A full day of entertainment, colour and celebration is set to take place at Belfast City Hall and Royal Avenue today (12th July) as Orangefest returns with a packed schedule of family-friendly activities and cultural tradition. Running from 10am to 3.30pm, this year’s Orangefest will once again complement the 335th annual demonstration of the Battle […]
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Two thirds of parents (64 percent) hope the financial relationship with their adult children will shift by the time their child turns 30, with many looking forward to no longer providing regular support and instead being treated by their children in return. The research, commissioned by digital wealth manager Moneyfarm, found that parents would like
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Belfast has been named one of the most sleep-deprived cities in the UK, according to newly analysed data covering the period from 2020 to 2024. The city ranked second in a national survey by Time4Sleep, with a sleep score of 35 out of 200. Hull was the worst-performing city with a score of 15, followed
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Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has confirmed funding to support the reigniting of the cultural organisation Orangefest. Belfast Orangefest, first established by the County Grand Lodge of Belfast in 2007, was originally designed to modernise the Twelfth of July celebrations to make them more accessible, inclusive, and relevant to contemporary Belfast. However, in recent years the
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Manufacturing is undergoing a digital transformation that’s reshaping how companies approach production, efficiency, and competitiveness. As global supply chains become more complex and consumer demands become more unpredictable, manufacturers must adopt smart technologies to remain viable in tomorrow’s market. Implement Predictive Maintenance Using AI and IoT Traditional reactive maintenance approaches cost manufacturers more than proactive
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Belfast Operatic Company in collaboration with St. Agnes’ Choral Society, Ulster Operatic Company and the Grand Opera House Trust are thrilled to host a historic first this week which sees Belfast open the first production of Les Misérables: Let The People Sing!, a UK wide project celebrating the 40th anniversary of the world’s most popular musical. By special permission
Ulster Bank has announced plans to extend its charity partnership with the Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice and has committed to another year of fundraising for this service. The announcement came as a group of Ulster Bank colleagues were invited to visit the Children’s Hospice headquarters and meet team members and medical staff who provide care
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Last month, in a landmark event symbolising the restoration of devolution in Northern Ireland, Harland & Wolff was pleased to welcome the largest cross-party delegation of Westminster politicians in the country’s history. The delegation, comprising members from all political spectrums, was a testament to the collaborative spirit supporting the renewed political landscape. The visit underscored
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The Royal Television Society in Northern Ireland (RTS NI) in partnership with BBC Northern Ireland, Northern Ireland Screen and Channel 4 has today (22 April) launched its 2024 Awards for the local creative industries with seven exciting new award categories this year. The new categories for 2024 are: Actor (Female); Actor (Male); Writer; Breakthrough Award
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The Northern Ireland Hotels Federation (NIHF) is partnering with the Food Standards Agency (FSA) to launch a ‘Choice for Children’ initiative that highlights the importance of food choices for children. In March 2024, the FSA along with local councils published research into children’s menu offerings in restaurants, which revealed a concerning lack of variety and
TITANIC Belfast has been certified as a Great Place to Work following an independent employee survey as the world-leading visitor attraction announces that it has welcomed its eight millionth visitor. The certification, which is backed by validated and anonymous feedback from staff, measures employee satisfaction from company culture to business practices and is collected through
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Centre of Learning, a new social enterprise providing bespoke programmes for professionals and business owners has launched offering tailored, peer learning aimed at empowering participants to excel in their careers and enhance their contribution to the NI economy. Part of The WiB Group, Centre of Learning has today expanded its offering of 15 different programmes delivered through
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Ballymena based soft drinks manufacturer, Norbev has increased its turnover by over 50 per cent following an investment of almost £300,000 in the upskilling of its staff. Founded in 1919, Norbev manufacturers beverages and soft drinks for customers including Aldi, Suntory (Lucozade), Talking Rain and Capri Sun, and exports 98 per cent of its products
One of Ireland’s best known chicken brands, Moy Park, has secured a contract to list four core fresh coated chicken products into all Tesco stores across Northern Ireland. The Moy Park brand lines will help to strengthen the fresh coated chicken category in Tesco NI. The listings will include Breaded Goujons Mega Pack 700g, Garlic
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The Grand Opera House Trust has announced that Janette Jones has been appointed Chair of the organisation, assuming the role from Colin Loughran who had served for the last seven years. A former PwC tax partner in Belfast who also led the firm’s private business practice in the region, Janette has been a Board member
Asda Dundonald Community Champion, Sharon McBratney hosted the store’s annual 24-hour Charity sit-out on 5th-6th April, to raise funds for local charity Helping Hands. For ten years, Sharon McBratney, has lent a helping hand to the charity by organising the 24-hour sit out with her Asda Dundonald colleagues. The initiative takes place outside the store every year during
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Following the successful release of his third solo album Lighthouse in October 2023, Duff McKagan is thrilled to announce a forthcoming headline UK and European tour in October 2024. Kicking off from Dublin, the series of shows will see the iconic musician play in fifteen cities in eleven countries bringing Lighthouse to life with his legendary live performances. Duff
Jet2holidays has relaunched its enormously popular ‘Bid for a Break’ campaign due to popular demand, giving holidaymakers the chance to pay as little as just a few pence for a Summer 24 getaway. The UK’s largest tour operator has a total of four holidays to bid on between 15th April – 9th May for customers with a myJet2 customer account,
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The Ulster Museum has announced a new exhibition sponsorship with EY, which will bridge the worlds of business and the arts and connect more people across the region to our local museum infrastructure and the benefits rich cultural experiences can deliver. EY Northern Ireland is the exhibition sponsor for a once-in-a-lifetime exhibition opening at the
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Arguably one of Europe’s most successful techno acts, Scooter, announced today that they will be returning to the UK and Ireland later this year as part of their 30th-anniversary tour – the ‘Thirty, Rough and Dirty’ tour. Hitting venues including London’s OVO Arena Wembley, the trio around frontman H.P. Baxxter is set to give fans an unforgettable party
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Armagh Planetarium has launched a screening of a digital film poem by Csilla Toldy, award-winning writer and video artist/experimental film-maker. Ec(h)o is supported by the National Lottery through the Arts Council of Northern Ireland with a Digital Artist Development Award. Speaking about the film-poem Csilla Toldy, MA said: “Echo in Greek mythology is the nymph whose own
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Get ready for flawless brows with BPerfect Cosmetics’ Indestructi’brow Brow Fiber Gel Mascara. Already making waves following its exclusive release on TikTok, this cutting-edge brow gel mascara is the latest gem in BPerfect’s iconic Indestructi’brow lineup. Featuring advanced nylon fibers that effortlessly grip its groundbreaking formula onto your brows, giving them a boost of fullness and definition like never before – the Indestructi’brow Brow Fiber Gel Mascara allows you to comb and shape your
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has launched a consultation on the valuation of licensed premises, including public houses, bars, restaurants, and nightclubs. Property valuation, particularly for properties hosting active businesses, can be complex. RICS is committed to producing accurate professional standards that aid clarity for professionals and non-professionals alike. This consultation, initially delayed
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Invest Northern Ireland has announced an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) partnership with Young Enterprise NI which will support the next generation of entrepreneurial talent in Northern Ireland. The newly announced partnership will see Invest NI business mentors share their expertise with Young Enterprise Students to help them learn about best practice and how to
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RE:SURE, a security intervention specialist based in Cookstown, is escalating its three-year growth strategy after doubling the size of its business and workforce over the last 14 months. Now employing a team of 60, RE:SURE is supporting its expansion and sales growth by investing £1.2million in the redevelopment of its head office in the Kilcronagh
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AbbeyAutoline has been shortlisted for two major accolades at The British Insurance Awards 2024 – the only Northern Ireland broker to be shortlisted for a prestigious industry award. Northern Ireland’s largest insurance broker is in the running for Personal Lines Broker of the Year and Insurance Broker of the Year at the gala awards ceremony
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The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has revealed the results of research undertaken in partnership with local councils, into children’s meals served in restaurants in Northern Ireland. Key findings of the report, which is titled What’s on the Children’s Menu include:  Choice was limited on children’s menus and few healthy options were available. The most popular
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Prepare to be whisked away on a journey of love, courage, and redemption with An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical, captivating audiences at the Grand Opera House in Belfast until Saturday 16th March. This production, bursting with the classic rock and pop anthems of the ’80s, delivers an electrifying experience that promises to have
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With awards season in full flow, RENDR festival will roll out the red carpet at Portview Trade Centre in East Belfast later this week for an all-star line-up of Oscar, BAFTA and Emmy-winners who will unite for the city’s second annual creativity and technology showcase. A unique nocturnal event, RENDR, which is supported by Northern Ireland Screen,
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OPEN COLLEGE NETWORK NI (OCN NI) has announced details of its sixth Learning Endeavour Awards which aim to recognise and celebrate the achievements of individuals and their training providers, by highlighting the power of learning to transform lives for the better. Martin Flynn, CEO, OCN NI, said: “We are excited to announce details of our
‘The Walk’, a world-renowned creative project featuring Little Amal, a giant puppet of a 10-year-old Syrian refugee, will arrive in Belfast from 16-19 May – the latest event to be confirmed as part of Belfast City Council’s Belfast 2024 programme. The acclaimed production will be a signature event in the city’s biggest ever creative and
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Science and technology hub, Catalyst is proud to welcome SSE Airtricity as the latest Platinum Partner within its growing Partnership programme. SSE Airtricity is a leading energy provider across the island of Ireland, supporting communities to make cleaner, greener choices. The partnership will be integral in supporting businesses within Catalyst’s network to drive sustainable practices
A woman from Northern Ireland who lost her brother to Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome (SADS) has raised enough money to get 100 pupils screened for the invisible disease, in the hope of saving lives.  Amy Adair-McCourt, from Jordanstown, lost her brother, Nicky (Nick) Adair in March 2020, and since then she has been passionate about
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A Belfast charity that educates children and young people has received a £2,000 donation from Amazon thanks to a Northern Ireland-born Amazon employee who now lives in the US. The donation was made to film charity Cinemagic. The charity offers young people the chance to develop real skills and explore opportunities in film and TV.
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Derry-based Access Elemental, and its technology developed in Northern Ireland, will play a key role in supporting the community in one of Australia’s remote townships in a deal signed with nib Group. nib Group, a health, wellness, and global travel insurance company, is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange, and has a market capitalisation of
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Translink has secured ‘Platinum’ level accreditation in Business in the Community Northern Ireland (BITCNI) and Ulster Wildlife’s Business & Diversity Charter. This is the highest ranking available and only seven organisations in Northern Ireland have achieved it. The Charter recognises organisations that are committed to enhancing and protecting biodiversity and have taken action to address their
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Blues-rock legend Van Morrison is to perform two exclusive, intimate shows this Easter in Belfast’s Culloden Estate and Spa. buy pepcid online buy pepcid online no prescription The lunch and jazz event will take place on Easter Sunday and Monday, March 31 and April 1 at the five-star hotel, which is part of the Hastings
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Get ready for the highly anticipated NIHF Receptionist Awards 2024. The Northern Ireland Hotels Federation (NIHF) is delighted to announce the return of this prestigious event, taking place at the stunning Killyhevlin Lakeside Hotel and Lodges this May, hosted by Pamela Ballantine. As part of a series of Key Awards, the ceremony is designed to
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Ulster University’s Economic Policy Centre (UUEPC) has updated its Enterprise Dashboard with NISRA’s newly released business births and deaths data. Commenting on the latest statistics, Alan Lowry, FSB’s NI Policy Chair said: “The fact that the business birth and death rates are almost identical means that this sector of the economy is barely treading water.
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