The Latest Breaking News from N. Ireland

The actions of a prized double agent within paramilitary group the IRA who worked for British security services probably led to more lives being lost than saved in Northern Ireland, an independent investigation said on Friday.

Michelle O'Neill on Saturday becomes the first nationalist leader of Northern Ireland's government, when the assembly returns after the end of a two-year boycott by the biggest pro-UK party.

"They are younger players learning the game, and they step into this arena and quickly discover every point is crucial."

Northern Ireland crashed to a 1-0 defeat to Kazakhstan at Windsor Park

Michael O'Neill's squad features a number of Under 21 players who have been drafted in for the Euro qualifiers

Northern Ireland are back in Euro qualifying action on Monday night when they face Kazakhstan at Windsor Park

Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill has been forced to rely on youth this international window following several injuries

The 19-year-old has agreed a deal until June 2027

US President Joe Biden urged Northern Ireland's feuding political leaders to restore its power-sharing government as he touted the potential for investment and growth 25 years after the Good Friday Agreement, which ended decades of armed conflict. The US president of Irish descent faced heated criticism from pro-UK hardliners.