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Northern Ireland pastor convicted over open-air service inside abortion ‘safe access zone’
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A court in Coleraine, Northern Ireland, has convicted retired pastor Clive Johnston of breaching abortion “safe access zone” rules after he delivered an open-air sermon near Causeway Hospital in July 2024. District Judge Peter King imposed a £450 fine and upheld two offences under the Abortion Services (Safe Access Zones) Act (Northern Ireland) 2023.
Italy secured a 2-0 victory over Northern Ireland in Bergamo to advance to the World Cup playoff final. Sandro Tonali scored the opener with a superb half-volley, and Moise Kean added a late second goal. The Azzurri dominated after halftime against a resilient Northern Ireland side.
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Italy face Northern Ireland in Bergamo on Thursday in a World Cup play-off semi-final, with the winners advancing to meet either Wales or Bosnia for a spot in the 2026 finals. The four-time champions are desperate to avoid missing a third consecutive tournament, while Northern Ireland aim to reach their first World Cup since 1986. Managers and players from both sides expressed determination amid high stakes.