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The Irish Sun
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Dunnes Stores fans set to love brand new jacket with ‘flattering slim fit' for €30 – it's perfect for any occasion
DUNNES Stores shoppers are set for a frenzy over a brand new bouclé jacket that has just hit the racks. This is the latest in a long line of Advertisement 2 The Gallery Boucle Button Jacket is selling for €30 Credit: DUNNES STORES 2 The jacket features buttons up the centre and a fitted waist Credit: DUNNES STORES From Now, the retailer has brought out the perfect layering piece for when the The Gallery Boucle Button Jacket is selling for just €30. The stylish jacket features long sleeves and large buttons up the centre for a chic element. Advertisement READ MORE IN DUNNES STORES The jacket has a fitted waist with a flowing hem, creating a flattering silhouette. This is perfect for showing off your curves and enhancing your figure. And it's versatile, so could be paired with a number of colours to complete the outfit. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous Exclusive Though fashion fans should be warned that the jacket is set to sell out fast - as the largest size is already out of stock on the website. Dunnes Stores fans go wild for new summer dresses In the official item description on the The team wrote: "This bouclé jacket from Gallery is cut in a flattering slim fit that gently contours the silhouette. Advertisement "Designed with precision darts and a button-through front for a structured finish, it is a sophisticated choice for smart occasions. "Gallery is available exclusively at Dunnes Stores." And shoppers could pair the jacket with The Savida Maddie Peplum Top is a Advertisement Shoppers can pick up the top in sizes XXS to XXL, but has already sold out in the largest size. But those looking for the XXL may find it in their local store. 'HOURGLASS SILHOUETTE' The top features a fitted waist with a flared hem. As a result, it gives off a gorgeous and flattering silhouette - perfect for showing off your curves. Advertisement The top also has a flattering square neckline with two small straps, making it great to take on In the official item description on the Dunnes Stores website, fashion chiefs said: "Made from a breathable cotton-rich fabric, this peplum top features a fitted bodice and a flared, pleated hem that creates a flattering, hourglass-like silhouette. "A zipper fastening offers ease of wear, and a square neckline introduces a modern touch. "Pair it with jeans for a cute and casual ensemble." Advertisement THE HISTORY OF DUNNES STORES DUNNES Stores opened its first store on Patrick Street in Cork in 1944 - and it was an instant hit. Shoppers from all over the city rushed to the store to snap up quality clothing at pre-war prices in Ireland's first 'shopping frenzy'. During the excitement, a window was forced in and the police had to be called to help control the crowds hoping to bag founder Ben Dunne's 'Better Value' bargains. Dunnes later opened more stores in the 1950s and began to sell groceries in 1960 - starting with apples and oranges. The retailer said: "Fruit was expensive at the time and Ben Dunne yet again offered Better Value than anyone else in town. "Over time, our food selection has grown and that spirit of good value has remained strong. "Now we offer a wide range of carefully-sourced foods from both local Irish suppliers and overseas." The retailer's first Dublin store opened its doors in 1957 on Henry Street and a super store on South Great Georges Street was unveiled in 1960. They added: "In 1971, our first Northern Irish store opened, and many others soon followed. "Expansion continued in the 1980s in Spain, and later into Scotland and England." Dunnes now has 142 stores and employs 15,000 people.
Time of India
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Keerthy Suresh leads Fiona Oil's 'Choose Better' campaign
Fiona Refined Sunflower Oil , a homegrown brand from Bunge India has launched its latest campaign to encourage families to make healthier cooking oil choices. National Award-winning actress Keerthy Suresh is the face of Fiona's ' Choose Better ' movement, centered on the core message: 'Choose Better. Eat Better.' In an official release, the brand stated that Keerthy Suresh's charm and credibility make her the ideal ambassador. The storyline of the TVC is set in a warm, homely kitchen and opens with Suresh's friend frying organic, healthy food using regular oil. Suresh steps in, gently highlighting that being health- conscious without being oil-conscious is only half the job done, thereby emphasising to be oil- conscious as well. Sandeep Singh, vice president, sales and CEO, Bunge India, shared, 'At Bunge India, we understand the pivotal role cooking oil plays in a family's everyday nutrition. We believe that everyday kitchen choices significantly influence long-term health. With the 'Choose Better. Eat Better.' movement, our goal is to empower homemakers to make informed, healthier choices without compromising on taste or tradition. We're delighted to have Keerthy Suresh as the face of this campaign. Her authenticity and mass appeal help bring our message closer to the hearts and kitchens of Indian families. Through Fiona, we aim to make smarter cooking not just a choice, but a movement.' Speaking about the TVC and her association with Fiona, Keerthy Suresh shares, 'Food and health have always been important parts of our lives, and I'm glad to be associated with Fiona's 'Choose Better' campaign, which encourages simple steps toward better choices in the kitchen. I appreciate the intent behind this initiative and hope it inspires families to explore healthier habits in their own way.' The campaign will exclusively target Kannada and Telugu-speaking audiences in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. The brand plans to amplify its 'Choose Better, Eat Better' message through leading TV channels, digital platforms, and high-impact point-of-sale visibility.
Hi Dubai
7 days ago
- Health
- Hi Dubai
Hamdan bin Mohammed Launches ‘Dubai Mallathon' to Promote Fitness in Shopping Malls
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence, has officially launched the Dubai Mallathon, a month-long initiative to transform the city's shopping malls into vibrant hubs of physical activity and health awareness. The initiative, which runs from 1 to 31 August, encourages residents and visitors alike to engage in daily walking, running, and fitness routines inside air-conditioned malls—providing a practical solution to the region's extreme summer heat. Dedicated tracks have been installed in seven key malls across Dubai, including Dubai Mall, Dubai Hills Mall, Mall of the Emirates, Deira City Centre, City Centre Mirdif, Springs Souk, and Dubai Marina Mall. The initiative offers free access to morning activities between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., along with various health and wellness experiences. The Dubai Mallathon is aligned with major government strategies such as the Year of Community, the Dubai Social Agenda 33, and the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 33, which aim to raise living standards and promote holistic well-being across the emirate. Strategic Vision for Community Wellbeing In a statement marking the launch, His Highness emphasised Dubai's ambition to become a global model for healthy living. 'With the Dubai Mallathon, we're turning familiar spaces into places that inspire movement, connection, and better habits,' he said. 'We want everyone in Dubai to feel they can stay active and energised in welcoming spaces built with their needs in mind.' He further added that every step taken in this initiative is a step toward a healthier Dubai, and urged all members of society to participate in the collective effort to make the city the world's best place to live, work, and visit. Inclusive Participation and Health-Focused Activities The initiative targets a wide audience—children, youth, seniors, residents, and mall employees—with accessible programmes that encourage daily exercise. It includes health awareness booths, guided stretching, fitness-tracking systems, and safe play areas for children. The Community Development Authority, in partnership with shopping centres, is also launching a 'Walk for Better Health' campaign as part of the initiative, reinforcing the message of sustained wellness across all age groups. Participants can register for free at where they will receive a digital participation card. Registered individuals can take advantage of exclusive healthy-lifestyle offers from participating food and retail outlets, incentivising smarter choices in both movement and nutrition. Malls as Fitness Zones By reimagining underutilised indoor space for fitness, Dubai Mallathon addresses environmental limitations while promoting a community culture of active living. The initiative reflects Dubai's broader urban vision, where infrastructure, innovation, and public well-being are seamlessly integrated into everyday life. Sponsored by the Ministry of Defence and supported by the Dubai Sports Council, the Dubai Mallathon represents a step forward in making wellness both accessible and integral to the city's future. News Source: Dubai Media Office
Associated Press
24-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
DBS Launches Gen AI-Powered Coaching Tool to Future Proof Its Workforce
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 24 July 2025 - DBS announced today that it is democratising coaching for its workforce with the launch of iCoach, a Generative AI-powered (Gen AI) platform developed in collaboration with Marshall Goldsmith, one of the world's top executive coaches. While most corporations reserve coaching[1] for their top executives or high potential talent, DBS believes that employees at all levels would benefit from coaching by receiving expert advice on career development as well as topical issues such as work-life balance, personal and small team leadership, or mental wellness. However, the main challenge has always been scaling coaching in an efficient and cost-effective manner – coaching is usually done on a one-to-one basis and can be costly. With the advent of Gen AI, DBS saw an opportunity to leverage the technology to overcome these challenges, enabling the bank to avail coaching to employees across its network. Lee Yan Hong, Head of Group Human Resources, DBS, said, 'As the world of work continues to evolve, building career resilience has become more important than ever. At DBS, we are committed to helping our people thrive by equipping them with future-ready capabilities through our comprehensive Triple E framework – Education, Exposure and Experience. iCoach is a powerful new addition that complements these efforts, leveraging Gen AI to offer personalised, on-demand career guidance to help every employee confidently navigate and grow in the future of work.' Betty Lam, Head of Human Resources, DBS Hong Kong, said, 'DBS continues to entrench our standing as a Responsible AI leader and bring our employees along this responsible AI journey where AI is used ethically and effectively. iCoach is a powerful tool that allows our employees to focus on personal and career growth. At the same time, we also encourage our employees to equip themselves with the necessary AI skills, which will be crucial for our collective success.' iCoach's knowledge base was developed in partnership with Marshall Goldsmith, a leading coaching expert with over four decades of experience working with top CEOs and executives, including those from Fortune 500 companies. Dr Goldsmith was inducted by Thinkers50[2] into its Hall of Fame in 2018 and is the only two-time Thinkers50 #1 Leadership Thinker in the World. He was also the inaugural winner of the Lifetime Award for Leadership by the Harvard Institute of Coaching. iCoach is always-on and available 24/7 to provide employees with just-in-time personalised career guidance. It is tailored to each employee, drawing on the context of the bank's roles, functions and internal mobility pathways to deliver relevant and actionable career advice. Data from International Coaching Federation and Better Up Career Coaching showed 70% of people in organisations who underwent coaching benefitted from improved work performance, relationships and more effective communication skills. 80% of people who received coaching reported increased self-confidence. iCoach further reinforces the bank's commitment to upskilling its employees and building career resilience, and complements other DBS initiatives including: The bank's commitment to supporting employees with career development has contributed to its recognition as an employer of choice. In 2025, DBS was ranked first in TIME's 500 Best Companies in Asia Pacific, while in 2024, the bank was named among Forbes World's Best Employers. In Hong Kong, DBS Hong Kong was also recognised at the 'Bloomberg Businessweek - Financial Institutions 2025 Awards', winning the 'Training Academy – Excellence Performance' and 'Training Program of the Year – Outstanding Performance' awards. Additionally, DBS Hong Kong was honoured with the 'Employer of the Year', 'HR Team of the Year', and the 'Grand Award of Recruitment' at the Jobsdb Hong Kong HR Awards 2024/25. [1] Coaching focuses on achieving specific, short-term goals through structured guidance, while mentoring emphasises long-term personal and professional growth through a supportive relationship. For more info here. [2] Thinkers50 is the world's pre-eminent global ranking of management thinkers and has been described by The Financial Times as 'the Oscars of management thinking'. Hashtag: #DBS The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About DBS DBS is a leading financial services group in Asia with a presence in 19 markets. Headquartered and listed in Singapore, DBS is in the three key Asian axes of growth: Greater China, Southeast Asia and South Asia. The bank's 'AA-" and 'Aa1" credit ratings are among the highest in the world. Recognised for its global leadership, DBS has been named " World's Best Bank " by Global Finance, " World's Best Bank " by Euromoney and " Global Bank of the Year " by The Banker. The bank is at the forefront of leveraging digital technology to shape the future of banking, having been named " World's Best Digital Bank " by Euromoney and the world's " Most Innovative in Digital Banking " by The Banker. In addition, DBS has been accorded the " Safest Bank in Asia " award by Global Finance for 16 consecutive years from 2009 to 2024. DBS provides a full range of services in consumer, SME and corporate banking. As a bank born and bred in Asia, DBS understands the intricacies of doing business in the region's most dynamic markets. DBS is committed to building lasting relationships with customers, as it banks the Asian way. Through the DBS Foundation, the bank creates impact beyond banking by supporting social enterprises: businesses with a double bottom-line of profit and social and/or environmental impact. DBS Foundation also gives back to society in various ways, including equipping communities with future-ready skills and building food resilience. With its extensive network of operations in Asia and emphasis on engaging and empowering its staff, DBS presents exciting career opportunities. For more information, please visit
The Sun
24-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
DBS Launches Gen AI-Powered Coaching Tool to Future Proof Its Workforce
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 24 July 2025 - DBS announced today that it is democratising coaching for its workforce with the launch of iCoach, a Generative AI-powered (Gen AI) platform developed in collaboration with Marshall Goldsmith, one of the world's top executive coaches. While most corporations reserve coaching[1] for their top executives or high potential talent, DBS believes that employees at all levels would benefit from coaching by receiving expert advice on career development as well as topical issues such as work-life balance, personal and small team leadership, or mental wellness. However, the main challenge has always been scaling coaching in an efficient and cost-effective manner – coaching is usually done on a one-to-one basis and can be costly. With the advent of Gen AI, DBS saw an opportunity to leverage the technology to overcome these challenges, enabling the bank to avail coaching to employees across its network. Lee Yan Hong, Head of Group Human Resources, DBS, said, 'As the world of work continues to evolve, building career resilience has become more important than ever. At DBS, we are committed to helping our people thrive by equipping them with future-ready capabilities through our comprehensive Triple E framework – Education, Exposure and Experience. iCoach is a powerful new addition that complements these efforts, leveraging Gen AI to offer personalised, on-demand career guidance to help every employee confidently navigate and grow in the future of work.' Betty Lam, Head of Human Resources, DBS Hong Kong, said, 'DBS continues to entrench our standing as a Responsible AI leader and bring our employees along this responsible AI journey where AI is used ethically and effectively. iCoach is a powerful tool that allows our employees to focus on personal and career growth. At the same time, we also encourage our employees to equip themselves with the necessary AI skills, which will be crucial for our collective success.' iCoach's knowledge base was developed in partnership with Marshall Goldsmith, a leading coaching expert with over four decades of experience working with top CEOs and executives, including those from Fortune 500 companies. Dr Goldsmith was inducted by Thinkers50[2] into its Hall of Fame in 2018 and is the only two-time Thinkers50 #1 Leadership Thinker in the World. He was also the inaugural winner of the Lifetime Award for Leadership by the Harvard Institute of Coaching. iCoach is always-on and available 24/7 to provide employees with just-in-time personalised career guidance. It is tailored to each employee, drawing on the context of the bank's roles, functions and internal mobility pathways to deliver relevant and actionable career advice. Data from International Coaching Federation and Better Up Career Coaching showed 70% of people in organisations who underwent coaching benefitted from improved work performance, relationships and more effective communication skills. 80% of people who received coaching reported increased self-confidence. iCoach further reinforces the bank's commitment to upskilling its employees and building career resilience, and complements other DBS initiatives including: --> iGrow, an AI / machine learning-powered platform that offers personalised career advice by matching employees to tailored learning and job opportunities based on their career and training history. --> DBS Mentoring Programme, which connects employees with leaders and peers, enabling them to gain practical guidance, career insights and support at critical points in their professional growth. --> DBS Learning Hub, which provides employees with more than 10,000 curated courses, to learn and pick up new skills. --> Be My Guest Programme, where employees have the opportunity to participate in job shadowing, workshops and projects across departments. Last year, over 4,000 such opportunities were taken up by employees. The bank's commitment to supporting employees with career development has contributed to its recognition as an employer of choice. In 2025, DBS was ranked first in TIME's 500 Best Companies in Asia Pacific, while in 2024, the bank was named among Forbes World's Best Employers. In Hong Kong, DBS Hong Kong was also recognised at the 'Bloomberg Businessweek - Financial Institutions 2025 Awards', winning the 'Training Academy – Excellence Performance' and 'Training Program of the Year – Outstanding Performance' awards. Additionally, DBS Hong Kong was honoured with the 'Employer of the Year', 'HR Team of the Year', and the 'Grand Award of Recruitment' at the Jobsdb Hong Kong HR Awards 2024/25. [1] Coaching focuses on achieving specific, short-term goals through structured guidance, while mentoring emphasises long-term personal and professional growth through a supportive relationship. For more info here. [2] Thinkers50 is the world's pre-eminent global ranking of management thinkers and has been described by The Financial Times as 'the Oscars of management thinking'. About DBS DBS is a leading financial services group in Asia with a presence in 19 markets. Headquartered and listed in Singapore, DBS is in the three key Asian axes of growth: Greater China, Southeast Asia and South Asia. The bank's 'AA-' and 'Aa1' credit ratings are among the highest in the world. Recognised for its global leadership, DBS has been named 'World's Best Bank' by Global Finance, 'World's Best Bank' by Euromoney and 'Global Bank of the Year' by The Banker. The bank is at the forefront of leveraging digital technology to shape the future of banking, having been named 'World's Best Digital Bank' by Euromoney and the world's 'Most Innovative in Digital Banking' by The Banker. In addition, DBS has been accorded the 'Safest Bank in Asia' award by Global Finance for 16 consecutive years from 2009 to 2024. DBS provides a full range of services in consumer, SME and corporate banking. As a bank born and bred in Asia, DBS understands the intricacies of doing business in the region's most dynamic markets. DBS is committed to building lasting relationships with customers, as it banks the Asian way. Through the DBS Foundation, the bank creates impact beyond banking by supporting social enterprises: businesses with a double bottom-line of profit and social and/or environmental impact. DBS Foundation also gives back to society in various ways, including equipping communities with future-ready skills and building food resilience. With its extensive network of operations in Asia and emphasis on engaging and empowering its staff, DBS presents exciting career opportunities. For more information, please visit
