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Viewpoint: Peace and sunshine perfect blend
There was a time, and not so long ago, when a “ long, hot summer” in Northern Ireland was not a description of the weather. Instead it was a coded reference to the summer marching season, with frequent confrontation between rival groups which led to the worst possible publicity for Northern Ireland.
Why Murray really needs some True Brit to win at Wimbledon
The further Andy Murray progresses at Wimbledon, the more British he becomes. I was struck by this phenomenon last week as I sat on the Centre Court watching the young Scotsman's early victories.
Robert Fisk: Jury is out on the Iranian model of religion and politics
So what of the famous revolution? Was it a return to the basic values of Shia Islam?
Michael‘s star shines on despite all the scandals
When it all comes down to it, it's a gang of paramedics hammering on the chest of someone who's collapsed in their home.
SDLP’s policy on Raytheon is at odds with the official record
The SDLP has rejected suggestions that John Hume colluded with arms manufacturer Raytheon to mislead the public about the nature of the company's operation in Derry.
Mark Steel: The media's Michael Jackson circus
Within minutes of the first reports, it was clear the world was going mad.
So, are all the loyalist guns really gone?
Having taken the guts of 15 years since they first announced their ceasefires to reach the point of some sort of arms decommissioning, there’s almost a poetic justice that the loyalist paramilitaries’ ‘historic’ announcements were entirely overshadowed by the news of the death of Michael Jackson.
Sleaze and lies: Claudia Lawrence, trial by the media
With hysterical headlines such as ‘Claudia’s Forty Different Lovers’ you’d be forgiven for wondering what manner of monster this evil Claudia is.
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.U2 Album Poll
U2's best album - here's your chance to vote
U2's best album - here's your chance to vote
| No Line On The Horizon |
 2% |
| How To Dismantle An Atomic Bomb |
 3% |
| All That You Can't Leave Behind |
5% |
| Pop |
1% |
| Zooropa |
2% |
| Achtung Baby |
19% |
| Rattle and Hum |
8% |
| The Joshua Tree |
49% |
| The Unforgettable Fire |
5% |
| Under a Blood Red Sky |
6% |
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