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People pictured at Seamark in Co. Down enjoying the good weather on July 16 this year

Provisional figures by Met Office show NI had eighth driest July on record

The Senedd (Welsh parliament) elections on May 7 could see nationalist party Plaid Cymru form a government for the first time

Letter: Divisions in Wales could become entrenched

Autumn breaks have never been so affordable

These 80 hotels are offering rooms for £50 - full list of locations

Chris Taylor and Grime Gran hit the streets of London to find out what Brits call their Bits

Brits use comical names for different body parts - what's your go-to?

The now open runways at Manchester Airport.

Watch: Met Office issues new snow and ice warnings

Driving in the snow.

Watch: Map shows how snow, sleet and rain will move across UK tonight

Car drives along snowy road.

Watch: Further snow possible - where and when it could snow next

Snow falls in Basingstoke.

Watch: Airports close as snow blankets roads and cars across the UK

Stock image of car being pushed out of snow.

Watch: Snow map shows when and where snow will fall tonight

Storm Darragh causes disruption and damage across the UK.

Watch: Storm Darragh causes disruption and damage across the UK

Strong winds are expected to hit the UK.

Watch: Met Office issues yellow weather warnings for wind and rain

Parts of Pontypridd, South Wales, have been left submerged in water as the River Taff bursts its banks.

Watch: Residents bail out their flooded homes after heavy rainfall

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Freshers Flu? NI among most likely to call in sick

Declan Moore, operations director at Progressive Building Society, which is supporting UK Savings Week, said it was reassuring that Northern Ireland consumers could cope with a financial emergency and he commended savers for putting away over £200 each month

Report: NI consumers have over £5,000 less in their savings pots than rest of UK

Pacemaker Press 14-08-2024: People enjoying the warm weather and beautiful colour at the Botanic Gardens in Belfast, Northern IrelandPicture By: Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press.

Northern Ireland weather: Sun and 19 °C temperatures but keep your brolly handy!

The Ryobi manufacturing plant in Carrickfergus, Co Antrim. Photo by Matt Mackey / Press Eye

Manufacturing jobs in NI and other devolved nations show significant growth
Manufacturing jobs in the devolved nations, including Northern Ireland, have seen significant growth in the last year, in contrast to England, according to new research.
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Northern Ireland and Scotland had the highest rates of drink-related deaths in 2022, figures from the Office for National Statistics have revealed

New figures reveal more drink-specific deaths after Covid

Heavy rain and strong winds in north Belfast. Picture By: Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press.

Wind and rain for foreseeable future as July wash out follows glorious June

Nearly 13,000 manufacturing jobs have been lost in Northern Ireland since 2010, according to figures from the GMB union

Nearly 13,000 manufacturing jobs lost in Northern Ireland since 2010 says GMB

Hayfever sufferers have been warned their symptoms could be out in full force this week

Breaking Hayfever warning as first ‘pollen bomb’ of the year hits UK

Hoping to enjoy a carefree holiday

Unorganised holdaymakers wasting enough money when booking holiday

Why buying their own home is so much harder for women

Patrick Mullan, head of GB Mortgages and Richard Caldwell, managing director of GB & Corporate Strategy

Danske Bank launches its carbon neutral mortgage in GB market

Catherine Lewis La Torre, CEO of British Business Bank

Northern Ireland businesses heavily reliant on core debt products which may impa...

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for parts of the UK as heavy rain and thunder are set to hit (Photo: Shutterstock)

Met Office issues weather warnings as thunderstorms set to hit UK - here’s where

The weather is set to improve towards the end of this week, with a rise in temperatures and bright skies forecast for many areas around the UK (Photo: Shutterstock)

Scorching temperatures to hit parts of the UK this weekend - here's where

The weather in the UK is forecast to be unsettled over the next few days, with heavy rain and thunderstorms set to hit some parts (Photo: Shutterstock)

Here's where in the UK Met Office thunderstorm weather warnings and flood alerts... Helen Johnson

The weather is set to turn more unsettled across the UK as thunderstorms are set to hit certain areas (Photo: Shutterstock)

Thunderstorms bringing torrential rain and hail set to hit the UK this week - he...

Covid cases are rising fastest outside south and east England - the worst affect...

Badge snob Britons willing to burst their budget to avoid certain cars

38 Blue Badge holders battle for every parking space as applications soar

Last week saw Storm Ellen bring heavy rain and strong winds to the UK, but now Storm Francis is on its way with further bad weather this week (Photo: Shutterstock)

Storm Francis to batter the UK with winds of up to 70mph and heavy rain

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms across numerous places in the UK, as heavy rain is set to hit (Photo: Shutterstock)

UK to be hit with thunderstorms and flooding as Met Office issues yellow weather...

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind to most of the UK this weekend, as strong winds are set to hit (Photo: Shutterstock)

Here’s when winds of up to 80mph are expected across the UK this weekend

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These are the best places to live in the UK based on quality of life - how does ...

Have you ever wondered if the city you live in is viewed as a quiet place or a noisy neighbourhood? (Photo: Shutterstock)

These 10 UK cities have been named the quietest in the UK

Weddings can be an expensive occasion - but the price can vary depending on where you choose to get wed.

This is how much it costs to get married in Northern Ireland

This is when Storm Hannah's strong winds and heavy rain are set to hit

The last 12 months has seen a very strong picture for UK manufacturing

Strong year for manufacturing masks future doubts

Consevative MEP John Flack with Penka

English MEP is unlikely saviour of Bulgarian cow

How homeowner confidence compares where you live

Getting a check-up

Nearly a quarter of children starting primary school have tooth decay

School holiday childcare costs parents nearly Â£3,500 every year

Garry Duffy with his nephew Ruairi O' Reilly enjoying the snow at Cave Hill on Sunday

More snow for NI as sub-zero temperatures grip

The lowest annual growth was in London where prices rose just 2.6%

Average house price up by Â£11,000 annually to Â£226k

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East of England Agricultural Society and Royal Smithfield Club agree to separate

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Researchers '˜surprised' by UK '˜happiness' figures

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Confidence among small firms at lowest level

Falling prices at the pumps have played a major factor in freeing up cash for families

Family spending power rises but pace of growth slows

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