Innovation, Culture, Grit: NI's April Stories

0:00On April 2nd, our mob planetarium is getting a major, multi-million pound upgrade to boost its astronomy programs, promising new tech and exhibits for, stargazers everywhere. Over in Belfast, Harlan and Wolf just opened their historic ship plans archive to the public, letting folks dive into blueprints for iconic builds. Like the Titanic, meanwhile, local pupils are shooting for the stars with the homemade rocket designed to launch 800 feet high, showing off some serious young. Talent. There's also a community push using cinema to connect kids from different backgrounds, building bridges one movie at a time. Belfast lit up with excitement as Arnold Schwarzenegger rolled back into town for an honorary degree, drawing crowds who chanted his famous lines, and celebrated the action star's ties to the city. Fans turned out in force, making it a real homecoming vibe. On the court front, the former partner of Natalie McNally has been found guilty of her murder, closing a tub chapter after a long trial.

1:00A key witness shared exclusive thoughts on their broken friendship with the killer, highlighting the personal toll. These stories from UTV Live's April 2nd edition remind us how Northern Ireland mixes innovation, culture, and grit keep watching for what comes. Next.