As airports across the country emulate the opening scene from Love Actually, some family members sit at home still hoping that their loved ones will surprise them at any moment.

Although the Irish coffee was not specifically invented for the Christmas period, it has quickly become the traditional pick-me-up drink for many during these dark, cold and dreary evenings.

As nativity scenes take place in school halls around the country this week, we’ve been reminiscing about our tea towel wearing days.

Hundreds of donations have poured in at an Elementary School in Texas after a 7-year-old’s letter to Santa went viral.

In this cold burst of weather we’re having, hats, oversized scarfs and gloves are essential any time you step outside the house.

To celebrate the newest Star Wars film, The Last Jedi, Graham Norton hosted a very Star Wars themed line-up this week.

Tonight an all-male Irish ballad group will take to the stage as a finalist in Germany’s largest talent show, Das Supertalent.

Last night, Ed Sheeran made an appearance on Ireland’s beloved chat show, The Late Late Show.

Dublin-based best friends for almost 30 years, Michael and Matt plan to wed in order to avoid inheritance tax.

Santa pulled out all in stops this week and added the gift of ‘happily ever after’ to his list of lego and paw patrol related gifts.

From airports arrivals to family get-togethers, Christmas can be described as a magical time of year for most families.

Just as Ed Sheeran’s Perfect duet with Beyonce climbs the charts, he throws another in the mix - this time with Italian singer, Andrea Bocelli.

Nothing says Christmas like granting wishes and this has to be one of our favourite wishes so far.

Last week Dublin commuter, @AHoonter, found this wallet-sized photo on the floor on the 37 bus.

Coming home for Christmas is what the festive season is all about

On December 1 a four-year-old girl showed the world the real meaning of Christmas by donating three bags of her toys to a St. Vincent De Paul branch in Kilkenny.

Nowadays most Irish households opt for an artificial Christmas tree but there are some season lovers out there who love the smell of a real tree and make shopping for one a part of their family traditions.

Our gift generator will help you find that perfect present in just four clicks.

WARNING: Contains NSFW language.

"Growing up online is hard and all I can do is beg and encourage that you guys don't make the same mistake."

Tickets on sale next Friday December 1.

Florist hope the initiative will help promote and support independent florists in Ireland, who are in stiff competition with large supermarkets.

Her very first collection features five necklaces at a price of €75.

How fun does that snowglobe look?

Watch from 0.07 for dramatic effect.

The perrrrrrrrfect place for you to go those days where you’re not feline your best.

"Who is your one? Is she doing a line with your man?"

Urgh.

The Irish band have created a first-of-its-kind Facebook Live performance to their new song, Bear Claws

We've been there.

*WARNING: Contains NSFW language*

Now … before award season begins, let's get on thing straight - the pronouncation of Saoirse.

Da langers.

'I looked like the most patriotic flyer ever. I sat on the plane singing our national anthem, Amhrán Na bhFiann, for eleven hours straight,”

A musical that has been extremely popular with amateur musical societies around Ireland.

As gold statue’s go, it’s pretty impressive.

So far, the video has been live for eight hours and has already clocked up over 13m views.

It has now been reported that at least 14 people were killed and more than 100 were injured.

"Is he speaking a different language?"

And after rigorous training, team building exercises, make-up and dance lessons, they are reading.

The duo are both hoping to attend Trinity College in Dublin.

“Our poor staff are exhausted,”

Love is love.