One of Belfast's most iconic buildings will become a beacon of light on six days of the year.

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Germany remains a beacon of light in the European economy, showing tremendous resilience in the midst of a faltering Euro bloc.

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His boundless talents and accomplishments have served as a beacon of light during a time of great unrest and mistrust within baseball.

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And if you fight for your seat at the table, and you set a better example, and you persevere in what you decide to do with your life, I have every faith not only that you will succeed, but that, through you, our nation will continue to be a beacon of light for men and women, boys and girls, in every corner of the globe.

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