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Twenty-five years ago, Northern Ireland was on the brink of peace. Few did more for the Good Friday Agreement than John Hume.

As many around the world mark the death of Queen Elizabeth, Sunday’s 21st anniversary of 9/11 provided a reminder of her response to the terrorist attack on America, including a break in centuries-old tradition and words of condolence that touched many on both sides of the Atlantic.

A Tribute to Prince Philip: The Strength Behind the British Crown Share He often grabbed headlines for his gaffes, but Prince Philip was portrayed by royalists as the silent stalwart, who shelved his personal ambitions to support Queen Elizabeth II over seven decades. Born into the Greek royal family — although he preferred to be thought of as a Danish prince — the Duke of Edinburgh never wore a crown himself. Yet he was a permanent public presence at the queen’s side, who called him her “strength and stay”. Like her, his life was ruled by duty and tradition, putting his conside...

Farewell, Prince Philip: A tribute to the strength behind the British crown Share He often grabbed headlines for his gaffes, but Prince Philip was portrayed by royalists as the silent stalwart, who shelved his personal ambitions to support Queen Elizabeth II over seven decades. Born into the Greek royal family — although he preferred to be thought of as a Danish prince — the Duke of Edinburgh never wore a crown himself. Yet he was a permanent public presence at the queen’s side, who called him her “strength and stay”. Like her, his life was ruled by duty and tradition, putting h...