The government is testing drones delivering parcels to your door. Would you want them buzzing about your skies?
The UK government is getting together with the retail giant Amazon to test - flying drones that can deliver parcels to your door.Amazon is paying for the programme, which will look at the best way to allow hundreds of robotic aircraft - to buzz around our skies safely.But is it a good idea? Would YOU want them flying over your house? Robotics expert - Professor @NoelSharkey joined the discussion.
7m Jul 27, 2016
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Nicola and Vinny on the road in Armagh
We've got a new series for you now on the Biggest Show in the Country.. Our @nweir1 and @vinnybelfast - have been out and about visiting all six counties in Northern Ireland. We've been finding out what YOU want to talk about - and what issues matter to you.We were in Limavady but NOW - we've moved on to the Armagh market..
5m Jul 27, 2016
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How can we deal with the legacy of the past? – @BrianPJRowan, @malodoherty and @propatriaeamore discuss #bbcnolan
James Brokenshire recently set out his priorities as the new Northern Ireland Secretary of State, among them to help tackle paramilitarism and to address the legacy of the past. "...easier said than done", says security journalist Brian Rowan.
11m Jul 27, 2016
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Drinking laws here are set for a revamp, but how far will they go? #bbcnolan
Licensing laws in Northern Ireland are set for a revamp but how far will they go? The proposals are likely to include a new occasional hours late license allowing alcohol to be sold until 2am on 12 nights a year.Also some extra drink up time, but the current laws around Easter will largely remain unchanged.
6m Jul 27, 2016
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Are traditional seaside holidays dying out? #BBCNolan
Is modern technology interfering with our ideas on holidays?
5m Jul 26, 2016
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A mum’s fight to raise funds to take her three-year-old son Cavan to America for life-changing surgery
Cavan O'Neill from Belfast, is like most three-year-olds, he loves cartoons, bikes and is fascinated by cars. But he suffers from a condition that affects his legs, stopping him from walking. Last year his parents started fundraising in order to raise enough money - to cover the cost of pioneering surgery in America that will help him walk.
15m Jul 26, 2016
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Naked dating show - is it a new low for reality TV? @vinnybelfast & guests discuss
Now as it's the summer holidays, if there are any kids listening, maybe don't let their little ears hear the next item. How do you feel about naked dating? A new show started last night on channel 4 where a person picked someone to take on a date purely on how they looked in the nude. The contestants stood inside large boxes and were revealed bit by bit while the person picking them whittle the...
10m Jul 26, 2016
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No paramilitary trappings to be worn – Parades Commission places restrictions on loyalist South Belfast parade
The Parades Commission have placed restrictions on a controversial loyalist parade in South Belfast on Friday night. There were complaints over paramilitary displays at a similar parade over the past two years.The parade will commemorate the 22nd anniversary of the murder of UDA men Joe Bratty and Raymond Elder. Within the determination it says "no paramilitary style clothing is to be worn at ...
5m Jul 26, 2016
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Callers react - Student fees are set to rocket by up to 60 per cent
Student fees are set to rocket in Northern Ireland by up to 60 percent. That's if our politicians at Stormont decide they CAN'T find anymore moneyfor higher education here.
10m Jul 26, 2016
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Student fees are set to rocket by up to 60 per cent – should Stormont step in?
Student fees are set to rocket in Northern Ireland by up to 60 percent. That's if our politicians at Stormont decide they CAN'T find anymore moneyfor higher education here.
27m Jul 26, 2016
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What would you tell your 25 year old self? @Paul_Tweed offers his advice on @BBCNolan
Who do you turn to when you're in trouble? Well, if you're a Holywood a-lister then you probably pick up the phone to our NEXT guest.This is from my own Monday night show - Where we talk to some well known people about - What they wish they'd known, when they were 25. These days Paul Tweed is a world-renowned libel lawyer BUTall those years ago he was just another kid - looking for a chance...
11m Jul 25, 2016
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Film-maker says docs should prescribe nuts, olive oil and vegetables to patients instead of drugs
Doctors should prescribe nuts, olive oil and vegetables to patients instead of drugs ANDuse "lifestyle medicine" routinely to tackle the big killers such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes and obesity. That's one of the key messages of British Cardiologist - Dr Aseem Malhotra's film "The Big Fat Fix"
6m Jul 25, 2016
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Is it ever okay to tell off a stranger's children? #BBCNolan
It's the meltdown moment all parents dread, when a young child has a tantrum in a public place and refuses to calm down. One café owner has finally had enough of screaming kids. Kim Christofi, who runs a café in suffolk, warned parents on facebook she would give unruly children 'five lenient minutes' to quiet down or she would 'discipline' them herself. But is it ever okay to tell off a stran...
12m Jul 25, 2016
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On the Road: more from @nweir1 and @vinnybelfast in Limavady
Vinny and Nicola are on the road again! Here is more from Limivady.
5m Jul 25, 2016
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Concerns for children’s safety after needles found on Portavogie beach #BBCNolan
A concerned listener has got in touch with the programme after the discovery of needles on Portavogie beach. They were found by children playing in the sand on Tuesday afternoon. You'll remember it was a sunny day AND the beach would have been busy with children and families enjoying the summer holidays.
16m Jul 25, 2016
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MLA at centre of tabloid sting after sending naked pics – but was it in the public interest? #BBCNolan
An MLA has found himself on the front pages of our local Sunday tabloids after he sent naked pictures to an undercover reporter he thought he was meeting for sex.Ulster Unionist Ross Hussey has apologised "unreservedly" and said he "made a terrible error of judgement". His party have stood by him and said "he has not broken any law. He is a single man and entitled to a private life."
26m Jul 25, 2016
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Our Big Friday Interview is with radio presenter and author, @simonmayo
My guest today is one of the BBC's best-loved radio presenters with a career at the Beeb spanning 35 years. Simon Mayo has worked on Radio 1, 5 Live and these days has six million listeners in his Radio 2 Drivetime slot. But he has also been turing his hand to writing fiction. His fourth book "Blame" is his first aimed at the Young Adult market.
21m Jul 22, 2016
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@PSNITraffic issue road safety warning on #BBCNolan after man jumps onto a busy road to catch a Pokemon
The PSNI in Ards are tweeting that a man has been spotted jumping onto the A2 to catch a Pokemon. Not surprisingly the police say they are speechless. Inspector Rosie Leech spoke to Stephen
8m Jul 22, 2016
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@eastantrimmp sparks outrage after controversial remarks on #BBCNolan linking breastfeeding in public to voyeurism and exhibitionism
The House of Commons should install gender neutral toilets, allow MPs to breastfeed in the chamber, and introduce quotas to ensure that there are more women working there, according to a report endorsed by the Speaker. The Good Parliament report sets out 43 recommendations for tackling current sexism in parliament and transforming it into an "international showcase" for equality and inclusion. ...
23m Jul 22, 2016
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Listen to #BBCNolan callers tell Stephen about their experiences of having a heart attack
Listen to Nolan callers tell Stephen about their experiences of having a heart attack
20m Jul 21, 2016
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Could your local pub be about to shut up shop?
New research suggests that 24% of pubs here are operating under "significant financial distress", which could lead to closure. Colin Neill, chief executive of Hospitality Ulster, which represents pubs here, said increased operating costs posed the biggest challenge for bars.
3m Jul 21, 2016
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Should employers give extra breaks to workers who vape?
Public Health England officials also want firms to set aside vaping rooms, stop forcing e-cig smokers to go outside to vape' and give them extra breaks for 'frequent top-ups'. So should employers make exceptions for e-cig users? What about non smokers do they have a right to take extra breaks?
6m Jul 21, 2016
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A black woman settles a case against the Home Office after she alleged an immigration officer stopped her because she "looked foreign".
The Home Office has settled a case with a black woman for £2,000 after she alleged an immigration officer at Belfast City Airport stopped her because she "looked foreign". Her case, which was supported by the Equality Commission, was settled out of court with no admission of liability. The woman, who has been in the UK for 16 years, and holds a British passport has said: "I thought then, and I ...
12m Jul 21, 2016
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Man runs up £7,500 bill in a strip club. Was he a drunken mug or was he taken advantage of?
A sozzled stag party guest from Northern Ireland took a strip club to court after he blew £7,500 in five hours, claiming he was taken advantage of for being drunk. The man from Portstewart spent the money - a third of his annual salary - on strippers and booze at Spearmint Rhino in Bournemouth three years ago. In court this week he said he'd drunk more than 30 alcoholic drinks and woke up to fi...
21m Jul 21, 2016
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Is a border poll any closer post-Brexit?
A border poll is now possible - that was the big claim from the Irish Prime Minister yesterday. Taoiseach Enda Kenny said the triggering of a border poll required "clear evidence of a majority of people wishing to leave the UK and join the Republic".But unionists have been quick to dismiss the claim.
5m Jul 20, 2016
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Stormont Executive publishes £50million plan to tackle paramilitary activity. @BrianPJRowan comments
A 50 million pound plan to tackle paramilitary activity in Northern Ireland has been published by the Stormont Executive. Ministers have agreed to a range of educational and community schemes aimed at deterring young people who are at risk of involvement in paramilitarism. They also accepted proposals to help ex-paramilitary prisoners applying to travel, to adopt and to access loans. But there'...
5m Jul 20, 2016
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The sunshine brings people out to the parks and the coast and some leave their rubbish behind them. Are councils doing enough to keep public spaces tidy?
The sunshine brings people out to the parks and the coast and some leave their rubbish behind them. Are councils doing enough to keep public spaces tidy?
5m Jul 20, 2016
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It’s management meeting day at the BBC and Stephen has got his hands on a secret recording – let’s find out what they’ve been talking about.
It is Wednesday which is a SPECIAL day here in Broadcasting House. Today is the day the senior management on the 6th floor in here have their meetings. All very secretive. This came up in conversation with Lady Anne Boothby who was first on the show on Monday.
14m Jul 20, 2016
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Police refuse to take down Billy Wright poster in Dungannon, saying it is a balance of rights of one community over the other - are they right?
A poster of loyalist killer Billy Wright in Dungannon glorifying murders - but the PSNI say they won't take it down not every one will find it offensive. Under a picture of Wright it says "I would look back and say Cappagh was probably my best". That's a reference to the murder of four men in a bar - three IRA members and one civilian - in 1991.
29m Jul 20, 2016
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Is a more “hands off” parenting approach the way to go when your kids are being boisterous? Heidi McAlpin thinks so but @EJWoolf isn’t so sure.
Toddlers like to be the centre of attention and tantrums are definitely a way to get noticed. But one mum insists that a different approach is needed. Georgina Fuller told the Daily Mail to ignore tantrums, and let children be boisterous. She says 'healthy neglect' parenting helps children become more independent! So is a more 'hands'off' parenting the way to go?
14m Jul 19, 2016
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Join Vinny and Nicola On the Road! Here is Part 1 of this week’s visit to Limavady
Our Nicola and Vinny have been out and about visiting all six counties in Northern Ireland. They've been finding out what YOU want to talk about - and what issues matter to you. This week they're in Limavady....
4m Jul 19, 2016
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Hear the latest offerings at the movies in our Nolan Cinema Guide
Movie time! If your kids are off school or you fancy a trip to the cinema yourself - here's a sample of what's on...
6m Jul 19, 2016
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Does recent violence and unrest in some popular holiday destinations affect your travel plans? We asked travel expert @julianbray
It was a weekend of tragic events - with the lorry attack in Nice claiming the lives of 84 people and an attempted military coup in Turkey killing 265.The Foreign Secretary - Boris Johnson - says he's very concerned about the situation in Turkey. British people there are being urged to avoid public places and stay vigilant. Vinny talks to Julian Bray, aviation and travel expert .
5m Jul 19, 2016
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These #BBCNolan callers are being driven mad by the state of their roads.
These #BBCNolan callers are being driven mad by the state of their roads.
11m Jul 19, 2016
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£1 million paid out for pothole damage over 5 years. Are holes in the road driving you mad?
Over £1 MILLION has been paid out in compensation to drivers whose cars have been damaged by road defects in the past 5 years.Last month - a detailed survey revealed that there are more than 100,000 potholes across Northern Ireland, reported by the Irish News. The Minister for Infrastructure, Sinn Fein's Chris Hazzard, spoke to Vinny.
27m Jul 19, 2016
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House of Commons votes today on whether to renew Trident. @CharlieSeaWolf and former MP @lembitopik discuss
It's an actual nuclear issue for MPs this week. The House of Commons is due to vote today whether to renew the UK's Trident nuclear weapons system. Trident supporters say it provides an "essential deterrent" for the UK's security. But opponents argue that it is unnecessary and the money involved would be much better spent elsewhere. Stephen speaks to commentator Charlie Wolf AND former MP Lembi...
6m Jul 18, 2016
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Can Stephen lose weight by sitting in his hot tub? We find out from @DrMichaelMosley
Can you get the benefits of exercise by having a hot bath? We all know exercise is good for us, but can we get the benefits without actually doing the exercise? New research suggests having a hot bath or a sauna can actually help us burn off calories. Sounds better than an hour of hard pedalling anyway! Dr Michael Mosley has been looking in to this.
18m Jul 18, 2016
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Belfast family left devastated after police and council dog wardens remove their pet dog, Hank.
A family have been left devastated after police and Belfast City Council dog wardens removed their pet dog Hank. The family say council and police took away their pet because he looked like a pit-bull type dog. They have since set up a campaign on Facebook and a fund page to help with legal costs - which currently stands at almost £8,000! Stephen spoke to Leonard, owner of Hank.
8m Jul 18, 2016
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Bobby Sands documentary #BBCNolan callers react
A row has erupted over the use of public money, including a contribution from the BBC, being used to fund a controversial film about the hunger striker Bobby Sands. The documentary film called "66 Days" received tens of thousands of pounds in funding from Northern Ireland Screen and the BBC. Stephen was joined by former Culture, Arts and Leisure Minister Nelson McCausland and Danny Morrison, fo...
13m Jul 18, 2016
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Row erupts over use of public money for Bobby Sands documentary #BBCNolan
A row has erupted over the use of public money, including a contribution from the BBC, being used to fund a controversial film about the hunger striker Bobby Sands. The documentary film called "66 Days" received tens of thousands of pounds in funding from Northern Ireland Screen and the BBC. Stephen is joined by former Culture, Arts and Leisure Minister Nelson McCausland and Danny Morrison, for...
22m Jul 18, 2016
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The "PoGo" craze – What’s it all about? #BBCNolan
Pokemon Go, a mobile game that has become a global phenomenon, has been released in the UK. You're probably wondering what its all about -- well so am I! It's an app which lets players walk around the real world and 'catch' Pokemon on their phone The "PoGo" craze has even led to police warning people not to "poke and drive" and to be careful as they cross roads and search bushes trying to catc...
3m Jul 15, 2016
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Is it good idea to mix celebrity and politics? #BBCNolan
In the age of social media its easier than ever for celebrities to interact with fans and spread their beliefs. In recent time we've had many celebrities enter the Brexit debate, among them Bob Geldof and Charlotte Church. But is it generally a good idea to mix celebrity and politics? Should they get involved in political issues or keep their opinions to themselves? Well journalist Martin Daub...
10m Jul 15, 2016
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Paris based priest Fr Aidan Troy reacts to the Nice attacks
Former North Belfast Parish priest Adrian Troy who is now based in Paris
10m Jul 15, 2016
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How far should arts funding be protected from cutbacks? #BBCNolan
It's been revealed that the Arts Council of Northern Ireland (ACNI) has had its budget for 2016-17 reduced by almost £500,000.The cutback was confirmed by the Department for Communities in response to a query from the BBC.It's been criticised as short sighted.But the Department says all public bodies are facing funding challenges.
15m Jul 15, 2016
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Callers react to France attacks
The death toll in the French resort of Nice has risen to 84 after a lorry was driven at high speed into crowds celebrating Bastille Day. Several children are among the dead and around twenty people are thought to be seriously injured. President Francois Hollande said the attack was of "an undeniable terrorist nature".
10m Jul 15, 2016
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Nice attacks - Europe unites to support France in another very dark hour.
The death toll in the French resort of Nice has risen to 84 after a lorry was driven at high speed into crowds celebrating Bastille Day. Several children are among the dead and around twenty people are thought to be seriously injured. President Francois Hollande said the attack was of "an undeniable terrorist nature".
29m Jul 15, 2016
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Time to grow up? When is it too old for miniskirts, Ibiza and Facebook? #BBCNolan
How old is too old to get a tattoo? What about wearing a football shirt? Or holidaying in Ibiza? Well a poll surveying 2,000 retirees found that 38 is the key milestone for 'growing up' It says wearing a football shirt should be avoided past the age of 42Visiting Ibiza should be forbidden for those over 40Women shouldn't wear a mini skirt past the age of 39At 49 you're too old to use facebookA...
7m Jul 14, 2016
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Headmaster forced into roof space to make room - @nweir1 investigates
A headmaster at a primary school in County Antrim is having to move into the ROOF SPACE so that his study can be used as a classroom while he waits for a new building. Mill Strand Integrated Primary School in Portrush says the lack of available land in the town is the problem...but that one site could fit the bill. The Dunluce Centre, which is owned by the Causeway Coast and Glens Council, has ...
4m Jul 14, 2016
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Boris Johnston as Foreign Secretary – masterstroke or disaster?
Boris Johnson succeeds Mr Hammond at the Foreign Office. The former London mayor headed the campaign for the UK to leave the European Union. He did not previously have a ministerial appointment in Mr Cameron's government but accepted an invitation to attend political cabinet. He was not running any department.
5m Jul 14, 2016
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New PM Theresa May takes charge with unionist declaration @BBCNolan
The new Prime Minister nails her colours to the mast - So what does it mean that the new PM is declaring herself a firm unionist?
25m Jul 14, 2016
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