Belfast — capital city of Northern Ireland

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Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Belfast

capital city of Northern Ireland

In brief

A murder inquiry has been opened in north Belfast after Paul Mackin Jr., 44, died from injuries suffered in an assault at Duncairn Parade/Eithne House on Monday. Police say a 41-year-old man remains in custody on suspicion of murder as others arrested on suspicion of attempted murder are subject to further action, and investigators are appealing for information while urging the public not to speculate.

EasyJet will launch a new Belfast International to Aberdeen direct route this winter, starting 4 January 2027 with twice-weekly flights and expanding its UK domestic link between Northern Ireland and Scotland. Fares are on sale with package holidays available, and the airline and Belfast International Airport officials say the move will boost connectivity and investment while it coincides with other easyJet winter route expansions.

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