YouTube collective The Sidemen team up with Irish investor to bet on consumer tech startups
Irishman Jamie Elliot has partnered with The Sidemen, Europe's largest YouTube collective, to establish a venture capital firm that plans to invest $25 million (€22.34 ...
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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- The Irish Sun
Trump says he ‘wasn't happy' with Elon Musk & reveals moment X boss turned on him…but leaves the door open to reconcile
DONALD Trump has said he is "disappointed" with Elon Musk following their public row last week - but has left the door open to making amends with the billionaire. The president made the remarks to Miranda Devine on the debut episode of the New York Post's 4 Trump appears on the new Pod Force One podcast Credit: PodForce1 / Youtube 4 The pair had been showing off their political bromance until their public fall-out Credit: AFP 4 Trump weighs in on whether he might reconcile with Musk Credit: PodForce1 / Youtube While he made it clear "Look, I have no hard feelings," Trump told the podcast. "I was really surprised that that happened. He went after a bill that's phenomenal. "He just — I think he feels very badly that he said that, actually." Most read in The US Sun Musk and Trump's online row ignited last week, with the pair exchanging barbs over social media channels. The Tesla and SpaceX boss blasted Trump's flagship spending bill, which he believes with further balloon the US national debt. Musk He has since expressed regret over "some" of the comments he made during the row. Most read in The US Sun Musk posted on X that some of his comments "went too far". Trump hit back at Musk on Truth Social, suggesting the billionaire is a "big-time drug addict". "I was disappointed in him, but, you know, it is what it is", Trump told the podcast. Trump crushes 'peace talk' hopes with Musk as he insists Elon has 'lost his mind' and 'vows to get rid of his Tesla' "That happens. Things like that happen. I don't blame him for anything. I was a little disappointed." Just days When asked by Devine whether Trump could get back on warmer terms with Musk, the president didn't rule out a reconciliation. He said: "I guess I could, but we have to straighten out the country. "And my sole function now is getting this country back to a level higher than it's ever been. And I think we can do that." Trump added that "Elon agrees" with the merchandised catchphrase "Trump was right about everything". It marks a change of tone from Trump just days after he said Musk had "lost his mind." Devine asked him: "You said he had problems. What kind of problems? I mean, is it the drugs?" "I don't know what his problem is, really. I don't know," Trump replied. "I haven't thought too much about him in the last little while, but the bill is so good." Musk had been one of Trump's most ardent supporters during last year's presidential election. But he hasn't shied away from criticising some of the administration's policies, such as around tariffs. While Musk has backed down from some of his most strident comments about Trump last week, it remains unclear if the pair will fully reconcile. Trump had warned there would be "serious consequences" if Musk financially backed his political opponents. 4 The feud erupted over Trump's 'big, beautiful bill,' which proposed stripping billions in government subsidies from Tesla Credit: AFP
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- The Irish Sun
I work for just 2 weeks for 2 MONTHS' pay in job not everyone's able for – food is free & extra perks save me thousands
MEET the savvy 26-year-old who traded in working in the film biz for a lucrative job that some people would hate - but lets her save "huge chunks" of cash while she doesn't spend a cent. Caithilín Hughes is putting away thousands of euro for her future with her "life-changing" gig. 4 Caithilin does two-week stints on the mines, and comes out with two months' worth of earnings 4 Caithilín Hughes decided to train as a machine operator 4 She said the role has been 'life-changing' and has allowed her to save thousands She has a degree in film production and worked as a videographer before deciding to make the move to Western Australia last year. And after a stint as a traffic controller, she bagged a job as a FIFO miner in the Kimberley region just two months in. FIFO roles work on a two weeks on, two weeks off basis and, as the acronym suggests, employees can fly in from the surrounding area to complete their residency. The roles are available in areas with big mining operations and there's a number of job opportunities on sites from technical roles to hospitality and support staff. Accommodation and meals are provided while on the job - in addition to the pay. And depending on qualifications, the programme offers salaries of up to €94,000 (AU$150,000) to attract workers. Caithílin, from "I spent days and weeks applying online but it can be hard to get a job in an industry with no previous experience. "It seems to be that if you know someone, from home, that works in the FIFO world it is a lot easier to get a job. "I just so happened to get talking to an Irishman driving to a traffic control job I was working at. I make thousands a month working on mines in Australia and there's so many perks "As the Irish do, we got chatting and he gave me a contact for a job. That was how I got in." EARLY STARTS Caithilín, who earns two months' wages in two weeks, told how she works long shifts in 40C heat with very early starts. She added: "Our day starts at 3.30am. With breakfast opening up for everyone about 4, it's then on the bus and straight to work for 5am. "We have a quick prestart and then out to our machines. "We in them for about 10 hours each day, either side of our breaks, operating the machines in whatever needs moved or completed for the day. "We then come back to camp about 6pm. It's just enough time for dinner, the gym and then straight to sleep to do it all over again. "The pay rates range from role to role. Most machine operators make somewhere between $45-$70 aud an hour depending on machine skills and experience." 'SAVING ASPECT' And she revealed it's a great job for saving as there's no need to spend money. Caithilín said: "The only reason why I and so many Irish people are doing these jobs are for the saving aspect. "For the two weeks I am up there I do not spend any money at all. "My food is free, accommodation is free, gym is free, flights are provided for. "Of course everyone will have basic bills and necessities that have to come out. "But the saving factor is why so many are doing it, the salaries are good - and yes you can get these kinds of salaries in other sectors in roles. "But living and working in the same place, without any expenses is the drawing factor. " 'PRETTY MALE DOMINATED' Caithilín said there are not a lot of women doing the job and those interested should think "long and hard" before applying. She continued: "It is pretty male dominated. I am the only girl on my team at work but there is lots of other girls within our company, and on site. "My advice to Irish girls coming to Australia to work in the mines would be if it's something you want to do think about it long and hard, it can be both difficult and expensive to get into. "It might also be good to apply for jobs and roles alongside a friend. "Starting a new job in a new country, in a largely male dominated industry can be tricky. "However, if you have a goal in mind to reach. I think to give it a year of your life, the saving elements to the roles can be life changing. "A good salary can come with any job but it's the saving of money, free everything basically, that is having so many Irish people return home to Caithilín said there are a number of initial expenses in order to get set up that people need to be aware of. She said: "The first thing you will need to do when you get to Australia is you'll need to get a white card that will cost you about $100. "It's standard for anybody who does any sort of construction job. "It's just like a health and safety card. Then I did my Moxie ticket which was about $500. "The next thing I went on and did was my traffic control ticket just purely to get a job straight away and that was $600. "It's pretty standard everywhere because it's about a three day course. "I then went and got my HR lorry licence which is what you need to drive any of the machines you want to drive out on the road. "Sometimes you might be driving them between sites. Some places are about $1,100 to $1,500. This is the most expensive thing but it's like the golden ticket basically everywhere in Western Australia. "I then went on and did my Water Cart for $550 and my Roller Ticket which cost $550. "In total that is about $3,600. So be aware that you might be spending that much when you first come out here to level yourself up straight away." Former Miss Universe Gráinne Gallanagh swapped her glamorous dresses and tiara for a boiler suit and hard hat for a year. The 30- year-old , who won Ireland in 2018, spent her days escorting trucks and fuelling up machines. Gráinne also revealed how she was one of the only women on the construction site and was initially worried that she might feel uncomfortable. She previously told "We have the craic on site. I've only been there since August but already I've been awarded employee of the month and employee of the year." 4 She has shared her advice for women interested in the job
Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Irish Daily Mirror
EuroMillions draw LIVE updates: Jackpot reaches 'truly historic' €250 million
One lucky EuroMillions player is in line to scoop a truly historic prize in Tuesday's draw, with the jackpot reaching its maximum possible amount of €250 million. The EuroMillions jackpot reached its maximum cap on Friday, June 6, meaning this extraordinary prize cannot grow any further. But here's the exciting part: on draws at the cap, any excess money that would usually be allocated to the jackpot will flow down to the next prize level at which there are winners. If no one wins the top prize in tonight's EuroMillions draw, the jackpot will remain at €250 million for up to three more draws before it must be won on Friday, June 20. If no one matches all seven numbers on the fifth draw, then the entire jackpot will roll down to the next prize level at which there are winners. You can watch all EuroMillions draws first on The National Lottery website or it's YouTube channel at 8.45pm every Tuesday and Friday. The draw will take place at 8:45pm. If you can't watch the draw live, results will be posted shortly after. Players are reminded that tickets for tonight's draw can be purchased in-store, through the National Lottery app or online here ahead of the 7:30pm cut-off time for sales on tonight's draw. Darragh O'Dwyer, National Lottery spokesperson said: 'This is a truly historic moment for EuroMillions players in Ireland. "With the jackpot capped at €250 million, any additional prize money that would normally increase the jackpot, will now be redirected to increase the value of the next prize tier at which there are winners. "Imagine - we could be waking up tomorrow to news of Ireland's first €250 million winner.'
