Northern Ireland
Reading the riots: Belfast reveals a nation at boiling point
In the aftermath of this week’s shocking scenes in Northern Ireland, some say they sympathise with the rioters, revealing the moral and political complexity of the migration debate across the UK.
- David Crowe
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I grew up in Belfast. To see such hate on its streets again is heartbreaking
On Saturday, I return to a city I still call my home, to a depressingly familiar sight.
- Jonathan Drennan
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Second night of disorder rocks Belfast as stabbing victim’s family calls for calm
Police have been forced to use water cannons to keep rioters at bay as new details emerged in court about the accused attacker, Hadi Alodid.
- David Crowe
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Belfast knife attack victim lost eye, court hears, as suspect named
An asylum seeker has been charged with attempted murder over a stabbing which sparked violent protests against migration, with masked activists setting fire to a bus.
- David Crowe
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- Crime
Lessons for Australia in Belfast riots, whipped up by racist fearmongering
A Belfast knife attack has become a right-wing social media clarion call to protest against immigration.
- The Herald's View
‘Blood-curdling scream’: How a horrific knife attack brought terror to Belfast streets
Moments after the blade glinted in the street lights, three brave residents rushed at the attacker as horrified residents and passers-by looked on.
- Cameron Henderson
The great British bucket-list: 20 must-do highlights of the UK
The UK can be an amazing country to explore, whether you’re a first-timer or seasoned visitor, with a compelling mix of experiences and destinations.
- Chris Moss
Still standing: Inside ‘the most bombed hotel in Europe’
Tell a local you’re staying at the Europa and they’re bound to have a story to tell you about the property that withstood more than 30 bombings over three decades.
- Sue Wallace
These Irish rappers faced court on terror charges. Now they’re back, and as mouthy as ever
It’s only a year since the hip-hop trio from Northern Ireland visited Australia – but what a year it has been.
- Karl Quinn
Millions of tourists visit Ireland every year. Few see this highlight
The Hidden Heartlands have all that is wonderful about Ireland: deep history, rich culture, evocative ruins, dreamy landscapes, friendly towns, even beaches (of sorts).
- Julietta Jameson