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Digital Patient Records Launched Across Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland's health trusts have fully implemented the encompass electronic patient record system, providing digital access to health information for all citizens via the My Care portal; this follows an 18-month rollout and aims to improve patient experience and streamline healthcare delivery.

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O'Neill Defends Attendance at Bobby Sands Statue Unveiling

Sinn Féin's Michelle O'Neill defended attending a Bobby Sands statue unveiling in West Belfast, despite the DUP's criticism and the statue's unauthorized erection, claiming it demonstrated her commitment to be "a first minister for all" by attending a VE Day event afterwards.

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Adams Defends IRA Actions in BBC Libel Trial

Gerry Adams, former Sinn Féin president, is on trial in Dublin, defending himself against a BBC libel claim alleging he approved the 2006 murder of Denis Donaldson, a British agent within Sinn Féin; Adams maintains the IRA's campaign was a legitimate response to military occupation.

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Miami Showband Survivor: Hatred Carries No Weight After 50 Years

Stephen Travers, a survivor of the 1975 Miami Showband massacre, recounted the attack near Newry where loyalist paramilitaries killed three band members after a bomb detonated prematurely, revealing the perpetrators' intent to frame the band as terrorists.

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Londonderry Arson Attack Leaves Woman Shaken

A 69-year-old woman's home in Londonderry's Foyle Springs area was set alight in an arson attack at 3:05 AM BST on Saturday; her daughter suspects mistaken identity, while her brother-in-law suffered hand burns putting out the fire.

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NI Bank Holiday Leisure Centre Closures Spark Mixed Reactions

Three Northern Irish councils closed their leisure centers on the May bank holiday, while another closed all but one; this sparked mixed reactions from residents, some criticizing the closures while others supported staff having the day off.

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Funding Cut Threatens Closure of Londonderry Dance Company

The Echo Echo Dance Theatre Company in Londonderry, Northern Ireland, faces closure after its £112,000 funding application was rejected by the Arts Council of Northern Ireland, resulting in job losses and the potential closure of a community arts center.

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How to Train Your Dragon" Filming Showcases Northern Ireland's Film Industry

The live-action "How to Train Your Dragon", directed by Dean DeBlois and starring Gerard Butler, filmed in Northern Ireland from early 2024, using Belfast Harbour Studios, Titanic Studios, Dunseverick Castle, and Tollymore Forest, showcasing the region's film infrastructure and diverse landscapes; i...

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Cross-Border Surgery Reimbursement to Tackle NI Waiting Lists

Northern Ireland will reimburse patients up to £10 million for surgeries in the Republic of Ireland starting June 2025 to tackle waiting lists exceeding two years, part of a £215 million plan also using private providers and prioritizing certain procedures like gynaecology mesh removal and children'...

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North West 200: £20 Million Economic Boost for Northern Ireland

The North West 200 motorcycle road racing event, held annually since 1929 on Northern Ireland's north coast, is expected to generate over £20 million in economic impact this year, with local businesses making extensive preparations for the influx of thousands of visitors.

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Belfast Arts Festival Celebrates 25 Years Amidst Funding Crisis

Belfast's Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival celebrates 25 years, overcoming challenges like fires, floods, and a pandemic, despite facing an "all-time low" in arts funding; the festival, running from May 1st to 11th, showcases over 100 performances and attracts over 60,000 attendees.

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New BBC News NI Podcast "The State of Us" Launches Next Week

BBC News NI presenters Tara Mills and Declan Harvey launch a new podcast, "The State of Us," next week, offering an informal, conversational approach to news in Northern Ireland, expanding on existing BBC coverage and aiming for broader audience engagement.

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