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<p> Jane Cowan: "There’s something about having absent siblings when your parents are divorced that’s difficult to describe. In previous years, being passed between two houses throughout the festive season, was something I did with my siblings." Picture: Moya Nolan</p>

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Diary of a Gen-Z Student: All of my siblings have emigrated, I'll miss the Christmas family chaos

I know they’re having a ball, but, selfishly, I’d just like if it could be had a little closer to home

<p>Lifestyle medicine physician Kate McCann says she cringes when she sees youngsters out on bikes, scooters, or roller-blades with no helmets on — and Santy might need a reminder to include one. iStock</p>

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Parents urged to put safety at top of Santa's list this Christmas

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More than 40% of consumers feel financially worse off this Christmas

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Richard Hogan: Christmas songs are like time machines — hop in and enjoy the nostalgia

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Dear Dáithí: My brother thinks his presence is our real present every Christmas

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Social welfare payments: Here's when people will receive the Christmas bonus

The little workshop left behind: How Cork's toy soldier factory is battling to stay on the map

The little workshop left behind: How Cork's toy soldier factory is battling to stay on the map

Ireland’s only toy soldier factory says the N22 bypass has diverted crucial visitor traffic, threatening the future of its long-running Gaeltacht business

Sun, 30 Nov, 2025

Sick couple sneezing together covering mouth with wipes in a park

Up to 1,500 could be hospitalised with flu by Christmas week – minister

A new flu strain 'subclade K' now circulating in Ireland is said to cause more severe symptoms than previous strains of influenza

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025

How to listen to Christmas FM as festive station returns for 2025

How to listen to Christmas FM as festive station returns for 2025

Christmas FM returns at midday Friday, launching its latest ‘Magic of Christmas’ appeal to raise over €1m for children’s charities

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025

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Richard Hogan: In my experience, children who get everything come to enjoy nothing

I’m not suggesting we don’t give our kids anything, I’m saying that we should help them to also think about others at this time of immense gift receiving

Wed, 26 Nov, 2025

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Shoppers warned of Black Friday scams and to be aware of Vat on goods outside EU

Bank of Ireland urged consumers to beware of pop-up adverts on social media feeds or adverts about online marketplaces

Fri, 21 Nov, 2025

Cost-of-living crisis sees more middle-income families turning to charity

Cost-of-living crisis sees more middle-income families turning to charity

High food price inflation and increasing energy costs mean "it really could be anybody" seeking the support of the Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVP).

Tue, 18 Nov, 2025

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Dear Dáithí: I'll need to clone myself to cope with Christmas 'fun' without burning out

The house is full of gift sets, and boxes of chocolates squirrelled away for unexpected guests, and there are boxes of biscuits and festive drinks in the most random places

Mon, 17 Nov, 2025

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Safety charity urges parents to be cautious when buying smart devices for children

Devices can expose children to risks such as scams, grooming and sexual content, warns CyberSafeKids

Mon, 17 Nov, 2025

Cork Christmas parade goes ahead as council monitors weather closely

Cork Christmas parade goes ahead as council monitors weather closely

Cork City Council says no tidal flooding is expected as organisers confirm the Christmas parade will proceed despite wet conditions

Fri, 14 Nov, 2025

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Bernard O'Shea: 5 things to do in November for a head start on your New Year’s weight loss

Every year, I make the same promise: January is when I will sort myself out.

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

Darina Allen: How to make a light Christmas cake and a chocolate Yule log

Darina Allen: How to make a light Christmas cake and a chocolate Yule log

"I have to say I was properly impressed by the quality and have since sent in an order for several items to stock in our little Farm Shop, in Shanagarry."

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

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The fright before Christmas: Bird flu, turkeys, and the 'nerve-wracking' weeks ahead

Bird flu outbreaks in Carlow and Meath — the first recorded in poultry in the Republic since November 2022 — have turkey producers fearfully counting down the days to the holiday season

Sun, 09 Nov, 2025

Cork farmer warns of Christmas turkey shortage if more cases of bird flu occur

Cork farmer warns of Christmas turkey shortage if more cases of bird flu occur

It comes as the IFA's Sarah Hanley acknowledged that some turkey farmers may process their flock early for Christmas, which will mean turkeys this year will be smaller

Thu, 06 Nov, 2025

Cork gets into festive spirit with launch of 'Corkmas' Christmas celebrations

Cork gets into festive spirit with launch of 'Corkmas' Christmas celebrations

The second year of the parade will feature floats, marching bands, performers, and a special visit from the big man himself, Santa Claus, who will switch on the Christmas lights

Tue, 04 Nov, 2025

Ditch red and green: The five runway-inspired Christmas looks taking over Irish homes

Ditch red and green: The five runway-inspired Christmas looks taking over Irish homes

If you haven’t started thinking about decorations, we've done your homework for you. Here are all the catwalk-inspired ideas

Sat, 01 Nov, 2025

Colorful assortment of Quality Street chocolate wrapped in metallic foil, delicious candy produced and sold by Nestle company

Shrinkflation bites as boxes of Quality Street and Celebrations lose weight

Toblerone and Chocolate Orange also smaller this year after poor cocoa harvests in Africa raise cost of raw materials

Mon, 08 Sep, 2025

The Brehon Hotel & Spa: The ultimate luxury gift experience

The Brehon Hotel & Spa: The ultimate luxury gift experience

Discover luxurious accommodation, indulgent dining and bespoke spa treatments with a getaway to Killarney

Thu, 02 Jan, 2025

Flat-lay of friends eating and talking at festive Christmas table

Half of food bought for Christmas often left uneaten, survey shows

According to research, some 37% of Irish people feel the pressure to over-cater for Christmas gatherings

Fri, 27 Dec, 2024

The Mick Clifford Podcast: The Monk walks — Sean Murray

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Looking back at the big stories from 2024

Irish Examiner reporter Sean Murray joins Mick to chew over some of the big stories from 2024

Listen | Thu, 26 Dec, 2024

Increase as more than 800 children contact Childline over Christmas

Increase as more than 800 children contact Childline over Christmas

According to new data from the Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, 820 kids contacted the 24-hour helpline

Thu, 26 Dec, 2024

Esther McCarthy: My cup runneth over — why can’t I buy a solid sports bra that fits?

Esther McCarthy: My magical Cork Christmas movie plot

"“Bygob, if it isn’t young Sheelagh, back from the big schmoke, here to help her ailing father save the family farm,” [the elderly man] says, helpfully for the audience."

Wed, 25 Dec, 2024

Gareth O'Callaghan: Finding comfort in the mystery of grief during the Christmas season

Gareth O'Callaghan: Finding comfort in the mystery of grief during the Christmas season

As we grow older, we become more cynical, which is sad. Cynicism is not healthy, but, thankfully, strange things happen at Christmas that are beyond our control, writes Gareth O'Callaghan

Wed, 25 Dec, 2024

In Pictures: Thousands take to sea for Christmas Day swims in support of good causes

In Pictures: Thousands take to sea for Christmas Day swims in support of good causes

Thousands of swimmers took to the water for charity swims on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in conditions somewhat milder than in previous years.

Wed, 25 Dec, 2024

A Christmas spent lighting up the lives of others — one good deed at a time

A Christmas spent lighting up the lives of others — one good deed at a time

Arlene Harris talks to people who will spend their Christmas helping others in need, providing delicious meals, being on standby in case of emergencies, and even delivering gifts

Wed, 25 Dec, 2024

Secret Santas: Meet two very different men suiting up to bring magic and joy this festive season

Secret Santas: Meet two very different men suiting up to bring magic and joy this festive season

For around a month every year, these two secret Santas are the centre of attention at Christmas festivals and grottoes. They tell Ellie O'Byrne about the emotions and joy it brings, which makes it worth the year-round work it takes

Wed, 25 Dec, 2024

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Checked Luggage: Patrick Holloway writes the Irish Examiner's Christmas short story

"Christmas songs sour the room. Neighbours walk past their house in groups of hats and scarves. Kids skip. He wonders if his dad is in a coffin yet."

Tue, 24 Dec, 2024

'All I want for Christmas': What's on Cork pupils' Santa wishlist

'All I want for Christmas': What's on Cork pupils' Santa wishlist

Lego and Barbies are firm favourites with the first and second class pupils of St Finn Barre’s National School — Brussel sprouts not so much

Tue, 24 Dec, 2024

Watch: Richard E Grant among thousands arriving into Cork Airport for Christmas

Watch: Richard E Grant among thousands arriving into Cork Airport for Christmas

The actor is spending the holiday season with friends in Cork

Tue, 24 Dec, 2024

If you're dreaming of a white Christmas, keep dreaming

If you're dreaming of a white Christmas, keep dreaming

There's always next year...

Tue, 24 Dec, 2024

Irish Examiner view: A free and fair media is vital to a free and fair life

Irish Examiner view: A free and fair media is vital to a free and fair life

As we turn into a new year, we are witnessing, whether we like it or not, a huge decline in the effectiveness of those entities to bring to us news and reportage which is truthful, credible, and sustainable

Tue, 24 Dec, 2024

Fergus Finlay: This time of year, we all need something good to believe in

S Fergus Finlay: This time of year, we all need something good to believe in

Santa Claus is coming. If you believe, he can really help to ease whatever pain and heartache is hurting you, writes Fergus Finlay

Tue, 24 Dec, 2024

Pictures of Real Santa Claus's List He's Checking Twice

S Terry Prone: Santa’s old-fashioned parenting tricks for the naughty and the nice

Santa may be all ho ho ho and product placement but, when it comes right down to it, you know you shouldn’t cross him

Mon, 23 Dec, 2024

'No turkeys this year' for certain Limerick customers as Mary shuts up shop

'No turkeys this year' for certain Limerick customers as Mary shuts up shop

Mary Breen, who has for over 40 years reared free range turkeys at Cullen, has decided to call it a day

Mon, 23 Dec, 2024

The Toy Collectors: Model citizen relives ancient battles in miniature and through re-enactments

The Toy Collectors: Model citizen relives ancient battles in miniature and through re-enactments

Shane Kent's home is besieged by hundreds of soldiers all fully armed and ready for battle. But fear not, the armies are in fact tiny models of ancient warriors that Shane paints and customises in exquisite detail

Mon, 23 Dec, 2024

The Toy Collectors: 'My daughter loved her dolls, so they remind me of her'

The Toy Collectors: 'My daughter loved her dolls, so they remind me of her'

Carol Flanagan, 60, is now the owner of 70 dolls, a modest figure when compared to her earlier collection, which she estimates was in the hundreds

Mon, 23 Dec, 2024

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The Toy Collectors: 'You're never too old for dolls — or too young for models'

Sarah Horgan meets two very different toy collectors whose pastimes, while providing lots of joy, also spark their ambitions for the future

Mon, 23 Dec, 2024

The Toy Collectors: 'Trains are fantastic... everybody likes a train on Christmas Day'

The Toy Collectors: 'Trains are fantastic... everybody likes a train on Christmas Day'

Sarah Horgan experiences what is believed to be the largest train set of its kind in an Irish home, the models can be controlled by a total of three people at a time

Sun, 22 Dec, 2024

Magic moments: What's made Christmas Day special for Irish people over the years

Magic moments: What's made Christmas Day special for Irish people over the years

Ahead of the Christmas holidays, Deirdre McArdle asked 43 Irish people what makes the day special for them.

Sun, 22 Dec, 2024

SANTA HAT ON BEACH

The Christmas swims taking place around Ireland and how you can take part

The countdown to Christmas is definitely on — so if you're planning a seasonal dunk then check out this list which includes couple of handy pre-Christmas swims too

Sun, 22 Dec, 2024

What hours are Dunnes, Tesco, and M&S open over Christmas?

What hours are Dunnes, Tesco, and M&S open over Christmas?

For all those last-minute jobs and shop runs, here’s what you need to know about supermarket hours this Christmas

Sun, 22 Dec, 2024

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Mick Clifford: The children with the least deserve the most Christmas magic

The magic these children deserve is to have a place they can call home from which they can develop and grow and be better prepared to tackle the turbulent straits that life will inevitably throw up, writes Mick Clifford

Sun, 22 Dec, 2024

Phoebe Edmondson: 'When I walked up to the front door, it was what you see in all the movies'

Phoebe Edmondson: 'When I walked up to the front door, it was what you see in all the movies'

The Waterford-born interior designer and Instagram star shows her Boston home and reveals how to create the ultimate Christmas haven

Sat, 21 Dec, 2024

Christmas Trifle

Michelle Darmody: How to make this zabaglione trifle — and the mistakes to avoid

"Zabaglione adds a very tasty layer in place of a more typical custard. In fact the zabaglione can be served on its own if you do not have the time or energy to create a trifle."

Sat, 21 Dec, 2024

Brussels Sprouts Made Simple: Cook these holiday heroes quickly for a Christmas classic

Brussels Sprouts Made Simple: Cook these holiday heroes quickly for a Christmas classic

"...I adore deciding what we will do with these tiny little cabbages each Decemberm and understand why many have a deep dislike for the waterlogged sprouts of our youth..."

Sat, 21 Dec, 2024