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'Soldier F' goes on trial for Bloody Sunday deaths in Northern Ireland

The ex-paratrooper, who cannot be identified and is known only as Soldier F, is accused of murdering two men and attempting to murder five others.

Culture Series

Meet the photographer capturing the lives of Belfast’s divided youth

Binder's project, which won the 2025 Sony World Photography Award for Documentary, explores how the Troubles continues to shape a new generation in Belfast.

United Kingdom

Belfast factory to supply Ukraine with 5,000 air defence missiles

The move comes as part of the UK's four-point roadmap to 'reach peace and defend Ukraine'.

Smart Regions

Consolidating peace: A cross-community centre for women in Belfast

In partnership with the European Commission

Northern Ireland launches a space for peace. The Shankill Shared Women's Centre in Belfast is a training and drop-in centre for women and children. Many are still suffering the aftermath of the religious conflict that caused thousands of deaths in the most divided corner of the UK.

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Business

Northern Ireland hotel takes a punt on €1,200 cocktail – who’s buying?

The Merchant Hotel's new tipple has been described as a "masterpiece of Irish whiskey" - but is there a market at €1,200 a pop?

Cinema

'Kneecap' director on hip-hop, drugs and preserving Belfast culture

Euronews Culture sat down with writer-director Rich Peppiatt to discuss his award-winning film 'Kneecap' and the importance of protecting indigenous languages.

Culture news

Belfast rappers Kneecap win discrimination case against UK government

After being denied music funding by the then-Business and Trade Secretary Kemi Badenoch, Northern Irish group Kneecap has won a case against the UK government.

Moments

Why my six-year-old daughter loved our weekend break in Belfast

What happened when I let my six-year-old daughter choose our weekend destination.

Moments

‘Dream’ round-the-world cruise leaves passengers stranded in Belfast

Despite being scheduled to leave at the end of May, the vessel is still stationary in Belfast port - along with hundreds of stranded passengers.

Travel News

Three-year cruise stuck in Belfast finally due to set sail

When it gets going, the Odyssey is scheduled to visit 425 ports in 147 countries on seven continents.

Europe News

Belfast at risk of dropping out as Euro 2028 host amid funding woes

The Ulster Gaelic Athletic Association chief remains confident the stadium will be built in time for the 2028 UEFA European Football Championship, despite the UK chancellor's plans to axe infrastructure funding.

Culture news

Why are Belfast rappers Kneecap challenging UK government?

The West Belfast trio say they are challenging the UK government’s decision to revoke their arts council funding application. They claim that denying the grant discriminates against them on grounds of nationality and political opinion.

World News

Belfast judge rules that Troubles amnesty law breaches human rights

The court sided with the many critics who say the bill, backed by the British government, won't help bring peace and justice to a country scarred by decades of violence.

Culture news

Green Day's new album ‘Saviors’ features Belfast riot picture on cover

The striking (photoshopped) image on the band's upcoming 14th album seems to indicate that the band will rekindle with their politically-charged 'American Idiot' days... But is the image in poor taste?

United Kingdom

Biden praises EU and UK for compromise on Northern Ireland

The US president brought words of encouragement and offers of investment on his visit to Northern Ireland to mark the 25th anniversary of the region's Good Friday peace agreement.

United Kingdom

Northern Ireland: Police on high alert ahead of Biden's historic visit

US President Joe Biden is expected in Northern Ireland Tuesday evening, marking the 25th anniversary of peace.