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Tributes paid to Irish peacemaker John Hume

John Hume, an architect of the Irish peace process and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, passed away on August 3, 2020, in his native Derry.

Niall O'Dowd

John Hume's role in the Irish Peace Process should never be forgotten

John Hume was almost the forgotten man on one of the biggest days in Irish history, recalls Niall O'Dowd.

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Coronavirus live updates: Northern Ireland enters third week of no new deaths

As of August 3, there have been 2,319 coronavirus-related deaths, and 32,196 confirmed cases of coronavirus on the island of Ireland.

History

John Hume, hero in the Irish peace process, has died

John Hume, a hero of the peace process in Northern Ireland, passed away in Derry on August 3, 2020.

Other Writers

Miami Showband Massacre how long must we sing this song? For 45 years and counting

Pursuing the truth about what happened on July 31, 1975, with a passion for justice and peace for everyone affected by the Troubles.

Top Destinations

IrishCentral readers top choices for vacationing in Ireland

Staycationing in 2020 or planning your next big trip to Ireland? IrishCentral readers share their top choices.

Craic

Metal detectorist in Northern Ireland unearths 500-year-old haul of gold coins

Dreams come through for British metal detectorist in County Antrim who discovered 84 gold coins worth $128,552 in his friend's field.

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