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NI News & Events: Rooney Visit, Festival Feels & Sourdough Surprises
NI News & Events: Rooney Visit, Festival Feels & Sourdough Surprises
NI News & Events: Rooney Visit, Festival Feels & Sourdough Surprises
From Coleen cheering at SuperCupNI to Belfast TradFest and tasty cookery classes—here’s what’s happening this week across Northern Ireland.
News & Events NI
Jul 31, 2025
☀️ Squeezing in staycations, dodging showers at summer fairs, or just loving the longer evenings, we’ve pulled together another cracking round-up from across Northern Ireland. |
Trivia Question❓In the classic Disney movie Beauty and the Beast, what is the name of the book-loving woman who ultimately falls in love with the Beast? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
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🎧 Take Yourself on a ‘Podcast Walk’ |
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Sometimes, the best way to reset is a quiet wander with something brilliant in your ears.
Whether you’re engrossed in true crime or laughing along with a comedy show, pairing your favourite podcast with a local walk (even just around the block) can be an uplifting experience! 🚶♀️
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Coleen Rooney was spotted in Northern Ireland, cheering on her son, Kai Rooney, as he shines with the Manchester United U15s at the historic SuperCupNI. Read More... |
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Northern Ireland residents are dedicating more time to screens, spending an average of four hours and 48 minutes daily on video content in 2024.
Traditional TV holds strong, with BBC One and UTV... Read More... |
Liam Nugent, 79, of Omagh, is celebrating as his distant cousin, Chloe Kelly, led England to victory in the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 final.
Chloe, whose family origins trace back to Omagh, was the hero in England’s dramatic win over Spain, netting... Read More... |
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🧽 The Lemon Hack That Makes Your Microwave Sparkly Clean |
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Pop a bowl of water with a few lemon slices in for 3–4 minutes on high. Let it sit for another minute, then wipe clean with ease, no elbow grease needed.
🍋 The steam loosens grime, while the lemon kills odours and leaves it smelling fresh. Simple, satisfying, and kind of magic. |
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This Weeks Featured Event: Belfast TradFest |
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Venue: Belfast Date: 27th July - 3rd August 2025 Time: Various - all day
The pinnacle of world-class traditional music concerts, fiery pub sessions & Ireland’s fastest growing summer school of traditional music, is set to celebrate its 7th edition across Belfast UNESCO City of Music
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🎟️ What’s On – Events (Aug 1st - Aug 8th) |
Launch week of this nine-day music & arts fest featuring live bands, street performers, pop-up events and community gatherings
A summer of dragonfly themed events and activities. Explore the magical world of dragonflies and dive into a summer full of wondrous new wetland experiences.
Join this hands-on cookery class at Bistro at the Courthouse and learn how to nurture your own starter and bake a delicious loaf.
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Northern Ireland’s hairdressing scene is shining in 2025, with local salons and barbers earning national recognition for their skill and creativity.
In Derry, Clare’s Barbers reclaimed ‘Barber of the Year’, and Meraki Hairdressing secured ‘Hair Salon of the Year’ honors, while Vanity stood out for its expertise... Read More... |
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💡 Answer to Trivia Question: Belle |