Rita de Brún says it is cruel to call older women who date younger men ‘cougars’. They just want loving, fulfilling relationships.

The royal carpet to be rolled out for Michael D Higgins will be an even richer red than usual as Britain’s Queen Elizabeth has taken a special interest in how the President is treated during the state visit.

One of the most substantial land sales in north Cork this year is due up for auction some time in October, after a preliminary launch a month ago.

WHEN Queen Elizabeth II makes her historic State visit to Ireland today, will she greet President Mary McAleese in Irish? Her namesake, the 16th century Queen Elizabeth I, would have done so.

FANCY living like a lord on the banks of the River Blackwater? — then here’s your chance. Mallow Castle comes on the market this week with a €7 million-plus price tag.