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The Independent: 40 years in 40 front pages: As The Independent celebrates its 40th anniversary, we take a look back at four decades of free thinking front pages
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dpaq.de Oct 16
Venice to charge entry fee on more days in 2027: The northern Italian lagoon city of Venice - one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe - will ...
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Britain steps in to stop contentious Protestant parade in Northern Ireland: Britain's Northern Ireland minister on Friday overturned a decision by local ...
reuters.com/world/uk/britains-northern-ireland-minister-says-blocked-parade-cannot-go-ahead-2026-10-09/
Viele planen den Urlaub fürs nächste Jahr schon im Herbst. Für Brandenburg sieht es 2027 bei Feiertagen und Brückentagen allerdings eher schwierig aus ... Show more
Manila Archbishop Cardinal Advincula to get honorary doctorate from UST: Cardinal Jose Advincula presides over the Commemoration of the Lord's Passion at the ...
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gulftoday.ae Oct 10
Labour is right to put Northern Ireland veterans first: It is now almost three decades since the Good Friday Agreement effectively ended the Troubles in Northern ...
gulftoday.ae/opinion/2026/10/10/labour-is-right-to-put-northern-ireland-veterans-first
Travellers ordered to restore land after building illegal site complete with roads and utilities
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UK bank holidays 2027: How to more than double your annual leave in 2027-2028: A full list of UK bank holidays across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern ...
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Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch is adamant that, despite Andy Burnham’s defence of the United Kingdom earlier this week ... Show more
Bertie Ahern in talks to take up mediator role in Drumcree stand-off; overnight talks end without agreement
independent.ie/irish-news/politics/bertie-ahern-in-talks-to-take-up-mediator-role-in-drumcree-stand-off-overnight-talks-end-without-agreement/a/162466590.html
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has said that the residents of the Garvaghy Road have been “crystal clear” about how to end the standoff ... Show more
UK PM Burnham and Irish PM Martin reaffirm commitment to Good Friday Agreement: Britain's Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Irish leader Micheal Martin on Friday ...
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Ireland and UK 'need to be prepared' for border poll: Minister for Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee has said she believes "in the future we will have ...
rte.ie/news/2026/0902/1590049-border-poll/
Andy Burnham pledges to ‘stick 100%' to Good Friday Agreement: British prime minister said on visit to Belfast last week that referendum on united Ireland was ...
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The 2027 holiday dates to book now for 36 days off with 14 days' annual leave: There are 8 bank holiday dates in 2027. However, if you're savvy with your annual ...
metro.co.uk/2026/09/01/2027-holiday-dates-book-now-36-days-off-14-days-annual-leave-29507207/
Full list of bank holidays including substitute days for 2026 and 2027 as Boxing Day to move
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Gordon Brown says a united Ireland is ‘inevitable’ in the future: The former prime minister said it would be a ‘long process’ and have to be based on mutual ...
shropshirestar.com/uk-news/gordon-brown-says-a-united-ireland-is-inevitable-in-the-future-8949453
2027 bank holiday trick to turn 24 days leave into 56 days off work: If you're looking to make the most of your annual leave in 2027, there's a simple trick that ...
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Burnham Irish unity remarks were not a mistake, Sir Chris Bryant says: The NI Secretary said both he and the Prime Minister are committed to the Good Friday ...
shropshirestar.com/uk-news/burnham-irish-unity-remarks-were-not-a-mistake-sir-chris-bryant-says-8948779
Andy Burnham has 'no right to deny Irish unity referendum': ANDY Burnham has “no right” to deny the people of Ireland a referendum on reunification ...
thenational.scot/news/26502856.andy-burnham-no-right-deny-irish-unity-referendum/
Your daily horoscope for Friday, August 28, 2026: What does Friday, August 28, 2026 hold in store for you? The InStyle daily horoscope reveals it: What the stars ...
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The Spectator Aug 27
The Northern Ireland Troubles Bill only serves the IRA: More British military personnel were killed during the Troubles than in Iraq and Afghanistan combined ...
spectator.com/article/the-northern-ireland-troubles-bill-only-serves-the-ira/
Mexican Stocks Post Their Best Day Since June: The IPC rose 2.14% on Friday, its biggest gain since June, as diesel tax relief hit a 2026 high and the government ...
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The 4 remaining Bank Holidays UK residents can look forward to this year - full list
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Dublin museum employee charged after car bomb intercepted near Irish border: A woman, 25, and a man in his 40s were charged after a car bomb in the Republic of ...
metro.co.uk/2026/07/24/police-intercept-extremely-significant-bomb-way-northern-ireland-29215430/
OpinionNobody in Europe knows or cares what Kemi Badenoch thinks. That’s a big mistake: The opposition leader wants to pull the UK out of the ECHR, wrecking treaties ...
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/jul/23/europe-kemi-badenoch-uk-echr-treaties
‘The magnificent, the magical, the marvellous!’ It’s TV’s happiest endings : Gold dances, the Good Friday agreement and standup superstardom … get ready to blub ...
theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2026/jul/22/tv-happiest-endings-mrs-maisel-parks-rec-brooklyn-nine-nine-only-fools-30-rock
Taoiseach will work with Prime Minister to ensure ‘close co-operation’: Micheál Martin has congratulated Andy Burnham on becoming Prime Minister.
expressandstar.com/uk-news/taoiseach-will-work-with-prime-minister-to-ensure-close-co-operation-8811223
Lagos releases 2026/2027 academic calendar, fixes September 14 resumption: The Lagos State Government has released the 2026/2027 academic calendar for primary ...
punchng.com/lagos-releases-2026-2027-academic-calendar-fixes-september-14-resumption/
David Andrews obituary: Irish foreign minister: Striking politician who signed the Good Friday agreement after a long political exile brought about by his bitter ...
thetimes.com/uk/obituaries/article/david-andrews-obituary-jt92srwnh
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Carlisle United 2026/27 fixtures: What to look out for: Carlisle United will learn their league programme for 2026/27 at 11am on Friday - so what will be the key ...
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Scotland needs Good Friday-style agreement say Stephen Gethins: SCOTLAND would benefit from a Good Friday-style agreement to break from the Union ...
thenational.scot/news/26257611.scotland-needs-good-friday-style-agreement-stephen-gethins/
Your daily horoscope for Friday, June 26, 2026: What does Friday, June 26, 2026, hold in store for you? The InStyle daily horoscope reveals all: What the stars ...
instyle.de/lifestyle/horoskop/tageshoroskop-fuer-freitag-26-juni-2026
Free contraception, compulsory voting in the National Council elections, the Federal Presidential election, transparency in parliament ... Show more
CNA Jun 18
Singapore public holiday dates for 2027 released, with 5 long weekends: Five of the public holidays in 2027 fall on Friday, Sunday or Monday.
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/public-holidays-2027-singapore-ministry-manpower-6191966
Make Your Day Jun 16
New parking rules planned for Durham City zones: Changes to parking restrictions and charges are being proposed in Durham.
thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/26195750.new-parking-rules-planned-durham-city-zones/
This is how the HUK-Coburg Open Air Summer 2026 starts: The HUK-Coburg Open Air Summer is a highlight in Coburg every year. The first round kicks off on ...
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"[Good Friday] was a bumper crowd, one of our best crowds in many years"
👉 Strong crowds, good sponsorship and building Pirates as a business - Owner Ford
Good Friday as a public holiday, free contraception: These 5 referendums can be signed from Monday
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Car thief in Birmingham hunted – CCTV appeal: Police have said '[we] appreciate that the image isn't very clear but hope that someone will recognise the man'
birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/car-thief-birmingham-hunted--34083244
From June 15th, the petition for a Good Friday holiday will be available for signatures
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eNCA Jun 05
It's Feel Good Friday! The Good Things Guy Brent Lindeque joins #TheSouthAfricanMorning to celebrate the small wins and everything wonderful the country has to offer ... Show more
LIST: 2026 regular holidays, special non-working days: MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang released on Thursday the list of regular holidays and special non-working ...
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Kent Online Jun 02
Alleged killers deny murdering young dad in Good Friday stabbing: The two alleged killers of a young dad fatally stabbed in the early hours of Good Friday have ...
kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/alleged-killers-deny-murdering-young-dad-in-good-friday-stab-341044/
mcnews.com.au May 30
Marquez returns, Bagnaia fires, but Di Giannantonio tops Mugello Friday: Fabio Di Giannantonio led an Italian MotoGP top four at Mugello as Marc Marquez returned ...
mcnews.com.au/motogp-mugello-friday-practice-2026-di-giannantonio-marquez/
eNCA May 29
It's Feel Good Friday on #TheSouthAfricanMorning . The Good Things Guy, Brent Lindeque, will be speaking on everything wonderful the country has to offer. Tune in to #eNCA ... Show more
Full list of UK bank holiday changes for 2026 and 2027 : The UK has enjoyed record-breaking temperatures today
liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/full-list-uk-bank-holiday-34008494
Walking tour set to reveal the history of two iconic South Shields parks: Members of the public are being invited to find out more about two South Shields parks.
shieldsgazette.com/news/walking-tour-set-to-reveal-the-history-of-two-iconic-south-shields-parks-8641510
Full list of UK bank holiday changes for 2026 and 2027 : The UK has enjoyed record-breaking temperatures today
liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/full-list-uk-bank-holiday-34008494
Good Friday betting shop knife attack leads to attempted murder charges for man and woman
yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/crime/good-friday-betting-shop-knife-attack-leads-to-attempted-murder-charges-8611965
Iconic market through the years as it celebrates 400th birthday: A new art exhibition marks the milestone
gloucestershirelive.co.uk/news/regional-news/gallery/pictures-iconic-stroud-markets-through-10971917
Disciplinary - Jackson Hastings punished for throwing bottle: SAINTS half back Jackson Hastings has been punished after an investigation into an incident at the ...
sthelensstar.co.uk/sport/26095489.disciplinary---jackson-hastings-punished-throwing-bottle/
mcnews.com.au May 08
Zarco fires up Le Mans crowd as Marc Marquez faces Q1: Johann Zarco topped French MotoGP Friday Practice at Le Mans as Marc Marquez, Jack Miller and Fabio ...
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Muñoz shines at Le Mans for Friday honours in France: In the victory hunt here 12 months ago and a podium finisher last time out at Jerez ...
motogp.com/en/news/2026/05/08/munoz-shines-at-le-mans-for-friday-honours-in-france/1064618
The raids were in response to violence which broke out after Middlesbrough's Good Friday football fixture
Pentagon To Host Good Friday Service Just For Protestants, Not Catholics
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Pope Leo XIV to carry cross for entire procession: Pope Leo XIV plans to personally carry the wooden cross through all 14 stations of the Way of the Cross at the ...
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Key FactsPope Leo to Carry Cross at Rome's Colosseum
Apr 1, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wantedinrome.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wantedinrome.com
- Pope Leo XIV will carry the Cross at every station of the Via Crucis at Rome’s Colosseum on Good Friday.
- This marks the first time in over sixty years that a pope has performed this full tradition since its revival.
- The torchlit ceremony starts at 9:15 PM and features meditations written by Franciscan Father Francesco Patton upon the pope’s request.
- The event causes early closure of the Colosseum and nearby sites, along with traffic restrictions in the surrounding area.
Big queues for fish & chips in the North East as crowds come out on Good Friday: Chippys across the North East had a hectic time of things on Good Friday as ...
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Despite dance ban: Engagement party in shooting hall causes a stir: A Good Friday celebration in the shooting hall outrages residents. The city explains why the ...
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ekathimerini.com Apr 14
Hollywood actors carry Epitaphios over Orthodox Easter weekend: Hollywood stars of Greek origin, including actress and singer Rita Wilson with her husband ...
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Watch as Sunderland re-enacts Jesus' crucifixion journey as Walk of Witness makes Good Friday return to city. Find out more and watch the video below ... Show more
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Surrey Live Apr 11
'Uproar' as around 50 lorries turn up to Surrey village in 'unauthorised development' on Green belt site
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Key FactsPirbright residents report around 50 lorries at site
Apr 11, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: getsurrey.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: getsurrey.co.uk
- Residents reported 45 to 50 lorries and two mobile homes arriving on Good Friday, April 3; work continued until Easter Monday.
- The parish clerk said hardstanding, water pipes, cesspits and fencing were installed across the 2.8-acre site.
- The parish council said it received hundreds of complaints and urged Guildford Borough Council to issue a Stop Notice and seek an injunction.
- Guildford Borough Council said officers had visited the site and were investigating the matter as a priority.
The enforcement process as it stands is broken and no longer fit for purpose, and Guildford Borough Council should give Pirbright the same attention and seek the same action as it has done in Alfold, Bramley and Normandy.— Pirbright Parish Council, in a statement
Every confirmed Bank Holiday for 2026, 2027 and 2028 – as three-day working week revealed
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Tragedy as boy, 4, dies suddenly as cops and paramedics race to street in UK town on Good Friday
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Key FactsUS Special Forces Rescue Wounded Pilot in Iran Raid
Apr 5, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: theguardian.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: theguardian.com
- A wounded weapons systems officer was rescued by 200 US commandos from mountains in southwest Iran following an F-15E crash.
- Three Iranian Revolutionary Guards died and several American aircraft were destroyed during the high-risk rescue mission.
- President Trump announced a forthcoming press briefing and threatened to bomb Iranian infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz remained closed.
- The operation drew praise from Israel amid escalating regional conflict marked by attacks on petrochemical sites and civilian casualties.
Open the Fuckin’ Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell.— Donald Trump, in a social media post shortly after midnight following the rescue.
Spot anyone Saints fans you know in the Good Friday crowd?: SUPPORTERS were delighted to see Saints come back from 24-10 down in the closing minutes to pull off ...
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In 29 pictures: Crowds gather to watch Procession of Witness in Hastings Old Town on Good Friday
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‘Listen to Me, You Fat F*ck’: James Carville Sends Trump Heartfelt Good Friday Message
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Good Friday, a unique and solemn day for Christians: Good Friday is a unique and uniquely solemn day in the Christian calendar. Celebrated the Friday before ...
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US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Monday (Apr 6) drew parallels between the rescue operation of the F-15E crew member, who was stranded in Iran after his ... Show more
‘A pilot reborn’: Hegseth draws parallels between US pilot’s rescue and Jesus Christ’s resurrection
‘A pilot reborn’: Hegseth draws parallels between US pilot’s rescue and Jesus Christ’s resurrection
Philstar Life Apr 06
AIRPORT THEFT
The Office for Transportation Security has removed three NAIA Terminal 3 staff after an Australian passenger reported losing ₱7 ... Show more
3 airport staff relieved over alleged theft of P7,000 from Australian passenger
3 airport staff relieved over alleged theft of P7,000 from Australian passenger
Hundreds of Christians prayed for peace at Good Friday church services across Abu Dhabi, as the UAE continues to come under heavy attack from Iran.
Hegseth Holds Protestant-Only Religious Service at Pentagon: According to a Friday report from HuffPost, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon held a ...
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