9 h. ago Stamp duty ‘not necessarily the biggest barrier’ to buying a home

Experts were reacting to Conservative party leader Kemi Badenoch’s announcement about abolishing stamp duty on people’s primary homes.

Politics

10 h. ago DUP distance themselves from son of founder over comments about a united Ireland

Ian Paisley said in a new BBC podcast that while he was open to conversations, he emphasised his identity is British.

Politics

14 h. ago Temperatures in parts of Britain set to struggle to get above freezing later this month

The arctic blast - if the forecast is correct - will hit Northern Ireland , Scotland, Wales as well as the North of England and parts of the Midlands overnight on October 22.

Politics

15 h. ago Vegan sausage rolls could be banned in Northern Ireland due to Brexit deal

Unionist politicians in Northern Ireland complain the ruling will be forced on them despite its assembly never backing the order

Economics

61 h. ago Christmas roadworks embargo in Belfast brought forward to keep traffic moving

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins said the move will keep traffic flowing as the city centre gets busier in the approach to the festive season.

Events

63 h. ago Gaza ceasefire talks live: Israeli airstrikes continue with negotiations due to begin in Egypt

Negotiators from the US, Israel and Hamas are set to begin talks, as the US president said the first phase should be completed this weekIsrael continues Gaza bombardment as Trump plan negotiators arrive in CairoEgyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has praised Donald Trump’s Gaza plan, saying it could mark the start of a path towards stability in the region.In an address to mark the 1973 war between Israel and Egypt that led to the end of Israel’s occupation of the Sinai peninsula, Sisi said on Monday:I can only extend my praise and appreciation for US President Donald Trump for his initiative that seeks a ceasefire in Gaza after two years of war, genocide, killing and destruction.A ceasefire, the return of prisoners and detainees, the reconstruction of Gaza and the launch of a peaceful political process that leads to the establishment and recognition of the Palestinian state means we are on the right path to lasting peace and stability. Continue reading...

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66 h. ago Trump urges negotiators to ‘move fast’ as Gaza ceasefire talks set to begin in Cairo

Talks on Monday expected to focus on release of hostages and end to war, after Israel kills 63 people in Gaza in past dayDonald Trump has urged negotiators to “move fast” in talks focused on the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza and a broader end to the war, as representatives arrived in Cairo for discussions set to begin on Monday.The talks will focus on the first phase of Trump’s plan to end the war in Gaza, the Egyptian foreign ministry said, which is the release of the remaining 48 hostages held by Hamas in return for Palestinian prisoners held in Israel. Continue reading...

Politics

66 h. ago Trump urges negotiators to ‘move fast’ as Gaza ceasefire talks set to begin in Egypt

Talks on Monday expected to focus on release of hostages and end to war, after Israel kills 63 people in Gaza in past dayDonald Trump has urged negotiators to “move fast” in talks focused on the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza and a broader end to the war, as representatives arrived in Egypt for discussions set to begin on Monday.The talks will focus on the first phase of Trump’s plan to end the war in Gaza, the Egyptian foreign ministry said, which is the release of the remaining 48 hostages held by Hamas in return for Palestinian prisoners held in Israel. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Israel continues Gaza bombardment as Trump plan negotiators arrive in Cairo

Talks on Monday expected to focus on release of hostages and end to war, after Israel kills 63 people in Gaza in past dayNegotiators have arrived in Cairo before talks on Monday expected to focus on the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza and a broader end to the war, as Israel continued strikes on the Palestinian territory, killing 63 people in the last 24 hours.The talks on Monday would focus on the first phase of Donald Trump’s plan to end the war in Gaza, the Egyptian foreign ministry said, which is the release of the remaining 48 hostages held by Hamas in return for Palestinian prisoners held in Israel. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago At least 1 person killed in Ireland as Storm Amy hits northern Europe with strong wind and rain

A powerful storm has hit the U.K. and Ireland, causing major disruptions

Events

4 d. ago Storm Amy leaves 100,000 without power as cleanup under way in Ireland

A cleanup after Storm Amy got under way across the island of Ireland on Saturday, after hundreds of thousands were left without power.

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4 d. ago Storm Amy: Strong winds and heavy rain bring travel disruption

The Met Office said the highest recorded gust on Friday was at Tiree in the Hebrides at 96mph.

Events

5 d. ago Storm Amy: Further disruption expected as weather warnings cover whole of UK

Weather warnings covering the whole of the UK are in place on Saturday and include alerts for both wind and rain, the Met Office said.

Events

5 d. ago Usman Nurmagomedov vs Paul Hughes 2 live: Fight result as score sparks major controversy

Northern Ireland’s Hughes again failed to dethrone Khabib’s cousin, the PFL lightweight champion, but the scorecards sparked significant backlash online

Sport

5 d. ago Usman Nurmagomedov vs Paul Hughes 2 live: Start time, fight updates and results tonight

Northern Ireland’s Hughes again tries to dethrone Khabib’s cousin, the PFL lightweight champion, after their thrilling first clash in January

Politics

5 d. ago Petition calling for legal protections for veterans draws more than 200,000 signatures

A petition aligned with the Mail's campaign to protect Northern Ireland veterans has broken through the 200,000 signatures barrier. As of yesterday evening, 205,690 people had offered support.

Politics

5 d. ago Man seriously injured and 184,000 without power as Storm Amy batters Ireland

The storm also brought localised flooding, fallen trees, transport disruption and school closures in Northern Ireland.

Events

5 d. ago Paul Hughes vs Usman Nurmagomedov 2 live: Start time, fight card, updates and results tonight

Northern Ireland’s Hughes again tries to dethrone Khabib’s cousin, the PFL lightweight champion, after their thrilling first clash in January

Politics

5 d. ago Amy leaves 180,000 without power and some ‘sheltering in place’

The storm also brought localised flooding, fallen trees, transport disruption and school closures in parts.

Politics

5 d. ago Amber warnings in place for winds up to 100mph as Storm Amy sweeps in

The worst conditions are expected in Northern Ireland and western Scotland, but all parts of the UK are likely to experience wet and windy weather.

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