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Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
'Phenomenal, scary, immense, awesome' David Clifford has RTE pundits drooling
The pundits are quite literally running out of superlatives for Kerry superstar David Clifford after another spellbinding display art Croke Park. The Fossa attacker landed 0-9 from play to tear Donegal's All-Ireland dream apart and he looks certain to land another Footballer of the Year award. With a brilliant supporting cast in the All-Ireland final, led by his brother Paudie, David Clifford ran amok and stunned Donegal with three two pointers in the first half alone. Tomas O Se said recently that Clifford was the greatest footballer of all-time and he certainly wasn't changing his mind after the final display at Croke Park. Asked if he was the greatest by Jacqui Hurley on The Sunday game, O Se replied: "I think he is, without doubt. "He does stuff on good and bad days. He is playing in an era where defences are physically so strong and zonal defences are so organised. "We all said in Kerry when he was blasting 2-8, 2-9 in minor games - wait til he gets to senior. He's doing the exact same at senior level with the best defences in the country. "I think he is the greatest of them all like. We wouldn't like to give him a big head, like," smiled O Se. "(Peter) Cavan, Mikey (Sheehy), Gooch (Colm Cooper), whoever it is like, I think he's on a level. He's judged differently as well." Dublin's six-time All-Ireland winner Paul Flynn backed up that view. He said: "I think that's across the board now. To lead this team the way he has this year is just the cap stone. The rules have given him a new life, given him space. Nine points on average, it's a sick joke really. It's phenomenally good.." Mark McHugh, brother of Donegal star Ryan and an All-Ireland winner himself in 20012, said the prospect of Clifford was scary for the rest of the country right now. "I think he's actually getting better and that's the scary part of this whole thing. He's got leaner this year and the new rules are suiting him to the ground. "The one good thing for Donegal coming up here today, at least they got to watch him play." "It was a joy to watch," said Mayo ladies GAA legend Cora Staunton on The Sunday Game. "It's poetry in motion. His first two points were two pointers. "Everything he did was just immense. At times he was drifting out, he was just brilliant. He had 12 or 13 possessions, nine points from play. I think he was a man possessed all year, he had that fight and aggression. That's 8-62 this year. Averaging nine pints a game, he's just phenomenal. "We talked two weeks ago about him being the greatest of all time. Without doubt, in the All-Ireland final today, he's certainly the greatest footballer at 26 years of age. Five All Stars already, two footballers of the year and probably another couple of awards coming at the end of the year as well." Kerry's David Clifford celebrates with his son Ogie and the Sam Maguire Cup Tyrone All-Ireland winner Enda McGinley was in full agreement. "(Brendan) McCole didn't do a lot wrong. He went for a face to face marking job but Clifford took off and cut that tight behind his Kerry teammate that McCole had to step off two metres otherwise he would have been hit by the screen of the laying off Kerry player. That gave him his metre or two for his score. He was so efficient, so sharp, he was awesome." Ciaran Whelan was quick to point out the role of his brother Paudie. The playmaker had an astonishing 76 possessions in the final. "He is the quarter-back. He was on so much ball, it was nearly criminal from a Donegal perspective," said the Dublin hero. 'He has a bit of everything. He gives, he goes, he can score. He's physically strong. You can see in his interview, he's a leader in the group too. He's the conductor in the orchestra. I think he has it all. "David is the best we have seen. He is a very different type of player."
North Wales Live
23-07-2025
- Health
- North Wales Live
Yorkshire nan cleared up grandson's skin 'in four days' with special ingredient
Skincare is a top priority for many, with most people prioritising their skin health as part of a dedicated beauty regime. However, finding the right products that won't cause irritation can be a challenge and often leads to frustration. But now, an unexpected brand has emerged from the heart of Yorkshire. 47 Skin, named one of the UK's fastest-growing privately held businesses by The Sunday Times 100 List for two consecutive years, offers a range of products featuring their unique ingredient - Silver Chitoderm. In 2024, the brand ranked 52nd on the list, and in 2025 it landed at 55th - marking a significant milestone as the founder Nic's father had also made the same list back in 2003. Silver Chitoderm, exclusive to 47 Skin, forms an invisible barrier when combined with silver, killing 99.9% of the bacteria that causes breakouts, according to the brand. Nic, the founder of the brand, explains that he had been battling blemishes for over a decade before a surprise parcel from his grandmother changed everything, reports the Mirror. He shared: "I'd tried what felt like every single product and treatment under the sun and spent thousands of pounds. Nothing worked. I even resorted to medication which led to a short period of depression. But in January 2017, Grandma sent me a pot of cream through the post with a handwritten note urging me to try it. I was sceptical, but to my complete surprise it cleared my spots and blemishes in just four days." He added: "I was so amazed with the results that I tracked down and partnered with the scientist behind the formulation. Now our mission is to spread the word through our range of incredible products and skin-positive community. At 47 Skin, we understand exactly how spots, blemishes and skin concerns can make you feel from the inside out." There are a range of products available for shoppers, including the Anti-Blemish and Scar Repair Everyday Cleanser for £29, which is used to help promote clearer skin, and leaves skin feeling silky soft and hydrated. Another option is the Anti-Blemish and Scar Repair Silver Mask for £24 which is designed to soothe, brighten and reduce redness and inflammation. There's also a best seller, the Anti-Blemish and Scar Repair Serum for £29, which naturally soothes and protects skin and leaves it feeling soft and hydrated and another product is their Anti-Blemish and Scar Repair Daily Moisturiser for £34 which is a lightweight, oil-free daily moisturiser. However, if this brand doesn't suit everyone, alternatives such as The Ordinary Essentials Bundle for £28.20 from Boots could be considered. This bundle includes a natural moisturising factors and hyaluronic acid daily moisturiser, a hyaluronic acid 2% and B5 hydrating serum, a squalane cleanser suitable for all skin types, and a niacinamide 10% + zinc 1% oil control serum. Another option could be the Medik8 Blemish SOS 15ml from LookFantastic for £25, which is a fast-acting gel that dries invisibly and leaves no residue. 47 Skin has received high praise from shoppers, with one customer, Anna, stating in June 2025: "I love 47 skin and would recommend anyone with blemish prone skin to use it. I wish when my breakouts were bad as a teenager that 47 skin existed honestly." Another customer named Gioia said: "It's the clearest my skin has looked in over 10 years." However, there were mixed reviews on Trustpilot, with one person saying: "It's made no difference at all to my skin after a month of using it." Zoe shared her positive experience: "I really tried everything possible.. I tried a few different brands which didn't make much difference, then my friend recommended 47Skin and I absolutely love it! The quality is so good and I notice such a difference in my skin! I used to be so self conscious about going make-up free in summer/at the beach and now I feel so much more confident - definitely recommend!" 47 Skin products are available on their website.
The Herald Scotland
27-06-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Glasgow activewear brand tops Sunday Times 100 list
This year The Sunday Times 100 excludes companies that sell their own technology, which now feature in the sister table, The Sunday Times 100 Tech, which was launched in January 2025. DFYNE made £66.8 million in sales in the 12 months to May 2025, a staggering 517% average annual growth in the last three years. It sells cleverly-designed clothes for women and men, who like to go to the gym, all over the world. DFYNE employs 128 people at its headquarters in Glasgow and for founder, 32 year-old Oscar Ryndziewicz, this is the third business he has launched. READ MORE: Mr Ryndziewicz started the company using his girlfriend's credit card £5,800 limit. In an interview with The Sunday Times, he reflected on the success of his business, saying: 'There is always a bit of luck involved and anyone who has done well who says otherwise is not really telling the truth. But if you don't try you are never going to get lucky.' The research for The Sunday Times 100 found on average the top 100 fastest-growing companies have increased their sales by 111% a year over the last three years to a combined £3.4 billion in sales. This figure is up by £500 million year-on-year, with the 2024 top 100 fastest growing companies achieving £2.9 billion in sales. In total these companies employ 15,300 people, having created 10,500 new jobs in the last three years, with all of them planning further hires in the next 12 months - equating to around 5,300 additional roles. Out of the 100 companies featured in the ranking more than a third (36) are based in London, with the rest spread through-out the country. Alongside DFYNE, two other Scottish companies made the list in Heating and insulation installer Green Home Systems and restaurant chain Maki & Ramen. DFYNE employs 128 people at its headquarters in Glasgow Green Home Systems made £16.8m in sales in the twelve months to May 2025, a 106% average annual growth in the last three years. Meanwhile, Maki & Ramen made £18.9m in sales in the twelve months to May 2025, a 67.65% average annual growth in the last three years. Jon Yeomans, business editor of The Sunday Times, said: "The Sunday Times 100 is the definitive annual ranking of Britain's fastest-growing private companies and demonstrates the remarkable entrepreneurial spirit thriving across Britain. DFYNE's meteoric rise is a testament to the power of innovation and resilience in the private sector. It's inspiring to see how these businesses are not only achieving phenomenal growth, but also creating thousands of new jobs and opportunities." Mo Syed, Head of Barclays Private Bank and Wealth Management UK and Crown Dependencies, said: 'We are proud to be the lead sponsor of The Sunday Times 100 Fastest Growing Companies once again. This prestigious ranking celebrates the innovation, ambition and resilience of Britain's entrepreneurs – qualities that we at Barclays Private Bank are privileged to support. As these dynamic businesses scale and evolve, we're committed to being the trusted partner for their strategic wealth, investment and succession planning, supporting them at every stage of their personal and business journey.' The research for the Sunday Times 100 was conducted by our business reporters, in partnership with Beauhurst, a source of private company data. As well as a dedicated online hub and print supplement, The Sunday Times 100 also hosts a series of networking events for participants. To be included on the list companies have to be registered in the UK and be independent, unquoted and ultimate holding companies. Sales growth is measured by compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the latest three financial years. Annualised sales have to exceed £250,000 in the base year and not show a drop from the penultimate to the latest year, in which total sales must exceed £5m.
Scottish Sun
16-05-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
David and Victoria Beckham's colossal net worth revealed as pair hit landmark figure in Sunday Times Rich List
Find out how much the pair are worth as they join the list of the country's 350 wealthiest people SPEND IT LIKE BECKHAM David and Victoria Beckham's colossal net worth revealed as pair hit landmark figure in Sunday Times Rich List DAVID and Victoria Beckham are among the richest people in the UK according to The Sunday Times Rich List. The Beckhams' net worth has grown considerably since last year, with the couple now valued at £500million. 4 The pair have an estimated net worth of £500 million Credit: Getty 4 The family have been back in the news following rumours of a feud Credit: Getty This year's list marks the largest drop in billionaires in the guide's 37-year history, with just 156 making the list compared to its peak of 177 in 2022. The list reveals the country's 350 richest individuals who share a net worth of £772.8 billion, a three per cent decrease from last year. It evaluates factors including identifiable wealth like land and property, assets like art and racehorses, as well as shares in publicly quoted companies. It does not include bank account figures. David and Victoria Beckham have made the list after amassing a net worth of £500 million. After marrying in 1999, the Beckhams have remained in the public eye with regular public appearances. The pair amassed their wealth across their successful entertainment careers, with David Beckham's high-flying football career matched by Victoria Beckham's thriving music group as part of the Spice Girls. In the years since, David has continued as a prominent voice in the football industry, owning Inter Miami with a group of investors since 2020. The club's value soared to $1 billion according to Forbes after they signed Lionel Messi. He also has an income source from his stake in Authentic Brands, the world's largest sport and entertainment licensing company which owns Reebok, Juicy Couture and Ted Baker, as well as the rights to the estate name and image of celebrities like Elvis Presley, Marilyn Monroe and Mohammed Ali. Brooklyn Beckham returns to social media after snubbing his dad David's 50th birthday celebrations amid 'feud' After Authentic bought a 55 per cent stake in David's brand management firm DB Ventures in 2022, he was thought to have made £160 million, plus stock in the company worth £80 million. His remaining 45 per cent stake in his own brand is worth around £200 million. He has also become an ambassador for brands like Tudor watches, EA Sports, Adidas and Nespresso, as well as the controversial 2022 Qatar World Cup. Victoria, known as Posh Spice during her girl group years, has launched a successful monikered ready-to-wear fashion and beauty brand. After 14 years of losses, the fashion label began to turn around in 2022 as a decline in losses meant the company made revenue of £58.8 million, a 44 per cent increase on 2021's £40.9 million. Sales further improved in 2023 according to investor Neo, with a 50 per cent increase, making Victoria's goal of reaching £100 million in revenue seem more viable. 4 Victoria and David married in 1999 Credit: Getty 4 Victoria's fashion and beauty brand has seen a growth in profit over the last few years Credit: Getty The pair also regularly appear in adverts, including the Uber Eats advert broadcast during the Super Bowl in February 2024. Their collective property portfolio is worth around £90 million and includes a £50 townhouse in west London, a mansion in the Cotswolds and a five-bedroom penthouse in Miami designed by Zaha Hadid. In addition, they own a superyacht named Seven after David's number on his Manchester United and England Shirts, which is worth around £16 million. The family have been in the public eye again recently following rumours of a feud with son Brooklyn and his wife Nicola. The feud apparently began when Brooklyn did not attend David's 50th birthday celebrations - as Brooklyn in turn was unhappy that his younger brother Romeo's girlfriend Kim Turnbull was invited. For the fourth year in a row, Goji Hinduja and family have topped the list, with the investors sharing a net worth of £35.304 billion. They suffered a fall of £1.892 billion from last year's survey. The minimum entry level for the list flatlines at £350 million. Other celebrities who made the list include Ellen Degeneres, Charlotte Tilbury, Ed Sheeran and Brewdog Founder James Watt. The biggest faller in 2025 was Ineos founder and Manchester United part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe who saw his wealth decline by around £6 billion for the second consecutive year. He is seventh on the list with a wealth of around £17 billion Meanwhile, the biggest risers were the Russian-born brothers Igor and Dmitry Bukhman who built a fortune on mobile games such as Gardenscapes and Fishdom, who saw their wealth almost double to £12.5 billion.
Express Tribune
03-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Philosophy of life
Synchronicity Films has optioned the rights to Alexander McCall Smith's Isabel Dalhousie book series, also known as The Sunday Philosophy Club. Andrea Gibb is set to adapt the internationally popular novels for television, with All3Media International handling distribution. The crime drama will follow the intellectually curious philosopher and ethics editor as she gets drawn into mysteries beyond her professional scope. Tattooist of Auschwitz' Producer Synchronicity Adapting Alexander McCall Smith's Isabel Dalhousie Series for TV Bestselling author Alexander McCall Smith's beloved Isabel Dalhousie series—also known as The Sunday Philosophy Club—is heading to television. Synchronicity Films, the production company behind The Tattooist of Auschwitz, Mayflies, and The Cry, has secured the rights to adapt the internationally popular novels. Screenwriter Andrea Gibb (Miss Austen, Mayflies) has been tapped to bring the series to life, while Media International will handle global distribution. The show, envisioned as a returnable crime drama, will follow Isabel Dalhousie, a fiercely independent philosopher and editor of the Journal of Applied Ethics. Though neither a detective nor a police officer, Isabel's deep sense of morality and insatiable curiosity drive her to investigate mysteries that, as the official description notes, 'should, quite frankly, be none of her business.' 'I am thrilled to be adapting the adventures of Alexander McCall Smith's delightful amateur sleuth, Isabel Dalhousie, for television,' said Gibb. 'She is a fascinating character with a tenacious curiosity driven by a strong moral code and a faith in philosophical thinking, making this series incredibly appealing to dramatize.'
