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Sunday World
2 days ago
- Sunday World
Vigil held for young man who was killed in Ballymun hit-and-run
Kevin Kelly (20s) died in the early hours of Saturday morning Kevin Kelly 'gentle' soul died after being hit by car in Ballymun A vigil was held on Sunday for a young man who was killed in a hit-and-run in Ballymun in the early hours of Saturday morning. Kevin Kelly was hit by a car on Balbutcher Lane, at around 4.55am in the morning. Gardai and paramedics responded to the scene where the Dublin man was pronounced dead. Friends and family gathered at Hollytree Square in Ballymun yesterday evening to pay tribute. Blue balloons were released into the sky as bikers performed wheelies on motorbikes. Today's News in 90 Seconds - June 30th A friend set up a GoFundMe to raise funds 'for our friend Kevin Kelly.' 'Anything yous can donate is much appreciated,' a short message on the page reads. So far, 60 donors have raised €1,625 of a €4,500 target. Described as 'one of the good ones' and a gentleman in tributes posted online, loved ones said he always 'had a smile on his face.' 'Little bro cant believe this. Know you since you were in nappies. nothing but a gent of a man and always showed respect still can't get me head around it kid,' one mourner said. Another added: 'What a young man you were Kev. What a pleasure it was knowing you, nothing but a kind and gentle soul. Rest easy bud, may you get the best bed.' Others described him as 'such a lovely young fella' and a 'lovely young man' and said his death was heartbreaking. 'Such a sound young fella may you rest in peace Kevin Kelly thinking of your family at this hard time such a young blood,' another friend said. Another woman who said she knew him since he was a child said: 'So sad so young…knew him since he was smal.. Never pass you by. Very mannerly always happy. Thinking of his family. 'Always remember him saying to me growing up at the shops when he seen me Kathy buy us a lollie. Rest in peace Kevin'. In a statement, An Garda Siochana appealed for any witnesses to come forward. 'Any road users or pedestrians who were in the vicinity of Balbutcher Lane and Balcurris Park areas of Ballymun, between 4:00am and 5:00am, and have camera footage, including dash-cam, are asked to make this available to investigating Gardaí,' they said. 'Anyone with information is asked to contact Ballymun Garda Station at (01) 6664400, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.'
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Farewell to a City faithful - Kevin de Bruyne special edition on sale now
To mark his amazing time at the Etihad Stadium, a special edition has been produced to celebrate his career with the Blues. Kevin de Bruyne is one of - if not the - greatest players to play for Manchester City. He leaves the club having won six Premier League titles, two FA Cups, five League Cups and a memorable Champions League victory! It will take some doing to beat that. To mark his amazing time at the Etihad Stadium, this special edition - KDB The King - has been produced to celebrate Kev's career with the Blues. With analysis from MEN City writers Simon Bajkowski and Tyrone Marshall, we look at what made him such a great player, the impact he had on the club over the last decade and his relationship with Pep Guardiola. We look back at his 10 best games in Blue, celebrate his title wins and hear from the City boss and a host of team-mates and football elite who give their views on what makes him so special. And we relive that unforgettable final game at the Etihad, with some brilliant images as Kev said farewell to the City faithful. Oooooooohhhh Kevin de Bruyne! Buy now and have it delivered directly to your door. Alternatively you can purchase in participating supermarkets, high street retailers and independent newsagents from July 2, 2025. Pre-orders will be dispatched from July 2. Please allow 5 working days for delivery.
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Man visits car boot sale and is floored by price of PS5 controllers
Car boot sales are known for offering bargain hunters an array of second hand and other unwanted items from clothing, books and toys, to cutlery, ornaments, games, soft furnishings and much more Car boot sales are a time honoured pastime that are particularly popular in the UK. They offer a fair-like atmosphere and see countless people sell an array of unwanted items, typically from the boot of their car. Usually, sellers pay a small fee up front in order to set up their stall and be permitted to sell the household and personal things they wish to part with to buyers. Bargain hunters can stock up on all manner of artefacts from clothing, books and toys, to cutlery, ornaments, games, soft furnishings and much more. Some people venture to car boot sales with the intention of stocking up on products to resell for a profit. One such person is Kev, who often shares his experiences on social media under the handle Kev the Reseller. In his TikTok biography, Kev states he's 'buying and selling everything' and visits 'car boots aplenty'. In a recent video, he documented a visit to a car boot where he spotted a pair of PlaySation 5 controllers on offer for an unexpected price. The footage captured Kev's interaction with the seller of the controllers. Starting the haggling process, Kev asked: 'How much are the controllers, please?' The woman selling said they were £5 each, so £10 for the set. Kev asked if they were still working, to which the woman confirmed they did work. After a brief chat, Kev asked if she'd be willing to sell them for £8, which she agreed to. A full price PS5 controller ranges in price depending on where you shop and what offers are available. A DualSense Wireless Controller matching the colour and design of the ones Kev picked up at the car boot sale is currently priced at £64.99 direct from the PlaySation website. Slightly cheaper versions are on offer at sites like Amazon, Argos and John Lewis - but none are available for £4 each. Continuing with his video, Kev explained in a voiceover: '£8 paid for the two controllers - I've got a few options on what to do now. 'I could take them straight to CeX and get £25 each in cash, so £42 profit straight away in my hand. 'Or, I could get £36 each in vouchers which I can then spend on an item in the CeX shop up to £72 and see if I can sell that on eBay to make a bit of profit, or I could just list them on eBay myself. 'The going rate seems to be about £40 to £45 so £80 to £90 maybe before fees then, obviously, that money would be mine.' He then asked his followers to share what they'd do in similar circumstances to him. In the comments section, people shared their thoughts - but several were unimpressed with his antics. One person said: 'She was giving [you] a bargain already and yet [you] still [weren't] happy and had to haggle her out of £2. Pathetic, really'. To which someone replied: 'Don't know if you noticed, but it's almost like she instantly said yes to the offer to me. I think if it's the tenner she wanted she would've said no.' Kev then added: 'I'm running a business to support my family, [pounds] count, and add up to a lot over the months and years, if you think that's pathetic then ok'. Another TikTok user suggested: 'Trade in CEX I reckon. They can test them out that way, saves you the hassle. If they don't work then you'll know and can sell as spares or repair.' Others were convinced the controllers must be faulty, so advised Kev to get them properly checked over.
Daily Record
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Man stunned by 'rare' £2 charity shop find and it's worth a small fortune
Kev was amazed when he stumbled upon a "rare" find and he can't believe the hefty sum it sold for online Charity shops can often be gold mines for those with a keen eye for hidden gems, as one ardent deal-seeker recently found out. Rooting around the board game shelf at his local charity shop, one man struck upon something rather unexpected. Kev, as he simply goes by online, couldn't wait to share his thrift store haul on TikTok, buzzing about snatching up a bargain for a mere £2. He declared: "You're never quite sure what you are going to find when you walk into a charity shop. But this one definitely surprised me." Monopoly sets are a familiar sight in second-hand shops, but Kev highlighted that it's the lesser-known editions that merit attention. With its release stretching back to 1935, Monopoly has spawned well over a thousand special editions, creating an enticing challenge for collectors scouring for something distinctive. As he delved deeper, Kev admitted: "I've never seen this Littlest Pet Shop version before." Hasbro, which also oversees Monopoly, owns the Littlest Pet Shop, known not just for its toys but as an animated series too, reports the Manchester Evening News. The reason Kev was taken aback by his discovery was simple: "There's good reason why - it's a pretty rare game." He mentioned the critical step of verifying whether all necessary components are in place. Luckily for Kev, his due diligence paid off splendidly. Victorious, Kev confirmed: "There they are - the four playable pieces that this game comes with - as well as what looks to be the complete set." When Kev presented his unpriced treasure at the counter, he casually asked how much it might cost. The response from the staff member was music to his ears: "Games are usually £2," she stated. "I'll take that then," Kev exclaimed joyfully, before announcing: "There we go - board game secured for £2 - absolute bargain." Upon getting back, Kev checked the contents of the game and was pleased to find it was "fully complete" and in "really, really good condition". Kev noted: "The playable characters, the cards, the money - it even had the discard cards in there - this has not been played with at all." Everyone was eager to know the actual value of the game. Kev showed an eBay screenshot indicating a similar Monopoly set had recently sold for a sizable £115.12. "It's exactly the same," he underscored, then revealed further prices. He disclosed another version sold earlier fetched £73.08 and one piece from the game astonishingly went for £52. "Pretty crazy," admitted Kev, mentioning there were no exact matches of his version currently up for auction. With optimism, he said: "Fingers crossed I should be getting that £115 or maybe a bit more." Another individual stated: "That is absolutely crazy... great find." While a third praised his eagle eye: "Wow! I would have completely bypassed this, thanks for the tip Kev! Cracking find." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
BBC News
24-06-2025
- Business
- BBC News
'We wouldn't be here if we didn't think we could win'
Vice-chairman Paraag Marathe insists the new investors are convinced they can deliver success at Monday, Rangers' new American owners got approval to invest £20m into the club, marking a significant moment in the Ibrox club's fresh who is a key figure given, in his own words to shareholders, he "has a deep expertise in running sporting organisations and turning them around".He is sure Rangers will be no different."The short, medium, and long-term goal is to win, and it's win the league, it's win cups, it's all of the above," he said after Monday's extraordinary general meeting. "So do we think we have what we need to win? Absolutely. We wouldn't be here if we didn't."Definitely have big belief in Kev and Russell to lead the football side, and this is about building the right foundation, and it's about doing it intelligently and thoughtfully. "It's not just about throwing money at it. Throwing money might solve something short-term, right? But this is about trying to build something that will last and outlast our 10 years with the club and keep Rangers on a great trajectory that it deserves to be on."
