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TUI announces direct flight to Cancun from Belfast International Airport next year
Travel
It will depart coinciding with the Easter break next year
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Jet2 late summer holiday deals from Belfast International Airport from £499pp
Travel
They depart later this month
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NI mum tells of brave 5-year-old daughter's aggressive cancer diagnosis
Real Life
"It was extremely difficult for us as her parents to have to watch our child go through these side effects knowing that there is nothing we can do"
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Proud Co Down dad supporting visually impaired daughter's dream
Co Down
"When I am skiing, I feel free, it’s just me and the slope. I don’t need a cane, I only need a guide when racing, so it feels like I’m totally independent"
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Benidorm holidaymakers warned new 'scam' is sweeping resort town
Travel
Frank, who has lived in Benidorm for 12 years and runs a business in the popular Spanish city, has warned tourists about a 'scam' he is seeing become increasingly popular in the street
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Woman who 'never gets sick' on holiday shares four things she does to stay healthy
Travel
A woman who has travelled to seven countries and 14 cities in the past year has shared four things she always does to make sure she doesn't get sick while she is away
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'I went on seaside holiday in the UK and couldn't believe the cost'
Travel
Journalist Jess Flaherty was expecting a staycation with family to be a much cheaper alternative to jetting off abroad, and the day to day costs of excursions and food and drinks left her stunned
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Botox isn't just cosmetic; it's vastly improved my chronic condition
Health
There are more uses to Botox than you would think and this one has made a huge difference to me
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Shoppers may be told when they'll pay more for less under new '60-day' rule
Cost of Living
MPs are pushing the Government for a law forcing all UK supermarkets to tell customers when an item has shrunk in size but not on price
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'Just ordered mine' - Matalan reduces item to £5 that costs £30 on Amazon
shopping
The same kitchenware accessory is available on Amazon at a price that's six times higher than Matalan
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Miss Northern Ireland 2025 shows beauty has a purpose as she uses platform to share cancer journey
Miss Northern Ireland
"I wanted to share that I don't believe cancer is a death sentence, that if you are lucky enough, it can be a life sentence because it really does teach you how to live"
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Miss Northern Ireland social photos see family and friends out in numbers to support 2025 contestants
Miss Northern Ireland
The 23-year-old was crowned the winner on Monday night
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Miss Northern Ireland 2025 named as Carly Wilson takes the crown at gala final
Miss Northern Ireland
She follows in the footsteps of Hannah Johns who placed in the top 40 at Miss World
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In photos: Belfast's future fashion stars delight as they show off new designs
Fashion and beauty
The designers showed off cutting-edge creativity and sustainable fashion
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'We realised our barbering dream and want to help the next generation'
Real Life
The two friends opened their own business six years ago and haven't looked back
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Inside Galgorm's £3 million Investment in New Forest Spa Garden and room upgrades
Lifestyle
The new Forest Spa Garden will be open to all overnight and day spa guests
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Swap Maldives and Bali for more affordable destinations and one is much closer to home
Travel
A group of travel agents have shared the destinations they think should be ditched and the similar spots you can visit instead - they are also cheaper and will help you avoid crowds
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Barry McGuigan opens up on public grief for daughter on I'm a Celebrity
Barry McGuigan
The Clones Cyclone said he didn't plan to speak about grief for late daughter Danika but "turned to mush" when asked about tattoo
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Christine Lampard's uses this £15 setting spray to keep her makeup in place all day
Beauty
The Newtownards woman's makeup artist has shared the setting spray she uses on the Lorraine presenter to keep her makeup in place all day
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Downpatrick mum's tribute to son who died suddenly aged 12
Real Life
Callum died of sudden arrhythmic death syndrome in April 2022
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Jet2 rules for those travelling to Spain, Greece, Turkey, Portugal, or France
Travel
For those heading away on holiday over the next few months
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Belfast mums create new video podcast focusing on raising twins
Family
Caroline and Cathy are 'steering parents through the challenges of life with multiples'
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Primark's 'stunning' £12 Sabrina Carpenter T-shirt looks 'just like' tour merch
Primark
Fans of the US singer think Primark's new £12 T-shirt is 'better than' her tour merch
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M&S shoppers can snap up £12 teddy cardigan that's like 'wearing a cloud'
Shoppers have discovered a way to get the cosy piece for cheaper
We were spoilt for choice at popular NI restaurant's new location
Cookstown
The Rusty Keg has relocated recently and the food certainly lived up to its beautiful new surroundings
Fairhill Centre's £10m transformation hoping to restore town status as shopping destination
Ballymena
Northern Ireland's newest Primark store is preparing to open in the shopping centre by the end of the year
Meet the NI powerhouse couple behind a decade of hugely successful whiskey
Food And Drink
The couple are perhaps best known for their award winning gin, but the whiskey side of the business has been quietly maturing – much like the liquid gold in their casks.
Dunelm shoppers 'in love' with 'beautiful' £65 rug that's available in four colours
Dunelm
"I'm in love with this rug. The soft, neutral colours go perfectly in our living room and make it feel so warm and cosy."
Marks & Spencer
Marks & Spencer shoppers can bag 'warm and fluffy' cardigan for under £13
The Teddy Borg Wrap Lounge Cardigan is available in two autumnal colours including dark raspberry and ivory
Fairhill Centre's £10m transformation hoping to restore town status as shopping destination
Ballymena
Northern Ireland's newest Primark store is preparing to open in the shopping centre by the end of the year
Meet the NI powerhouse couple behind a decade of hugely successful whiskey
Food And Drink
The couple are perhaps best known for their award winning gin, but the whiskey side of the business has been quietly maturing – much like the liquid gold in their casks.
Belfast Oktoberfest social photos as pals toast to the start of the weekend
Things to do Belfast
Our photographer Justin Kernoghan was on hand to catch all the fun at Oktoberfest on Thursday night as pals started the weekend celebrations a little early
'I used to work at Boots and these are the best beauty deals ahead of Black Friday'
Boots
Boots has yet to confirm when its Black Friday deals will launch, but there are already plenty of ways to save on Christmas gifts, beauty products and more
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Grieving family raise thousands in memory of four-year-old son who died in tragic holiday accident
Edward Massey passed away hours after arriving for a holiday on the Spanish island of Tenerife
Outrage as guests arrive at North Coast hotel for bookings only to find it closed
North Coast
A number of people had to find elsewhere to stay after expecting to stay the night at Me & Mrs Jones hotel in Portstewart
Glengormley family-run chippy on 28 years of creating a 'home from home'
Glengormley
The popular spot has changed over the years, but has always kept its rustic charm
Six cases heard before NI courts this week
Courts
Two Belfast men who stole a scooter from a doctor in an early morning hijacking were handed 30-month sentences
Investigation after dual language sign cut with angle grinder in East Belfast
East Belfast
The sign at Shandon Park was removed on Saturday evening
Crime
Investigation after multiple cars damaged with 'Halloween hair-dye' in Dundonald
The incident took place some time between Friday evening and Saturday morning
Northern Ireland can follow Slovakia's lead says Bailey Peacock-Farrell
Northern Ireland football team
Northern Ireland goalkeeper Bailey Peacock-Farrell eyeing a big night against Germany at Windsor Park
Shea Charles relishing 'one of the biggest nights' of his Northern Ireland career
Northern Ireland football team
The Southampton midfielder can't wait to get another crack at Germany
43-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of murder after two children found dead at home
Crime
Police were called to a home in Stafford at around 7.30am on Sunday morning by the West Midlands Ambulance Service. Two children were sadly pronounced dead at the scene
Man to appear in court charged with sexual communication with a child
Courts
It comes after a man was arrested in Strabane on Saturday, October 11