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Winter Solstice Marks Shortest Day of 2025

The 2025 winter solstice arrives on 21 December, bringing the shortest day and longest night to the UK. Discover the science behind this astronomical event and why brighter days are ahead.

Northern Lights 2026: Best Viewing in a Decade

Meteorologist John Griffiths reveals 2026 will be a peak year for the Aurora Borealis. Discover the best places in the UK and Europe to witness the dazzling natural light show.

Two dead in Bus Éireann coach and car crash

Two people have died after a collision between a Bus Éireann coach and a car on the Derrylin Road near Enniskillen. Emergency services responded to the scene. Read the latest updates.

NI race hate crimes reach third highest level

Police figures reveal race hate incidents in Northern Ireland have surged to the third highest level on record, with a sharp increase linked to anti-immigration riots. Urgent calls for a new anti-racism strategy follow.

Best Northern Lights Cruises for 2026

Discover how a cruise offers the ultimate Northern Lights experience. Explore 2026 sailings to Norway, Iceland & Greenland with expert guides and dark skies for optimal viewing.

NI smoking ban faces Brexit legal hurdle

Labour's ambitious plan to outlaw smoking and vaping in Northern Ireland could breach the Brexit Windsor Framework, warns former Attorney General Sir Jonathan Jones in explosive legal analysis.

Rugby Championship expands with South Africa, Argentina from 2026

The Rugby Championship is undergoing its biggest transformation since 2012, with South Africa and Argentina confirmed to join Australia in an expanded southern hemisphere tournament from 2026, reshaping international rugby's competitive landscape.

Northern Ireland pupils forced into Republic's schools

Dozens of Northern Irish pupils are being educated in the Republic of Ireland as Derry's school capacity crisis reaches breaking point, raising urgent questions about educational provision and cross-border cooperation.

UK's Most Westerly Village Holds a Secret American Link

Uncover the hidden charms of Belleek, Northern Ireland. This remote village isn't just the UK's most westerly point—it boasts a stunning castle, a unique US connection, and a serene escape from the modern world.

Reform UK Would Axe Northern High-Speed Rail Schemes

Richard Tice announces Reform UK would axe HS2 northern leg and Northern Powerhouse Rail, prioritising road and local rail upgrades instead, in a major policy shift affecting northern infrastructure.

Ozone Layer Repair Is Warming The Planet

New scientific research reveals a cruel climate twist: the successful repair of the ozone layer is inadvertently accelerating global warming in the Southern Hemisphere by altering wind patterns.

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