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Irish Daily Mirror
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
EuroMillions winner Dolores McNamara's life since €115 million win
This week one lucky Irish EuroMillion's player scooped up a record-breaking €250 million, sending the country reeling. The winning ticket, sold in Clifford's Centra on Shandon Street in Cork city, marks a first for the Rebel County and is the largest prize ever claimed in Ireland since EuroMillions launched here in 2004. After days of speculation and excitement, the National Lottery confirmed that the lucky winner has made contact with their Prize Claims team, officially ending the guessing game. The shop's owner, Ted Clifford, said he was delighted with the win, and there has been a great buzz in the shop since they found out the news. "Very exciting. It's huge. It's definitely going to be the hottest day of the year in Shandon Street," he said on RTÉ Radio One. One of the most famous wins prior to this week's historic jackpot is Limerick's Dolores McNamara, who snapped a life changing €115 million back in 2005. From her luxury homes to kidnap threats, here is everything you need to know about her life since her massive win. When Dolores picked up the life changing sum in 2005, she declined to speak to the press, with her solicitor issuing a statement on her behalf instead, RSVP Live reports. He said: "She is absolutely determined that her feet and the feet of her family, will remain firmly on the ground." Her win made her the 58th richest person in Ireland at the time, richer than Van Morrison or Enya. After her win, Dolores and her husband Adrian moved into Lough Derg Hall, a vast property and estate in Ogonnolloe, overlooking Lough Derg. The Limerick native purchased the 10,000 sq ft hill-top property for €1.75m in 2005, after it had reportedly attracted the interest of Hollywood actor Robert De Niro. The lavish country manor, boasting amazing lakeside views, at the end of a half-mile long private entrance, fronted by electric gates and an eight-foot high wall, is set on 38 acres, including a coach house. Dolores additionally purchased houses in and around the area for her six children, Dawn, Gary, Kim, Kevanne, Dean, and Lee. In the years after her win, it was reported that the family had to invest in around the clock security after receiving a number of kidnapping threats. In 2005, the media reported that Dolores' son Gary McNamara, his partner and their child left their Castletroy home to stay at a private location after reports of a kidnapping plot. In 2021, Dolores' husband Adrian passed away following an illness. He passed away at home surrounded by family, and was laid to rest at St Flannan's Church, Killaloe, at 12pm, on Saturday, April 24. Dolores has only ever spoken once publicly since the lifechanging win, when she gave an interview to her local paper, the Limerick Leader. "Buying a ticket for that Euro jackpot was a spur of the moment decision. I'd actually gone into the shop to buy a top-up for my phone and just asked the lady for a Lotto ticket," she told them.
The Advertiser
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Sky Blues ace seals English Championship move
A-League Men star Adrian Segecic is off to Europe after snaring a move to English Championship side Portsmouth. Sydney FC were keen to retain the services of the highly-rated forward, but the lure of a three-year contract proved too strong. The 21-year-old will reunite with former Sky Blues teammate Hayden Matthews at the English club, as well as fellow ALM talents Jacob Farrell (Central Coast Mariners) and Thomas Waddingham (Brisbane Roar). "Adrian is a really exciting young player – one of the hottest prospects coming out of Australia at the moment," Portsmouth boss John Mousinho told the club website. "We've already had some success with bringing people over from that part of the world and we hope that Adrian can now make a real impact at Pompey." Segecic leaves as the reigning Golden Boot winner, scoring 13 goals in 24 matches this season. His move gifts Sydney FC a substantial six-figure fee in compensation for the Young Socceroos midfielder. Segecic said the move came at the right time after nine years at the club. "I'm honestly devastated to be leaving Sydney FC – this club has been my home for almost a decade," Segecic said in a club statement. "But I know I have to test myself and find out how far I can take my career. "I'm so excited for what's ahead of me in England, but I'll always be grateful to Sydney FC for the incredible opportunities they've given me." Segecic lit up the ALM after a loan spell at Dutch club FC Dordrecht last season. He has scored 24 goals in 65 Sky Blues appearances across all competitions. Sydney coach Ufuk Talay could only praise Segecic, keeping his fingers crossed on a potential return in the future. "His hunger to improve and his desire to perform every week really stood out - he absolutely deserves this opportunity," Talay said. "While we would have loved to keep him ... he's determined to test himself in one of the toughest leagues in world football, and we're proud that our pathway has enabled him to do that. "He's a homegrown boy done good, and we'd love to see him back in Sky Blue one day." A-League Men star Adrian Segecic is off to Europe after snaring a move to English Championship side Portsmouth. Sydney FC were keen to retain the services of the highly-rated forward, but the lure of a three-year contract proved too strong. The 21-year-old will reunite with former Sky Blues teammate Hayden Matthews at the English club, as well as fellow ALM talents Jacob Farrell (Central Coast Mariners) and Thomas Waddingham (Brisbane Roar). "Adrian is a really exciting young player – one of the hottest prospects coming out of Australia at the moment," Portsmouth boss John Mousinho told the club website. "We've already had some success with bringing people over from that part of the world and we hope that Adrian can now make a real impact at Pompey." Segecic leaves as the reigning Golden Boot winner, scoring 13 goals in 24 matches this season. His move gifts Sydney FC a substantial six-figure fee in compensation for the Young Socceroos midfielder. Segecic said the move came at the right time after nine years at the club. "I'm honestly devastated to be leaving Sydney FC – this club has been my home for almost a decade," Segecic said in a club statement. "But I know I have to test myself and find out how far I can take my career. "I'm so excited for what's ahead of me in England, but I'll always be grateful to Sydney FC for the incredible opportunities they've given me." Segecic lit up the ALM after a loan spell at Dutch club FC Dordrecht last season. He has scored 24 goals in 65 Sky Blues appearances across all competitions. Sydney coach Ufuk Talay could only praise Segecic, keeping his fingers crossed on a potential return in the future. "His hunger to improve and his desire to perform every week really stood out - he absolutely deserves this opportunity," Talay said. "While we would have loved to keep him ... he's determined to test himself in one of the toughest leagues in world football, and we're proud that our pathway has enabled him to do that. "He's a homegrown boy done good, and we'd love to see him back in Sky Blue one day." A-League Men star Adrian Segecic is off to Europe after snaring a move to English Championship side Portsmouth. Sydney FC were keen to retain the services of the highly-rated forward, but the lure of a three-year contract proved too strong. The 21-year-old will reunite with former Sky Blues teammate Hayden Matthews at the English club, as well as fellow ALM talents Jacob Farrell (Central Coast Mariners) and Thomas Waddingham (Brisbane Roar). "Adrian is a really exciting young player – one of the hottest prospects coming out of Australia at the moment," Portsmouth boss John Mousinho told the club website. "We've already had some success with bringing people over from that part of the world and we hope that Adrian can now make a real impact at Pompey." Segecic leaves as the reigning Golden Boot winner, scoring 13 goals in 24 matches this season. His move gifts Sydney FC a substantial six-figure fee in compensation for the Young Socceroos midfielder. Segecic said the move came at the right time after nine years at the club. "I'm honestly devastated to be leaving Sydney FC – this club has been my home for almost a decade," Segecic said in a club statement. "But I know I have to test myself and find out how far I can take my career. "I'm so excited for what's ahead of me in England, but I'll always be grateful to Sydney FC for the incredible opportunities they've given me." Segecic lit up the ALM after a loan spell at Dutch club FC Dordrecht last season. He has scored 24 goals in 65 Sky Blues appearances across all competitions. Sydney coach Ufuk Talay could only praise Segecic, keeping his fingers crossed on a potential return in the future. "His hunger to improve and his desire to perform every week really stood out - he absolutely deserves this opportunity," Talay said. "While we would have loved to keep him ... he's determined to test himself in one of the toughest leagues in world football, and we're proud that our pathway has enabled him to do that. "He's a homegrown boy done good, and we'd love to see him back in Sky Blue one day."
Perth Now
3 days ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
Sky Blues ace seals English Championship move
A-League Men star Adrian Segecic is off to Europe after snaring a move to English Championship side Portsmouth. Sydney FC were keen to retain the services of the highly-rated forward, but the lure of a three-year contract proved too strong. The 21-year-old will reunite with former Sky Blues teammate Hayden Matthews at the English club, as well as fellow ALM talents Jacob Farrell (Central Coast Mariners) and Thomas Waddingham (Brisbane Roar). "Adrian is a really exciting young player – one of the hottest prospects coming out of Australia at the moment," Portsmouth boss John Mousinho told the club website. "We've already had some success with bringing people over from that part of the world and we hope that Adrian can now make a real impact at Pompey." Segecic leaves as the reigning Golden Boot winner, scoring 13 goals in 24 matches this season. His move gifts Sydney FC a substantial six-figure fee in compensation for the Young Socceroos midfielder. Segecic said the move came at the right time after nine years at the club. "I'm honestly devastated to be leaving Sydney FC – this club has been my home for almost a decade," Segecic said in a club statement. "But I know I have to test myself and find out how far I can take my career. "I'm so excited for what's ahead of me in England, but I'll always be grateful to Sydney FC for the incredible opportunities they've given me." Segecic lit up the ALM after a loan spell at Dutch club FC Dordrecht last season. He has scored 24 goals in 65 Sky Blues appearances across all competitions. Sydney coach Ufuk Talay could only praise Segecic, keeping his fingers crossed on a potential return in the future. "His hunger to improve and his desire to perform every week really stood out - he absolutely deserves this opportunity," Talay said. "While we would have loved to keep him ... he's determined to test himself in one of the toughest leagues in world football, and we're proud that our pathway has enabled him to do that. "He's a homegrown boy done good, and we'd love to see him back in Sky Blue one day."
Irish Independent
3 days ago
- Irish Independent
The Big Tech Show: When is it okay to ignore a text from your boss?
JJ Clarke, producer, joins host Adrian on this week's episode of The Big Tech Show. Research conducted by CyberSafeKids in 58 DEIS and non-DEIS schools found that 53% of eight-year-olds at DEIS schools own a smartphone compared to just 22% in non-DEIS schools. The study surveyed 5,000 children. The research found that 93% of eight-year-olds from DEIS schools have created a social media account, with almost a third of 8- to 12-year-olds in DEIS schools having posted videos of themselves online. You can listen to the full episode here on the Irish Independent website or wherever you get your podcasts.
Scoop
4 days ago
- Health
- Scoop
Making First Aid Training More Accessible: MediTrain Launches New Manual
MediTrain is proud to announce the release of its new First Aid Manual, Edition 5, part of a wider commitment to making first aid training accessible, engaging and effective for all learners across New Zealand. While a manual might not sound like front-page news, this release reflects something bigger. At MediTrain, we believe that first aid is too important to be treated as a box-ticking exercise. It should be practical, memorable, and inclusive. That's why we've put real investment into ensuring our course materials, including the manual and our suite of training videos, are designed with all kinds of learners in mind. Whether it's a high school student doing their first course or a workplace refresher for someone with English as a second language, our goal is to make sure every learner leaves with skills they can recall and use in a real emergency. The new manual features: A layout that matches the course flow for easier learning Step-by-step formatting with clear visual cues and practical examples Simplified language to support learners of all backgrounds Space to add course notes and emergency contact details "We've always believed in the power of good teaching, and that includes good materials," says MediTrain owner Adrian Brown. "If you want people to remember what to do under pressure, you need to teach in a way that sticks. That means using video, props, real scenarios and course materials that are visually strong and easy to follow." MediTrain is a nationwide provider of First Aid Courses in New Zealand, delivering practical, flexible training trusted by schools, businesses, community groups and individuals. MediTrain's investment in accessibility also extends beyond the classroom. The range of Mindray AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) includes models with language options, including te reo Māori a feature designed to help remove barriers in emergency situations. "First aid should be for everyone," says Adrian. "Whether it's the course itself or the tools we supply, we want to make sure they work for a wide range of people and communities." By combining practical delivery with flexible formats and strong learning resources, MediTrain continues to lead in first aid education that puts people first. Further Information NZQA accredited with over 30 years of experience in first aid training, MediTrain prides itself on being a leader in the field. Our nationwide presence, bolstered by a team of expert instructors and a customer-centric philosophy, ensures top-tier education standards.
