Northern Irish barrister and DUP politician, Deputy First Minister since 2024
Former broadcaster Gerry Kelly has died at his home after a four-decade career spanning UTV, BBC Radio Ulster and Belfast Met projects. Tributes describe him as a larger‑than‑life figure who connected with guests and viewers, with colleagues recalling his warmth and professionalism.
Protests in Belfast — sparked by a knife attack in which a Sudanese national is charged with attempted murder — have erupted into violence across multiple districts. Rioters have set vehicles and buildings alight, with police deploying water cannon and crews working to protect residents amid rising tensions tied to immigration debates.