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A copy of the newly published joint framework report addressing the legacy of the Northern Ireland Troubles on display

SAS group threatens to sue UK govt over Troubles bill

The UK government has been threatened with legal action over its reforms to legacy legislation on the Troubles by the body that represents the SAS soldiers, MPs have been told, amid concerns that it could lead to prosecutions for veterans.

UK • 19 Nov

image of a cross with coloured paper and pens in a primary school

Religious education in NI breaches human rights - court

The provision of Christian religious education in Northern Ireland schools does not comply with human rights standards and is unlawful, the UK Supreme Court has ruled.

Ireland • 19 Nov

Curaçao players and fans celebrate World Cup 2026 qualification after a 0-0 draw with Jamaica

Curacao become smallest nation to qualify for World Cup

Dutch Caribbean island Curacao has become the smallest nation by population to qualify for a World Cup after salvaging a 0-0 draw with Jamaica on the final day of CONCACAF qualifying.

Soccer • 19 Nov

Man to appear in court over Caldwell attempted murder

A 73-year-old man has been charged with preparation of terrorism acts by police investigating the attempted murder of Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell.

Ulster • 19 Nov

Scott McTominay celebrates Scotland's fourth goal against Denmark

Whirlwind finish secures Scotland World Cup spot

Stunning goals by substitutes Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean in added time gave Scotland a momentous 4-2 win over Denmark to book the Scots their place at the World Cup finals for the first time since 1998.

Soccer • 18 Nov

Hundreds attend vigil to remember victims of Louth crash

Hundreds of people have taken part in vigils to remember the five young people who died in a crash in Dundalk, Co Louth, last weekend.

Ireland • 19 Nov

UK Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Hilary Benn arrives at Downing Street

Troubles bill to address 'unfinished business' - Benn

New legacy legislation will address "unfinished business" from the Troubles, Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn said, as he pledged to give grieving families answers.

Ulster • 18 Nov

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 01: Henry Pollock of England celebrates scoring his team's second try during the Quilter Nations Series 2025 match between England and Australia at Allianz Stadium on November 01, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Patrick Khach

Pollock on shortlist for breakthrough award

England flanker Henry Pollock has been included on the four-man shortlist for World Rugby's Breakthrough Player of the Year.

Rugby • 18 Nov

Serge Gnabry of Germany celebrates scoring his team's second goal with team mate Nick Woltemade during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Germany and Slovakia at Red Bull Arena on November 17, 2025 in Leipzig, Germany. (Photo by Maja Hitij/G

World Cup wrap: Germany and Netherlands secure places

Germany turned their winner-takes-all World Cup qualifying clash into a cakewalk as four first-half goals proved more than enough to sink Group A rivals Slovakia and seal their place at next year's finals.

Soccer • 17 Nov

Northern Ireland's Jamie Donley scores a penalty against Luxembourg

Donley spot on as North edge Luxembourg in group finale

Jamie Donley's first international goal saw Northern Ireland end their World Cup qualifying Group A campaign with a drab 1-0 win over Luxembourg at a subdued Windsor Park.