Captain Tom Moore tops singles chart in time for his 100th birthday

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25 Apr, 2020 Captain Tom Moore tops singles chart in time for his 100th birthday Captain Tom Moore has become the oldest artist to reach number one on the UK singles chart as his rendition of You'll Never Walk Alone landed in the top spot in time for his 100th birthday. Latest News Coronavirus: 'A very fine fellow and a man of faith' passed away after four week battle with Covid-19 A Newry man who was a leading figure in the loyal orders and 'a genuine Christian' has passed away with Coronavirus after a four week battle in hospital. Sam McBride: Riven with division, this Executive's deadly contradictions are growing Almost 300 years ago, the novelist Daniel Defoe wrote about how the Great Plague of London had wrought not just immense human suffering, but radical societal change. Is equity release right for me? With equity release featuring more and more in the media over recent years, you may not really be sure what it is, if it's right for you and where to turn for advice? Promoted by Age Partnership Coronavirus: Allister demands apology as Sinn Fein resistance to opening graveyards crumbles Sinn Fein's opposition to opening cemeteries has crumbled, with the party agreeing that bereaved relatives should be allowed to go to loved-ones' graves amid the Covid-19 crisis. Blas na hÉireann 2020 entries are now open It's the 13th year of Blas na hÉireann, the Irish Food Awards, the largest blind-tasted food awards on the island of Ireland, designed to recognise and celebrate the very best Irish food and drink. Sport Update Retro Rewind: Triumph and tragedy – the story of William and Michael Dunlop's determination to race in their father Robert's memory at the 2008 North West 200 Less than 24 hours after his legendary father Robert's death in a crash during practice for the 2008 North West 200, William Dunlop was preparing to race at the event that had taken his life. Cliftonville's Jamie Harney still has high hopes for Irish Cup success Ryan Curran hitting the back of the Ballymena United net to win the County Antrim Shield back in January is a moment that will live long in the memory of all Cliftonville supporters. Suspension of football extended in Northern Ireland The Irish FA Board has agreed to extend the suspension of the football season in Northern Ireland until 31 May. And finally... Northern Ireland's musicians say a huge 'thank you' to the NHS Some of Northern Ireland's most talented musicians have come together in a moving musical tribute to frontline NHS staff. See all the day's news here

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