A new analysis of covid-19 in Ireland during 2020 and 2021 indicates 1,100 excess deaths in those years, the Society of Actuaries in Ireland has said. This follows earlier publications from different bodies on excess deaths — the difference between observed and expected deaths — during the pandemic years. Covid restrictions — such as travel bans and mandatory mask-wearing and social distancing — were a 'potentially significant factor' in the lower number of excess deaths in 2020. In January, the Department of Health published findings from the OECD indicating no excess deaths between 2020 and 2022 for Ireland. The Central Statistics Office published data in 2022 indicating 3,533 excess deaths here during 2020-2021.

4/5 starsStreamingStream of the week: Clipped Disney+, streaming now​Are you ready to see Jay Pritchett as the bad guy? Korean Fried Chicken Rhapsody Netflix, streaming now A charming docuseries that does a deep dive into Korea’s current food scene, which largely revolves around their preferred pastime of scarfing chicken and beer. Taped at Harlem’s Apollo Theatre, comedy meets therapy as Wayans works through his grief after recently losing both of his parents. The Price of Nonna’s InheritanceThe Price of Nonna’s Inheritance Netflix, streaming now In a world of hard-hitting foreign-language offerings — like the recently released Raising Voices (from Spain) and A Part of You (Sweden) — Netflix sometimes throws us a curveball. Behold this cheeky little Italian jape where a family detests their nonna’s choice of prospective husband so much, they’re willing to murder him.

Franchise Brands expects annual earnings to be towards the top end of forecasts, but has delayed the release of its accounts due to auditing issues. Franchise Brands said that following the takeover and consequent increase in market capitalisation, it became an 'Other Entity of Public Interest' - a business of significant public interest to stakeholders. Listed on the AIM market, Franchise Brands controls over 625 franchisees across the UK, Europe and North America. Its B2B division comprises Metro Road, Metro Plumb, commercial kitchen services business Filta, and water pump installation provider Willow Pumps. Franchise Brands shares were 1.7 per cent up at 192.8p on early Monday afternoon and have risen by around a fifth so far this year.

GSK says it will appeal a US court ruling allowing more than 70,000 lawsuits to go forward, amid disputed claims its heartburn drug Zantac has links to cancer. The FTSE 100 drugmaker told investors on Monday it will 'immediately seek an appeal' following Delaware judge Vivian Medinilla's decision, adding that the firm will 'vigorously defend itself against all claims'. On Friday, Judge Medinilla ruled that scientific experts will be granted permission to present the case that GSK's drug Zantac may cause cancer. Many retail giants, including Walgreens and Walmart, began withdrawing Zantac from the shelves in 2019 due to cancer fears. Valadez had alleged that her cancer was a result of taking over-the-counter Zantac and generic versions of it from 1995 to 2014.

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Murder investigation launched after death of woman in her 80sBy Jonathan McCambridge, PADetectives have launched a murder investigation following the death of a woman in her 80s in Co Down. An 85-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the woman’s body was discovered at a property in the Hawthorne Court area of Bangor. A PSNI spokesperson said: “Police received a report of the death of a woman at a house in the Hawthorne Court area of the city shortly after 5.30pm on Sunday, June 2. “On arrival, officers located the body of a woman in the living room area of the property. “Sadly, the woman was pronounced dead at the scene, and inquiries are at an early stage in order to determine exactly what has happened.”The spokesperson added: “An 85-year-old man was arrested at the property on suspicion of murder.

Investigation launched after protesters disrupt Simon Harris election canvass in MayoBy Jonathan McCambridge, PAGardaí have confirmed they are investigating after Simon Harris was reportedly pushed and jostled while on the campaign trail in Co Mayo. A small number of protesters targeted the Taioseach while he was canvassing in both Castlebar and Westport on Sunday. A Garda spokesman said: “Gardaí in Mayo are investigating all the circumstances of events which occurred in Westport, Co Mayo, yesterday, 2nd June 2024. “An Garda Síochána has no further comment at this time.”Speaking on Sunday, Mr Harris said he would not be deterred from campaigning. “But I think we should continue to amplify the fact that most people in this country are decent.”

The 932-tonne structure was transported to the west-facing freight port following a one-day journey from Cork in Ireland, where it was built. The cranes will help accommodate increased demand from cargo owners, and support growth in transatlantic trade, as well as future proof the port. Jim McSporran, port director at Peel Ports Clydeport, said: “It’s a really special moment to welcome the first of our two new cranes to the Port of Greenock. A naming competition for the cranes was launched by Peel Ports Clydeport in partnership with Inverclyde Council, with the winners announced earlier this year. Reduce your Capital Gains Tax bill by splitting assets with other halfThis article appears as part of the Money HQ newsletter.

The SDLP representative became the first black mayor of a council in Northern Ireland on Monday night when she accepted the Derry City and Strabane District mayoral chain from her predecessor Patricia Logue. The 42-year-old, originally from Kenya, described herself as a “Maasai woman and a Derry girl”. Lilian Seenoi-Barr (Liam McBurney/PA)“Many of you know that I am deeply proud of my Maasai heritage, rich with culture and tradition. “I will be a mayor for everyone, one who will be accessible and one who will lead with hope. He said: “As the city’s first openly gay Lord Mayor, I want Belfast to be a place where everyone feels welcomed and included.

I've been investing monthly into a Fidelity stocks and shares Isa across four different funds for the past 25 years. What I've found is that Fidelity (and other big stocks and shares fund providers) still don't allow partial Isa transfers. Transfer barred: Fidelity won't allow this reader to make a partial transfer out of their stocks and shares Isa, which was part of their plan for retirementSo my options are:1. Sell it all to cash, transfer out somewhere friendly, partial transfer-out some money and transfer back into Fidelity again. This seems strange and there is nothing about what criteria the sales team will use to approve partial transfers.

One-year gap in NHS record: 'It would seem without a 23-year-old payslip I don't have a leg to stand on'I joined the NHS Pensions scheme in March 1987 as a student nurse. I had subsequent jobs in management positions all with the NHS until December 2016 when I left the UK to live in Ireland and my NHS pension contributions stopped. I have contacted NHS Pensions and resurrected the request, sent paperwork, copies of the emails, and letters from NHS Pensions acknowledging the problem, but they always have a reason why it can't be sorted. After this I was told by the NHS Pensions person I spoke to the only thing left to do was to complain to NHS Pensions. Your experiences are a reminder to everyone to check that their pension scheme has accurate information about their work history.

Brian Crum. LE Candidates Q&A: Brian Crum (Independent Ireland)Kinnegad LEA1. Tell us a bit about yourselfMy name is Brian Crum, I’m married to Wendy – we have three children, Megan, James, and Andrew, and we live in Multyfarnham. What I see as the big issue in my area is that north Westmeath has been forgotten about. The Kinnegad LEA is in north Westmeath but it has been forgotten by the bigger parties in government, both at a national and local level.

John O’Shea’s audition goes on – talking points as Ireland face HungaryBy Damian Spellman, PAJohn O’Shea will send the Republic of Ireland into friendly battle with Hungary on Tuesday night with one eye on the future despite not knowing if he will have a part to play in it. The interim boss, who also took charge of March’s fixtures against Belgium and Switzerland, will be at the helm once again as Ireland prepare for the new Nations League campaign, which gets under way against England in September. Here, we take a look at some of the talking points surrounding the game at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium. In their absence, Leicester’s 21-year-old frontman Tom Cannon could be handed a senior debut after helping his club win promotion to the Premier League. Szmodics, who made his senior international debut against the Belgians in March, qualifies for the Magyars through his grandfather, but admitted earlier this year that Ireland was always his focus.

Here, the PA news agency takes a look at some of the talking points surrounding the game at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium. Going for goalsRobbie Keane scored a record 68 goals in 146 appearances for Republic of Ireland before his retirement from international football in 2016 (Niall Carson/PA)Since the retirement of record goalscorer Robbie Keane in 2016, Ireland have been far from prolific. In their absence, Leicester’s 21-year-old frontman Tom Cannon could be handed a senior debut after helping his club win promotion to the Premier League. Sliding doors moment for SammieSammie Szmodics (left) made his senior Republic of Ireland debut against Belgium in March (Lorraine O’Sullivan/PA)In-form Blackburn striker Sammie Szmodics will hope to line up against Hungary knowing he could have been doing so for the opposition. Szmodics, who made his senior international debut against the Belgians in March, qualifies for the Magyars through his grandfather, but admitted earlier this year that Ireland was always his focus.

Teen in critical condition after single-vehicle crash in MayoA teenager is in a critical condition following a single-vehicle crash in Mayo in the early hours of Monday morning. The incident happened shortly before 4am on the N5 at Deerpark near Swinford. The occupants of the car, five males all in their teens, were taken from the scene by ambulance to Mayo University Hospital. Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this collision to contact them. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Ballina Garda Station at 096 20560, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.