Marks & Spencer crowned UK's fastest growing supermarket as turnaround gathers pace
Turnaround: Marks & Spencer boss Stuart Machin (pictured)Marks & Spencer is the country’s fastest growing supermarket as its turnaround gathers pace. In a boost for boss Stuart Machin, data from research group Kantar showed M&S’s sales increased 12.4 per cent in September. That was the biggest increase in the sector, surpassing gains by rivals Tesco and Sainsbury’s, and discounters Aldi and Lidl. Waitrose, one of M&S’s main competitors in the battle for middle-class shoppers, saw growth of just 1.9 per cent. Sainsbury’s market share rose to 15.2 per cent from 14.8 per cent a year ago.
Source:Daily Mail
October 08, 2024 21:10 UTC
Gardaí probe possible feud link to suspected overnight arson attack in Longford town
Gardaí have launched an investigation into a suspected arson attack outside a house in Longford town overnight that saw a pick-up truck extensively damaged by fire. The incident took place in the Ardnacassa area of the midlands town at around 2am this morning. Detectives are now trying to establish a motive for an incident which is now the subject of a garda investigation. Follow Independent Longford on FacebookPart of that probe is understood to also involve an incident involving a number of individuals that took place in Longford town on Sunday. “Gardaí are investigating an alleged incident of criminal damage which took place in Ardnacassa, Co Longford, at around 2am on Tuesday, 8th October, 2024,” said a garda spokesperson.
Source:Irish Independent
October 08, 2024 20:41 UTC
‘There’s a huge link between the books and GP practice’
For Dr McDonnell, who is a mother-of-two, the importance of children’s books became apparent in the context of her own family. I still work in Limerick and Clare, doing GP work,” she said. Genius Juniors currently supplies thousands of children’s books to schools, corporate bodies, and households, both nationally and internationally. Since ordering her first box of children’s books – initially a charity idea to raise money for Children’s Health Ireland – demand has grown considerably. But I actually think there’s a huge link between the books and GP practice.
Source:Irish Independent
October 08, 2024 20:08 UTC
This Picture Of Hurricane Milton From Space Is Absolutely Truly Wild
We flew over Hurricane Milton about 90 minutes ago. Here is the view out the Dragon Endeavour window. Expect lots of images from this window as this is where I’m sleeping while we wait to undock and return to Earth. Timelapse coming in a separate post. 1/6400 sec, f8, ISO 500 pic.twitter.com/zkhJdTlag7
Source:The Irish Daily Star
October 08, 2024 19:03 UTC
‘Urgent’ need for e-scooter storage facilities after ban on public transport
A Dublin senator has called on Irish Rail to “urgently” provide dedicated e-scooter storage facilities at train stations. The call comes as a new ban preventing passengers from bringing e-scooters on public transport came into effect this week. “Without a safe place to store their scooters, many people will face additional challenges in accessing public transport. “Our public transport network is crucial to reducing emissions and traffic in our towns and cities. The ban was implemented by the National Transport Authority (NTA) over safety concerns, and applies to buses, trains, and Luas trams.
Source:Irish Independent
October 08, 2024 18:58 UTC
Can Goa’s land be sold?
Today as there is a hue and cry in Goa about the sale of Goa’s land, I thought it may be useful for all Goans to know the exact facts about our Goa’s land. Goa’s land was not given to our ancestors by any ruler at any point of time. There cannot be sale of land in Ganvkari System for the simple reason that if the land is sold, the Ganvkari land will disappear and there will be no Ganvkari in the Ganv or village. How it is that big chunk of Goa’s land is sold? How is that when Goa’s land is governed by the Code of Comunidades, regarding its land, it has come under another Code, i.e.
Source:The Herald
October 08, 2024 18:50 UTC
A toddle and a puddle, two dogged golf fans, and a light show on the loch
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Source:Daily Mail
October 08, 2024 17:16 UTC
Higgins challenges Ireland to end historic WXV 1 campaign on a high
“It is our first WXV 1 and we have created some good memories,” Higgins said. “We are all raring to go and itching to get into one last match to prove ourselves again. “There are 30 in the squad but you wouldn’t think it, we are so tight,” she said. “It’s Test match week three and there are nothing but good vibes in the group. “We are all trying to learn and grow to put us in the best place for this weekend.”
Source:The Herald
October 08, 2024 17:08 UTC
Hale on Celtic penalty antics, and Northern Ireland switch
Alas, Celtic managed to turn the game around in the closing stages, leaving Hale and his teammates gutted after the effort they had expended into frustrating their opponents on the day. “Obviously there were some mind games going on, he was just talking about where I was going to put it and stuff,” Hale said. “I don't know who did it [to the penalty spot] but there was a lot of kicking around and there was a divot beside it. “For strikers, obviously scoring, it's all about confidence,” he said. I'm playing with a smile on my face and enjoying scoring goals so long may it continue.
Source:The Herald
October 08, 2024 17:00 UTC
Why Scottish pupils are already ahead with class apprenticeships
Foundation Apprenticeships south of the border are set to provide paid training opportunities post-school. Pupils completing work-based pathways, such as Foundation Apprenticeships, experience better employment outcomes; higher wages and job satisfaction compared to peers. The findings were highlighted in a report from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), which also found pupils completing Foundation Apprenticeships stayed in school longer and achieved higher academic performance levels. There are 15 different types of Foundation Apprenticeship, with the majority at SCQF level 6. She has developed into a confident and competent engineer.”Foundation Apprenticeships are funded by Skills Development Scotland and the Scottish Funding Council.
Source:The Herald
October 08, 2024 16:52 UTC
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Source:The Herald
October 08, 2024 15:53 UTC
New five-screen cinema will be the first in Rathfarnham for 70 years
The Omniplex Group is the fourth-largest cinema chain in Ireland and the UKDublin’s Rathfarnham is to get it’s first cinema in 70 years, with a five-screen venue to open in Nutgrove Shopping Centre at the beginning of next year. Omniplex Cinema Group has said it will invest more than €3m in the new development, which will be the first cinema in the area since the closure of the Landscape Cinema in 1955. The new Nutgrove cinema will offer an “elevated cinema experience”, with each of the five theatres featuring 50 Pullman-style sofas complete with footrests. This will offer deeper seats, wider armrests, and greater legroom compared to standard cinema seating, offering a more luxurious experience. Steven Stocks, centre manager of Nutgrove Shopping Centre, expressed his excitement at the planned development.
Source:Irish Independent
October 08, 2024 15:47 UTC
Offaly County Council seeks feedback from public for future plans
Offaly County Council seeks feedback from public for future plansThe Offaly public will have the opportunity all this week to advise the county council on what their priorities for the next five years should be. The council is now preparing their new Corporate Plan for the years 2025-2029, and is seeking input from people living in the county. Offaly County Council Chief Executive Ann Marie Delaney says the survey is an important platform for locals to share their views on the future for the county. “Offaly County Council is currently drafting its five-year corporate strategy, coinciding with the term of office of the newly elected members. “Our corporate plan sets out a vision for how we will shape the future of Offaly, and must be agreed to by the elected members by the end of this year.
Source:Irish Independent
October 08, 2024 15:19 UTC
Filmed aboard his luxury yacht ‘Michael Smurfit: Succession’ is more cheesy wealth porn than documentary
Filmed aboard his luxury yacht ‘Michael Smurfit: Succession’ is more cheesy wealth porn than documentaryNo one seems to be more impressed by Michael Smurfit than Smurfit himselfMichael Smurfit keeps up with the business news on his yacht in Monaco, where he’s lived for years. Photo: RTÉPat Stacey Today at 03:30Michael Smurfit: Succession (RTÉ1 and RTÉ Player, Monday, October 7) is the second profile of an Irish businessman we’ve seen in a week to feature a clumsy reference to the HBO series.
Source:Irish Independent
October 08, 2024 15:01 UTC