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Irish minister turned away from Belfast hotel

Irish Minister for Integration Roderic O'Gorman was refused accommodation at a Belfast hotel, prompting serious concerns from Dublin about political motivations behind the incident.

Mary McGee, contraception rights pioneer, dies

Tributes pour in for Mary McGee, the courageous Irish woman whose landmark 1973 Supreme Court case paved the way for legalising contraception in Ireland, ending decades of restrictive laws.

Irish President declines Belfast event invitation

President Michael D. Higgins declines invitation to historic Belfast event amid concerns about protocol and cross-border relations, creating political waves in both Ireland and the UK.

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.

The Rise and Fall of the Baader-Meinhof Gang

A compelling exploration of the Red Army Faction's turbulent history, from idealistic beginnings to violent extremism, and the lasting impact of their radical campaign against the West German state.

Muhammad Ali's sumo wrestling challenge in Tokyo

Discover the incredible true story of how Muhammad Ali stepped into the sumo ring against Japan's wrestling titans during his 1970s Tokyo visit - a remarkable crossover of combat sports history.

Kiss Guitarist Ace Frehley Dies at 74

The music world mourns as Ace Frehley, Kiss's original lead guitarist and cosmic showman, passes away at 74. Remembering the Spaceman who shaped rock history.

Kiss Guitarist Ace Frehley Dies Aged 74

The music industry is in mourning following the death of Ace Frehley, the legendary lead guitarist and original member of rock icons Kiss, who has passed away at age 74.

Todd Rundgren: John Lennon was 'bundle of rags'

Music legend Todd Rundgren shares astonishing memories of meeting John Lennon in the 1970s, describing the Beatle as unexpectedly withdrawn and uncommunicative during their first encounter.

David Bowie's Shocking Hitler Admiration Revealed

Explosive newly uncovered interview shows music legend David Bowie praising Hitler as 'bloody good' and expressing admiration for fascist ideology during his controversial Berlin period.

Crowe's Led Zeppelin Tour Memoir: The Uncool

Oscar-winning director Cameron Crowe reveals his teenage adventures touring with rock legends Led Zeppelin in his explosive new memoir 'The Uncool', detailing the wild journey that shaped his career.

Britain's alarming slide back to the 1970s crisis era

As Britain faces economic turmoil, political instability and social decay, veteran commentator John Macleod delivers a stark warning about our nation's alarming slide back towards the crisis-ridden 1970s.

Freeway Phantom: 50-Year Serial Killer Mystery Solved

After half a century, forensic genealogy identifies the Freeway Phantom who terrorised Washington DC, murdering six African-American girls in the early 1970s. Exclusive details emerge about the cold case that haunted a generation.

Punk Icon Soo Catwoman Dies Aged 70

The legendary British fashion maverick and David Bowie collaborator Soo Catwoman has died aged 70 after falling into a coma, as her devastated children confirm the tragic news.

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.

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