Enoch Burke, an Evangelical Christian teacher, has been sent back to prison for contempt of court after repeatedly trespassing at the school that dismissed him over a transgender student pronoun dispute. Read the full story.
Australia's Labor government pushes controversial hate speech laws. We analyse the bill's details, fierce opposition, and its uncertain future in parliament. Read the full story.
Arsenal and Ireland star Katie McCabe opens up on her Champions League triumph, her fiery on-pitch reputation, and the meticulous recovery routine that fuels her success. Discover the woman behind the passion.
A woman in her 50s adores her husband but feels alienated in his Church of England congregation. She seeks a spiritual home while navigating religious differences in marriage. Read the expert advice.
The Australian government is considering stronger legal protections against hate speech for LGBTQ+ people, religious groups, and people with disabilities following the Bondi attack. Read the latest.
HMRC's fraud crackdown wrongly suspended child benefit for 71% of targeted parents, with just 5% found fraudulent. Select committee chair calls it an 'egregious error'.
Australia's PM Albanese introduces new laws to list hate groups with lower thresholds, granting Asio chief powers to recommend bans. Neo-Nazi group disbands ahead of bill.
Draft legislation reveals a defence for quoting religious texts in Australia's proposed hate speech crackdown, part of a sweeping post-Bondi bill. Read the full details.
Discover a sustainable winter escape along County Antrim's coast. This car-free journey from Essex features wild swims, historic castles, the Giant's Causeway and warm Irish welcomes.
A Muslim religious leader was punched after being forced off a Melbourne freeway. Police condemn the alleged racially motivated attack. Read the full story.
Chinese authorities detain leaders of the prominent Early Rain Covenant Church in Sichuan, marking a significant escalation in the crackdown on unregistered Christian groups across the country.
A new drama film revisits Irish football's infamous 2002 World Cup rift. But does its focus on recreation miss the real story? Read our in-depth review.
The Crown Prosecution Service's new draft guidance suggests male circumcision could be considered child abuse, sparking debate among religious groups and calls for regulation.
The BBC will air The Traitors Ireland from January 24, hosted by Siobhan McSweeney. All episodes drop after the UK series final, offering a new murder mystery fix.
Explore the Grianán of Aileach, a reconstructed ringfort in Donegal, on a short winter's day. Discover its history, stunning views, and why it remains a contested yet cherished heritage site. Read the full country diary.
Journalist Adharanand Finn recounts his epic 10-week, 1,400-mile run around Ireland, discovering stunning landscapes, warm hospitality, and a profound personal connection to his ancestral land.
Six months after violent riots targeted immigrants, Ballymena remains gripped by fear. Official silence and community patrols overshadow a fragile peace. Explore the aftermath.
Shocking new data reveals a 40% rise in hate incidents on UK public transport. Read the full report and learn what's being done to tackle this crisis.
A New Year plant hunt reveals hundreds of species, including daisies, flowering in winter due to rising temperatures. Scientists call it a clear sign of climate disruption. Discover the data.
Samuel Beckett's 'Waiting for Godot' will debut in Ulster Scots in 2026 as part of a new biennale, marking a pivotal moment for the minority language and challenging celebrity-led productions.
A paraglider crashed into the roof of the Lough Erne Golf Resort in Fermanagh. Fire crews performed a rope rescue to bring the man to safety. Read the full story.
The Freemasons demand a High Court injunction against the Met's new rule requiring officers to declare membership, calling it religious discrimination. Read the full legal battle details.
A unique Belfast project connects people across divides to share stories and fund tolerance. Discover how community action is confronting racism and division in Northern Ireland.
Newly released records reveal US officials hoped Bill Clinton would not publicly shake hands with Sinn Féin's Gerry Adams during his 1995 Northern Ireland visit. Discover the diplomatic tensions.
Newly released records reveal US officials hoped Bill Clinton would not publicly shake hands with Sinn Féin's Gerry Adams during his 1995 Northern Ireland visit. Discover the diplomatic tensions.
US Christmas Day military strikes against Islamic State targets in Nigeria have been celebrated by key Trump allies as a decisive move to protect Christians. Read the full reaction.
A surge in US churches using psychedelics like ayahuasca as sacraments is testing religious freedom laws. Discover how they're winning legal battles and what it means for the future.
Ten years after Ireland's landmark Gender Recognition Act, a once-uncontroversial law faces growing scrutiny. Explore the journey from consensus to contention.
Senior pastor Gao Yingjia is held in China as his wife and son flee abroad. The crackdown on unofficial churches alarms rights groups and signals a tightening of religious controls.
Irish actor Domhnall Gleeson is set to receive his first major Hollywood accolade, the Oscar Wilde award, in March 2025. Discover the career of this critically acclaimed yet underrated star.