot following nationwide disorder
A 15-year-old boy has become the first person to be charged with riot following the recent nationwide disorder. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said the teenager, who cannot be named…
Sussex chief of staff exit ‘could be because of Colombia trip’, suggests Michael Cole
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have been warned of the possible “risks” of visiting South America, as the royal couple are set to begin their tour of Colombia. The Sussexes…