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Belfast man charged over suspected firearm possession

A 45-year-old man from Belfast has been charged with possessing a suspected firearm following a police operation in the city. The PSNI recovered an item resembling an antique weapon during the raid.

Naomi Long criticises PSNI over CCTV failures

Justice Minister Naomi Long criticises PSNI for failing to provide crucial CCTV evidence in a cybercrime investigation, raising concerns over public safety and policing standards.

Gerry Adams denies Provisional IRA membership claims

Former Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has once again denied being a member of the Provisional IRA, despite persistent claims to the contrary. In a revealing interview, Adams discusses his role in the peace process and addresses ongoing controversies.

NI Govt scrutinised over £13k Italy trip

The Northern Ireland Executive is under fire after revelations of a £13,000 taxpayer-funded trip to Italy by senior officials, sparking calls for transparency.

PSNI chief criticised over Benn meeting

PSNI Chief Superintendent faces backlash after meeting with Labour MP Hilary Benn, raising concerns over political impartiality in Northern Ireland policing.

Northern Ireland shooting leaves two dead

A violent shooting incident in Northern Ireland has resulted in two fatalities and two individuals critically injured, sparking a major police investigation.

Supreme Court rejects PSNI appeal in RUC case

The UK Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal by the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) regarding historical RUC actions, marking a pivotal moment in legacy cases.

NI LGBTQ+ charity welcomes new hate crime laws

The Rainbow Project in Northern Ireland cautiously welcomes new hate crime legislation, hoping it will better protect LGBTQ+ individuals while acknowledging potential challenges in enforcement.

Kneecap dropped over Palestine support stance

Irish rap group Kneecap removed from Music Alliance roster after voicing support for Palestine, sparking debate on artistic freedom and political expression in music.

Starmer urges UK govt to restore NI government

Labour leader Keir Starmer calls on the UK government to expedite the restoration of Northern Ireland's devolved government, highlighting concerns over delays affecting local governance.

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