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The Irish Sun
2 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
Heartbroken family of ‘sadly missed' young man, 22, who died after fatal Laois collision confirm funeral details
THE HEARTBROKEN family of a 22-year-old man who was killed in a single-vehicle collision in Laois have confirmed his funeral details. Colm Lynch O'Sullivan, 22, who lived in Cloncourse at Ballaghmore, Co Laois, tragically passed away on Thursday, June 26, after a He was originally from Roscrea in Co Colm's death is the 81st fatality on In a heartbreaking funeral notice, his family said: "Colm passed tragically on the 26th of June, 2025. "Pre-deceased by his sister Grace. Dearly loved son of Olive and Con. READ MORE ON NEWS "Sadly missed by his brothers Brendan and Tomas, aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, niece, extended family and all his friends." Colm will repose in Tierney's Funeral Home in Roscrea on Sunday evening from 4pm to 7pm. Requiem Mass will be held at 11am on Monday in St Molua's Church in Ballaghmore. Burial will follow afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Most read in Irish News The funeral mass can be viewed on the funeral notice, where the link will be available for those unable to attend. The tragic man has been remembered as "a larger than life character" and "a gentle soul" in heartbreaking tributes that have been pouring in. Gardai and RSA measures aimed at driving crash deaths on Irish roads A close friend wrote: "Heartfelt condolences to Olive, Con, Tomas, Brendan relatives and many many friends at the untimely passing of your dearest Colm. "Colm will always be remembered as a larger than life character and would always lit up the corridors of CCR. "So grateful to have cherished memories of the school years with Colm and honoured to be his friend. Rest in peace Colm." Another person said: "Sincere sympathy to Con, Olive, Tòmas and Brendan on the tragic loss of Colm. "Colm was a real gentleman and always so good humoured. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May Colms gentle soul rest in the arms of Jesus." A mourner added: "Deepest sympathy to the Lynch and O'Sullivan family on the sad loss of your dear son Colm. "Taken too soon he will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by his many friends and all who knew him. May his gentle soul rest in peace. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. WITNESS PLEA A garda spokesperson said: "Gardai are appealing for witnesses to the incident to come forward. "Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) from the area between 3am and 3.30am are asked to make it available to Gardai. "Anyone with information is asked to contact Portlaoise Garda Station on (057) 8674100, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station. "Investigations are ongoing." 1 Colm tragically passed away after a fatal crash in Laois Credit:
Mint
10 hours ago
- Business
- Mint
This new Ahmedabad restaurant puts a fresh spin on clean eating
Ahmedabad's F&B scene is flourishing, and is driven by a young, affluent population, a growing appetite for new culinary experiences, and the presence of varied restaurants, cafes, and pop-up experiences. In the midst of this bustling setup stands Union, a contemporary vegetarian restaurant that aims to shake things up by spotlighting clean eating. Founded by Harshvardhan Sheth and Ishit Patel, the kitchen is helmed by the renowned chef-restaurateur couple Viraf Patel and Prakriti Lama Patel. 'The dining scene in Ahmedabad is evolving rapidly. The amount of exposure and travelling means people are not stuck to traditional cuisine," Prakriti says. 'Our market research revealed a massive shift; people here are now much more open to new tastes and varied flavours." Ahmedabad is still finding its footing in the realm of clean and conscious eating, but there's a growing curiosity for food that is lighter, more ingredient-driven, and transparent in its sourcing. The two founders chose to partner with Viraf and Prakriti on account of past experiences and 'memorable meals at restaurants like Olive, Smoke House Deli and The Salt House". Born and raised in Kolkata, Sheth has an MBA in finance and is working towards completing his chartered accountancy course. Patel, who has studied engineering and worked in advertising, has always felt most at home in a kitchen. 'The demand for pure vegetarian cuisine remains consistently high in the city, supported by a strong local customer base and a growing number of tourists," Sheth says. The menu draws inspiration from European classics with hints of simple Mediterranean and Asian flavours — all reimagined through a local lens. 'I trained and apprenticed in Switzerland, and my cuisine is steeped in traditional European-style techniques. So the dishes differ from traditional Indian offerings, which are typically more focused on the process that creates the sauce (dal or gravy)," says Viraf. In European cooking, the protein is always the star and is complemented by the starch and the veggies, he informs. Prakriti adds they decided to use the European concept and focus on the vegetables as the star. 'We use various processes and textures to let them shine. For example, in the carrots with tamarind yogurt, oven-roasting brings out the sweetness of the carrots, the charring adds another taste profile, and the sour yogurt balances the sweetness," says Viraf. The idea was to allow people to taste the vegetables in a different manner, as they are meant to be, 'not masked in spices and curry". Viraf and Prakriti have worked across India and internationally. They opened Across, a Mumbai restaurant that focuses on the flavours of the Himalayas last year, and Oito, which celebrates the harvest of the sea and the land, in Goa recently. 'We've been consciously incorporating seasonal produce, everything from vibrant heirloom tomatoes and peak-season pumpkin to fresh, local fruits. We are now working with local sitara chillies to make a Middle Eastern-style chilli paste with oil and garlic that we will use on our chilli cheese toast," he says. The menu is also designed considering how people eat today, a preference for smaller plates that allows for variety and sharing: truffle and mushroom arancini, spice-dusted corn ribs, jalapeno, cheddar and lemongrass cutlets, crispy spring rolls, and water chestnut wontons are a few. There's a lot to choose from. A corn and kaffir lime soup that blends classic French techniques with bold Asian flavours, a roasted beetroot carpaccio featuring a creamy goat milk feta alongside vibrant orange segments, sweet potato noodle salad, and jalapeño cheddar and lemongrass cutlets with Thai spices. A congee risotto marries the traditional risotto and comforting congee, infused with spicy, crunchy, and fresh elements. For dessert, a crispy stroopwafel comes with a custard cream base, and is topped with seasonal fruit, which is currently mango. Special attention is also given to heirloom rice varieties of the region, reinforcing their philosophy of celebrating local bounty. The chef offers his take on what would be the ideal meal at Union — 'I'd start with the chickpea hummus served with our stone-baked homemade pita —simple, fresh, and full of flavour. I'd move on to the crispy stroopwafel paired with arugula and smoked scamorza. For mains, the Union Lasagne with lentil bolognese is a hearty, comforting choice. And to finish, an indulgent chocolate and tofu mousse." The restaurant is currently working on collaborations with local artists and designers to celebrate the ethos of the space. They will also host chef's tables bringing in guest chefs. Prakriti says Ahmedabad's vegetarian culture offered an opportunity to reimagine what vegetarian dining could be — bold, creative, and inspiring.'Our aim was to create food that feels both comforting and surprising — familiar ingredients presented in unexpected ways." Teja Lele writes on travel and lifestyle.
Irish Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Irish Daily Mirror
Tributes pour for 'lovely young man' who died in Laois road accident
Tributes have poured in for a 'lovely young man' after he tragically died in a car crash in Laois. Colm Lynch-O'Sullivan, aged in his 20s, sadly lost his life following a single vehicle road traffic collision at Ballaghmore, Borris-in-Ossory, Co. Laois in the early hours of Thursday morning. Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to the collision on the R445 at approximately 3.15am, but tragically Colm, the sole occupant of the car, was pronounced dead at the scene. Colm will be remembered by his loving parents Olive and Con, as well as his adoring brothers and many extended family members and many friends. Tributes have poured in from far and wide for the young man following his passing. One mourner wrote: 'Terrible sad to hear of Colm's tragic passing, such a lovely young man. May he rest in peace.' Another penned: 'I wish to express my Sincere Sympathies and Condolences to the Lynch and O'Sullivan Families at this Sad time. Rest In Peace Colm you have been taken much too young.' A third added: 'Heartfelt condolences to Colm mother, father, brothers, friends and extended families on the truly heartbreaking loss of a life so young and precious. 'May all of the happy times you shared with Colm bring you some joy in the times ahead. Rest in peace. Thinking also about the first responders who attended to Colm'. While one more wrote: 'Sincere sympathy to Con and Olive on sudden death of your son Colm thinking of you both at this difficult time my heart goes out to you both may his gentle soul rest in eternal peace'. Colm's funeral arrangements will be released in time. May he rest in peace. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the collision to come forward. A Garda spokesperson said: "Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) from the area between 3am and 3.30am are asked to make it available to Gardaí. "Anyone with information is asked to contact Portlaoise Garda Station on (057) 8674100, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station." The Irish Mirror's Crime Writers Michael O'Toole and Paul Healy are writing a new weekly newsletter called Crime Ireland. Click here to sign up and get it delivered to your inbox every week
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
Home Bargains' olive tree will instantly elevate a bare corner of your home & there's a cute wicker basket to pop it in
IF you want to elevate your home in seconds, you may wish to pop to Home Bargains. A shopper has been raving about their olive trees which look very realistic and could be the perfect edition for your lounge. Advertisement 5 A Home Bargains shopper showed how they picked up an olive tree from the shop Credit: Tiktok/@lucyrobinson__ 5 Lucy showed the tree looking chic in her home Credit: Tiktok/@lucyrobinson__ 5 Home Bargains also has a wicker basket for the tree to go in Credit: Alamy Lucy Robinson, who posts under She shared: 'Run to Home Bargains for this olive tree. 'Home Bargains has the perfect olive tree. It's so affordable for the size.' The faux olive tree costs £39.99 and you can also pick up a wicker basket to put it in to complete the look. Advertisement More on Home Bargains Lucy added: 'It's just what I needed to fill this space.' She showed it in the corner of her lounge, and it looked very stylish indeed. If you are looking for a slightly cheaper option, Home Bargains also has a 120cm version for £19.99. The description reads: 'Bring a touch of the Mediterranean to your space with our stunning 120cm Home Collections Olive Tree. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous 'This lifelike artificial plant comes ready potted and requires zero maintenance, making it the perfect indoor or outdoor companion.' Many people rushed to the comment to praise her olive tree find. 6 ways to get the biggest bargains in B&M One said: 'It looks great.' Another added: 'Obsessed with olive trees.' Advertisement OLIVE TREE CRAZE It's not the only faux olive tree on the market. Shoppers are rushing to get their hands on a The budget retailer is offering affordable ways to bring a touch of the Med into your home. The Advertisement 5 The Livarno Home Artificial Olive Tree is selling for £20 at Lidl Credit: LIDL 5 Dunelm's Artificial Olive Tree in Woven Basket Plant Pot is priced at £100 Credit: Dunelm Lidl claims the small tree is a "detailed replica with natural colours". It stands 118cm tall and comes in a pot with an 18cm diameter. Advertisement Meanwhile, Ikea is selling a 149cm "This artificial plant is made of plastic, of which at least 50% comes from recycled materials," the Swedish retailer claims. On the pricier end is Dunelm's version, costing £100. Advertisement For those after a statement piece, Costco is offering a 5 things you didn't know about Home Bargains Home Bargains was founded by Tom Morris It's official name is TJ Morris Ltd but trades as Home Bargains The first store was opened in Liverpool in 1976 Around 30% of the stores range comprises clearance lines There are 575 stores nationwide
CBS News
18-06-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Your home's interior paint colors could boost its sale price by this much, Zillow says
Home sellers hoping to get the highest price for their listing should pay particular attention to room paint colors, among other aesthetic considerations that can drum up interest among buyers. Why? Color selection can boost a home's sale price by almost $2,600, according to a new report from real estate marketplace Zillow. The hottest kitchen color right now is olive green, according to the survey of thousands of homebuyers. Various shades of muted green in a home's kitchen — its hearth — can generate more buyer interest, Zillow found. House hunters are even willing to pay up to about $1,600 more for a kitchen with cabinets in the elegant green tone, according to Zillow's analysis. "Olive green is a timeless, grounding color that evokes a sense of calm and sophistication," Sue Wadden, Sherwin-Williams director of color marketing, said in a statement. Sherwin-Williams paint shades in the earthy color family include "Ripe Olive," "Secret Garden" and "Succulent." An olive green kitchen can boost a home's sale price, according to research from Zillow. Image courtesy of Sherwin-Williams Sellers seeking top dollar for homes they're looking to off-load would also do well to set aside their own aesthetic preferences in the most personal of rooms — the bedroom. Classic navy walls are most desired by buyers, who are willing to pay an estimated $1,815 more for a home that features navy blue in the bedroom, according to Zillow's research. "Navy blue is a classic that adds depth and elegance," Wadden said. "It works well in both traditional and modern spaces and can act as a neutral when styled correctly." Staging a home by removing one's personal belongings, and bringing in a pro to help viewers imagine a residence's potential, can boost sale prices and reduce the amount of time a listing sits on the market, benefitting sellers, research from the National Association of Realtors shows. Zillow also found that buyers tend to prefer dark gray living rooms, versus lighter colors. A dark neutral color can boost a buyer's offer by about $2,600, according to the analysis. Bright, playful colors, by contrast, might draw attention but tend to turn off buyers. A lemon yellow kitchen or scarlet red bedroom, for example, can shave a home's sale price by thousands, according to the study.
