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Irish Independent
6 days ago
- Business
- Irish Independent
Check your tickets! Louth EuroMillions winner scoops €14,609 in Dunnes Stores
This was the second big Irish winner on the night, with a luck Galway player wakening up to find themselves €625,081 richer after matching five numbers and one Lucky Star. The winning numbers were: 24, 38, 41, 45, 49 and the Lucky Stars were 1 and 6. While there was no winner of the EuroMillions jackpot worth €96,858,365. In total, over 40,000 players in Ireland won prizes in the EuroMillions and Plus games, including the two winners in Galway and Louth. Emma Monaghan, spokesperson for the National Lottery said, 'What fantastic news to wake up to - another substantial win for two Irish EuroMillions players! Huge congratulations to our winners in Galway and Louth. We're now urging all of our players to check their EuroMillions tickets very carefully - you could be holding a winning ticket!" The winners are advised to sign the back of their ticket and to keep it safe. They should make contact with our prize claims team on 1800 666 222 or email claims@ and arrangements will be made for them to collect their life-changing prize in Lottery HQ. Louth lotto players are among the luckiest in the country. Earlier this year a Louth player became the first lotto jackpot of the year, when a ticket bought in Centra, Platin Road, Drogheda, scooped the €4,642,646 prize. The Donnelly family from Louth also won EuroMillions Plus top prize of €500,000 with a ticket purchased on Friday, Friday January 24from Centra, The Mell, Drogheda, Just last month ago. syndicate made up of 11 tradesmen won €255,000 prize in the EuroMillions Ireland-Only Raffle with a ticket bought in Applegreen, Newfoundwell Road, Greenbatter, Drogheda.
Scotsman
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Euromillions jackpot £84m tonight – syndicate offer gives 500 chances
Your millionaire moment starts here – join the Wowcher Euromillions syndicate and dream big tonight. | Canva This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. The record £208m may be gone, but tonight's £84m Euromillions is still life-changing – and you can play smarter with Wowcher's £9.99 syndicate deal. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The £208 million frenzy may have passed, but tonight's Euromillions draw still offers a life-changing £84 million prize – and for less than a tenner you can get 500 chances to win. Just a few weeks ago, the UK's biggest-ever lottery win saw one lucky ticket-holder walk away with a staggering £208 million, instantly richer than Adele. That draw captured the nation's attention, with millions dreaming of overnight superstardom. Now the jackpot has climbed again, and £84 million is hardly something to sniff at. That kind of money still puts you comfortably above the likes of Dua Lipa and Sam Smith in the Sunday Times Rich List. And you don't even need to play alone – joining a syndicate gives you hundreds of chances for a fraction of the usual price. Don't miss out – join the Wowcher Euromillions syndicate here and get 500 lines in tonight's draw for just £9.99. The deadline is 7.30pm. The syndicate option is popular with players who want better odds without spending a fortune on dozens of individual tickets. With 500 chances at tonight's jackpot, you'll be part of a larger group playing collectively – and if your syndicate wins, the prize is split among members. It's a smart way to boost your chances without breaking the bank. On top of the jackpot itself, every Euromillions ticket also gives you entry to the UK Millionaire Maker draw, which guarantees at least one new millionaire every week. Even if the jackpot rolls over again, there are still thousands of smaller prizes to be won – right down to £2.50 for two numbers and around £130,000 for matching five numbers plus one Lucky Star. The results of tonight's draw are expected shortly after 8.30pm, but tickets must be bought by 7.30pm to take part. Even if you missed your chance at the £208 million record-breaker, tonight's draw could still change your life. £84 million? Still more than enough to make your dreams come true. Discovery Cove Discover Orlando's hidden island paradise with exclusive early booking savings £ 115.00 Buy now Buy now Tucked away in the heart of Orlando, Discovery Cove is the all-inclusive tropical escape most visitors don't even know exists. Swim with dolphins, snorkel through vibrant reefs, hand-feed exotic birds and unwind on white-sand beaches — all in a serene, crowd-free setting with guest numbers capped daily. Right now, you can save up to 28% on 2026 bookings, plus an extra 12% off with code SUNNY, and enjoy a free premium drinks package for over-21s. But hurry — these early booking savings end soon. Explore Discovery Cove deals today MySweetSmile Get wedding photo-ready with MySweetSmile's gentle teeth whitening range £ 20.99 Buy now Buy now Wedding season is here — and so are all the photos you'll treasure forever. Whether you're the bride, the groom or just a guest, you'll want a confident, glowing smile in every shot. That's where MySweetSmile comes in. This UK best-seller promises peroxide-free, gentle whitening that fits effortlessly into your routine. From their teeth whitening powder for brides to quick-fix strips for guests and a handy pen for grooms, you'll be ready for your close-up on the big day. Shop the full MySweetSmile wedding-ready range here.
Scotsman
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Euromillions jackpot £84m tonight – syndicate offer gives 500 chances
Your millionaire moment starts here – join the Wowcher Euromillions syndicate and dream big tonight. | Canva This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. The record £208m may be gone, but tonight's £84m Euromillions is still life-changing – and you can play smarter with Wowcher's £9.99 syndicate deal. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The £208 million frenzy may have passed, but tonight's Euromillions draw still offers a life-changing £84 million prize – and for less than a tenner you can get 500 chances to win. Just a few weeks ago, the UK's biggest-ever lottery win saw one lucky ticket-holder walk away with a staggering £208 million, instantly richer than Adele. That draw captured the nation's attention, with millions dreaming of overnight superstardom. Now the jackpot has climbed again, and £84 million is hardly something to sniff at. That kind of money still puts you comfortably above the likes of Dua Lipa and Sam Smith in the Sunday Times Rich List. And you don't even need to play alone – joining a syndicate gives you hundreds of chances for a fraction of the usual price. Don't miss out – join the Wowcher Euromillions syndicate here and get 500 lines in tonight's draw for just £9.99. The deadline is 7.30pm. The syndicate option is popular with players who want better odds without spending a fortune on dozens of individual tickets. With 500 chances at tonight's jackpot, you'll be part of a larger group playing collectively – and if your syndicate wins, the prize is split among members. It's a smart way to boost your chances without breaking the bank. On top of the jackpot itself, every Euromillions ticket also gives you entry to the UK Millionaire Maker draw, which guarantees at least one new millionaire every week. Even if the jackpot rolls over again, there are still thousands of smaller prizes to be won – right down to £2.50 for two numbers and around £130,000 for matching five numbers plus one Lucky Star. The results of tonight's draw are expected shortly after 8.30pm, but tickets must be bought by 7.30pm to take part. Even if you missed your chance at the £208 million record-breaker, tonight's draw could still change your life. £84 million? Still more than enough to make your dreams come true. Discovery Cove Discover Orlando's hidden island paradise with exclusive early booking savings £ 115.00 Buy now Buy now Tucked away in the heart of Orlando, Discovery Cove is the all-inclusive tropical escape most visitors don't even know exists. Swim with dolphins, snorkel through vibrant reefs, hand-feed exotic birds and unwind on white-sand beaches — all in a serene, crowd-free setting with guest numbers capped daily. Right now, you can save up to 28% on 2026 bookings, plus an extra 12% off with code SUNNY, and enjoy a free premium drinks package for over-21s. But hurry — these early booking savings end soon. Explore Discovery Cove deals today
The Citizen
14-07-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Sushi or tinned fish? Here is what South Africans prefer
The country's fish and seafood sector saw an increase in exports in 2024. South Africa's fish and seafood sector has grown over the last year, with the sector showing significant export performance. A report by consumer and data science company Eighty20 shows that people's preference is varied, with some enjoying sushi, while others choose tinned fish. The report was diving into consumer trends in retail and brand preferences across income levels. Andrew Fulton, Director at Eighty20, said sushi sits right at the intersection of the country's consumer trends. He attributed this to sushi being fast, fresh and aspirational. ALSO READ: Who's dumping mountains of vrot fish to pose health risk? Fish exports The report highlighted that the sector saw an 8.6% increase in seafood exports in 2024, reaching R9 billion. 'Exports were led by fresh fish (40% of SA exports) and molluscs like cuttlefish and abalone (30%), with key markets including Spain (25.5%), Italy (18.2%), and the US (9%). The US dominates fresh whole fish imports, consuming 60% of South Africa's fresh exports.' Fulton added that seafood imports totalled R5.4 billion, with Namibia, Norway and China leading as suppliers. 'Norwegian exports to South Africa are predominantly fresh salmon, 82% of fish exports, a reflection of the growing sushi market, both in grocers and restaurants.' Sushi or tinned fish? He added that due to sushi gaining popularity, retailers have adapted fast, as local grocers are offering prepackaged sushi-to-go. A prepackaged sushi-to-go ranges from R100 to R140, depending on the type, portion and retailer. ALSO READ: Fish and chips to cost more in SA as shortage hits the industry 'Sushi also holds 6% of the national restaurant category share. One of the first sushi restaurants to open in South Africa was the legendary Minato Sushi Bar just off Long Street (Cape Town) in 1996 by Hatsushiro Muraoka, also fondly known as Papa San.' While the country's appetite for ready-to-eat sushi continues to grow, the broader fishing industry has delivered mixed performance, with modest growth overall. 'Export markets have remained relatively stable, particularly for premium products like abalone and lobster, but profitability pressures have intensified across major players.' Tinned fish remains a national staple Fulton added that tinned fish remains a national staple. Their data show that two-thirds of South Africans buy tinned fish monthly across all incomes, owing to demand for affordable shelf-stable protein due to cost-of-living challenges. While tinned fish consumption matches LSM and SEM distribution, brand loyalty is clear, with John West and Mayfair represented more in higher-income groups, while Koo and Lucky Star are mostly consumed in the mass market, even though Oceana, owner of the Lucky Star brand, recently pointed out growth at retailers such as Woolworths. The sector also delivers unexpected stories. Lesotho exported more than R12 million in fish to the US in 2023 and has previously shipped sushi-grade fish to Japan. 'As global demand continues and local preferences evolve, South Africa's seafood economy is proving both adaptable and essential, connecting traditional staples to modern convenience and international trade.' NOW READ: Oceana on Lucky Star's decline and canned chicken livers and noodles being on the cards
Otago Daily Times
13-07-2025
- Otago Daily Times
DJ's death after festival prompts drug warning
By Catherine Hutton, Open Justice reporter A DJ died after taking a toxic mix of drugs during a popular music festival that he not only attended with his partner, but also played at. Simon Lee Garside, known musically as Deep South Audio, died in 2023 after Splore, a three-day music and arts festival held at Tapapakanga Regional Park in Auckland. Now, his death has drawn a fresh warning from Coroner Alison Mills about the dangers of drug-taking, especially when mixing different drugs, which can increase the risk of harm. According to her findings, Garside, a 46-year-old father based in Golden Bay, often travelled to music festivals with his partner to DJ and sell vintage clothing. Coroner Mills' findings stated that Garside occasionally used recreational drugs at music festivals and events, including MDMA and cocaine. The long weekend His partner described his drug taking as being on the 'low side'. In late February 2023, the couple travelled to Auckland to attend Splore. His partner reported that during the festival, Garside took MDMA, cocaine and ketamine, sharing about a gram of cocaine over the weekend and taking a small amount of MDMA each day. At least once during the long weekend, he experienced severe chest pain and had to stop and rest. According to his partner, Garside had been experiencing chest pains and headaches for a month or two before his death. Fearing it was a terminal illness, he was reluctant to see a doctor. While Garside was not part of the official Splore line-up, he was part of the Lucky Star collective, an independent group that curates its own stage. He performed a DJ set on that stage on the final day of the festival, February 26, and later that evening he and his partner checked into a hostel. They had dinner at a restaurant, then took a gin and tonic back to their room and got into bed. After some time, his partner noticed Garside had become unresponsive. He appeared stiff and his eyes were rolled backward. She attempted to rouse him but received no response. Garside, who was put into the recovery position, vomited. His partner gave him CPR and called emergency services. Firefighters and paramedics attended but Garside could not be revived. He died just after midnight on February 27, 2023. A toxic combo of drugs A subsequent pathologist's report found that fatal levels of cocaine, ketamine and MDMA caused Garside's death. The coroner's report stated: 'The pathologist advised that the combined use of cocaine, benzoylecgonine, ecgonine, ketamine and MDMA is known to result in respiratory depression, somnolence, cardiac arrhythmia, coma and increases the risk for sudden death.' Benzoylecgonine and ecgonine are metabolites of cocaine. Coroner Mills agreed with the pathologist's findings. 'Cocaine and MDMA are both stimulants that increase the heart rate and blood pressure,' she said in her report. 'Mixing these drugs in combination can make you feel more stimulated but can also increase the risk of overstimulation. This can result in an increased heart rate, higher blood pressure, temperature, anxiety, panic, or overdose. 'Ketamine used in combination with stimulants (MDMA and cocaine) also increases the strain on a body.' The coroner went on to warn that cocaine and ketamine combinations could be unpredictable. She said the risk of experiencing harm was more likely if ketamine was used with another substance. Coroner Mills made her comments in the findings in the hope of raising awareness, she said. She encouraged people who chose to use recreational drugs to take steps to minimise the risk of harm by checking their drugs at drug testing facilities such as those offered by Know Your Stuff. When looking at whether any other factors could have contributed to his death, the coroner noted that while he did not have a full autopsy, his post-mortem examination CT scan did not reveal any underlying heart condition or head injury. 'I note however that long-term use of cocaine is however associated with adverse cardiovascular consequences. In addition, mixing MDMA and cocaine places significant stress on the cardiovascular system. 'Therefore, if Simon had an underlying heart condition, he may have been more vulnerable to harm when mixing these two drugs.' 'Dearly remembered' Fryderyk (Fred) Kublikowski, Splore's festival producer, said the festival community was devastated by Garside's death. 'Our sincere aroha and condolences are with his whānau and friends,' he told NZME in a statement. 'His contribution to the music scene of Aotearoa will be dearly remembered.' Kublikowski said Splore has a comprehensive policy regarding drug use and testing, including a no-drugs policy for illicit drugs. People were searched when entering the festival and amnesty bins were provided. But the festival accepted that, despite legal prohibitions, individuals still engaged in recreational drug use. As a result, the festival took several steps to keep people safe, including offering a free drug checking and advice service through Know Your Stuff. Kublikowski said Splore remained committed to best-practice drug safety policies and harm reduction. 'We have read the coroner's report and are actively considering how to incorporate its recommendations and warnings into our drug safety protocols and communications,' Kublikowski said. Know Your Stuff general manager Casey Spearin said the service was proud to have attended Splore for many years. 'Splore is a leader among festivals in Aotearoa for the amount of drug safety education and support services they offer,' Spearin told NZME.
