Northern Ireland's parliament on Saturday (Feb 3) appointed Irish nationalist Michelle O'Neill as their very first minister in a historic shift. O'Neill's appointment indicates the rise of the party which has stated that its ultimate dream of a united Ireland is "within touching distance.

Michelle O'Neill appointed as First Minister by North Ireland in historic shift

Northern Ireland's government will reopen for the first time in three years on Saturday after rival parties rallied around a new power-sharing agreement that can help the volatile province handle the pressures of Brexit.

Northern Ireland government returns after three-year suspension

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Michelle O'Neill appointed as First Minister by North Ireland in historic shift

Northern Ireland government returns after three-year suspension