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Irish Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Health
- Irish Daily Mirror
Holidaymaker dies suddenly on Greece beach after 'feeling ill' on sun lounger
A holidaymaker has died while in holiday in Crete after reportedly falling ill on a sun lounger. The 74-year-old British man was found unconscious around noon on Sunday at Stalis Beach, a well-known tourist spot on the Greek island. Concerned beachgoers spotted him and alerted emergency services, Mirror UK reports. Despite efforts by paramedics from the Hellenic National Center for Emergency Care (EKAB), he was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. It is believed the man had been swimming shortly before returning to his lounger and it has been reported that he had a "strong feeling" of sickness shortly before his death. Authorities have not yet confirmed a cause of death and an autopsy is currently underway, according to local news outlet His death follows a series of recent tragedies involving British holidaymakers abroad. Just weeks earlier, a 73-year-old man was found unresponsive on a beach in Agia Paraskevi on the Skiathos Greek island. Despite a doctor spending 40 minutes attempting to revive him, he could not be saved. On June 12, a 68-year-old also died after losing consciousness while swimming off Lindos beach in Rhodes. He was rushed to a nearby health centre by the Central Port Authority, where he was pronounced dead. In Spain, another British tourist died in a suspected drowning after getting into difficulty during a late-evening swim at the popular Fuengirola resort. Bystanders pulled him from the sea and called emergency services, but paramedics were unable to revive him. Also in Spain, two tourists died in separate falls in the past two weeks. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.
Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Irish Daily Mirror
Irish holidaymakers told 'never wear' 2 items to airport or risk delays
Summer holiday season is in full swing across Ireland, with thousands of excited tourists packing their bags and heading to the airport for their long-awaited sunny getaways. But before you set off, experts are urging Irish travellers to think twice about what they wear to the airport - or risk unnecessary stress and delays. It turns out that certain fashion choices could seriously slow you down at security or passport control, according to a leading travel expert. The warning comes as Dublin Airport braces for one of its busiest summers in recent years, with passenger numbers expected to surge. With things like tight security, long queues and early morning flights already enough to test anyone's patience, even the smallest mistake can cost you valuable time. And now, two everyday items are being singled out as potential problems. Travel specialist Pearlyn Yeo from Jetpac shared her essential advice for a smoother journey with Mirror UK, and it could save Irish holidaymakers time and hassle at the airport. The expert explained: "Keeping sunglasses on or wearing headphones through passport control can cause unnecessary delays and stress. These accessories can make it harder for border agents and automated systems to confirm your identity or get your attention. Both facial recognition gates and human officers rely on clear eye contact and unobstructed facial features. Sunglasses can interfere with the technology and an officer's ability to assess your behaviour and demeanour. "Headphones, on the other hand, can distract you and mean you miss important instructions - both of which can slow down the process. As well as removing the above accessories before heading through security and passport control, it's important that travellers are prepared. "At Jetpac, we advise all travellers to keep their documents digitally and ensure they are easy to access. eSIMs can help to organise everything you need. But it's also wise to know when to put your devices and any other distractions away. For example, when going through immigration. Removing accessories and putting devices away shows that you're ready and also that you respect certain protocols. "Most security staff will ask you to remove these items or stop using devices, so it will only add to your journey time and stress if you're not prepared. With this in mind, it's best to remove headphones, pack away phones and tablets and pop your sunglasses safely away before you reach security, passport control or immigration. "In doing so, you're more likely to breeze through border control and you won't have to worry about unnecessary delays or stress." As well as ditching the two problematic accessories, Jetpac also recommends keeping your travel outfit practical. Avoid overly tight or bulky clothing, and opt for breathable layers and comfortable shoes. Any metal-heavy accessories or clothing could also lead to further holdups during security checks. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.
NDTV
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Woman Spends More Than Rs 4000 On Just Two Sandwiches In London, Shares Honest Review
Sandwiches are the perfect meal for any time of the day - be it a freshly prepared egg sandwich for breakfast, a hearty chicken and veggies sandwich for lunch or a late-night PB&J. But how much would you be willing to pay for a fancy sandwich? A London-based foodie, Liv, recently decided to splurge on two luxury sandwiches from the iconic Harrods Food Hall. Sharing her experience online, she revealed that she paid a whopping 36 pounds (Rs 4,170) for just two sandwiches, reported Mirror UK. Liv purchased a lobster roll priced at 18 pounds (Rs 2,085) and a truffle egg sandwich for 8 pounds (Rs 927). "I basically spent 36 pounds on two sandwiches, but you'd go out for lunch and spend 36 pounds in Nando's, so I think it's fine - girl maths," she joked. However, the foodie was slightly disappointed that the sandwiches weren't packed in fancy Harrods boxes. Curious to know if they were worth the price, she did a taste test and shared her honest review. First up was the lobster roll, which has reportedly been going viral on social media. Liv was excited to try this, but turns out the sandwich was too big to bite easily and bland in taste. Taking a bite, she said, "It's bland, it's really bland. I'd rather have a Tesco meal deal than that." She rated the Rs 2,085 lobster roll a disappointing 2 out of 10. Next, Liv tried the Rs 927 truffle egg sandwich. This time, she was impressed and delighted with the flavours. "Mmm, you get instant truffle, and the eggs are so rich and creamy. That is one of the best sandwiches I've ever had. It's just so, not complicated - like egg and truffle but done well," she said. Her viral video received mixed responses online. While some viewers drooled over the luxurious sandwiches, others felt these were too expensive. One user gushed, "The truffle egg one is insane," while another said, "Egg one looks classy." Shocked seeing the price, one commented, "My husband won't be happy, he thinks a 3.40 pounds meal deal is a rip-off." Another added, "Girl, you have money to burn. 26 pounds on sandwiches? Nope, I'd rather have a Domino's."
Irish Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Coldplay kiss cam couple spark cheating rumours in painfully awkward moment
Footage of two people at a Coldplay concert in the US has gone viral this week after they were featured on a 'kiss cam'. They seemed to be camera shy whilst on screen together and Chris Martin even poked fun at the pair's reaction. The video is said to have been filmed at the Gillette Stadium in Boston, with singer Chris, 48, and his bandmates having performed at the venue on Tuesday and then last night. The gigs are part of their ongoing Music of the Spheres world tour, which will be heading to the UK, but not Ireland, later this year. The band played four sold out shows at Dublin's Croke Park last year. After showing other audience members at one of the gigs, the camera pans to two people on a balcony, Mirror UK reports. Addressing the pair, who appeared to be swaying to the music whilst holding hands, Chris said: "Oh look at these two!" They soon reacted to being broadcast on a screen at the venue in the footage shared on social media today. One of them quickly covered their face before turning their back to the camera, whilst the other ducked down out of view. Chris said: "Alright. Come on, you're okay." He appeared to then tease over their reactions to being spotted: "Oh what? Either they're having an affair or they're just very shy." As the video ends, he begins to say: "I'm not quite sure." The audience were initially heard laughing as the pair hid from the camera after first being seen cuddled up together. Fans later appeared to be cheering and even whistling as Chris teased over the situation during the concert. Chris Martin catches horrified couple on camera at Coldplay show (Image: instaagraace/Tiktok) The footage was shared through a TikTok account earlier today. It has since amassed more than 17 million views on the platform alone, whilst a post including the same video that has been circulating on X has 7.5 million views. The man has been identified as Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and his alleged mistress, who has been identified online as the company's Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot. Cabot has held her role for nine months, and when she was appointed in November, Byron said in a statement and praised her "exceptional leadership and deep expertise in talent management". He added: "She is a proven leader at multiple growth-stage companies and her passion for fostering diverse, collaborative workplaces makes her a perfect fit for Astronomer." In her own statement, she said she had "energised in my conversations with Andy and the Astronomer leadership team about the opportunities that exist here". She added: "I prefer to think of my role as people strategy versus traditional human resources, as the real magic happens when you align the people strategy with the business strategy." Chris is touring with his bandmates Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman and Will Champion at the moment. Coldplay embarked on the world tour in 2022 and it's due to come to an end at Wembley Stadium in London in September. They are next scheduled to perform at venues in Madison, Nashville and Miami as they conclude the final North American leg of the three-year tour. Coldplay will then head to Craven Park in Hull before their gigs in London. The band were supported by Elyanna and Ayra Starr at their gigs in Boston earlier this year. They are set to be joined by additional special guests including Tems and Beabadoobee for their summer concerts in the UK later this year. Get all the big crime and court stories direct to your phone on our new WhatsApp service. Sign up here.
Irish Daily Mirror
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Tomorrowland main stage engulfed in flames just 48 hours before festival starts
A major fire has engulfed the main stage at the Tomorrowland festival with firefighters battling the blaze. The fire ripped through the main stage at the festival site in Boom, Belgium. There are no festivalgoers at the site, although around 1,000 employees are understood to be there. VRT News reported it was unclear whether anyone had been injured in the fire. Residents nearby have been asked to close their windows and doors as the fire is not yet under control. The festival was due to start on Friday. Thousands of revellers - including some from Ireland - make their way to the festival each year over one weekend where they can listen to electronic sets. A festival spokesperson told local media: "Our priority now is the safety of our visitors and those in the surrounding area." The mayor of Boom, Jeroen Baert has reportedly cancelled his holiday in Germany and will be returning to handle the fall out from the fire. Firefighters shared concerns the blaze could spread to nearby woods. Images have shown the fire continues to rapidly spread through the area, although locals have been told the smoke is not toxic. Tomorrowland festival main stage engulfed in flames as blaze breaks out Tomorrowland's main stage is considered a centre piece of the festival and typically reflects its yearly theme. This year, the theme was "The World of Orbyz." Video shared online shows the fire ripping through the main stage with thick plumes of smoke being sent up into the air. Fireworks could also be heard popping off, although it is unclear if they are directly linked to the cause of the fire. Another clip showed the fire appeared to have started on the right side of the stage. Shocked employees could be seen moving away from the main stage towards a grassy hill as the blaze continued to tear through the structure. Further videos shared online revealed the blaze had completely destroyed the main stage, leaving the frame of the structure behind. Photos also showed emergency services had arrived at the site with firefighters bravely battling the inferno. Tomorrowland festival main stage engulfed in flames as blaze breaks out (Image: x) The fire is a disaster with attendees, many of which are travelling by plane, set to arrive as camping opens tomorrow. The main stage makes up a huge part of the festival area and would significantly impact the number of attendees should the decision be made to shut it down but keep the weekend slot open. Tomorrowland organisers have not yet put out a public statement on their social media pages. Mirror UK has contacted Tomorrowland's management for comment via email The festival draws revellers from across the globe over two weekends in the summer. Ahead of Weekend 1, the festival announced David Guetta and Charlotte De Witte among their headliners. Tomorrowland Belgium welcomed an estimated 400,000 people from more than 200 countries in 2024. The festival sold out in record time this year with 800,000 people expected to have attended over the two weekends, according to DJ Mag. According to Eventplanner, the festival has made more than 112.8 million Euros in revenue in recent years. Get all the big crime and court stories direct to your phone on our new WhatsApp service. Sign up here.
