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Gaza war: a ceasefire depends on a leap of faith from both sides – Northern Ireland showed us how

The talks aimed at ending the violence in Gaza are failing because there is no guarantee any ceasefire negotiated at present will last. Hamas wants a permanent ceasefire leading to the establishment of a “fully sovereign” Palestinian state. The Israeli government – particularly the more rightwing nationalistic elements – wants…

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Sold: 2,000 captive southern white rhino destined for freedom across Africa

The South African herd represents up to 15% of Africa’s remaining population. Happily, the new owners are willing to spend huge sums for translocations across the continent

The Guardian - UK

Farmed rhinos will soon 'rewild' the African savanna

With all the terrible news on climate change, it’s easy to lose track of what’s happening with particular species. So, in case you missed it, a new report has bad news for Earth’s five surviving species of rhino.

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Donaldson took decision to withdraw First Minister with ‘great reluctance’

The DUP leader said he did it to see ‘meaningful engagement’ on unionists concerns around the Northern Ireland Protocol.

The Independent UK

Frustrations grow as Wallsend sinkhole work stretches on

Frustrations fester among members of the damaged Wallsend Diggers Sports Club following a massive sinkhole that opened up in March.

Newcastle Herald

Half of Africa’s white rhino population is in private hands – it’s time for a new conservation approach

Southern white rhinos are widely known as a conservation success story. Their population grew from fewer than 100 individuals in the 1920s to 20,000 in 2012, mostly in South Africa.

The Conversation

White rhinos for sale, one careful owner: tycoon looks for a billionaire to buy his conservation ranch

South African magnate hopes there will be bidder in auction who prefers 1,993 rare creatures to a superyacht

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2,000 'near threatened' white rhinos are up for auction

On Wednesday, John Hume, owner of the Platinum Rhino Project, launched an auction to sell off the 2,000-strong herd in an online sale that's starting at $10 million.

WEKU

NI leadership that defies historical expectations is still needed – Varadkar

In the face of difficult compromises in 1998, Leo Varadkar said that “vision, leadership and optimism triumphed”.

The Independent UK

Bill Clinton quotes Lyra McKee and urges Derry audience to 'say goodbye to bomb and bullet'

The former President was back in Derry for an event honouring John Hume and David Trimble

Belfast Live

Restoring Stormont ‘can fairly easily be done’, says Bill Clinton

But the former US president said excuses can always be found to say no.

The Independent UK

Derry man on meeting a former US President during a trip to the shops

"I was in such disbelief it was happening but he was so nice and warm in the way he spoke to me"

Belfast Live

Bill Clinton arrives in Belfast for 25th anniversary of Good Friday agreement

Ex-US president to attend three-day Northern Ireland conference alongside host of high-profile figures

The Guardian - UK

‘We only agreed to do it if they shook hands’: Bono on the gig that helped end the Troubles

From Neil Hannon to Bertie Ahern, musicians, politicians and PR gurus recall the crucial part that a 1998 gig played in Northern Ireland’s peace process

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Belfast Live

Bill Clinton to return to Derry for event to honour John Hume and David Trimble

42nd President of the United States to return to the city he brought to a standstill in the 1990s

Daily Mirror

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

The Independent UK

What is the Good Friday Agreement?

Historic peace treaty brought republicans and unionists together after decades of violent political conflict in Northern Ireland, a period of trauma and turmoil known as the Troubles

The Guardian - UK

Beyond Belief: The Life and Mission of John Hume review – profoundly affecting

This musical drama about the lives of Northern Ireland peacemakers gives a familiar story a new dimension

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Belfast Live

Who was involved in the Good Friday Agreement? Northern Ireland peace deal's key players as 25th anniversary is marked

The agreement has played a significant role in shaping NI

Belfast Live

Derry's Playhouse Theatre "overwhelmed" by reaction to John Hume play

MP Colum Eastwood said: "It is fantastic, it is very honest and actually quite emotional."

The Independent UK

Sons of John Hume and David Trimble speak of fathers’ sacrifices for peace deal

Nicholas Trimble and John Hume Jr both said their late fathers would be frustrated with the current political deadlock.

The Independent UK

What is the Good Friday Agreement?

Historic peace treaty brought republicans and unionists together after decades of violent political conflict in Northern Ireland, a period of trauma and turmoil known as the Troubles

The Guardian - UK

The Good Friday agreement’s fragile peace must be bolstered

Letter: Darren Murphy and Brian Dalton of Irish in Britain reflect on the deal that brought peace to Northern Ireland, a quarter century after it was signed

Belfast Live

U2 Belfast gig helped secure Yes vote in Good Friday Agreement – Durkan

“It created a positive image in those final few days"

The Independent UK

U2 concert in Belfast helped secure Yes vote in agreement referendum – Durkan

SDLP leader John Hume and UUP leader David Trimble appeared on stage with Bono just days before the vote.

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