Belfast
Belfast Church Probe Finds Indifference Amid Police Abuse Cases
A Belfast megachurch investigation revealed a culture of indifference to safeguarding, with police probing sexual assault allegations, as UK police face separate high-profile abuse cases.
Eamonn Holmes credits pub work for launching his TV career
Eamonn Holmes recently served as a judge at the Young Chef, Young Waiter, Young Mixologist competition, where he reflected on how his early bar experience helped launch his television career.
Council deadlock and casting vote defeat Sinn Féin push for Irish signs
A Sinn Féin push to install Irish language signs along Stormont Park in east Belfast was narrowly defeated after a council deadlock, with the DUP committee chair using his casting vote to block the move.
Arnold Schwarzenegger awarded honorary doctorate by Ulster University
Arnold Schwarzenegger received an honorary doctorate from Ulster University in Belfast, recognizing his contributions to public service, environmental advocacy, and the arts. The ceremony highlighted his emotional ties to the city dating back to a pivotal 1966 visit as a young bodybuilder.

Belfast International Airport raises drop-off fee 66% amid UK-wide increases
Belfast International Airport will increase its drop-off fee from £3 to £5 for 10 minutes starting March 9, a 66% rise that the airport attributes to significant cost pressures. The hike places it among numerous UK airports implementing similar increases.
Belfast Law Firm Launches Group Action for Student Pandemic Compensation
A Belfast legal firm has launched a group action against Northern Ireland universities, arguing that students should receive compensation for educational disruptions during the coronavirus pandemic.

StormHarvester opens new Belfast headquarters after growth surge
StormHarvester, a wastewater technology firm, has established a new central hub in Belfast to support its expanding team. The company, which helps utilities predict and prevent issues like flooding and pollution, has seen significant growth throughout 2025.
Josh Rock hits nine-darter in Belfast Premier League debut
Josh Rock hit a nine-dart finish during his Belfast Premier League debut, describing the moment as akin to winning a world championship. Stephen Bunting won the night's competition to secure his first points of the campaign.
UK Publishes Terms for Inquiry into 1989 Murder of Lawyer Pat Finucane
The UK Government has published the terms of reference for an inquiry into the 1989 murder of human rights lawyer Pat Finucane in Belfast, announced by Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn.
Ex-girlfriend testifies about abuse by murder suspect Stephen McCullagh
An ex-girlfriend of Stephen McCullagh, accused of murdering his pregnant girlfriend Natalie McNally in December 2022, testified in Belfast Crown Court about alleged abuse during their relationship.

Mary Robinson Condemns US and Israel at Belfast Women's Day Rally
Mary Robinson addressed an International Women's Day event in Belfast on March 8, 2026, criticizing global powers and violence against women. The rally started at Writer's Square and marched to City Hall.