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Irish Independent
5 days ago
- Science
- Irish Independent
‘If you were their dad, you'd never shut up about them': how Stripe founders Patrick and John Collison came full circle
As the billionaires' firm was announced as sponsors of the Young Scientist competition that catapulted Patrick into the limelight, John Meagher charts the brothers' remarkable rise It was January 2005, and the Irish Independent's headline declared 16-year-old Patrick Collison 'the smartest redhead in Ireland'. He had just won the Esat BT Young Scientist of the Year, 12 months after finishing a runner-up in the competition.
Irish Independent
5 days ago
- Science
- Irish Independent
‘If you were their dad, you'd never shut about them': how Stripe founders Patrick and John Collison came full circle
As the billionaires' firm was announced as sponsors of the Young Scientist competition that catapulted Patrick into the limelight, John Meagher charts the brothers' remarkable rise It was January 2005, and the Irish Independent's headline declared 16-year-old Patrick Collison 'the smartest redhead in Ireland'. He had just won the Esat BT Young Scientist of the Year, 12 months after finishing a runner-up in the competition.
Belfast Telegraph
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Belfast Telegraph
‘Life was tougher in my day': From Boomer to bust – who are the real losers in the generation game?
As a survey finds that the age group aged between 45 and 60 is the unhappiest, six writers aged between 13 and 81 explore what's good and bad about being in their generation. Compiled by John Meagher Which generation has it best and which has it hardest? It is a debate that has long exercised people of all ages. A recent 30-country poll by Ipsos found that almost one in three members of Generation X – those born between 1965 and 1980 – were 'not very happy' or 'not happy at all.'
Business Wire
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
Pit Viper and Wrangler ® Team Up to Launch Water Jorts For Watersports
GREENSBORO, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Pit Viper, the bold outdoor accessories brand known for its expressive and durable eyewear, and Wrangler ®, the global denim and western apparel icon, today announced their collaboration on the first-ever collection of denim for xtreme sports: Xtreme Blue Jeans (XBJs). Designed specifically for adrenaline enthusiasts, this collection combines Wrangler's legendary durability and authentic cowboy attitude with Pit Viper's one-of-a-kind approach to outdoor gear, providing the ultimate solution for the most xtreme activities. 'This denim-filled collaboration packs the adrenaline and freedom of 'letting a rodeo bull loose at a pool party' into the perfect summer outfit, it's unlike anything else on the market,' said John Meagher, Vice President of Global Marketing, Kontoor. Share The collection is the only uniform you'll need this summer: Xtreme Blue Jean shorts, a matching denim vest, graphic tees and the signature Pit Viper Flip-Offs sunglasses, crafted with float resistant™ denim print frames for durability and style. Embracing the nostalgia of '90s jet skiing and water sports, these limited-edition Xtreme Blue Jeans are crafted for legends who dare to push the limits. Wrangler denim has long adorned cowboys and cowgirls in the most extreme conditions out West and at high-octane rodeo events. This new collection gives denim its toughest test yet: water. Outfitted in the new collection, professional jet ski athletes Demi Morgan and Lee Stone were photographed during an action-packed day on the epic waters of Lake Havasu, Arizona. As the first female Jet Ski World Champion and a 10x Jet Ski World Champion, one thing was made clear: denim is now the optimal technology for Xtreme watersports, but pl ease leave doing a backflip on a jet ski in jorts to the professionals. "Our collaboration brings together the best of both brands — when extreme sports irreverence hooks up with a western legend, the result is undeniably electric. That's what this collab is all about," said Kai Seggar, partnerships manager at Pit Viper. 'We share the absolute confidence that denim is the optimum technology for jet-skiing, waterskiing, rodeo, beach volleyball, and any xtreme activities.' 'This denim-filled collaboration packs the adrenaline and freedom of 'letting a rodeo bull loose at a pool party' into the perfect summer outfit, it's unlike anything else on the market,' said John Meagher, vice president of global marketing, Kontoor. 'We have a long-standing history with extreme sports, including rodeo and auto racing, though this collaboration offers a completely fresh take on that. We're excited to lean into Pit Viper's irreverence and strength with a younger audience and really wanted to have a bit of fun with this collection.' Priced between $34.99 - $99.99 the limited-edition collection is now available for purchase exclusively on About Wrangler Wrangler ®, of Kontoor Brands (NYSE: KTB), has been an icon in authentic American style for 75 years. With a rich legacy rooted in the Western lifestyle, Wrangler is committed to offering superior quality and timeless design. Its collections for men, women, and children look and feel great, inspiring all those who wear them to be strong and ready for everyday life. Wrangler is available in retail stores worldwide, including flagship stores in Fort Worth and Greensboro, department stores, mass-market retailers, specialty shops, top western outfitters, and online. For more information, visit About Pit Viper Founded in 2012, Pit Viper is the bold outdoor sports accessories and lifestyle brand known for its durable, functional, and expressive eyewear. Pit Viper combines military-grade functionality with expressive design across its range of sunglasses, goggles, and ' other crap ' aka its line of fun t-shirts, bottoms, hats, rigs, and everything else needed for a good time. Since its founding, Pit Viper has leveraged performance technology to offer solar protection, optimal peripheral vision, and adjustment points for the optimal blend of style and performance. This is a brand for the senders, adventure-seekers, risk-takers and most importantly, anyone serious about taking life less seriously. With a team of Key Players, Pit Viper is dedicated to creating a sense of belonging and camaraderie among those who share a passion for adventure and self expression.
Belfast Telegraph
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Belfast Telegraph
Kneecap's self-inflicted wound: ‘It's depressing that our biggest musical export is so divisive'
The West Belfast rappers were on the defensive this week over on-stage comments about Hamas and killing Tory MPs. Amid calls for their gigs to be cancelled, John Meagher asks how much of the group's rabble-rousing image is for real Anyone who reckoned musicians had lost their power to cause outrage will have had second thoughts this week. Forty-eight years since the Sex Pistols provoked heated debate in the Houses of Parliament, Britain's leading politicians were up in arms about the actions of another provocative, uncompromising band. Belfast rap trio Kneecap got more attention than they bargained for in recent days with Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch among those calling for them to be prosecuted after allegedly calling for the death of Tory MPs. And here, politicians across the island of Ireland, including Taoiseach Micheál Martin, condemned them for resurfaced comments, including chants purportedly in support of terrorist organisations Hamas and Hezbollah.
