Lifestyle

Lisburn entrepreneur Kathryn Bigger, the force behind KORE by Kathryn, set up the business after getting hooked on Maeve Madden’s spicy home workouts during the pandemic

From KORE workouts to sold-out events, Lisburn woman says never dim your sparkle

The popular Londonderry riverside eatery The Pickled Duck have been picking up the pieces today (Monday) after a window was smashed and access was forced into the eatery ahead of one of the busiest holiday trading days

Owners of NI café ‘devastated’ after overnight St. Patrick’s Day break-in

Northern Ireland businesswomen leading in a broad range of sectors including finance, fashion and manufacturing were recognised at a special awards ceremony. Pictured is Rosemary Josekutty Thomas, WIB Managing Director Lorraine Acheson, 2025 Businesswoman of the Year Jayne Taggart, Louise Kelly, Caitlin McCracken, Shauneen McNicholl, Stephanie Brooks, Edwina Flynn, Sarah McKegney Rebekah Humphrey, Kathy McCune, Martha Garbe, Mabel Higgens, Diana Thompson, Becca Hume, Hannah Mary Kennedy and Clare Morris

Around 500 NI delegates celebrate 'roster of exceptional businesswomen'

NI Chamber’s flagship economic conference, Momentum will return to Galgorm Resort, Ballymena on Thursday 3 April 2025. Pictured is Paul Murnaghan (BT), Suzanne Wylie (NI Chamber), Brian Hegarty (ESB), Nigel Walsh (Ulster Bank) and Cathy Gormley-Heenan (Ulster University)

Economy Minister to address NI Chamber’s flagship economic conference

Enda Young pictured at the launch event held at the Merchant Hotel

New Centre for Negotiation and Leadership launches in Belfast

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New M&S tops that will elevate your wardrobe

Robyn Swan moved out of her home to live rent-free in a container in rural Scotland, growing her own food and harvesting rainwater. She is pictured with her pet sheep and dogs. Photo: Robyn Swan / SWNS

'I sold all my belongings to live rent-free in a container'

I thought my carpet was clean until I used the VAX Platinum SmartWash Pet-Design Carpet Cleaner - now on sale

I thought my carpet was clean until I used the VAX carpet cleaner

Boux Avenue is having a huge sale with up to 50% off bras, lingerie, briefs, pyjamas, and more

Up to 50% off in the Boux Avenue sale

Homes and Gardens

Give your garden a glow-up with this stunning 8-Seater dining set with table and two chairs - now 53% off

53% off the 8-Seater Dining Set With Table & Two Armchairs
Spring is here so it’s time to give your garden a fresh glow-up with a chic new dining set.
Natalie Dixon

Prunus 'Candy Floss'

Gardens: The best cherry blossom trees

Dahlia 'Cafe au Lait'.

Gardens: Summer bulbs to plant

The Edge, 12 Sandeel Lane, Orlock, Groomsport, BT19 6LP

This is a home where you can immerse yourself in sea views from every room

Three-month expectations for house prices and sales in Northern Ireland strengthened in February, despite some uncertainty in the wider economy, according to the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) residential market survey

House sales and prices expected to strengthen in NI over next three months

The Ninja Woodfire brings convenience to grilling

Ninja Woodfire BBQ: why this electric grill is my guilty pleasure

This BOTB prize could be just what your garden needs

Win a £20,000 garden makeover with BOTB – tickets just 70p

Pets

Inside Soft Paws play area with a huge ball pit and slide

Video: I took my dog to a soft play area...he LOVED the huge ball pit
We go inside a unique new soft play centre for dogs - where your pups can dive into a huge ball pit, run down a slide and go barking mad in the obstacle course.
Lucinda Herbert

Dawn Heaton with her miniature poodle, Henry at Preston Trick Dogs

Video: I teach my dogs do tricks...it's all about having fun

Miuccia, a whippet, poses beside the trophy after winning the title for Best In Show at Crufts.

Whippet named Best in Show at Crufts - what are they like as pets?

A number of other iconic British breeds have a worrying start to the year

Chart-dropping: HMV dog hits record low

How to make dog-friendly pancakes using this simple three ingredient recipe.

Make dog-friendly pancakes this Pancake Day with this simple recipe

Food and Drink

A much-loved Northern Ireland deli is closing its doors on Mother’s Day after six years of serving delicious food and fostering a strong sense of community. Smokey Deli in Belfast will mark the closure with a ‘big blowout BYOB goodbye party’ on March 29 celebrating the end of a ‘lifelong dream’

'It's with heavy yet happy heart': NI deli set to close on Mother’s Day
‘This place has already been everything I wanted it to be and more, and with rental prices going up each year, I want to go out on a high through empowered, conscious choice, rather than to struggle, dwindle and be forced to shut down in a few years time when it’s not within my control,’ reflects owner of Smokey Deli in Belfast
Claire Cartmill

Neil Walker, manager of Salt Kitchen is pictured with Tracy Rossborough Hayes aka Pink Mum Musings lifestyle blogger and Mark Irvine of the Gourmet Boys

NI restaurant unveils stunning expansion and 'new home' at launch event

Raymond Gleug bets you'll love this week's wine selection

Raymond Gleug bets you'll love this week's wine selection

Naldo Morelli, managing director of Morelli’s in Coleraine, with Daniela Morelli-Kerr, the marketing director of Champion of Champions at the Ice Cream Alliance Awards

Morelli’s of Coleraine and Newcastle’s Lick Gelato scoop prestigious awards

Alastair Bell of Irish Black Butter in Portrush has created ‘a new taste of Ireland’ in global markets.

Irish Black Butter from Portrush is in line for a prestigious award

Lir Seafood chef Stevie McCarry who has made it through to the final of the Great British Menu. CREDIT BBC

WATCH: Coleraine celebrates as chef Stevie makes final of Great British Menu

No47 Restaurant in Cookstown took to social media on Monday to share the closure news with customers, marking the end of an era for the beloved eatery

NI restaurant closes citing ‘we simply don’t have the resources to keep going’

Travel and Staycation

Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort and Spa, in the Riviera Maya, Mexico

'Why Mexico changed my mind on booking a family resort holiday'

Green entrepreneur Jo Bamford, who rescued Wrightbus pictured with CEO Jean-Marc Gales and Mr Lightwood during a visit to Wrightbus's sister company NewPower last month

Wrightbus bosses meet government officials at UK's first bus manufacturing panel

Enjoy a short break at Roe Valley Resort, Limavady

Travel: Some terrific late deals this week - don't miss out!

Retro

St Patrick's Church of Ireland Cathedral in Armagh, glowing green in celebration of St Patrick's Day. Picture: ABC Council/PA Wire

St Patrick’s Day celebrations to get under way in Armagh at dawn

Lee Dawson of Samuel Brothers crafted the new uniforms which will be worn by the Hillsborough Fort Guard. The UK's oldest private ceremonial military regiment is preparing to be restored to its original full strength for the first time in more than a century. Thirteen new warders of the Hillsborough Fort Guard, which dates back to 1660, will be presented with their warrants at a special ceremony in the Co Down village in May. Pic: Jonathan McCambridge/PA Wire

Hillsborough Fort 'castlemen' get suited up as the historical guard is restored

Pictured in February 2008 at the North of Ireland Sheepdog Society annual nursery final which was held at Ballymullock Road, Larne are the winners Ivan Stevenson, Sam Long and Alaistair Lyttle. Picture: Kevin McAuley

Computerised feeding boosts milk, cuts costs on Newtownards farm (1980)

Eating Out

Sugar-rush: Hundreds of doughnut lovers hit Krispy Kreme's first shop in NI
To celebrate the opening at Victoria Square, Belfast, the first person in line, Francis Downey who queued for 13 hours, received a year’s supply of Krispy Kreme doughnuts
Claire Cartmill

The Morelli’s family at The Ice Cream Alliance Award night accepting their Overall Champion award from David Otterburn, National President of the Ice Cream Alliance included are Arnaldo Morelli, Marino Morelli, Eddie Johnston and Daniela Morelli

The Morelli family scoop top prize at The National Ice Cream Competition

Iceland Foods Group, the UK’s leading frozen food retailer, is planning to expand its footprint with a new The Food Warehouse outlet in Coleraine subject to planning approval

Frozen food retailer 'excited' to open another new NI 'Food Warehouse' by 2026

Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, Andrew Muir MLA, is pictured with Vicky Green, President of NIHF.

Taste of Tourism summit showcases Northern Ireland’s culinary excellence

Michael Morris, business development a Echlinville Distillery, Kircubbin, Co Down, home of Dunville’s, one of the most ‘decorated’ Irish whiskeys

Patrick celebrated in Germany with Irish Whiskey leaders from Northern Ireland

The Clover Group has purchased the Clarence Chambers Building in Donegall Square East for £3m and is investing a further £ 2.5m in its redevelopment. The new venue will have cocktail bars and a New York inspired basement late bar club. Margot which was located in the basement of the property will now be elevated to the ground floor with Rudi, the late bar club, positioned in the basement. Pictured is a CGI of the new entertainment venue

NI hospitality group reveals exciting new £5.5million city centre bar project

The Northern Ireland team Jonny Taylor, Stevie McCarry, Marty McAdam and Lawrence Barrow pictured with Great British Menu presenter Andi Oliver and judge Angela Hartnett

Meet the four NI chefs to star on the iconic BBC TV show Great British Menu

Cars and Motoring

Bangers & Cash celebrity Deek Mathewson took some time to view Mr Joey Hyndman’s private classic Mini collection in the Castlerock area and was glad of a little R&R before travelling onwards

Pictures: Record-breaking crowds as Bangers & Cash celebrity hits the NI roads

Last chance to win your dream car for less than £1 – Enter this week before it’s too late!

Last chance to win your dream car for less than £1

Keeping car batteries fresh and healthy can be a challenge and it's easy to make expensive mistakes

I own four vehicles - here's how I keep my batteries healthy

With over 600bhp you'll have no excuse for being late for the school run

Tickets to win this £77,000 Audi RSQ8 are only six pence right now

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Kingsbridge Private Hospital in Belfast will now provide healthcare services to Vhi members following a partnership agreement to extend Vhi cover to the ultra-modern Belfast facility. Pictured is Kingsbridge Healthcare Group CEO Mark Regan

Northern Ireland private hospital to provide health care services to Republic

Catalyst has once again been recognised as one of the leading start-up hubs in Europe in a special report produced by the Financial Times, tech news platform Sifted and specialist data provider Statista. Pictured is Mervyn Watley, director of Property & Community at Catalyst and Fiona Bennington, director of Entrepreneurship at Catalyst

NI start-up hub recognised amongst top in Europe in Financial Times report

Following the overwhelming success of the first-ever Charity Jobs NI Careers & Volunteers Job Fair, which saw hundreds of attendees and over 290 applications submitted, Charity Jobs NI is thrilled to announce the return of this landmark event on March 27 at the Assembly Buildings, Belfast. Pictured is Richard Cherry, Charity Jobs NI, Donna Johnston, Positive Futures, Anne Crossan, The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul and Chris Bunce, Charity Jobs NI

Second charity jobs Northern Ireland careers and volunteers fair announced

Showing love for Mother Earth (photo: Adobe)

Going Green: Show Mother Earth love on Mother’s Day

Let’s Go Padel to invest £3m in eight new sites across Northern Ireland

Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly pictured with representatives of many of the organisations from Northern Ireland who attended events in Washington DC throughout the week

Deputy First Minister: 'This is Northern Ireland's time to shine'

Profits have climbed past £50million at local construction firm FP McCann Group despite turnover remaining static

Profits rise above £50million at Northern Ireland precast concrete giant

Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly and Communities Minister Gordon Lyons lay a wreath at the grave of Field Marshal Sir John Dill.

DUP lay wreath at US grave of Ulster war hero who brokered special arrangement

Connswater Creatives & Community group

Connswater Creatives and community organisations condemn shopping centre closure

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