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Strictly Come Dancing: NI actor Kristian Nairn withdraws from 2025 series for 'unexpected medical reasons'

Strictly Come Dancing

"I was truly looking forward to the journey, and I'm deeply sorry to disappoint anyone who was looking forward to seeing me on the dance floor."

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New women-only taxi service set to launch in Belfast

The couple were inspired to launch the service over safety fears women close to them have experienced

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First look inside Derry Girls star Saoirse-Monica Jackson's Irish wedding

The actress married husband DJ Hector Barbour, known professionally as Denis Sulta

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Tourist visits Turkey and tells others 'don't bother' due to one annoying detail

Tourists are continuing to flock to the summer holiday hotspot of Turkey, but a British tourist urged others not to bother making the trip after his negative experience

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Jamie Dornan stars in playful new Diet Coke advert

Appearing in the new ad, the NI actor talks about his personal passion of cold-water swimming

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NI property: Inside stunning £1.4m Ballymena family home dating back to early 1900s

This exquisite home offers refined living close to a renowned golf club

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Rose of Tralee 2025: Meet the four NI women competing for title

The International Festival returns to Kerry from August 15 to 19

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New Look's latest arrivals are perfect for keeping cosy and chic this autumn

Fashion and beauty

From flattering dresses to stylish coats, this New Look range is a perfect way to get ready for the cosy season

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Man on holiday in Spain gets sunbed easily – but not for reason you might think

It's often a challenge to find an empty sunbed around the pool at a holiday resort but this wasn't the case for a former Married at First Sight contestant who went to Palma, Majorca

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NI mum's huge challenge in memory of son, 6, who died after crash

"I was able to read to him, hold his hand, and be his mum one last time. It was the most painful yet precious night of my life"

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Young NI woman now 'amongst some of the youngest entrepreneurs in the UK'

“I want my journey to show others, especially young women in business, that you don’t have to wait for permission to get started. Start where you are, with what you have. Anything is possible.”

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Inside Co Armagh teen's new 'Period Pouch' business which sold out in 24 hours

Abbie is now working through another 300 orders and plans to donate some of the pouches to local schools in September

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'Dad was the definition of a fighter': NI man's family honouring his memory

“We miss him every day. But we carry him with us."

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Style, Sustainability, and surprise sisterhood at Belfast festival's Step Into Style Show

With local vendors, thoughtful conversation, and a stylish crowd, the Conscious Fashion Show was a standout moment of the festival,

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Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson open up on their 'natural chemistry'

"Well we spent so much time together, a kind of natural chemistry happens. I don’t know if it always happens but we were kind of lucky"

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Inside Liam Neeson's romance with Helen Mirren

Their one-time romance in the 1980s lasted for five years

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The East Belfast boutique supporting small female-owned businesses

The business started five years ago as a way to promote circular fashion in the city

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Travel fan who's visited 46 countries names 7 most beautiful you 'need to visit'

Sam McClendon has been to an incredible 46 countries all over the world but there are seven places - in Europe, Africa and more - that she says stand out as the most beautiful of them all

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Liam Neeson on Pamela Anderson: 'I'm madly in love with her'

Baywatch star Pamela kissed the NI actor on the cheek on the red carpet

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'Simple' styling tip improves outfits and saves time every morning

Fashion and beauty

The popular tip is ideal for anyone who spends lots of time planning their outfits in the morning

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Breastival 2025 returns to Belfast park for celebration of breastfeeding

A selection of family fun and support will be on offer throughout the day

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5 last-minute holiday bookings taking off for Belfast holidaymakers

A leading travel agent has reported a 34% increase in last-minute bookings

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This 24 hour spa break was the perfect reset for two frazzled parents

Staying in the newly refurbished Junior Suites at Galgorm Luxury Resort and Spa was just the tonic as our first night away after welcoming our daughter to the family

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New Co Down female only gym hoping to empower more women

"If you're a woman, these doors are open for you. We want to be known as a safe space."

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Marks & Spencer 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

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

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

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

"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

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

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 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

Real Life 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

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'

The popular spot has changed over the years, but has always kept its rustic charm

Six cases heard before NI courts this week

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

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

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

It comes after a man was arrested in Strabane on Saturday, October 11