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A recent Eucharistic procession in Derry, Ireland, highlighted an inspiring revival of Catholic faith in a city synonymous with some dark days in Ireland’s troubled history.

During the trial, Ready told the court he had suffered from delusions that he was “evil Jesus” and believed the murder of Mr Harty would expose organised crime in Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire ...

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From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground ... Labour Government is to repeal The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023.