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Irish Independent
a day ago
- General
- Irish Independent
Wexford student's ‘perseverance and creativity' results in outstanding first place in Ireland
New Ross Standard Today at 20:00 A Wexford student has been commended for his outstanding achievement having received top marks in last year's Design and Communication Graphics (DCG) Leaving Certificate exam. Staff and parents of CBS New Ross gathered recently to celebrate Shane Duhig, who was awarded joint-first in the state examination. Speaking about the achievement, school principal, Sarah Rice said: 'We are immensely proud to celebrate Shane's incredible accomplishment, which places him among the very best in the country and reflects his exceptional talent, creativity and dedication.' Ms Rice added that Shane's success is a testament, not only to his hard work and commitment, 'but also to the support and guidance of his teachers, Ms Mary O'Hanlon and Ms Ellen McCarthy, who nurtured his skills and passion for design throughout his time in CBS New Ross. Their expert teaching and encouragement helped Shane develop the precision, problem-solving ability and visual communication skills that DCG demands.' This national recognition is a source of 'great pride for the school community' and, Ms Rice stated that achievements as such 'highlight the standard of teaching and learning at CBS New Ross'. "Shane's achievement serves as an inspiration to all students, showing what is possible through perseverance and creativity. We warmly congratulate Shane, his family, Ms. O'Hanlon and Ms. McCarthy on this remarkable success,' concluded Ms Rice.
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
‘I worked outside for 20 years with my top off – then I got skin cancer'
Sun's out, guns out on UK construction sites, but with rates of melanoma at an all time high with outdoor workers, builders have been given a hi-vis warning to cover up their exposed bodies You know summer's here when builders are seen working shirtless on a scaffold on a British street with rapidly reddening shoulders. However, builders are now being alerted about the risks of too much sun exposure with a warning from the very same shirt they'd normally throw off. The construction sector makes up just 8% of the UK workforce, but is responsible for 44% of occupational skin cancer deaths. Despite this alarming figure, many site workers never wear any sunscreen, let alone a shirt. Shane McCormick, is a site worker and skin cancer survivor. He has been campaigning for sunscreen to be included in on-site gear after his own cancer scare. He says, 'I worked outside for two decades and when the sun was out, the shorts were on and my top off. Sun damage wasn't something anyone spoke about. Eventually I had a mole checked and it was cancerous.' A new hi-vis vest which glows red when the UV risk is high could have saved Shane from getting melanoma. This new hi-vis vest - which features a panel of long-lasting UV sensitive material - glows from white to pink to red as the suns' strength grows, giving a physical reminder to builders of the risks of exposure and potentially saving lives. As well as this, all participating sites will have UV-U-SEE sun cream from LifeJacket Skin Protection to rub on and cover up. The vest is the creation of skin cancer survivor, Hannah Penn, who was diagnosed with cancer aged 33, shortly after giving birth to her second child. She was astonished about the skin cancer rates among builders and the risks they take and set about creating the vest with her agency Pablo Creatives. She has teamed up with the National Federation of Builders (NFB) and the Considerate Constructors' Scheme – the organisation that seeks to raise standards in the construction industry and whose logo can be seen on sites that sign up to their guidelines - who made it policy for all their sites to offer the vests and available sunscreen. Building worker Shane adds, 'I've since had multiple surgeries including removing a 10cm tumour and three quarters of the lymph nodes from my right arm. Melanoma is preventable and construction businesses need to take skin cancer more seriously, including sunscreen in the PPE they provide their teams. 'I don't want others to have to go through what I've been through, so please make sure you're wearing sunscreen, covering up and getting yourself checked regularly.' Hannah says her interest in creating a vest for builders because of the high mortality rate in that industry, but the gear can eventually be used across many fields. She says: 'I've had what I'd consider an entirely normal level of exposure to the sun in the UK, so when I was diagnosed aged 33, I became obsessed with how I could raise awareness of the risks I was ignorant to and stop others from getting melanoma. Unlike most cancers, skin cancer is 86% preventable. So with the right interventions and awareness, we can save hundreds if not thousands of lives. That's why all of us and Pablo felt so passionate and driven to use our understanding of how you use brands to change behaviour to spotlight this fatal risk within construction. 'The beauty of the technology we've created is that it will help so many people, not just those in the construction industry. The possibilities of the UV-U-SEE technology are endless – it can be added to prams to give mums peace of mind, or it can be used while playing sports or other outdoor activities, or even just as you pop to the shops. 'Melanoma is a silent killer. And one that it's so easy to ignore. I was lucky to be caught in time. I hope this will help save other people too.' Research conducted by the NFB and Considerate Constructors Scheme found that, despite the risks, 39% of site workers do not think of melanoma as a workplace danger. More than one in 4 on-site workers think that their employer does not take skin cancer seriously and just over half (51%) have not been provided with health and safety training that alerted them to the dangers of skin cancer. Desiree Blamey, head of partnerships for Considerate Constructors Scheme, which champions construction worker wellbeing, says, 'We want to change behaviour to save lives. We recognise and reward sites that take skin safety seriously. Contractors need to show a clear, proactive approach to managing UV risk, just as they would any other hazard. 'A logo showing when UV levels get dangerous is a brilliant idea as it makes the risk impossible to ignore. We want UV safety to be second nature – like hard hats and harnesses - and are committed to driving real change around UV safety across the industry.'
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
EastEnders star teases huge storyline to run for months as Zoe Slater 'returns'
EXCLUSIVE: EastEnders actor Shane Richie has hinted at a major new storyline on the cards for Alfie Moon and Kat Slater amid a wedding for the pair, with the reports Zoe Slater is returning Alfie Moon actor Shane Richie may have shared hints at the rumoured EastEnders return of Zoe Slater. Speaking exclusively to The Mirror at The British Soap Awards 2025, the Walford legend revealed there were huge scenes on the way. He promised a massive new storyline that would top the soap's 40th anniversary. Not only that, but he revealed the storyline would run for months, continuing into next year. He remained coy over what and who the storyline involved, but teased "fireworks". He hinted it would involve Alfie and Kat, amid reports Kat's daughter Zoe will finally make her return to the show after decades. Michelle Ryan is tipped to reprise her role for the first time since 2005, so perhaps this is what Shane was referring to. Teasing all, Shane revealed new producer Ben Wadey had huge things planned for the show. The actor told us: "He has told me some things. I said let me sit down. "There's fireworks, there's Kat and Alfie. There is a story that is about to kick in, which will carry on through to after C hristmas. Honestly it's a big story. If you thought the 40th was big wait until you see this story. That's all I'm saying." Shane also told us about his hopes for a Spencer Moon return. Spencer was mentioned recently on the show after his partner Vicki Fowler made her own comeback after more than 20 years away. Now, Shane is hoping Alfie will be reunited with his brother but maybe not too soon. He explained: "I would like him to come back. One of my sons keeps in touch with Christopher [Parker], but he's a lawyer now. "He flies between LA and London. I would love to think that one day they might bring back Spencer, but so much is going on at the moment. Alfie could probably do without that." It comes amid The Sun reporting that Michelle Ryan would be reprising her role as Zoe, while the BBC soap have yet to confirm the news. According to the publication, a source claimed it was "the perfect moment" for the return and the timing "felt right". They said: "Bosses have repeatedly reached out to Michelle over the years, but the timing has never been quite right. People are still talking about her character, so it's a real coup to bring her back. "She feels like now is the perfect moment — and there was an exciting script on the table." It comes after other returns being teased in the coming weeks and months. Max Branning has been teased to make a comeback, as well as his son Oscar Branning. When asked by The Mirror about this, EastEnders cast members including Jacqueline Jossa and Scott Maslen declined to comment.
The Advertiser
4 days ago
- Business
- The Advertiser
Meet the regional Australian brothers who have debuted on the rich list
Two brothers from regional Victoria have made their debut on one of the country's most talked-about rich lists. Ballarat siblings Shane and David Young have landed on the AFR rich list with a combined wealth of $839 million. Their family-owned business, PETstock, was founded in 1991. In 2021, the brothers established parent company Petspiration to encompass their network of pet care brands, products and services. In 2022 Woolworths made a $586m offer to acquire part of the business and the rest is history. But the brothers, who have landed at number 182 on the list, are not the only regional movers and shakers. Canberra-born Sam Prince sits at 87 on the rich list with a fortune of $1.97 billion. In 2005, Prince was a 21-year-old medical student when he founded the Mexican restaurant Zambrero in the capital territory. Today, it has more than 300 stores around the world. Cotton On founder Nigel Austin, who started the clothing business at Beckley Markets in Geelong, is one of the list's most compelling regional success stories. Austin's first store was a tiny space in Geelong behind a butcher shop run by his grandfather. With 1370 stores around the world, Austin is worth a staggering $2.42 billion. Warracknabeal native Tim Heath has maintained his position on the rich list after his impressive debut in 2024. The Victorian crypto king is worth $2.46 billion. Mining services magnate Dale Elphinstone, who became Tasmania's first billionaire in 2019, has also scraped into the top 100 at 88 on the rich list. His Burnie-based empire distributes and services earthmovers, trucks and engines. John Casella and his family, who built their $2.38 billion fortune from the Yellow Tail wine brand, land at number 69 on the list. A vast winery near Griffith in NSW pumps out large volumes of Yellow Tail. The US is a key market for its wine and Donald Trump's tariffs will cause a headache for the business. Farming duo Roger and Gail Fletcher also made the list. The pair operates two sheep processing facilities, one in Dubbo and the other near Albany in WA. They export sheep meat, grain and cotton around the world. The pair grew up in Moree and have a combined wealth of $1.46 billion. Other regional Australians haven't fared so well. Construction mogul Wes Maas has fallen off the list after much fanfare in 2024 about his billion-dollar business. Canberra's Snow family has also tumbled down the rankings with their wealth dropping from $4.1 billion to $1.46 billion. Terry Snow, the Canberra Airport founder, died in August 2024. More than half of his estate, according to AFR, has been given to a charitable trust. Mining magnate Gina Rinehart remains the country's richest person with wealth totalling $38.11 billion. Harry Triguboff, Anthony Pratt, Scott Farquhar and Clive Palmer round out the top five in the AFR Rich List. Two brothers from regional Victoria have made their debut on one of the country's most talked-about rich lists. Ballarat siblings Shane and David Young have landed on the AFR rich list with a combined wealth of $839 million. Their family-owned business, PETstock, was founded in 1991. In 2021, the brothers established parent company Petspiration to encompass their network of pet care brands, products and services. In 2022 Woolworths made a $586m offer to acquire part of the business and the rest is history. But the brothers, who have landed at number 182 on the list, are not the only regional movers and shakers. Canberra-born Sam Prince sits at 87 on the rich list with a fortune of $1.97 billion. In 2005, Prince was a 21-year-old medical student when he founded the Mexican restaurant Zambrero in the capital territory. Today, it has more than 300 stores around the world. Cotton On founder Nigel Austin, who started the clothing business at Beckley Markets in Geelong, is one of the list's most compelling regional success stories. Austin's first store was a tiny space in Geelong behind a butcher shop run by his grandfather. With 1370 stores around the world, Austin is worth a staggering $2.42 billion. Warracknabeal native Tim Heath has maintained his position on the rich list after his impressive debut in 2024. The Victorian crypto king is worth $2.46 billion. Mining services magnate Dale Elphinstone, who became Tasmania's first billionaire in 2019, has also scraped into the top 100 at 88 on the rich list. His Burnie-based empire distributes and services earthmovers, trucks and engines. John Casella and his family, who built their $2.38 billion fortune from the Yellow Tail wine brand, land at number 69 on the list. A vast winery near Griffith in NSW pumps out large volumes of Yellow Tail. The US is a key market for its wine and Donald Trump's tariffs will cause a headache for the business. Farming duo Roger and Gail Fletcher also made the list. The pair operates two sheep processing facilities, one in Dubbo and the other near Albany in WA. They export sheep meat, grain and cotton around the world. The pair grew up in Moree and have a combined wealth of $1.46 billion. Other regional Australians haven't fared so well. Construction mogul Wes Maas has fallen off the list after much fanfare in 2024 about his billion-dollar business. Canberra's Snow family has also tumbled down the rankings with their wealth dropping from $4.1 billion to $1.46 billion. Terry Snow, the Canberra Airport founder, died in August 2024. More than half of his estate, according to AFR, has been given to a charitable trust. Mining magnate Gina Rinehart remains the country's richest person with wealth totalling $38.11 billion. Harry Triguboff, Anthony Pratt, Scott Farquhar and Clive Palmer round out the top five in the AFR Rich List. Two brothers from regional Victoria have made their debut on one of the country's most talked-about rich lists. Ballarat siblings Shane and David Young have landed on the AFR rich list with a combined wealth of $839 million. Their family-owned business, PETstock, was founded in 1991. In 2021, the brothers established parent company Petspiration to encompass their network of pet care brands, products and services. In 2022 Woolworths made a $586m offer to acquire part of the business and the rest is history. But the brothers, who have landed at number 182 on the list, are not the only regional movers and shakers. Canberra-born Sam Prince sits at 87 on the rich list with a fortune of $1.97 billion. In 2005, Prince was a 21-year-old medical student when he founded the Mexican restaurant Zambrero in the capital territory. Today, it has more than 300 stores around the world. Cotton On founder Nigel Austin, who started the clothing business at Beckley Markets in Geelong, is one of the list's most compelling regional success stories. Austin's first store was a tiny space in Geelong behind a butcher shop run by his grandfather. With 1370 stores around the world, Austin is worth a staggering $2.42 billion. Warracknabeal native Tim Heath has maintained his position on the rich list after his impressive debut in 2024. The Victorian crypto king is worth $2.46 billion. Mining services magnate Dale Elphinstone, who became Tasmania's first billionaire in 2019, has also scraped into the top 100 at 88 on the rich list. His Burnie-based empire distributes and services earthmovers, trucks and engines. John Casella and his family, who built their $2.38 billion fortune from the Yellow Tail wine brand, land at number 69 on the list. A vast winery near Griffith in NSW pumps out large volumes of Yellow Tail. The US is a key market for its wine and Donald Trump's tariffs will cause a headache for the business. Farming duo Roger and Gail Fletcher also made the list. The pair operates two sheep processing facilities, one in Dubbo and the other near Albany in WA. They export sheep meat, grain and cotton around the world. The pair grew up in Moree and have a combined wealth of $1.46 billion. Other regional Australians haven't fared so well. Construction mogul Wes Maas has fallen off the list after much fanfare in 2024 about his billion-dollar business. Canberra's Snow family has also tumbled down the rankings with their wealth dropping from $4.1 billion to $1.46 billion. Terry Snow, the Canberra Airport founder, died in August 2024. More than half of his estate, according to AFR, has been given to a charitable trust. Mining magnate Gina Rinehart remains the country's richest person with wealth totalling $38.11 billion. Harry Triguboff, Anthony Pratt, Scott Farquhar and Clive Palmer round out the top five in the AFR Rich List. Two brothers from regional Victoria have made their debut on one of the country's most talked-about rich lists. Ballarat siblings Shane and David Young have landed on the AFR rich list with a combined wealth of $839 million. Their family-owned business, PETstock, was founded in 1991. In 2021, the brothers established parent company Petspiration to encompass their network of pet care brands, products and services. In 2022 Woolworths made a $586m offer to acquire part of the business and the rest is history. But the brothers, who have landed at number 182 on the list, are not the only regional movers and shakers. Canberra-born Sam Prince sits at 87 on the rich list with a fortune of $1.97 billion. In 2005, Prince was a 21-year-old medical student when he founded the Mexican restaurant Zambrero in the capital territory. Today, it has more than 300 stores around the world. Cotton On founder Nigel Austin, who started the clothing business at Beckley Markets in Geelong, is one of the list's most compelling regional success stories. Austin's first store was a tiny space in Geelong behind a butcher shop run by his grandfather. With 1370 stores around the world, Austin is worth a staggering $2.42 billion. Warracknabeal native Tim Heath has maintained his position on the rich list after his impressive debut in 2024. The Victorian crypto king is worth $2.46 billion. Mining services magnate Dale Elphinstone, who became Tasmania's first billionaire in 2019, has also scraped into the top 100 at 88 on the rich list. His Burnie-based empire distributes and services earthmovers, trucks and engines. John Casella and his family, who built their $2.38 billion fortune from the Yellow Tail wine brand, land at number 69 on the list. A vast winery near Griffith in NSW pumps out large volumes of Yellow Tail. The US is a key market for its wine and Donald Trump's tariffs will cause a headache for the business. Farming duo Roger and Gail Fletcher also made the list. The pair operates two sheep processing facilities, one in Dubbo and the other near Albany in WA. They export sheep meat, grain and cotton around the world. The pair grew up in Moree and have a combined wealth of $1.46 billion. Other regional Australians haven't fared so well. Construction mogul Wes Maas has fallen off the list after much fanfare in 2024 about his billion-dollar business. Canberra's Snow family has also tumbled down the rankings with their wealth dropping from $4.1 billion to $1.46 billion. Terry Snow, the Canberra Airport founder, died in August 2024. More than half of his estate, according to AFR, has been given to a charitable trust. Mining magnate Gina Rinehart remains the country's richest person with wealth totalling $38.11 billion. Harry Triguboff, Anthony Pratt, Scott Farquhar and Clive Palmer round out the top five in the AFR Rich List.
Irish Independent
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Stars of the golden age of Hollywood recreated by Wicklow artist for stunning exhibition
The exhibition, by local artist Shane McCormack, features pencil portraits from that golden age and will appeal to both art collectors and admirers, and of course fans of a time when real movie legends were created – Lauren Bacall, Humphrey Bogart, Gary Cooper, Joan Crawford and Judy Garland. Shane McCormack was born in Dublin in 1970. After many years working in both animation and photography he went back to study visual art at Bray Institute of Further Education and graduated from IADT, in 2014. As a freelance illustrator specialising in portraits from film and TV, Shane has worked on licensed subjects like Star Wars, Star Trek, The Walking Dead and The Hobbit. His short film, The Hotel, which was screened as part of Culture Night last September, is a fascinating piece of social history focusing on the former Bray Head Hotel – a favourite of the stars when filming at Ardmore, and where scenes from Frank, Breakfast on Pluto and The Commitments were also shot. The notes for Shane's new exhibition offer a glimpse into the world of the Hollywood greats and a window into the creation of these fabulous pieces of art. 'Hollywood, the power of the image transcended mere representation; it became a force that defined and redefined cultural ideals, personal identity, and collective memory. Hollywood's golden age, with its meticulously crafted visuals, created a landscape where image was not just an aesthetic choice but a carefully constructed narrative. "The glitzy, glamorous depictions of stars on screen, as well as the staged publicity photos, offered an idealized version of life, full of elegance, strength, and romance. Yet, these images also served as a mirror to society, reflecting and shaping the norms and desires of the time. 'The manipulation of light, costume, and framing in early cinema served not only to enhance the storytelling but to elevate the star persona to almost mythical proportions. In an era before social media, these images were some of the few ways that audiences could form a relationship with the stars, and thus, their images became inseparable from their real lives. The image was both a mask and a truth, a carefully curated persona that could command admiration or critique. 'In examining vintage Hollywood, Shane is fascinated by how the photograph or film frame captures a fleeting moment, one that is forever frozen in time yet continues to evolve in its significance. What remains poignant is how these images continue to resonate today as artefacts of both escapism and aspiration, as well as reminders of the complexities behind the facade. The power of image in vintage Hollywood lies not just in its glamour, but in its ability to shape memory and influence culture long after the original light has faded. Through this exploration, Shane seeks to uncover the layers of artifice and authenticity that intersect in the history of cinema and visual culture.' Hollywoodland runs at Signal Arts Centre, Bray, from Monday, June 9 to Sunday, June 22.
