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Iran war dampens Easter season for millions in Ethiopia as gas and food prices rise

Millions of Christians in Ethiopia observed Good Friday in the capital, Addis Ababa, as celebrations — ahead of their Easter Sunday this weekend — were dampened by fuel scarcity and rising food prices caused by the Iran war

The Independent UK

Full list of UK bank holidays with new day off added for 2026

The United Kingdom observes several shared bank holidays during the rest of 2026, including Good Friday on 3 April, the Early May Bank Holiday on 4 May, the Spring Bank Holiday on 25 May, Christmas Day on 25 December, and a substitute Boxing Day on 28 December. England and Wales…

The Independent UK

Ofwat – what are they thinking of?

Letters: A drought of ideas | Double-yolkers | Our beautiful launderettes | Good Friday dispute | Potato planting

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What happens in church on Good Friday? That would be an ecumenical matter

Letters: Rev Canon Michael Ainsworth and Nigel Eifion Rogers Hartley continue a conversation on communion. Alan Gough says any bank holiday is a feast day

The Guardian - UK

Deadly, sombre Good Friday as 58 people killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza

Palestinian Christians in Gaza and the occupied West Bank are holding temperate gatherings leading up to Easter.

Al Jazeera

Thousands of pilgrims trek through New Mexico desert to historic adobe church for Good Friday

Thousands of Catholics are making the trek to a historic adobe church in the hills of northern New Mexico as part of a Holy Week tradition spanning generations

The Independent UK

How children affected by criminal exploitation in Northern Ireland need better legal protections

In the 25 years since the Good Friday agreement was signed, paramilitarism in Northern Ireland has remained ever-present in some communities. Of the 3,260 instances of paramilitary violence meted out since Northern Ireland achieved peace, 349 have involved children.

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Anniversary events can help restore powersharing at Stormont, says Martin

Micheal Martin spoke as political leaders from the Good Friday Agreement era prepared to participate in a major three-day conference in Belfast.

The Independent UK

A lesson from the Good Friday agreement to resolve the doctors’ pay dispute

Letters: Preconditions set by ministers on talks have obscured the substance of the dispute, writes the Labour peer Peter Hain, while Dr John Doherty suggests a reasonable offer for striking doctors

The Guardian - UK

US President Biden visits Ireland to mark 25th anniversary of Belfast Agreement

Northen Ireland marked the 25th anniversary of the 1998 Good Friday peace accords on Monday. US President Joe Biden is scheduled to arrive in Ireland on Tuesday to launch several days of high-profile commemorations.

Radio France Internationale

Northern Ireland's 25 years of fragile peace hangs in the balance amid fears GFA is failing

The Good Friday Agreement has saved hundreds of lives and given the province a fresh start, but now voices are being raised that it is failing the very people it is designed to protect

Daily Mirror

Yacht struck by lightning while racing in the Brisbane to Gladstone as parts of south-east Queensland lashed by Good Friday storms

Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race organisers say a crew is uninjured after their vessel was struck by lightning, as incredible pictures of huge storms and hail are captured around the state.

ABC News

I tried Good Friday fish and chips at one of the best chippies in the North East

The Harbour View puts entertainment on for its customers as they queue for Good Friday fish and chips

Chronicle Live

Why is today called Good Friday and what does it mean in Scotland

The Easter holidays are now underway for millions of people across the UK - including Scotland - with Good Friday now here. But why is it called Good Friday? Here is what you need to know.

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Millions, including leaders of various parties, remember Lord Jesus on Good Friday

Millions and millions of people, including top leaders of various political parties, remembered Lord Jesus on Good Friday. Read further on Dynamite News:

Manchester Evening News

Met Office weather forecast as sun shines in Greater Manchester on Good Friday

Bright sunshine is forecast across the region on Good Friday

The Independent UK

Watch as Good Friday services held in Jerusalem

Watch as Christians hold Good Friday services in Jerusalem amid ongoing protests in the city.

Chronicle Live

Festival tickets hidden around Newcastle in Good Friday giveaway

New festival In Between Days, coming to Times Square this summer, invites music fans to track down free pairs of golden tickets in city venues

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The Independent UK

What happened on Good Friday?

Christians commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ on Good Friday

The Independent UK

Good Friday 2023: What happened and why is it significant for Christians?

Christians commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ on Good Friday

ABC News

Carlton beat North Melbourne by 23 points as Charlie Curnow and Harry McKay stand up for Blues

Six goals to Charlie Curnow and four to Harry McKay lead Carlton to a solid 23-point win over North Melbourne in their Good Friday clash.

ABC News

Good Friday services held across Australia as church leaders share messages of love and faith

As thousands of churchgoers attend Good Friday services across Australia, religious leaders have spoken of the way in which the day's deep and sombre significance continues to resonate, two millennia after the death of Jesus Christ.

The Guardian - AU

Can I buy alcohol in Australia on Good Friday?

Explainer: There are various restrictions on booze sales imposed across the country for Easter. Here are the rules in each state

Belfast Live

'Human Peacewall' at interface to mark Good Friday Agreement anniversary

People from the Falls and Shankill are being asked to come together in a mark of solidarity

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Why is Good Friday called Good Friday? How the day got its name

Find out why Good Friday is called Good Friday, where the tradition comes and how it is celebrated.

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