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Hard pact to follow: the Good Friday Agreement at 25

Apr 11, 2023

Sam McBride, Northern Ireland editor for the Belfast Telegraph, shares insightful perspectives on the Good Friday Agreement's legacy, examining its role in reducing violence yet resulting in political dysfunction. He reflects on personal stories highlighting ongoing societal divisions and the challenges of sustaining peace. McBride also discusses President Biden's visit for the anniversary and the pivotal role of centrist voters in shaping Northern Ireland's future. Additionally, innovative vaccine delivery technologies and their potential benefits are explored.

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Intro

2min

Reflections on the Good Friday Agreement

7min

Reflections on 25 Years of the Good Friday Agreement and Future Prospects

3min

Vaccination: Historical Roots and Modern Challenges

5min

Innovative Vaccine Delivery Technologies

2min

The Future of Picasso: Market Success Amid Declining Influence

2min

The Shift in Perception of Picasso’s Legacy

3min

The famed power-sharing deal did its work of sharply reducing sectarian violence, but a quarter-century on it has led to depressingly dysfunctional politics. The next generation of vaccines is already on the way—and the first thing to do is get them out of the freezer. And why the long-frothy market for works by Pablo Picasso may at last be cooling.

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