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Two neighbours divided by Belfast peace wall turn barriers into friendship Physical wall turns short distance into long walk Lily Brannon, 73, and Michelle Bradley, 46, live in Belfast on opposite sides of a peace wall that separates the Springfield and Springmartin Road areas. Their homes are only about two minutes apart on foot. Because of the wall, the journey between them takes around 20 to 30 minutes. These peace lines exist across parts of Belfast to separate some Catholic nationalist and Protestant unionist communities. Friendship formed through cross community project The two women met through a cross community programme in west Belfast. The initiative runs at the Black Mountain Shared Space building and is supported by the International Fund for Ireland peace barriers programme. At first, both felt cautious. Michelle remembers a sense of reservation. Lily describes it as suspicion. That early tension faded as they spent more time together. From fear to trust Lily grew up before the Troubles, the decades of conflict that ended with the 1998 peace agreement. Michelle was born during the 1980s, when violence was still widespread. Michelle says she did not grow up with hate, but with fear of what she did not know. She believed people on the other side might already dislike her, even without meeting them. Strong bond despite history Over time, the two women built a close friendship. Lily now speaks warmly about Michelle and says she is someone she can rely on. Michelle has also formed a strong bond with Lily. Their relationship shows how everyday contact can reduce long held fears between communities that have been divided for decades. The International Fund for Ireland, which supports this kind of work, is marking 40 years of cross community efforts.
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Two neighbours divided by Belfast peace wall turn barriers into friendship

Physical wall turns short distance into long walk Lily Brannon, 73, and…

Margot Robbie backs the Tudor drama 1536 as it transfers to London’s West End, highlighting its focus on ordinary women during Anne Boleyn’s
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West End transfer of 1536 gains Margot Robbie support

Margot Robbie has stepped in as a co producer for the play…

Keir Starmer faces pressure after poor election results and rising internal Labour party unrest, while potential leadership challenge discussions grow within the party.
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Labour Leadership Crisis: Keir Starmer Faces Internal Pressure After Election Setbacks

Internal pressure grows inside Labour Party Keir Starmer is facing strong pressure…

Plans for a A$1.5bn Trump Tower on Australia’s Gold Coast have been scrapped amid brand controversy, financial disputes, and political tensions.
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Trump Tower Gold Coast Project Scrapped Amid Brand Controversy

A proposed A$1.5 billion Trump Tower development on Queensland’s Gold Coast has…

A South Carolina court has overturned the murder conviction of former lawyer Alex Murdaugh. He was convicted in 2023 for killing his wife Maggie and son Paul. The state Supreme Court has now ordered a new trial. Court decision The South Carolina Supreme Court issued a unanimous ruling, 5 to 0, in favor of a new trial. The judges said Murdaugh did not receive a fair trial because of outside influence on the jury. Murdaugh is currently serving two life sentences for the murders. He is also serving additional prison terms for financial crimes at both state and federal level. Reason for new trial The court found that the Colleton County Clerk of Court, Rebecca Hill, improperly influenced the jury. The judges said her actions affected the fairness of the trial. Hill has already pleaded guilty to misconduct, obstruction of justice, and perjury. She admitted to sharing sealed information and misusing public funds. Claims of jury influence The ruling included statements from jurors who said Hill made comments during the trial. One juror said she was told to watch Murdaugh closely, which affected how she viewed the case. Other jurors reported being told not to trust the defense and to avoid being misled by evidence presented in court. Some also said Hill suggested the case should not take long during deliberations. Background of the case Murdaugh was once a powerful attorney in South Carolina. His criminal trial lasted six weeks and received global attention. The case involved the shooting deaths of his wife and son near the family property. After his conviction, the case became widely covered through documentaries, podcasts, and books. The trial was also broadcast publicly. Hill later published a book about the case, but it was later withdrawn after plagiarism concerns.
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Court overturns Alex Murdaugh murder conviction and orders new trial

A South Carolina court has overturned the murder conviction of former lawyer…

Everest Route Reopens After Ice Block Clears, Safety Concerns Grow
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Everest Route Reopens After Ice Block Clears, Safety Concerns Grow

Route Reopens After Ice Blockage on Everest An elite Nepali climbing team…

A Chinese national accused of leading a major hacking ring targeting BTS star Jungkook and others has been extradited to South Korea over multi million dollar fraud allegations.
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Suspected Hacker in BTS Jungkook Case Extradited to South Korea

A Chinese national accused of running a large cybercrime network has been…

The Philippine Senate went into lockdown after gunshots were heard inside the building. Military and police secured the area as Senator Ronald Dela Rosa
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Philippine Senate Locked Down After Gunfire Reports Amid ICC Linked Tension

Senate Lockdown After Gunfire Reports The Philippine Senate went into lockdown after…

Princess Catherine received a warm welcome in Italy as crowds gathered in Reggio Emilia during her first overseas public appearance after cancer treatment.
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Princess Catherine Receives Warm Welcome During Italy Return

Crowds Cheer for Catherine in Reggio Emili Princess Catherine received a joyful…

Donald Trump arrives in Beijing for a high stakes meeting with Xi Jinping. Talks focus on trade, Iran tensions, Taiwan, and US China economic relations.
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Trump Lands in Beijing for Key Talks With Xi Jinping on Trade, Iran, and Taiwan

Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on Wednesday evening for a high profile…

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