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Further searches take place over disappearance of Carrie Mullane
Follow Further searches take place over disappearance of Carrie Mullane Michael Fitzpatrick - BBC News NI Mon, November 9, 2026 at 7:24 AM EST Further searches take place over disappearance of Carrie Mullane Detectives investigating the disappearance and suspected murder of missing Limerick woman Carrie Mullane are conducting further searches in the Enniskillen area. Mullane, 39, has been missing since she arrived in Enniskillen from Limerick on 10 October 2026.
'Tôi sống cùng ma' – những ngôi nhà 'ma ám' thu hút người săn bất động sản giá hời
Chụp lại hình ảnh, Người từng sống trong căn hộ của Ryua đã qua đời do tự tử Tác giả, Michael Fitzpatrick Vai trò, Phóng viên kinh doanh , Tokyo Được đăng 6 phút trước Thời gian đọc: 7 phút Ngay từ lần đầu bước vào căn hộ thuê của mình ở Tokyo, Ryua đã tin rằng nơi này bị ma ám. "Khi tôi đến xem nhà, có một người đàn ông đứng đó nhìn chằm chằm vào tôi," cô kể.
In Praise Of Japan’s Failure To Keep Up Original
Credits Journalist and broadcaster Michael Fitzpatrick has run with all the big game of journalism while inhabiting more countries than is absolutely necessary. TOKYO — Nothing triggers the bog-walloping Fenian in me quite like a visit to the British Embassy. This one, with its fine Georgian-revival facade, looked on my last visit a decade ago like a lost Cotswold manor-house brought to life in Tokyo. But what was it that I found so unsettling? Perhaps the stately setting?
'I live with a ghost': Japan's haunted homes attract bargain hunters
From the moment Ryua first walked into her rental apartment in Tokyo she believed it to be haunted. "When I visited the place for a viewing there was a man standing there, glaring at me," she says. "Since the estate agent couldn't see him, I realised he must be a ghost." While someone more squeamish would probably have quickly left the flat never to return, Ryua chose to go ahead and move in.
Love paid parking or hate it, Poulsbo needed to do something | Opinion Original
I am neither for nor against paid parking. Either would be a strange position to hold. It would be like being for or against screwdrivers. A screwdriver is a tool, and it’s best used for turning screws. It’s not best for hammering nails. Policy decisions require figuring out the right tools for particular problems. Paid parking is a tool.
More Sinn Féin politicians attend police interview over Garvaghy Road protest
Follow More Sinn Féin politicians attend police interview over Garvaghy Road protest Michael Fitzpatrick - BBC News NI Fri, October 23, 2026 at 9:17 AM EDT Assembly members Gerry Kelly and Deirdre Hargey attended Musgrave Police Station in Belfast on Friday [BBC] More senior Sinn Féin politicians have attended police interviews over their roles in a protest on the Garvaghy Road that blocked an Orange Order parade last month.
The 3-2-1 after Northwestern's loss to Indiana
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The 3-2-1 after Northwestern routs Colorado
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Finucane inquiry to consider whether MI5 propaganda 'legitimised' lawyer as target
An inquiry into the murder of solicitor Pat Finucane will consider whether a security service propaganda campaign "legitimised" the lawyer as a target for loyalist paramilitaries. The 39-year-old solicitor was shot dead at his home in north Belfast by the UDA in front of his wife and children in February 1989. Several examinations of the case have found evidence of state collusion.
Finucane inquiry to consider whether MI5 propaganda 'legitimised' lawyer as target
An inquiry into the murder of solicitor Pat Finucane will consider whether a security service propaganda campaign "legitimised" the lawyer as a target for loyalist paramilitaries. The 39-year-old solicitor was shot dead at his home in north Belfast by the UDA in front of his wife and children in February 1989. Several examinations of the case have found evidence of state collusion.
Finucane inquiry to consider 'extent killers were assisted by state'
The Pat Finucane inquiry has heard that the "core concern at the heart of his murder" was the "extent to which his killers were encouraged, assisted, protected or directed by the state". In his opening statement, counsel to the inquiry, Matthew Hill, said there was "no more serious question" in a society governed by the rule of law. The 39-year-old solicitor was shot dead at his home in north Belfast by loyalist paramilitaries in front of his wife and children in February 1989.
Finucane inquiry to consider 'extent killers were assisted by state'
The 39-year-old solicitor was shot dead at his home in Belfast in 1989 The Pat Finucane inquiry has heard that the "core concern at the heart of his murder" was the "extent to which his killers were encouraged, assisted, protected or directed by the state". In his opening statement, counsel to the inquiry, Matthew Hill, said there was "no more serious question" in a society governed by the rule of law.
Man loses appeal against murder conviction of British soldier
A man who was jailed for the murder of a British soldier in Londonderry more than 40 years ago has had his appeal against his conviction dismissed. John McDevitt, 61, claimed he was coerced by police officers using oppressive interview techniques into making a false confession to the killing of Private Neil Clarke on Easter Monday in 1984. Pte Clarke was killed after he exited a military Land Rover that had been attacked with petrol bombs in the Bishop Street area of Derry.
The 3-2-1 after Northwestern's season-opening win
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Owners call for 'right to challenge' property service charges after fees treble
A group of apartment owners are calling for the "right to challenge" property service charges after their annual fees have more than trebled since 2018. Some residents of Lisburn Square say their service charges were about £1,400 per annum in 2018, but the figure has risen to more than £4,300 for the last financial year.
Experts Talk: Elevating Pedestrian Bridge Design With Michael Fitzpatrick
Experts Talk is an interview series with technical leaders from across our transportation program. Looking Beyond Basic Solutions To Create Memorable, Community-Focused Structures Pedestrian bridges play a critical role in connecting communities, but when approached from a broader perspective, they can also transform how people move between places that were once difficult to access.
Dáithí Mac Gabhann returns home after heart transplant
Dáithí Mac Gabhann returns home after heart transplant Michael Fitzpatrick - BBC News NI Mon, August 24, 2026 at 11:01 p.m. UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google.
Japon şirketleri yapay zekâyı kullanmakta neden yavaş davranıyor?
Kaynak, AFP via Getty Images Fotoğraf altı yazısı, Yapılan araştırmalar, Japon firmalarının yapay zekâ kullanımında ağırdan aldığını gösteriyor. Haber bilgisi Yazan, Michael Fitzpatrick Unvan, Teknoloji muhabiri Yayın tarihi 20 dakika önce Okuma süresi 4 dk Gündemi BBC Türkçe'den takip etmek artık WhatsApp'ta da mümkün. Haberlerimizin doğrudan telefonunuza gelmesi için tıklayın.
Why Japanese firms are being so slow to use AI
Facing acute labour shortages, ageing demographics and chronic productivity problems, Japanese companies should be fertile ground for the take-up of artificial intelligence (AI). Yet, compared with the US and UK, adoption in many workplaces remains sluggish and cautious. Japan's response to AI is beginning to resemble one of the country's slow-moving, traditional Noh plays. All the masked characters up on stage agree that action is urgent, and the call is repeated with solemn agreement.
Why Japanese firms are being so slow to use AI
Michael Fitzpatrick - Technology reporter Wed 12 August 2026 at 11:00 pm UTC 5 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Studies show that Japanese firms are dragging their feet when it comes to using AI [AFP via Getty Images] Facing acute labour shortages, ageing demographics and chronic productivity problems, Japanese companies should be fertile ground for the take-up of artificial intelligence (AI).
Man extradited from Australia charged with historical sexual offences
Follow Man extradited from Australia charged with historical sexual offences Michael Fitzpatrick - BBC News NI Thu, August 6, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT The man appeared at Belfast Magistrates' Court on Thursday [PA Media] A 75-year-old man extradited from Australia has appeared at Belfast Magistrates' Court charged with historical sexual offences.
Belfast City Hall marks Somme anniversary
A commemoration event has been held at Belfast City Hall to mark the 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme. The ceremony was held in the Garden of Remembrance. It included a two minute silence and wreath laying. Deputy Lord Mayor Hedley Abernethy led the ceremony which was also attended by the Secretary of State Hilary Benn.
Can a Great Person Be Good?
In November of 2022, Sebastian Mallaby sat down with Demis Hassabis, co-founder of DeepMind, to discuss the broad approach to the book Mallaby intended to write, a profile of both Hassabis and the current state of AI technology, with all its seemingly limitless potential and its risks. Hassabis, whose startup had been acquired by Google, was the leading voice on AI research and application and the meeting was the first of dozens that would ultimately inform the book.
'Grave doubts' over PSNI's ability to recruit officers
Liam Kelly is chairman of the Police Federation of Northern Ireland, which represents rank and file officers [BBC] A recovery plan which aims to lift police officer numbers to 7,000 by 2028 is in "grave doubt", a union has claimed. Liam Kelly, chairman of the Police Federation of Northern Ireland, said the plan had "effectively evaporated".
PSNI staff paid almost £40m in data breach compensation
Michael Fitzpatrick - BBC News NI Tue, May 19, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. UTC 1 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The breach involved the accidental release of some personal details of all 9,400 PSNI personnel [PA Media] Almost £40 million pounds has been paid out in compensation to more than 5,000 police officers and civilian staff impacted by a 2023 data breach, according to a Belfast law firm.
Man found guilty of attempting to kill police officers
A County Tyrone man has been found guilty of attempting to kill two police officers in Strabane in 2022. Charlie Love, of Bridge Street in the town went on trial in March 2025 in connection with a bomb attack on a police car. The 31-year-old was also found guilty of causing an explosion likely to endanger life and possessing explosives with intent to endanger life.
Man in court over police station bomb bid
A man has been appeared in court charged with attempted murder after an attempted bomb attack on a police station in Lurgan in March. Brian Anthony Toman, of Drumnamoe Avenue in Lurgan, appeared before Craigavon Magistrates' Court on Friday. The 48 year old has also been charged with possession of explosives with intent to endanger life or damage property, attempting to cause an explosion likely to endanger life and hijacking.
Man in court over police station bomb bid
Man in court over police station bomb bid A man has been appeared in court after a bomb, which failed to explode, was left outside Lurgan Police Station in County Armagh. Brian Anthony Toman, of Drumnamoe Avenue in Lurgan, was charged with attempted murder over the attack at the end of March. The 48 year old has also been charged with possession of explosives with intent to endanger life or damage property, attempting to cause an explosion likely to endanger life and hijacking.
Firefighters extinguish fire at Belfast hospital
Michael Fitzpatrick - BBC News NI Wed 22 April 2026 at 9:34 pm UTC 1 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Four appliances were sent to tackle the fire on Wednesday evening [BBC] A fire in the emergency department of the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast has been extinguished. The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) said they were called to a blaze in the ground floor of the ED at 18:43 BST. A number of police officers remain at the scene.
'Very likely' Noah Donohoe drowned in storm drain, inquest hears
It is "very likely" Noah Donohoe drowned on the day he disappeared in the storm drain where his body was later discovered, the inquest into the schoolboy's death has been told. The inquest has been hearing evidence from three experts about the culvert where Noah was discovered. A report from Prof Carolyn Roberts, on hydrological conditions in the Premier Drive stream, was read to the inquest. She said it was likely Noah climbed into the culvert entrance through the "vertical metal" screen bars.
A genome-wide in vivo CRISPR screen identifies neuroprotective strategies in the mouse and human retina
Keywords CRISPR screen retinitis pigmentosa neuroprotection gene therapy human retinal explants Get full text access Log in, subscribe or purchase for full access. References 1. Chaumet-Riffaud, A.E. ∙ Chaumet-Riffaud, P. ∙ Cariou, A. ... Impact of Retinitis Pigmentosa on Quality of Life, Mental Health, and Employment Among Young Adults Am. J. Ophthalmol. 2017; 177:169-174 2. Sahel, J.A. ∙ Marazova, K. ∙ Audo, I.
Accommodation during Fleadh sees sharp price hike
Former Belfast Lord Mayor councillor Micky Murray said he is concerned the price increases would put tourists off visiting the city [BBC] A former Lord Mayor of Belfast has said it is "incredibly disappointing" that some short term lets have increased their prices by more than 100% during the week of the All-Ireland Fleadh in August. Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann is the world's largest festival of Irish music and dance and has been hailed as the "biggest event ever planned in Belfast".
New trial date set in Chloe Mitchell murder case
A judge has set a new trial date in the case of a man accused of the murder of Chloe Mitchell in Ballymena. The 21-year-old, from Ballymena, County Antrim, was killed in June 2023. Brandon Rainey, 29, formerly of James Street in the town appeared at Belfast Crown Court with his new legal team.
New trial date set in Chloe Mitchell murder case
Michael Fitzpatrick - BBC News NI Fri, March 27, 2026 at 12:04 PM UTC A judge has set a new trial date in the case of a man accused of the murder of Chloe Mitchell in Ballymena. The 21-year-old, from the County Antrim town, was killed in June 2023. Brandon Rainey, 29, formerly of James Street in the town appeared at Belfast Crown Court with his new legal team.
'Being a male midwife has never been an issue when delivering babies'
A man who has spent 21 years as a midwife is encouraging more males to enter the profession as he prepares to retire. Fraser Morton, who is also a qualified nurse, has worked at Daisy Hill Hospital since 2005 and is one of only five male midwives registered in Northern Ireland. He said he realised he enjoyed maternity work "far better" than nursing during a placement as part of his training.
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