Black Friday shoppers warned to be vigilant of scammers
The figures, which come from reports made to Action Fraud, showed losses had risen almost £1 million compared to the same period in 2022. According to the figures, 43% of scams reported during the festive period last year came from social media platforms, with 19% coming from online marketplaces. Around 43% of scams reported during the Action Fraud during the festive period in 2023 came from social media platforms. The NCSC has also urged shoppers to exercise vigilance against any tactics that push them to act quickly without thinking. “To stay protected, I strongly recommend following our online shopping guidance, including setting up 2-step verification and creating memorable but secure passwords using three random words.”
Source:The Herald
November 18, 2024 17:08 UTC
West Offaly group honoured at Heritage Week awards
Members of the Lemanaghan Bog Heritage & Conservation group from west Offaly pictured after they received their Intangible Cultural Heritage award at the National Heritage Week Awards 2024 in Dublin. West Offaly group honoured at Heritage Week awardsA west Offaly bog heritage group has said it is “more motivated than ever” to preserve the rich cultural and natural legacy of historic Lemanaghan bog after being named as runners-up in for one of seven category awards at the 2024 National Heritage Week awards. The Lemanaghan Bog Heritage & Conservation Group was named as one of two runners up for the prestigious Intangible Heritage award at the National Heritage Week awards ceremony in Kilmainham, Dublin last week. The winner of the Intangible Cultural Heritage Award (also known as the Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh award) was the Maharees Currach Making Workshop with the O'Leary Family by theMaharees Conservation Association CLG in county Kerry. Lemanaghan Bog Heritage & Conservation group shared the runners-up award with the Traveller Living Heritage by Meath Traveller Workshop.
Source:Irish Independent
November 18, 2024 17:07 UTC
Taylor Harwood-Bellis frustrates future father-in-law Roy Keane with goal
Taylor Harwood-Bellis frustrates future father-in-law Roy Keane with goalBy Jonathan Veal, PARoy Keane has joked his daughter’s engagement to Taylor Harwood-Bellis is “not done and dusted” after the Southampton defender scored on his England debut against the Republic of Ireland. Harwood-Bellis is due to marry Keane’s daughter Leah, but upset his future father-in-law by heading home the final goal of England’s 5-0 thumping over Ireland. “Over the last few months he has got a goal threat, even playing for Southampton. “It’s good for him, it’s good for him to make his debut, like I say he has a goal threat. “He’s a nice kid, his family have done a great job, he is a really nice kid.”
Source:Irish Independent
November 18, 2024 16:30 UTC
Miranda Kerr reveals she suffered a miscarriage
Miranda Kerr reveals she suffered a miscarriageMiranda Kerr has said that she suffered a miscarriage. He's a rainbow baby, and he's so sweet, but each of them was so different." It comes after the Victoria's Secret star revealed her youngest son Pierre was named after her late grandfather, Peter. Miranda added her elder boys all love their new baby brother. She told the publication: "He's just a little ray of sunshine and his brothers just adore him.
Source:Irish Independent
November 18, 2024 16:30 UTC
One of the world's 'rarest' coffees served in Glasgow shops
In partnership with Thomson’s Coffee they secured a 60KG share of the prized beans. “El Socorro Washed Geisha is an exceptional coffee,” he said. Read more:Russell Jenkins, managing director of Thomson’s Coffee, said: “We’re excited to continually help coffee drinkers in Glasgow expand their horizons. El Socorro Washed Geisha is an extraordinary coffee, and we’re proud to bring it to our customers. With its delicate, floral, and clean taste profile, El Socorro Washed Geisha is an extraordinary opportunity for coffee drinkers to explore the nuances of high-end coffee.
Source:The Herald
November 18, 2024 16:14 UTC
Goan voice at the World Forum of Fisher Peoples at Brazil
The NFF general secretary further stated that the WTO agreement on fisheries subsidies could cut all subsidies given to fishers for boats, fuel, nets, ice plants, processing units etc but only could benefit China, which harvests around 1,19,43,625 tonnes, which is 14.71 per cent share of global marine catch and had around 5727081496 US and has estimated subsidies share of estimated global subsidies of 32.7 per cent. As compared to India, which had only 3.91 per cent of global marine catch i.e. 31,77,905 and 1 per cent of estimated subsidies share of estimated global subsidies.
Source:The Herald
November 18, 2024 16:10 UTC
Crackdown on subscription traps could save consumers £14 a month
So-called ‘subscription traps’ are where consumers are misled into signing up for a subscription through a “free trial” or reduced price offer. Individuals could save on average £14 per month for each unwanted subscription they were able to leave earlier, it said. Tom MacInnes, director of policy at Citizens Advice, said: “We’ve been raising the alarm for a long time on subscription traps exploiting consumers. “Subscription traps are just one way we’re seeing online sales trick people into parting with their money. director of policy and advocacy Rocio Concha said: “Subscriptions can be a convenient way for consumers to receive products and services, but in recent years many consumers have been trapped in unwanted subscriptions.
Source:The Herald
November 18, 2024 16:00 UTC
Motorists and road users urged to prepare for wintry conditions this week
After the recent prolonged spell of mild weather road users are being advised not to get caught out by a drop in temperatures. Road users are also urged to exercise caution particularly on untreated road surfaces. Road users are being advised to check local traffic and weather conditions before setting out on any journeys. • Remember it takes longer to stop in and snow and icy conditions. • Watch out for vulnerable road users such as pedestrians, people who cycle and ride motorcycles and allow extra space.
Source:The Herald
November 18, 2024 15:43 UTC
Australia not focusing on Grand Slam sweep after thrashing Wales
Australia coach Joe Schmidt said he was not getting carried away about thoughts of a Grand Slam sweep of the home nations after his team thrashed Wales 52-20 in Cardiff on Sunday. The result condemned Wales to a national record 11th consecutive Test defeat. In his absence, Australia scored three unanswered converted tries to pull clear for another impressive win. But also, I think their tight five have been going really well. Australia have rebounded since the 2023 Rugby World Cup when an Eddie Jones-coached team failed to advance from their pool, even suffering a 40-6 thrashing by Wales.
Source:Irish Independent
November 18, 2024 14:34 UTC
Peter Mathieson blames NI hike as Edinburgh Uni announce job cuts
Earlier this month, Universities Scotland told The Herald they believe the Labour Chancellor's change could add £45million to the wage bill for Scotland's universities. As well as the hike to National Insurance, he told staff the institution had failed to meet targets for student recruitment in 2023-24. (Image: Neil Hanna)He told staff the university's outgoings were "consistently growing faster than our income and that we require to change our operating model to ensure we remain financially sustainable." In a statement to the press, Prof Mathieson said: "The university costs £120m each month to run. “The impact won't just be felt by Scotland's Universities either - Labour's NI tax hike could cost the Scottish Government £500m, and Scotland's voluntary sector £75m.
Source:The Herald
November 18, 2024 14:33 UTC
Man jailed for 17 years for rape of wife and two daughters
One of the young women noted that inappropriate touching started after her she made her Holy Communion, with the abuse escalating from that point. Ms Justice Ring said that the man had given no indication that he understood the “devastating impact” his “deviant” actions had had on his family. "He coldly engaged in a campaign of rape and sexual assaults on his wife and daughters from 2004 to 2019 during which he threatened and manipulated his wife and daughters. “Ms Justice Ring said that in addition to vaginal and oral rape, the use of a vibrator to rape his wife and daughters made the offences even more degrading and humiliating for the women. Ms Justice Ring directed that he follow all the conditions set out by the probation and welfare service following his release from prison.
Source:The Herald
November 18, 2024 14:33 UTC
What is Bluesky? The new social media app alternative to X
It functions as an alternative to X (formerly known as Twitter) and looks very similar in terms of its page design, colour and logo. 🥳[image or embed] — Bluesky (@bsky.app) 18 November 2024 at 02:51The main difference between Bluesky and X is that it is decentralised, which basically means users can host their data on servers other than those owned by the company. Some people have jumped across to Bluesky due to their dissatisfaction with X, which is owned by Elon Musk. Additionally, the number of new Bluesky users spiked following Donald Trump winning in the US elections in November. The Guardian also announced it would no longer post on X, saying it has become "a toxic media platform".
Source:The Herald
November 18, 2024 13:29 UTC
Central Bank Governor: 'Premature' to assume Trump's impact on economy
The Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland has said it would be “premature” to come to any conclusions as to what the next Donald Trump presidency will do which will impact the economy but what is clear is that the global economy is already “fragmented”. He noted that the global economy is “fragmented” which has “implications for the economic well being of everybody, as the financial system”. The fragmentation of the global economy did not start this year. The European Central Bank (ECB) is due to meet again next month to discuss another potential interest rate cut as inflation continues to slow. Are we going to cut in December, or are we going to wait till the next meeting?
Source:Irish Examiner
November 18, 2024 13:12 UTC
Peter Kay announces extra comedy show date for Dublin's 3Arena
Peter Kay announces extra comedy show date for Dublin's 3ArenaEva OsborneComedian Peter Kay announced extra dates for his record-breaking comedy tour with a surprise TV ad in the opening episode of 'I’m Celebrity Get Me Out of Here' on Sunday night. Kay has added an extra date at Dublin's 3Arena for Thursday, July 10th, 2025. The advert sees Kay spotted as he carries a gold toilet to his mum’s iconic bungalow and reveals new shows for 2025 & 2026. The new dates will see the comedian perform in some of the UK’s largest arenas and more intimate theatre event spaces. "It's been wonderful doing what I love most, stand-up comedy," Kay said.
Source:Irish Independent
November 18, 2024 12:40 UTC
The plus size adventure breaking down barriers to the great outdoors
That, she says, is a major obstacle that can leave size 16 plus women who crave adventure believing that the great outdoors may not be for them. “I am passionate about representation and seeing plus size bodies doing things,” she explains. “When we began researching making Capsized, we realised there were only five films out there that feature plus size women. (Image: Roxanna Barry)Emily, however, faced hours of searching online before finally having to have her kit made specially to fit. “People who are plus size often tend to put things off as something their imaginary future self will do,” says Emily.
Source:The Herald
November 18, 2024 12:19 UTC