world news

VE Day flyover

VE Day flyover




world news

Video: Typhoon jets fly over Belfast to mark VE Day

One of the jets dipped its wings in salute




world news

How do the UK nations differ over easing lockdown?

The four parts of the UK could now move at ‘different speeds’ in adapting their Coronavirus restrictions




world news

How to see Starlink satellites over Northern Ireland tonight

Weather permitting, the string of satellites will be quite the sight over Northern Ireland's night sky




world news

Gogglebox star June Bernicoff dies aged 82

"A remarkably independent, principled woman with a vivacious sense of humour and a huge passion for life."




world news

Breakdown of Covid-19 cases across Northern Ireland

A further five deaths were recorded on Friday




world news

Shop workers facing increasing threats during Covid-19 pandemic

Calls have been made for a zero tolerance policy against threats in essential stores




world news

NI mum opens up about battle with post-natal depression

The young mum who is pregnant with her second child has hailed a local group who helped her through the tough time




world news

Mum whose tot has CF 'delighted' with EU first on treatment drug

Kalydeco is the first medicine in Europe to treat the underlying cause of the disease




world news

Belfast grandmother who beat Covid-19 to celebrate 100th birthday next week

Margaret Ethel Sinclair, 99, will turn 100-year-old on May 13




world news

US firm threatens Belfast cuts amid Covid-19 pandemic, union says

"The threat to these workers' livelihoods is the height of corporate greed" says Unite




world news

West Belfast lad cycling round Falls Park every day to raise money for hospice

Rossa Doherty asked his mummy what he could do to help after seeing




world news

Journalists at two Belfast newspapers threatened by loyalists

Both newspapers are owned by Independent News and Media (INM)




world news

Stinger used to stop car in dramatic police chase through Co Antrim

The car chase unfolded in the early hours of Saturday morning




world news

Survey to look at outdoor life during Covid lockdown

Outdoor recreation organisation conducts important survey influencing government policy




world news

Check out Cadbury's two new flavoured chocolate bars and an old favourite

You could previously only buy the two chocolate bars in Australia.




world news

NI weather warning issued for heavy rain and thunderstorms

Chance of "localised torrential downpours"




world news

Quarantine for travellers would have "serious effect" on economy, warns airport

It has reported that Prime Minister Boris Johnson will make the announcement in an address to the nation on Sunday.




world news

Check out the NI dad aiming to break the world record on Britain's Got Talent

He appeared on BGT in 2017 and broke the record for balloon sculpting




world news

Four further Covid-19 related deaths recorded in Northern Ireland

The Department of Health released the latest figures this afternoon




world news

Cafe owner closed by Coronavirus cooks up dinners for vulnerable

More than 150 meals being rustled up




world news

Full breakdown of NI's latest Covid-19 figures by council area

4,425 patients have been discharged from hospitals across Northern Ireland




world news

New Channel 4 celebrity property show 'Snoop Dogs' to be produced in Belfast

Each episode peeks inside the homes of two much-loved celebrities during lockdown with the filming being done by their four-legged friends




world news

Lisburn actor plays "soundest person in Normal People" says Derry Girls writer

The comedy writer has given the new Irish BBC drama her seal of approval




world news

Updated list of major events rescheduled or cancelled across Belfast

A full list of events and gigs which have been rescheduled, cancelled or postponed across Belfast for the coming months




world news

NI McDonald's delivers 52 'make at home Happy Meal kits' to kids with autism

The autism charity say the happy meals made such a difference to families some of whose children are struggling to eat other foods due to sensory issues




world news

Mrs Hinch's top cleaning product and hacks as voted for by you

There is an average 5,400 Google searches for ‘Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips’ per month




world news

Brooke Scullion among The Voice contestants behind tribute song to NHS

Speaking on the current status of the The Voice’s return Brooke said she’s in constant contact with fellow finalists and production




world news

NI business running free online relaxation classes for kids

Something different for the kids to enjoy




world news

Tesco extend pay bonus for staff for 'going above and beyond'

"This pay bonus is just one way we are saying thank you to our colleagues and recognising that they are on the front line, helping to feed the nation"




world news

Belfast Live Twitter call out to promote NI businesses returns this week

Our first Twitter shout event was hugely popular so if you missed out then now is your chance to #ShareTheBiz




world news

Hairdresser's videos show how to cut your hair properly in lockdown

From men's hair, to ladies fringes and kids cuts, mum and hairdresser Emma Moore has lots of helpful video tutorials




world news

Paddy Raff announces third SSE Arena Belfast show

After two sell-out shows to date, he's bringing Me, Myself and Nigel back to SSE Arena




world news

Mum who battled postnatal depression helping families with lockdown wellbeing

As part of our #InThisTogether campaign, we're highlighting the fantastic work being done by businesses and individuals during lockdown




world news

Normal People actor says parents 'delighted' to see him in BBC hit

Desmond Eastwood told us he first planned a career in law




world news

Live at Botanic Gardens gigs will not go ahead this summer

Aiken have today shared details about the future of the gigs, which featured Tom Jones, Sinead O'Connor, The National and Fontaines DC




world news

Belfast after-school coach running free fitness programmes for NI kids

Paul has had the idea of taking his programmes online




world news

Tesco, Sainsbury's and Asda opening hours over Bank Holiday in NI

Here's your full list of the opening hours of Northern Ireland's major supermarkets this Bank Holiday weekend




world news

Tim Hortons plans to open two of its NI locations next week

The Canadian restaurant chain has laid down plans for the gradual reopening of some of its franchises




world news

Woman's tips to go a week without washing your hair- and it won't get greasy

But, for those of you with coloured hair, be careful - this mixture could make it fade faster




world news

Courteney Cox says it's 'hard' being separated from Snow Patrol's Johnny

The Friends star said this is the longest time she's being away from Johnny McDaid since first meeting more than seven years ago




world news

Watch: NI's role in WW2 effort shown in archive footage for VE Day

Today marks the 75th anniversary of the Allied victory in Europe during World War 2




world news

Belfast venue continuing to support most vulnerable despite uncertain future

As part of our #InThisTogether campaign, we're highlighting the work of businesses and creatives in Northern Ireland during this difficult time




world news

Privacy During a Pandemic: Town Hall for Library, Information Workers for Choose Privacy Week

CHICAGO – When states and local governments closed libraries and schools to curtail the COVID-19 pandemic, library workers and educators responded to the emergency by quickly adopting commercial online tools and platforms to ensure continued access to resources. But with the emergency becoming a new normal, libraries need to critically evaluate these technologies and address any potential privacy and security gaps that could pose a threat to users' privacy.




world news

Libraries and the substance abuse crisis

CHICAGO — The opioid epidemic, and other behavioral health issues such as alcohol and drug abuse, directly impact every community across the nation; and, by extension, public libraries’ daily work. Because libraries are not only trusted guardians of information but also vital community centers, people struggling with addictive behaviors as well as their family members and friends often turn to the library for help. But many library workers feel overwhelmed, finding themselves unprepared for serving these patrons in an effective and empathetic way.




world news

Alice Knapp, president of the Ferguson Library, wins 2020 Sullivan Award

CHICAGO — The American Library Association (ALA) is pleased to announce the 2020 Peggy Sullivan Award for Public Library Administrators Supporting Services to Children was awarded to Alice Knapp, president of the Ferguson Library (Stamford, Connecticut).  The Sullivan Award is presented annually to an individual in a library administrator role who has shown exceptional understanding and support of public library service to children.  With the cancellation of the ALA Annual Conference, the award will be presented at the Award Ceremony and Reception Sunday, Jan.




world news

Nora Wiltse receives the American Library Association 2020 Elizabeth Futas Catalyst for Change Award

CHICAGO — The American Library Association (ALA) is pleased to announce Nora Wiltse, teacher-librarian at John C. Coonley Elementary School, as the recipient of the 2020 Elizabeth Futas Catalyst for Change Award. Ms. Wiltse, a leading advocate for librarians and libraries in the Chicago Public Schools, devotes her time and talent and inspires others to make positive changes in the profession of librarianship.




world news

The Roxbury Public Library receives the Gale Cengage Financial Development Award

CHICAGO — The Roxbury Public Library, Succasunna, New Jersey, is the recipient of the 2020 American Library Association Gale Cengage Learning Financial Development Award.

The annual award is presented to a library organization that exhibited meritorious achievement in carrying out a library financial development project to secure new funding resources for a public or academic library. The award includes a check for $2500 and a framed citation.  The award will be presented Jan. 24, at the Midwinter Meeting in Indianapolis, Indiana,  preceding the ALA Presidents Program. 




world news

Cameron Carey receives AASL Inspire Special Event Grant

CHICAGO – Cameron Carey, school librarian at Baldwin – Woodville High School in Baldwin, Wisconsin, is one of six school librarians from across the country receiving a 2020 American Association of School Librarians' (AASL) Inspire Special Event Grant. Made possible by the generosity of AASL member Marina “Marney” Welmers, the grant program provides funds for public middle or high school libraries to plan a special event to enhance student learning.




world news

Amy Gammon receives AASL Inspire Special Event Grant

CHICAGO – Amy Gammon, reading teacher at Greenport Elementary School in Greenport, New York, is one of six school librarians from across the country receiving a 2020 American Association of School Librarians' (AASL) Inspire Special Event Grant. Made possible by the generosity of AASL member Marina “Marney” Welmers, the grant program provides funds for public middle or high school libraries to plan a special event to enhance student learning.