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Irish Post
2 days ago
- Business
- Irish Post
'Perfect fit': Irish firm Fexco acquires Sainsbury's Travel Money business
IRISH financial services firm Fexco has acquired Sainsbury's Travel Money business in what the Kerry-based company has described as a 'perfect fit'. Offering foreign exchange and payment services, Fexco operates an extensive network of travel money stores and agents across Ireland, Britain and the Pacific. The Kilorglin company said the Sainsbury's deal will significantly expand its British operations, giving it control of more than 220 travel money bureaux within the supermarket chain's stores "We are thrilled to welcome Sainsbury's Travel Money, its talented team and their millions of loyal customers to Fexco Group," said CEO Neil Hosty. "The reputation and reach of the Sainsbury's Travel Money business, with over 220 locations, make it a perfect fit with our commitment to delivering market-leading travel money services. "Since 1981, Fexco has built a legacy of outstanding customer service, delivered through strong partnerships and product innovation. "We are excited to extend that same level of excellence and continuity to the exceptional Sainsbury's group as we bring the Sainsbury's Travel Money business into the Fexco family." 'Strong fit' Fexco says the deal, which includes Sainsbury's digital platforms as well as outlets, will place the company among the top five players in the sector. It also opens up access to over 18m Nectar members, offering an opportunity to extend Fexco's travel money services. Bláthnaid Bergin, Sainsbury's Chief Financial Officer, said customers in Britain will see no immediate changes, with the Sainsbury's Travel Money brand continuing as normal. "Travel money is a service our customers value and we're pleased to be entering a new long-term partnership with Fexco Group that ensures they can continue to access foreign exchange both in-store and online with the same ease and confidence," she said. "With over 220 bureaux nationwide and almost 10 per cent of the UK market, this is a well-established part of our offer and we're pleased it will continue under the Sainsbury's brand. "With specialist expertise and a strong track record in foreign exchange, Fexco Group is a strong fit for our business. "I'm also pleased to confirm that there will be no immediate changes, and customers can expect the same high level of service they know and trust." Fexco say full integration is planned for early 2026. See More: Fexco, Sainsburys
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Wow unreal' cry fans as Irish Love Islander Andrada reveals major hair transformation after villa stint
IRISH Love Island star Andrada Pop has wowed her fans with a brand new hair do. The Balbriggan beauty the Mallorca villa alongside OG Islander Ben Holbrough. Advertisement 3 Andrada appeared on this year's Love Island UK 3 Andrada has switched up her look since leaving the villa Credit: Instagram 3 Andrada has dyed her hair back brown Credit: Instagram Andrada appeared on this season of The 27-year-old travelled to Blanchardstown yesterday to get beautified by Hair By Hilda. Andrada documented the process and shared clips of before and after her hair do on her Instagram. The reality star's hairdresser first removed her old extensions and put the pigment back in her hair - which actually turned it ginger for a short time. Advertisement read more on andrada pop Andrada then got her hair dyed to a deep chocolate brown colour and got long luscious bonded hair extensions put in. The Dubliner was chuffed with her fresh new look as she pulled her best poses to the camera while flicking her hair back. Andrada captioned her post: " I did a thing… @hairbyhilda_." Her friends and fans all loved the new look and raced to the comment section with compliments. Advertisement read more on the irish sun Breaking Influencer Ellie Kelly said: "Oh I loveeee it!" Hariharan commented: "Omg I love it." Love Island Andrada Pop opens up on villa experience Rachel wrote: "Wow u look absolutely unreal, dark for sure baby girl." Carrie remarked: "Wow unreal." Advertisement Andrada's other half in the villa, Ben, was criticised by viewers for his run-ins with a few of the Love Islanders whilst on the show. ISLE SAY! However, Ben shared how he's had a "reality check" just days after his exit on podcast He said: "We had Yasmin, Toni, Shakira - I had my run-ins with them. The thing is, it was all such silly things as well. "Not using it as an excuse, but feelings and emotions are just so heightened. It's the littlest things that can trigger you." Advertisement Ben and Andrada have been continuing to get to know each other outside of the villa. The Balbriggan beauty 'DRAG YOU DOWN' "Like telling Yasmin that she's irrelevant, that the audience are kind of sitting there going, 'Hold on a second, dude, this is… what are you up to?'. Advertisement "And you're kind of stuck in that situation... with him then, like, because he can kind of drag you down." Andrada understood where Muireann was coming from but made sure to clear things up. She said: "When the producers were calling, [asking], 'Who's your top three?', Ben was there at the very start, and then I kind of took him off after that [incident]. "But he's very different in there, that's what I mean. It's like, what you see on TV, it's only 45 minutes out of the day, do you know what I mean? Advertisement "So, there's a lot more that goes on."
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Music world won't be the same' – Brother's tribute as iconic Irish punk rock singer dies in ‘freak swimming accident'
HEARTBREAKING tributes have poured in for a legendary Irish punk rock singer who died in a swimming tragedy in Co Donegal. Jock McDonald, 69, 2 Jock at the Rory Gallagher Statue in Ballyshannon just a few days before he passed away Credit: Social Media 2 Jock McDonald sadly passed away after getting into trouble in the water Credit: Social Media Jock, who was the founder of the Bollock Brothers, was taken from the water by local RNLI volunteers at around 5:20pm and rushed to He was sadly pronounced dead a short time later. Jock - whose real name was Patrick O'Donnell - grew up between He had been preparing to hit the road with his band on a tour in just a few weeks time. READ MORE IRISH NEWS Jock's brother Gerry O'Donnell told how his sibling had gone home to his birthplace and went for a swim but the "undercurrent took him". He said: "He was more than a brother to me. I'm heartbroken but if he had to be taken then for him it would have been Donegal with our mum and Dad." Bollock Brothers drummer Pat Pattyn told how Jock's family and the band is "in shock" following the tragedy. He said: "It is with great sadness in my heart,I have to bring you this terrible our singer Jock McDonald has died last night in Ireland, apparently a freak swimming accident. MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN "His children asked me to tell you all via this family and all the Bollock Brothers are in are going to try and give this a place, but that won't be easy... "Please don't try to call us today, give us some time, please... Rest in peace, my friend...I will miss you." Fellow band member Keith Bradshaw said: "Sad news to announce the [loss] of my best friend of 45 years. The famous Jock Mcdonald who sadly lost his life this morning RIP. "My friend a true legend my heart goes out to all members of his family. Thanks for the great life we had together with the Bollock Brothers." 'GREAT CHARACTER' The Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival was among those who paid tribute to Jock, telling how "the music world will not be the same" without him. It said: "Jock was on one of his many visits to Ballyshannon and always loved his Donegal heritage. "Jock, front man with the famous Bollock Brothers who performed at the Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival and a renowned Punk Band that toured throughout the World. "We knew Jock very well, he was in Ballyshannon this weekend, home to support Donegal and sadly died suddenly. "The music world will not be the same without Jock McDonald, one of the great characters that I got to know through his many visits to Ballyshannon. "We extend our sympathy to Jock's Family - Kilien, Maria and extended family, his band colleagues, his wide circle of friends and to his very good friend here in Ballyshannon, Patrick McGahern." The statement added: "Rest in Peace Jock and thank you for your music."
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Mick Kearin dead – Tributes flood in for ex-Shamrock Rovers & Bohemians ace who made Republic of Ireland history
IRISH football legend Michael 'Mick' Kearin has passed away peacefully aged 82 in Lourdesville nursing home in Kildare Town. Kearin was a League of Ireland legend having started his career with St Patrick's Athletic's youth team before playing for 2 The 82-year-old passed away peacefully on Sunday Credit: 2 Kearin player over 200 games between the League of Ireland and FAI Cup Credit: @BFCdublin Kearin won three FAI Cups in-a-row with While playing for Rovers, the three-time capped amateur international earned his first Ireland senior cap in 1971. He started in the Republic of Ireland's 6-0 loss to Austria in a European Championship qualifier in Linz. Kearin started in an entirely Ireland based starting 11 before being replaced after 52 minutes by his club teammate Damien Richardson. Read more on League of Ireland The cap meant the Kildare Town native became the first Kildare man to receive an Ireland cap. While playing for the Milltown based side, Kearin made eight appearances in Europe and scored two goals. Most notably the three-time FAI Cup winner was a part of the side who famously drew 1-1 with Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Cup Winner's Cup second round clash. The second leg saw the Hoops level at 2-2 late on thanks to goals from Liam Tuohy and Bobby Gilbert but a late Gerd Müller strike knocked out the Irish side. Most read in Football Bayern Munich went on to win the competition, beating Glasgow Rangers in the final. Kearin also featured in a six-week summer exhibition to promote professional football in the US with Boston Rovers. Ireland legend joins Jacqui Hurley in making quirky prediction for Women's Euros semi from RTE couch During the exhibition he faced the likes of Sunderland, Wolves, Hearts and Stoke City as well as South American teams. Tributes have poured in for the father of four sons. His former clubs led the way paying homage to the LOI legend. Bohemians released a tribute saying: "All at Bohemians are saddened to hear of the passing of former player Mick Kearin. "After joining from St. Patrick's Athletic where he had played as a youth he became one of a number of exciting, attacking young players who made their name under the guidance of manager Seán Thomas. "Despite being a full amateur side Bohs enjoyed back to back third-place finishes in the 1964-65 and 1965-66 seasons with Mick often featuring among the goals from midfield. "There was a return to Dalymount for Mick in the 1973-74 season before he finished his career with Athlone Town." The club were he won his three FAI Cups and earned his senior Ireland cap Shamrock Rovers also honoured: "We are very saddened at the death of former Rovers player Mick Kearin. Mick joined Rovers in 1966 from Bohemians. "An Ireland Amateur international when he joined us, Mick played as a wing half and was on the team that won the FAI Cup in 1967, 1968, and 1969." Funeral arrangements can be found Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘So loved already', declares mum-to-be Terrie McEvoy as she prepares to welcome second child with ‘glowing' baby shower
IRISH influencer Terrie McEvoy has shared snaps from her cute baby shower - and it had the most adorable theme. The star and her husband David Fitzpatrick, who she married in in 2019, recently announced they were expecting their second child together. 3 Terrie McEvoy glows in newly shared snap from her baby shower 3 Terrie had a paint and prosecco themed shower 3 Terrie and her husband posed for cute snaps at the party The happy couple are already parents to their three-year-old daughter Sydney . As their due date steadily approaches, the pair decided to throw a baby shower with their nearest and dearest. The beauty guru shared snaps from the wholesome day on her READ MORE IN TERRIE MCEVOY The Irish star captured a photo of a long table full of her closest friends and family all sitting and painting. The ladies looked happy as ever as they all smiled and held up their prosecco glasses. Terrie was a vision on the day as she opted for a stunning stone-coloured maxi dress with a dropped waistline and bardot-styled top. The style queen also had her brunette hair styled in a gorgeous up do. MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN The mum-to-be was glowing as she posed for pictures with her hubby and their little one. David sweetly put his arm around Terrie while she held her daughter's hand. Katja Mia enjoys trip to France The doting mum also posted a snap of herself snuggling Sydney in their kitchen during the party. Later on, Terrie managed showcased a selection of the group's final paintings - and fans were been left shocked at the artistic skills. Terrie showed off her hidden talent as she managed to paint a squirrel that looked almost lifelike. The Dublin native couldn't help but gush over the magical day spent with her loved ones. SPECIAL DAY She wrote in her caption: "A house filled with love and laughter today for my baby shower! "We count our blessings every single day for the incredible people in our lives! Thank you all so much for making it so special, especially for Sydney and for those who couldn't make it, we love you tooooo! "You are SO loved already baby boy!!" And fans all flocked to the comment section to swoon over the star's special day. Katie wrote: "This is so beautiful!! SHOCKED at your hidden talent." Christina said: "Gorgeous photos Terrie!" Shauna added: "Sorry, since when are you a professional artist?!! WOW!!! And you are gorgeous as always." Chris penned: "Ah, brilliant, congratulations, it looked like a lovely day." And Claire remarked: "Absolutely beautiful Terrie, you're glowing so much."
