36 m. ago ‘Where are the foreigners’: does a facile explanation lie behind Ballymena’s outbreak of hate?

Northern Ireland faces stark questions over the racism, xenophobia and intolerance that has forced families from abroad to fleeFirst came the shouts as the crowd worked its way through narrow terraced streets, proclaiming its mission to rid the town of “scum”. Then came the shattered glass as rocks exploded through windows. Then the flames, licking up curtains and spreading to sofas, carpets, books and framed pictures until smoke billowed into the summer night.They might have been scenes from another century, another country, but they played out in Northern Ireland this week in the glare of rolling news and social media, which recorded a soundtrack of glee and hate. “Where are the foreigners?” the mob shouted. Continue reading...

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37 m. ago Boden shoppers save 45% on 'stunning' summer midi dress that is 'perfect' for any event

'It's extremely comfortable, the print is bright and it fits perfectly. This may be the best dress I have ever had.'

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68 m. ago Gardeners warned about 'toxic' pest that's 'active' in June and can cause breathing problems

UK gardeners have been warned to keep an eye out for a pest that becomes active in June and can cause serious damage to gardens over the summer months.

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82 m. ago Marks & Spencer's stylish hooded parka is perfect for the UK's unpredictable summer weather

The canvas hooded parka from Marks & Spencer is the perfect lightweight layer for when the weather can't make up its mind, and it's proving to be a hit with shoppers

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85 m. ago Arsenal star makes feelings very clear on Mikel Arteta's latest transfer target

Arsenal have been heavily linked with Real Madrid star Rodrygo this summer and Gabriel has given his possible arrival and ringing endorsement as the Gunners weigh up their options

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94 m. ago How to watch Hitchins vs Kambosos: TV channel and live stream today

The IBF light-welterweight title is on the line in New York

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96 m. ago How to watch URC Grand Final: TV channel and live stream for Leinster vs Bulls today

Croke Park in Dublin plays host to showpiece fixture in United Rugby Championship season

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96 m. ago ‘On a peak under a blue sky’: the joy of summer in Europe’s mountains

Our writer recalls his favourite mountain experiences, from hard-won views to splendid isolation and the comforts of simple refugesAfter a tough scramble to the summit of Rhinog Fach, we look down into the deep valley holding the chilly waters of Llyn Hywel, then west across several miles of heather, bilberry and bare rock to the Welsh coast. Turning my gaze north, there is the entire Llyn peninsula leading east to the peak of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), no doubt weighed down by thousands of visitors. Up here there are just two of us in an utterly peaceful landscape. No clouds on the horizon. No surprises.I lie down for a few minutes and feel myself drift off. There are no human voices to be heard, only birds. Summer has come early to these mountains and I wouldn’t be anywhere else, drinking in that particular kind of tranquillity to be found on a peak under a blue sky. Continue reading...

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97 m. ago Arsenal sensation Ethan Nwaneri handed shock warning by former Gunners star

Theo Walcott has high hopes for Arsenal teenager Ethan Nwaneri but the former Gunners winger says he noticed impatience that was not channelled the right way late in breakthrough season

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97 m. ago Love Island's Arabella Chi introduces new baby amid boyfriend's 'new level of respect'

Former Love Island star Arabella Chi is absolutely glowing. Motherhood clearly suits her, as she gives us a glimpse of adorable baby Gigi with partner Billly Henty in an exclusive shoot

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97 m. ago FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Full list of dates, fixtures, kick

Lionel Messi's Inter Miami get the Club World Cup underway with teams from six major confederations, including 12 European sides, set to battle it out in new big money tournament

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97 m. ago See if Red Arrows will fly past your house in 2025 on interactive schedule map

The Red Arrows will bring dazzling displays to the British Isles and the European mainland this summer - see if they will fly past you on our interactive map below

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97 m. ago 'I'm protecting my children by starving to death this summer'

EXCLUSIVE: Emma Bray, 42, has been given just months to live after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease two years ago. She has now made the heartbreaking decision to end her life this summer

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2 h. ago Roman shoppers praise £25 linen trousers in three colours that go with virtually any summer top

"These trousers fit extremely well and I am very pleased with them. I am considering buying a second pair"

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2 h. ago How to watch Premiership Rugby final: TV channel and live stream for Bath vs Leicester today

Bath have already beaten Leicester twice this season

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2 h. ago Royal Academy Summer Exhibition review: 'where is British art going?'

The Royal Academy’s annual summer show is more packed than ever, but hard to get a handle on

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2 h. ago Airdrie captain calls for 'clean bill of health' after injury

Adam Frizzell hopes the Diamonds got their bad luck out of the way last season

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2 h. ago What is a season ticket? Man City and their fans facing major question

Manchester City are making changes to their season tickets, and a new personal attendance requirement is not going down well with all

Sport

3 h. ago A Border Patrol agent died in 2009. His widow is still fighting a backlogged US program for benefits

When her husband died during a U.S. Border Patrol training program for new agents, Lisa Afolayan applied for the federal benefits promised to families of first responders whose lives are cut short die in the line of duty

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3 h. ago HMRC tells parents of these students to contact them following “GCSE season”

Parents could be at risk of losing their benefit payments as their children finish their GCSE exams

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