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welcome to the world today, an hour of international news from the bbc. we start in northern ireland, where politics has been thrown into turmoil with the news that the leader of the democratic unionist party, sirjeffrey donaldson, has resigned after being charged with rape and other historical sexual offences. he was arrested yesterday along with a 57 year old woman, who has been charged with aiding and abetting in connection with the alleged offences. they will appear in court next month. sirjeffrey, who is northern ireland s longest serving mp at westminster, says he will strenously contest the charges. jennifer o leary reports. sirjeffrey donaldson, a leader whojust weeks ago returned his party to power sharing at stormont. today, his political career appears to be over. in a statement, his party announced his resignation, confirming that he s been charged with allegations of an historical nature. bbc news understands he s been charged with rape and multiple other s ....
Editor’s note: This column is being reprinted from April 11, 2007. Jack was proud of his community, so its not surprising that when given the opportunity to show it off ....
Editor’s note: This column is being reprinted from Sept. 29, 2004. Like many journalists, Jack had an affinity for history. Though he questions some accuracy here, his musings might remind ....