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The DIY guide to a family holiday in Lapland —  for a significantly lower price
The DIY guide to a family holiday in Lapland —  for a significantly lower price
After an unforgettable one-night package holiday to Lapland in 2015, Vickie Maye returned for a smaller price tag, snapping up direct flights from Dublin. So just how does a DIY trip compare to all-inclusive?

Wed, 25 Sep, 2024

In Pictures: Orthodox churches begin Christmas celebrations
In Pictures: Orthodox churches begin Christmas celebrations
Christmas is under way for Christians following Orthodox traditions. In Ethiopia, crowds gathered to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ while Egypt’s Coptic Christians also went to church to mark the feast day.

Sun, 07 Jan, 2024

Thousands take the plunge across the country to raise funds for good causes 
Thousands take the plunge across the country to raise funds for good causes 
Thousands of sea swimmers togged off and braved the elements for Christmas Day swims across the country, with more expected to brave the bracing waters today

Tue, 26 Dec, 2023

In Pictures: Christmas celebrations around the world
In Pictures: Christmas celebrations around the world
Christians around the world have been marking Christmas Day although it was a muted day in Bethlehem, where the conflict in Gaza has overshadowed festivities.

Mon, 25 Dec, 2023

In Pictures: Christmas celebrations begin worldwide but are muted in Bethlehem
In Pictures: Christmas celebrations begin worldwide but are muted in Bethlehem
Christmas celebrations were getting under way across the world although in Bethlehem the ongoing conflict in Gaza cast a large shadow over festivities in the Holy Land.

Sun, 24 Dec, 2023

Emotional scenes as families reunited for Christmas at Dublin Airport
Emotional scenes as families reunited for Christmas at Dublin Airport
More than 1.6m passengers are expected to fly through the capital's airport over the entire Christmas period

Thu, 21 Dec, 2023

Preparing Turkey for Thanksgiving Dinner
Life Hack: Five kitchen hacks to make Christmas cooking a breeze
From dry turkeys to potatoes at risk of going cold, here are some of the best ways to avoid stress in the kitchen this Christmas 

Wed, 20 Dec, 2023

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People spending less but borrowing more this Christmas
Irish shoppers expect to spend €1,030 this year, down from €1,186 in 2022

Tue, 05 Dec, 2023

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Sustainable Christmas: How to save energy this festive season
Here are seven quick and easy ways to save power and cut your household bills

Sun, 03 Dec, 2023

Eleven Christmas experiences and festive family days out that you can book now
Eleven Christmas experiences and festive family days out that you can book now
There are plenty of festive experiences across the country open for bookings this Christmas

Fri, 01 Dec, 2023

Christmas FM returns to the airwaves this week with round-the-clock festive hits
Christmas FM returns to the airwaves this week with round-the-clock festive hits
The station will be switched on at midday on November 28

Mon, 27 Nov, 2023

Penneys, Dunnes and more: Here's where you can get matching Toy Show pyjamas 
Penneys, Dunnes and more: Here's where you can get matching Toy Show pyjamas 
Get Toy Show ready with these festive PJs

Wed, 22 Nov, 2023

Christmas adverts 2023: John Lewis releases much-anticipated festive film
Christmas adverts 2023: John Lewis releases much-anticipated festive film
It may only be November, but the first batch of Christmas adverts have landed on TV screens

Thu, 09 Nov, 2023

Cork to get new immersive light experience as city prepares for 'Corkmas'
Cork to get new immersive light experience as city prepares for 'Corkmas'
Preparations are underway for Christmas in Cork city, and this year Bishop Lucey Park will not have its usual display

Wed, 08 Nov, 2023

Tesco CEO Ken Murphy poses for a portrait outside a Tesco store in Britain
Tesco shares rise 4% as it raises full-year profit forecast 
Chief executive said he anticipated food inflation would continue to fall in the second half

Wed, 04 Oct, 2023

Technology stock
Consumers selling gift vouchers as cost-of-living crisis bites
Facebook groups for swapping supermarket vouchers are helping parents to feed their children, say group administrators

Wed, 18 Jan, 2023

Irish Examiner view: Deaths during blizzard in US due to a collision of nature and fate
Irish Examiner view: Deaths during blizzard in US due to a collision of nature and fate
It appears that under-resourced public services in the US were unable to deal properly with the historic snow and ice storm

Thu, 29 Dec, 2022

Upset woman sitting on couch alone at home
Childline answers 600 calls and messages in three days
The ISPCC says that many young people feel lonely, stressed and upset around Christmas time, with post-Covid anxiety also a factor

Mon, 26 Dec, 2022

Irish Examiner view: In praise of all the workers
Irish Examiner view: In praise of all the workers
Festive break

Mon, 26 Dec, 2022

Terry Prone: Raise a glass (and maybe a tasty turkey sandwich) to slobs on St Stephen's Day 
Terry Prone: Raise a glass (and maybe a tasty turkey sandwich) to slobs on St Stephen's Day 
On the second day of Christmas, every family in Ireland replaces the elf on the shelf with the slouch on the couch

Mon, 26 Dec, 2022

Colm O’Gorman: How to make the ultimate Christmas leftover sandwich
Colm O’Gorman: How to make the ultimate Christmas leftover sandwich
Plan a brunch party over Christmas with this menu plan from Colm O’Gorman

Sun, 25 Dec, 2022

Christmas tree cupcakes decorated with sugar sprinkles
Caitriona Redmond: A Christmas cake alternative plus my handy make-ahead stuffing
If you fancy traditional flavours without the large price tag, there are some options 

Sun, 25 Dec, 2022

In Pictures: Thousands brave the cold for Christmas Day charity and memorial swims
In Pictures: Thousands brave the cold for Christmas Day charity and memorial swims
In Cork, swims took place at several popular beaches including Myrtleville, Garrylucas, Rosscarbery, Fountainstown, Courtmacsherry and Inchydoney near Clonakilty

Sun, 25 Dec, 2022

Watch: Hollywood star Michael Fassbender appears in Killarney school's Christmas video 
Watch: Hollywood star Michael Fassbender appears in Killarney school's Christmas video 
The A-list actor and singer-songwriter Paddy Casey made guest appearances in the comedy video released by St Oliver's NS

Sun, 25 Dec, 2022

The two sides of Bethlehem
The two sides of Bethlehem
The story of the nativity is central to the Christmas season and each year thousands of people visit Bethlehem to see where Jesus is said to have been born. However, Bethlehem is also home to 25,000 Palestinians who live in the shadow of a separation wall. They cannot move freely, struggle to maintain a livelihood, and cannot return to their ancestral villages.

Sun, 25 Dec, 2022

Egypt Christmas Eve
In Pictures: Christmas celebrations around the world
A selection of photos from Israel to India and Cairo to South America, where people have been celebrating Christmas at church services and with other traditions

Sun, 25 Dec, 2022

Winter storm leaves Irish in Canada struggling to get home for Christmas
Winter storm leaves Irish in Canada struggling to get home for Christmas
Some homebound passengers did make it on to flights back to Ireland but others are facing disappointment 

Sat, 24 Dec, 2022

Season’s greetings from the end of days
Season’s greetings from the end of days
Ben Dillon laments the holly jolly hell of last-minute Christmas shopping

Sat, 24 Dec, 2022

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Christmas thoughts: Happy Christmas to you all and to our Ukrainian guests and friends
Today, Christmas Eve, marks 10 months since Russia commenced its grotesque .

Sat, 24 Dec, 2022

Mother thanks kind garda for lift home after being stranded with car full of Christmas presents on dual carriageway
Mother thanks kind garda for lift home after being stranded with car full of Christmas presents on dual carriageway
Lift home in patrol car will be 'the highlight of the school holidays' for kids 

Fri, 23 Dec, 2022

Darina Allen's perfect Christmas turkey recipe plus all the trimmings for a stress-free feast
Darina Allen's perfect Christmas turkey recipe plus all the trimmings for a stress-free feast
Follow Darina Allen's step-by-step guide to a stress-free Christmas dinner

Wed, 21 Dec, 2022

'We cannot allow Putin steal our Christmas': Ukraine shows faith and defiance in the face of fear
'We cannot allow Putin steal our Christmas': Ukraine shows faith and defiance in the face of fear
Kyiv's mayor has insisted on putting up the city's Christmas tree this year and POLINA BASHKINA hears from families preparing to celebrate even amid the Russian bombardment

Wed, 21 Dec, 2022

Ukrainian children thank Killarney community with handmade Christmas cards
Ukrainian children thank Killarney community with handmade Christmas cards
“They wanted to thank the local community for all the support and kindness shown to the Ukrainian people," said Ukrainian community worker Natalya Krasnenkova.

Tue, 20 Dec, 2022

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Over 100 Irish gifts for €50 and under, including more than 50 for €25 or less
The ultimate gift guide if you're conscious of your budget this Christmas

Mon, 19 Dec, 2022

'Santa doesn’t come to some households unless we help out': Bringing Christmas joy to Cork children
'Santa doesn’t come to some households unless we help out': Bringing Christmas joy to Cork children
St Vincent de Paul's annual toy drive is more meaningful this year than ever, with one in five children in the State now living in enforced deprivation. Liz Dunphy meets the SVP Santa's elves

Sat, 17 Dec, 2022

Cropped photo of hands giving Christmas present
Joyce Fegan: Forget the one-size-fits-all festive narrative and do what works for you
Just like Shane MacGowan and Kirsty MacColl's enduring work of art, Christmas, like life, is a bit more shades of grey than one red-and-green colour palette fits all

Fri, 16 Dec, 2022

Temperatures to rise this weekend before further cold snap in Christmas week
Temperatures to rise this weekend before further cold snap in Christmas week
Temperatures are set to rise this weekend before gradually decreasing again throughout next week, according to Met Éireann.

Thu, 15 Dec, 2022

Irish Examiner view: Libraries remind us  that the best things in life are often free
Irish Examiner view: Libraries remind us  that the best things in life are often free
This message should be front and centre at this time of year, yet  it has become obscured in a tide of unabated materialism.

Thu, 15 Dec, 2022

100-year-old at Limerick Christmas lights switch-on says key to looking young is 'soap and water'
100-year-old at Limerick Christmas lights switch-on says key to looking young is 'soap and water'
Great great grandmother has lived in Limerick all her life and says there's 'longevity' on the female side of the family

Wed, 14 Dec, 2022

Why a vegetarian Christmas doesn’t have to mean boring beige food
Why a vegetarian Christmas doesn’t have to mean boring beige food
Food writer Heather Thomas tells Prudence Wade how to nail plant-based festive dishes this year

Wed, 14 Dec, 2022

Is there anything as romantic as kissing under a parasitic poisonous plant?
Is there anything as romantic as kissing under a parasitic poisonous plant?
Servant classes in Victorian Britain are said to have popularised the link with kissing. A man was allowed to kiss any woman who stood under the mistletoe, and if she refused, this would bring her bad luck.

Tue, 13 Dec, 2022

Taoiseach denies Eamon Ryan 'asleep at the wheel' over Dublin Airport 'chaos'  
Taoiseach denies Eamon Ryan 'asleep at the wheel' over Dublin Airport 'chaos'  
Opposition criticises transport minister as 'lessons of the summer go unlearned'

Tue, 13 Dec, 2022

Soup Recipes: How to make Catherine Fulvio's comforting Christmas-inspired soup 
Soup Recipes: How to make Catherine Fulvio's comforting Christmas-inspired soup 
This recipe freezes well, so make a batch of it!

Tue, 13 Dec, 2022

Babbs Mill Park incident
Irish Examiner view: Our hearts go out to the families who lost their children in Solihull
The tragic deaths also remind us to hold our children tight and urge them to take care in wintry weather

Tue, 13 Dec, 2022

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