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Undated handout photo issued by Queen’s University of sheep wool being being immersed in the water for seaweed cultivation as sheep wool could be the key to making seaweed farming plastic free, according to experts. Engineers from Queen’s University Belfast have been working on an innovative project for the last two years in a bid to drive forward sustainability in the industry. Issue date: Thursday August 6, 2026. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: Queen’s University Belfast/PA Wire

Sheep wool to make seaweed farming plastic free

To celebrate Toy Story 5 arriving in cinemas, ODEON is launching the 'Play Them Forward' toy collection campaign this weekend.

Ad Feature UK families are sitting on half a BILLION unused toys, study says

Bergen (Norway)

Norway and Fjords programme on sale for Summer 2027 from Belfast International

Romania's Brasov cityscape is a must see.

Ad Feature European road trips rise among Brits ahead of May bank holidays

Moore Concrete managing director Wilbert Moore (centre) welcomes the TUV's Jim Allister MP (left) and Timothy Gaston MLA to the Ballymena-based precast concrete manufacturing business

Two key challenges currently facing agriculture in Northern Ireland - Allister

Farming Life news

International sheep project to be led by Teagasc

Lauren Vance was one of the five Young Farmers’ Clubs of Ulster (YFCU) members that travelled to Voore, Estonia for the 64th Rural Youth Europe European Rally

Lauren Vance discusses her trip of a lifetime to Estonia

Offshore wind farm

Going Green: Scotland leading the way with green energy

The sun sets on our first day skiing in Geilo, Norway.

I braved the cold and discovered the magic of skiing in Geilo, Norway

Wind farm. Photo: Adobe

Going Green: We can learn from countries reducing pollution

Martin Compston on travel adventures in Norway for new BBC series

Silje Søndrål Reinertsen has become allergic to "everything" due to a rare condition. (Picture: SWNS)

"I had to quit my job because I can be allergic to everything"

Pictured are, Petter Landfald, from Norway and Tyler McKinlay, from Lanark, Scotland, who were crowned World Champion and Young Handler World Champion respectively, at the World Sheepdog Trials, which took place at Gill Hall Estate, Dromore last week. Photo by Kelvin Boyes / Press Eye.

The 2023 World Sheepdog Trials have been a huge success

General view of the opening ceremony at Gill Hall Estate. Photo by Kelvin Boyes / Press Eye.

In Pictures: World Sheepdog Trials underway in NI for the very first time

Popular ITV shows axed from schedule - reason why explained

The SlurryKat team with guests from its supplier and dealership network. Picture: Darren Kidd

SlurryKat announces major investment as it marks 15 years in business
SlurryKat has unveiled a significant investment in its manufacturing base with the official opening of a research and development facility and team hub as it celebrates its 15th anniversary this year.
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Martin Lewis had this urgent warning for British holidaymakers on the most recent episode of his Money Show.

Martin Lewis warning to anyone travelling abroad this summer

Hotels.com reveal their weirdest room service requests

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A report was made to police shortly before 2pm on Monday

Aurora taken from Isle of Skye on Sunday, February 26 2023. Taken between 10pm and 11.30pm at Kensaleyre.

Northern Lights to be visible again in UK - best places to see them

A free event will present new research into breeding sheep for efficiency and resilience

Event to showcase smarter sheep science

Going Green: Government grants available for alternative heating but are heat pu...

The Caribbean islands of Anguilla, Antigua, Montserrat and Turks and Caicos are expected to turn amber this week (Photo: Shutterstock)

The green, amber and red list countries tipped to change in travel update this w...

You can watch the Northern Lights from the comfort of your own home - here’s how

Government confirms petrol and diesel ban will be brought forward to 2030

Sweden has recently seen its average daily deaths drop dramatically (Photo: Getty Images)

Sweden shunned a national lockdown to try and build herd immunity - could the st...

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Scientists at the University of Oxford hope to have a vaccine available for use by public by September (Photo: Shutterstock)

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Virtual fencing collars

Fencing to go virtual in trials on Scottish hill units

The change in colour aims to symbolise the UK's national identity, having first been used in 1921 (Photo: Shutterstock)

This is when UK passports will change to blue - and if you need to get one now B...

Ban on petrol and diesel cars to be brought forward to 2035 and to include hybri...

Following withdrawal from the EU, the UK will enter into an 11 month long ‘transition period’ (Photo: Shutterstock)

This is how Brexit will affect travel between the UK and Europe after 31 January...

This is how EU nationals looking to visit the UK after Brexit might be affected (Photo: Shutterstock)

This is everything EU citizens need to know about visiting the UK after Brexit

Those heading away for a trip to Europe after Britain have left the EU may be wondering if the rules are due to change when it comes to travel (Photo: Shutterstock)

Will you need a visa to visit the EU after Brexit? Here’s everything you need to...

Here is everything you need to know about the EU Settlement Scheme (Photo: Shutterstock)

Settled status: how EU citizens apply to remain in the UK after Brexit, and what...

Kate Stai has been appointed Chief Operating Officer (COO), International at Geno. Photo: Jan Arve Kristianse

Norwegian Red breeding organisation appoints new Chief Operating Officer Interna...

If you were taxed while working abroad in Australia you could be due money back

Mr Harry Ferguson at the wheel of the first demonstration model of his new tractor to arrive in Northerrn Ireland. With Mr Ferguson is Mr H C Reid, director and general manager of Messrs Harry Ferguson (Motors) Ltd in October 1946

BYGONE DAYS: Local production of new tractor to begin in Ulster, says Ferguson

An EHIC card (European Health Insurance Card) can provide you with help with medical costs if you get ill or injured in an EU country (Photo: Shutterstock)

Here’s everything you need to know about using your European Health card after B...

This is how maternity and paternity leaves around Europe compare

Roast Leg of Spring Lamb, one of the joints selected by SuperValu for a perfect Easter roast dinner. Served with Boulangere potatoes and mint sauce.

Break with convention and why not give the turkey a miss this Christmas?

Give all 25-year-olds Â£10,000, says study

Gareth McAuley

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Celtic player, Leigh Griffiths.

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Left to right: Sil-All's Gordon Marley with United Feeds' Sam Watson

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Lords to question George Eustice on fisheries

Scaremongering on tariffs

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