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BreakingNews.ie
2 days ago
- Automotive
- BreakingNews.ie
Gardaí at scene of collision in Co Cork
Emergency services are dealing with a serious crash in Co Cork on Monday. The N71 has been closed between Ballinhassig and Innishannon as a result. Advertisement The collision happened at around 7.15am. Local diversions are in place.
Irish Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Irish Times
Sys Group sets sights on €1bn in client assets with two additions
Sys Group, the fast-growing Irish financial services group, has announced the acquisition of two financial planning firms as it sets its sights on having assets of €1 billion under management this year. Founded by Tony Delaney, the Nenagh, Co Tipperary -headquartered group has agreed to add Qifa Financial Planners in Mallow, Co Cork , and Efficient Financial in Arklow, Co Wicklow , to its growing stable of brokerages. Combined, the two transactions will add €126 million to the value of Sys Group's assets under management, which now stand at more than €650 million, the group said in a statement on Monday. Qifa, which was founded in 2006 by managing director Sean Lynch, manages some €76 million of client assets. READ MORE Efficient Financial, meanwhile, was founded in 1976 by Henry Crummy and is now operated by his sons Harry and Derek. The firm manages client assets of €50 million and, like Qifa, provides specialist financial planning, wealth management and other services. Mr Delaney, the chief executive of Sys Group, said the transactions are a 'landmark moment' for the group. 'These acquisitions strengthen our presence in key regional markets and reinforce our ambition to be the leading provider of client-focused financial planning in Ireland,' he said. 'I'm particularly pleased that Sean and Harry will take on senior roles within SYS Financial. Their involvement ensures continuity for clients and adds significant leadership depth to our team.' Mr Lynch said joining the Sys stable will allow Qifa to continue its growth path 'with the backing of an exceptional organisation'. Mr Crummy said the deal will give Efficient Financial access to 'enhanced resources, cutting-edge technology, and broader expertise'. Sys Group has grown rapidly in recent years, acquiring the likes of Cork-based Global Life & Finance last year, which added €100 million to its asset base. The deal was one of four transactions completed by the group last year, which Sys Group said would position it 'as one of the leading Irish financial services businesses'. The group, which Mr Delaney founded in 2015, is aiming to have €1 billion in assets under management by the end of 2025, through further acquisitions. Sys Group employs 67 people across its four offices nationwide.
BreakingNews.ie
4 days ago
- BreakingNews.ie
Body of man (70s) found on Cork road
The body of a man has been found in Bandon in Co Cork. A man in his 70s was found unresponsive on a local road in the Kildarra area shortly before 6:30am on Saturday morning. Advertisement He was pronounced dead at the scene a short time later. The Coroner has been notified, and the man's body has since been removed to the mortuary at Cork University Hospital. A post-mortem examination will be arranged and gardaí in Bandon are investigating.
The Sun
6 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Winners of biggest ever £213m EuroMillions jackpot reveal risky move that could have seen them lose the LOT
THE winners of the largest ever EuroMillions jackpot have revealed the risky step they took after receiving the life-changing news. After winning a staggering £213,000,000, a family syndicate took a unique measure to protect their golden ticket. The family, who won the money as a syndicate, described the experience as "surreal". Their good fortune came about as one of the family members ran an errand in Co. Cork and decided to buy a EuroMillions ticket. "Although I'm a regular player, I hadn't bought a ticket for the last two draws. I picked one up and honestly, didn't think much of it," they said. The impromptu purchase changed the family's lives forever. "I was watching the Nine O'Clock News and saw that someone in Ireland had the winning EuroMillions ticket," the lucky winner continued. "So naturally, I got my ticket and scanned it on the National Lottery app, and a message popped up, 'You've won big, contact the National Lottery.'" "I ran upstairs to my wife who had just gone to bed and woke her up," the winner said. "We both checked the numbers multiple times on the website." They explained that "sleep was out of the question that night" as the disbelief turned to excitement. The couple set an early alarm to contact the National Lottery, and soon received the life-changing confirmation. I won the EuroMillions lucky dip and I only thought I'd scored a few pounds when I got a lottery alert Ticket precautions While they waited to cash in, the family took extra precautions to protect their winning ticket. However, their unique move proved potentially risky as they concealed it within an A4 sheet before placing it under a stack of laundry. It remained in the pile of clothes in their bedroom until it could be safely delivered to the National Lottery. Luckily, all the family members were too overwhelmed to start household chores. While the couple made sure not to touch the laundry, they took time to process their massive win. Everything you need to know about Lottery and EuroMillions What happens to the EuroMillions prize money if no one claims it? Who are the biggest UK EuroMillions winners ever? Who is Britain's youngest Lottery winner Callie Rodgers? How many times can the EuroMillions jackpot rollover? Which is the easiest Lottery to win? What are the odds of winning the EuroMillions jackpot? What happens when you win the Euromillions lottery? What are the biggest lottery jackpots in the world? Horoscope luck: Which star sign is most likely to win the lottery? Big plans The lucky family members made a conscious effort to maintain normalcy, continuing with their daily routines despite the news. They even sought independent legal and financial advice after handing over the winning ticket. They revealed plans for a family getaway, and are already researching holiday homes. "We love to travel and there's so many amazing trips we've always dreamed of that we can now make a reality," they said. "We're already looking at holiday homes somewhere in the sun. "We also feel incredibly fortunate now to be in a position where we can buy homes for our children too." One syndicate member added: "I always dreamed of owning a Rolex watch, knowing that I could never afford it. "I went window shopping last week just to have a look and couldn't believe the price tag of some of the watches. "When I phoned my wife to tell her, she said 'sure you can buy them now if you want'. I don't think the news has really sunk in yet." Despite the substantial win, the family shared their plans to stay normal, with one member quipping: "I'll still be having my favourite ham and cheese sambo for lunch every day!" More Lotto stories While the family took care of their golden ticket, not everyone has been so lucky, here's a round-up of winners who have lost their tickets. One scratchcard winner lost out on his winnings after his dog got a hold of the ticket. Another person who won a jackpot worth millions explained how he lost out on the money over a technicality. And a map reveals all the current unclaimed winnings across the UK. One family searched everywhere when they couldn't find their million-pound winning lottery ticket. 2
BreakingNews.ie
03-07-2025
- BreakingNews.ie
Gardaí launch investigation after discovery of man's (50s) body in Co Cork
Gardaí have launched an investigation following the discovery of a man's body in Ballymaquirk, Mallow, Co. Cork on Saturday. Gardaí are appealing for anyone with information relating to this incident to come forward. Advertisement In particular, gardaí are appealing for witnesses in relation to a man walking on the road between Banteer and Kanturk, Co. Cork, on the evening of Friday June 13th between the hours of 3.30pm and 9:00pm. Any road users who were travelling in this vicinity at the time, and who may have camera footage including dash cam, are asked to make this footage available to investigating gardaí. Anyone with information is asked to contact Kanturk Garda Station on (029) 20680 or Mallow Garda Station on (022) 31450, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
