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The Irish Sun
20-05-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
M&S issue major update for thousands of Irish customers one month after cyber attack
M&S has issued an important update for thousands of Irish customers after a major cyber attack last month. The attack that occurred on April 19 saw numerous shoppers struggle with contactless payments, collecting orders and much more. 1 The cyber attack happened on April 19 Credit: PA And an email sent to customers this morning reads: "I'm Jayne Wall, and I look after Customer Service here at M&S. "I am sure that you will have seen in the news that we have been dealing with a cyber incident and I wanted to write to you about what this means for you. "To proactively manage the incident, we immediately took steps to protect our systems and engaged leading cyber security experts. "We also reported the incident to relevant government authorities and law enforcement, who we continue to work closely with. READ MORE IN MONEY "Unfortunately, the nature of the incident means that some personal customer data has been taken, but there is no evidence that it has been shared. "The personal data could include contact details, date of birth and online order history. "However, importantly, the data does not include useable card or payment details, and it also does not include any account passwords. For more detail, see our FAQs." Most read in Money Jayne continued: "You do not need to take any action, but you might receive emails, calls or texts claiming to be from M&S when they are not, so do be cautious. "Remember that we will never contact you and ask you to provide us with personal account information, like usernames, and we will never ask you to give us your password. "To give you extra peace of mind, next time you visit or login to your M& account on our website or app, you will also be prompted to reset your password. WHAT IS A CYBER ATTACK? A CYBER attack is any deliberate attempt to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorised access to computer systems, networks, or digital devices. These attacks can target individuals, businesses, or even governments, and their motives can range from financial gain to political disruption. Cyber attacks can take many forms, employing various techniques to achieve their malicious goals. Common types of cyber attacks include: Malware: Malicious software designed to damage or gain control of a system. Examples include viruses, worms, ransomware and spyware. Phishing: Deceptive attempts to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, or credit card details, often through fake emails or websites. Denial-of-Service (DOS) Attacks: Flooding a network or server with traffic to overwhelm its resources and make it unavailable to legitimate users. SQL Injection: Exploiting vulnerabilities in website databases to gain unauthorised access to data. Ransomware: Malware that encrypts a victim's data and demands a ransom for its release. Social Engineering: Manipulating individuals into performing actions or divulging confidential information. "We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused to you and all of our customers. "Thank you so much for shopping with us and for your support, we never take it for granted." Meanwhile, cybersecurity expert Professor He said: 'We often see a cyber attack as a brief flash, it comes out of nowhere, we learn that some data has disappeared and then everything is up and running again. 'In reality, the impacts usually linger for far longer, but that isn't usually of much interest as the exciting bit has already happened, and it often happens behind the scenes. 'Marks & Spencer and the Co-op are facing that kind of incident, it's the equivalent of a burst pipe, but it isn't just one room that's flooded, instead we're seeing the floorboards starting to warp and the plaster get a bit soggy." Buckley also said these have intricate networks where one problem can cause a chain reaction across deliveries, services and stock. HISTORY OF MARKS & SPENCER WHEN Michael Marks, an immigrant from the north of England, was able to obtain a stall in Leeds' Kirkgate Market in 1884, M&S was born. He used the catchphrase "Don't ask the price, it's a 'penny'" to build his career after arriving with little money and minimal command of English. His little booth selling basic home goods was rapidly booming because of this simple idea and his diligent work. Michael teamed up with Dewhirst wholesalers' cashier Tom Spencer to help his expanding firm. This collaboration gave rise to "Marks & Spencer" and its initial Penny Bazaar locations, which helped the company take shape as we know it today. More than 15,000 purchases were made on the first day of trading.
The Irish Sun
02-05-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Major €244 & €223 weekly social welfare cut in blow for hundreds over age rules as new €8,400 payment comes into play
JUST under 400 Irish parents are set to see some weekly social welfare payments end this year due to a rule surrounding their child's age. But Minister for Social Protection Dara Calleary has said that plans are in place for hundreds of families to now be eligible for a €8,400 annual payment. The The cash blow means any person who is claiming the maximum rate of both payment will be at a loss of €467 each week. The One-Parent Family Payment is paid at a maximum weekly rate of €244, while the And those whose youngest child turns 16 this year could stop receiving the payments after their kid's birthday. READ MORE IN MONEY The One-Parent Family Payment is paid to men and women who are bringing children up without the support of a partner, with the The And the half-rate Carer's Allowance is for those with certain other Calleary has confirmed that those receiving both payments and will see them cease this year, but many will still be eligible for "the disability allowance in their own right." Most read in Money He said: "I take it that it concerns people in receipt of the one-parent family allowance, domiciliary care allowance and the half-rate carer's allowance in respect of a child who is turning 16 this year. "Of the approximately 10,200 people currently in receipt of both the one-parent family payment and half-rate carer's allowance, approximately 390 will cease being in this position during 2025 due to the age of their youngest child. "However, it is important to note that at age 16, the person for whom the half-rate carer's allowance or domiciliary care allowance was being paid becomes eligible to apply for the disability allowance in their own right." This is when a person is in receipt of the , which will remain in place when the youngest child reaches 16, similar to the Half-rate Carer's Allowance, the Carer's Allowance and the Blind Pension. He continued: "This payment rate is €244 per week compared with €360 per month for domiciliary care allowance, meaning that payments into the household will increase by over €8,400 a year. "The person formerly in receipt of the one-parent family payment can move to the jobseeker's allowance payment, which is paid at the same rate as the one-parent family payment, or, alternatively, where such a person is providing full-time care, they can apply for full-rate carer's allowance. "In the latter case, the person can work 18.5 hours a week and retain the payment." However, once the payment has ended, those previously receiving them are encouraged to apply for other to replace it. WHO QUALIFIES FOR OFP & CARERS ALLOWANCE? THESE schemes aim to provide financial support to different groups, and thousands are eligible to apply. The One-Parent Family Payment The One-Parent Family Paymentis a payment for people aged under 66 who are bringing children up without the support of a partner. And the €244 weekly rate is increased by €50 for those with a child aged under 12 and by €62 for children who are 12 and over. The To get the payment, the person applying must also have children under a certain age - but there are exceptions. The Department of Social Protection examines "all sources" of a persons income in a means test when they apply for the payment. The main items included in the means test are cash income, capital, income from work and income from maintenance payments, not including child maintenance. The Half-rate Carer's Allowance The Half-rate Carer's Allowance is available for people already receiving a social welfare payment but also providing full-time care and attention to another person. This is to allow you to keep your social welfare payment while also getting benefits from the Carer's Allowance. Their website states: "If you are getting Carer's Allowance and you also meet the qualifying conditions for another social welfare payment (for example, a State pension) you should apply for the other payment. "If you qualify for the other payment you will be paid it in full and keep half your Carer's Allowance payment as well." Qualifying for both payments If your youngest child is aged between seven and 15, you must qualify for the Carer's Allowance to continue receiving the OFP. You will also receive a Child Support Payment for other children until they reach 18, or 22 in full-time education. As for the person previously receiving the One-Parent Family Payment in this circumstance, they will be entitled to the payment or full-rate Carers Allowance depending on circumstances. Calleary said: "It is not necessarily the case that the family of a child who has an ongoing disability which requires their parent to provide full-time care will inevitably experience a reduction in payment. However, if there are cases where that is happening, I will certainly work with the Deputy to address that. "I should also highlight a number of changes that have been made to assist lone-parent families in recent budgets. Within the context of the programme for Government, we are looking at a range of reviews of supports for lone-parent families. We are currently preparing a work plan to implement that commitment." 1 The payment will end for hundreds this year Credit: Getty Images - Getty
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Find out why Blackpink's Lisa rejected the offer to perform at Miss Universe 2025
Lisa from Blackpink has been at the top of the headlines for the past few weeks. May it be due to her powerful Coachella set or due to her alleged French beau, the idol has been the talk of the town as of late. Recently, it was revealed that the 'MONEY' singer has rejected the invitation to perform at Miss Universe 2025's grand finale event, which is all set to take place in Thailand. Why did Lisa reject the offer to perform at the pageant? Recently, as reported by Pinkvilla, the CEO of the Miss Universe organisation confirmed the sad news for the public. In a livestream on a popular online streaming platform, Nawat Itsaragrisil had revealed that a personal invite to perform was shared with the singer. Due to her heritage and cultural connection with Thailand, the organisers had thought that she would be the perfect fit for the grand event. As the news had gotten out, fans had been struck with excitement and had taken to social media platforms to show their emotions. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 3 Reasons to Plug This Into Your Home Today elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Learn More Undo While fans were excited and ready for the performance, it was revealed that since the schedules of Miss Universe 2025 and Lisa did not line up properly, the idol was unable to confirm her performance for the grand event. Lisa's team also explained the matter that the whole year has already been planned out for the idol and that it was not possible in any way to squeeze in the Miss Universe 2025 performance in the schedule. About Miss Universe 2025 The extravagant and highly popular pageant is all set to be held on 21 November 2025 this year. The event is going to take place in the IMPACT Arena in Muang Thong Thani. This is also known as one of the largest and most premier venues for any large events in Thailand.
Time of India
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Maroon 5 and Blackpink's Lisa officially gear up for a 'Priceless' collaboration
A few days ago, what was considered just a rumour amongst fans has now been confirmed officially by the artist themselves. It's official! Blackpink 's Lisa and Maroon 5 are all set to collaborate and work on a new song project as the duo share new photos together. Lisa and Maroon 5 officially collaborating On April 25, Maroon 5 officially shared the good news with fans that the Blackpink singer is all set to feature on their next hit song, ' PRICELESS '. The news did not come as a shock for fans, as the band had already shared a cryptic photo of a man and woman standing in front of a window of a high-rise building with their backs to the camera. Many fans had contemplated who it was and had all drawn the same conclusion that the woman in the photo looked a lot like Lisa, as it also matched her hair at the time along with the clothing style. Maroon 5 shares cute video to announce song launch To officially share the news, the American band shared the pre-save link to their next song and, along with it, attached a short video clip. The slip featured the band's frontman Adam Levine standing alongside Blackpink's Lisa. The video features Levine and Lisa interacting, posing and laughing together during an ongoing photoshoot. The 'MONEY' singer can be seen wearing a stylish snake-print bodycon dress with long gloves of the same print. Levine, on the other hand, featured a classic all-black style and wore a black shirt along with a full black suit. The singer also finished the look off with his blonde buzz cut hairstyle. Lisa only recently finished her Coachella performances , which went viral. The idol took to the stage the second time in her career; however, this time Lisa got on stage as a solo act and successfully set the mood for a powerful and energetic performance. Stay updated with the latest Best Hindi Movies , Best Tamil Movies , Best Telugu Movies , Best english Movies , Best Malayalam Movies
The Irish Sun
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Ridiculous' cries RTE chef as beloved eatery at Irish beauty spot dubbed ‘coolest in world' announces shock closure
A POPULAR eatery loved by Irish celebrities and dubbed "one of the coolest in the world" has announced its closure. Misunderstood Heron in 2 Misunderstood Heron is set to close this weekend Credit: Social Media Collect 2 The top spot among celebs is located in Killary Fjord, Co Galway Credit: Social Media Collect Located by the breathtaking Killary Fjord, the food spot gained international recognition in 2019 when it was named the top entry in Lonely Planet's book Around the World in 80 Food Trucks. The truck was operated by Kim and Reinaldo, a Popular with Irish stars, the spot serves locally sourced dishes such as fresh mussels, falafel boxes and spicy lamb samosas. It was the only Irish food truck to be featured in the publication and was described as the number one spot among global street READ MORE IN MONEY And now its owners have announced they are closing the food spot for good this weekend. In a statement on They said: "Join us for the last weekend of the heron!! "After 8 years of blood, sweat, and tears of building up what's now the misunderstood heron, we find ourselves shot down by the @galwaycountycouncil planning department." Most read in Money And the announcement also revealed that the decision would result in the loss of eight Despite the closure, the team plans to continue with catering, events and pop-up services. Celebrity chef closes down seaside restaurant after 16 years They added: "Bloodied but not bowed, we will continue to build our catering, events, and pop-ups (More on this next week) "Goodbye to 8 jobs, let's make it a weekend to remember." Misunderstood Heron had built a loyal following among locals in Galway and foodies from across the country. The spot was praised by high-profile Irish stars, including presenter Donal Skehan and 'So disappointed to hear that' And Donal had previously featured the popular food spot in a He wrote: 'So disappointed to hear that - without a doubt a shining example of just how interesting food business can be done. "I hope for the sake of locals and the many tourists who have this on their list @galwaycountycouncil turn this ridiculous decision on its head. 'We absolutely loved featuring you in a tv series which has been show in 47 countries and your story which is such an inspiration.' Commenting on the post, Rozanna said: '@galwaycountycouncil this cafe is a destination stop & an example of such a great thriving Irish business. '@galwaycountycouncil is this not something to be protected & supported? Hope there's a resolution/ nearby location found.' Carl said: "Ah lads so sorry to hear this! What a spot." The Irish Sun has reached out to Galway County Council for comment.
