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Caitríona Redmond: How to make your home tech risk-free

From fridges to Furby, smart devices can be a security risk, here's how to limit the threat

'Saoirse Ronan wrote a letter asking me to star in her short film — my heart burst'

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'Saoirse Ronan wrote a letter asking me to star in her short film — my heart burst'

Budget, finance and senior couple with calculator planning financial investments, mortgage and tax papers. Elderly woman countin

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Dáithí Ó Sé: I raised our children but now my husband wants me to live off my smaller pension

Saturday with Hector Ó hEochagáin: I want people to be proud to use the cúpla focal

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Saturday with Hector Ó hEochagáin: I want people to be proud to use the cúpla focal

Wedding of the Week: Cork-Kerry couple on top of the world after Aussie summit proposal

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Wedding of the Week: Cork-Kerry couple on top of the world after Aussie summit proposal

Aidan Quinn: 'It doesn’t take much for me to want to go back to West Cork'

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Aidan Quinn: 'It doesn’t take much for me to want to go back to West Cork'

Drunk friends fell asleep after party at home.

Gen Z Diary: Suffering a hangover with friends? That’s a bonding exercise

My reputation couldn’t handle too many people having access to that kind of insight into the depths of my soul

Fri, 06 Nov, 2026

'Being diagnosed with Bell’s palsy as a teenager was my body’s way of telling me to slow down'

'Being diagnosed with Bell’s palsy as a teenager was my body’s way of telling me to slow down'

Actress and soloist Katie Rose Weir began experiencing the first alarming symptoms of Bell’s palsy, a condition that causes sudden weakness in the muscles on one side of the face, at a time when she needed to be in top form. She tells Helen O’Callaghan about the experience, the key approaches that got her through it and what she has learned

Thu, 05 Nov, 2026

Frustated mature couple sulking after dispute on their bed

Bernard O'Shea: A frustrated middle-aged wife writes... and I respond

In which our columnist turns Agony Uncle for the day, and addresses a woman's issues with her annoying husband

Thu, 05 Nov, 2026

Halcyon Gallery, London, November 24th 2015. Mayor of London Boris Johnson joins celebrities and business leaders at Mayfair?s H

Celebrity hairstylist John Frieda dies aged 75

Frieda’s stepdaughter, Asia Agnelli Lagrange, also confirmed his death on social media.

Wed, 04 Nov, 2026

Watch: Fiona Shaw and Pierce Brosnan throw lavish Christmas party for Burberry campaign

Watch: Fiona Shaw and Pierce Brosnan throw lavish Christmas party for Burberry campaign

The video opens with Cork actress Shaw inviting her and Brosnan’s guests to the historic English estate, Longleat House.

Wed, 04 Nov, 2026

West Cork couple tie the knot in American TV surprise: 'I kept the secret for months'

West Cork couple tie the knot in American TV surprise: 'I kept the secret for months'

Bantry sweethearts were the first couple to get married on ‘The Jennifer Hudson Show’ with the host acting as celebrant — and the bride had no idea until that day, writes Breda Graham

Wed, 04 Nov, 2026

My life with Sinéad Burke: The office can be very disabling, we help make it more accessible

My life with Sinéad Burke: The office can be very disabling, we help make it more accessible

I was lucky enough to have the chance to collaborate with Met curator Andrew Bolton through my accessibility consultancy Tilting the Lens.

Tue, 03 Nov, 2026

John Lewis Christmas advert

Watch: Kristin Scott Thomas stars in festive John Lewis ad with toy dog Pickles

The ad is set to a Sam Fender cover of You Can’t Always Get What You Want by The Rolling Stones

Tue, 03 Nov, 2026

Hand holding medicine box in pharmacy drugstore.

Are you taking regular medicines? This advice could save you money

If you use the DPS scheme, you may be interested to hear that it allows for the dispensing of a 13th month of certain medicines in a year.

Mon, 02 Nov, 2026

Ryan Tubridy confirms he and wife Dr Clare Kambamettu are expecting a baby

Ryan Tubridy confirms he and wife Dr Clare Kambamettu are expecting a baby

'We’re beyond excited'

Sun, 01 Nov, 2026

Passenger airplane flying above clouds during sunset

Dear Dáithí: My partner is ready to move home from Australia... I want to stay

At the weekend, my partner suggested we start looking at return flights and making a plan for moving back, but I've fallen in love with Sydney

Sun, 01 Nov, 2026

Saturday with Olympian Sophie Becker: A lot of my life is giving 100 percent

Saturday with Olympian Sophie Becker: A lot of my life is giving 100 percent

Irish sprinter Sophie Becker has represented Ireland twice in the Olympic games

Sat, 31 Oct, 2026

Wedding of the Week: Cork-based couple fall for simple autumn ceremony

Wedding of the Week: Cork-based couple fall for simple autumn ceremony

Finola Cooke, Dunhill, Co Waterford, and Maurice O'Donovan, Ballinlough, Cork City, who were married at Hayfield Manor Hotel, Cork

Sat, 31 Oct, 2026

Feasting, folklore and fire on a Púca trail inspired in part by the words and ways of Manchán Magan

Feasting, folklore and fire on a Púca trail inspired in part by the words and ways of Manchán Magan

Fáilte Ireland has declared Ireland the home of Hallow'een, and a programme of festivals and events have been launched to showcase Samhain. Vickie Maye visits the Púca festival in Co Meath

Fri, 30 Oct, 2026

Gen Z Diary: A tourist joined my sister in taking photos of me with my diploma

Gen Z Diary: A tourist joined my sister in taking photos of me with my diploma

Last week, my college chapter officially ended as I attended my graduation ceremony. It was an exciting day, if a little nerve-wracking

Fri, 30 Oct, 2026

EE BAFTA Film Awards 2023 – Red Carpet Arrivals

Star Trek and X-Men actor Patrick Stewart dies aged 86

The actor shot to fame when he originated the role of Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation in 1987

Thu, 29 Oct, 2026

'My brother Martin's kidney transplant journey inspired me during my Catalina Channel sub-16-hour swim'

S 'My brother Martin's kidney transplant journey inspired me during my Catalina Channel sub-16-hour swim'

Maura Twomey became the oldest person to successfully cross California’s Catalina Channel in a sub-16-hour swim last summer, earning the Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming while raising funds for the Irish Kidney Association. She tells Helen O’Callaghan why she did it and what kept her going during the demanding swim

Thu, 29 Oct, 2026

Family-friendly Halloween events in Cork to add to your calendar this weekend

Family-friendly Halloween events in Cork to add to your calendar this weekend

Here are some family-friendly events to enjoy this Halloween weekend

Thu, 29 Oct, 2026

Male and Female Digestive System Concept

Bernard O'Shea: Finance, gut health... here are four things I only pretend to understand

I've reached an age where admitting I haven't a clue is easier than pretending I do

Thu, 29 Oct, 2026

Davy Fitzgerald: The man who always said yes is finally making room for himself

Davy Fitzgerald: The man who always said yes is finally making room for himself

The Ireland’s Fittest Family coach reflects on family, ambition and changing his approach to management as he considers life beyond hurling

Wed, 28 Oct, 2026

My Life with Marie Gleeson: A year after my baby died, I took command of the LÉ Aoife

My Life with Marie Gleeson: A year after my baby died, I took command of the LÉ Aoife

I’ve always felt like wherever Ciarán is he is looking down on me. That’s why I always want to make him proud

Wed, 28 Oct, 2026

My Wedding Day with Catherine Mahon-Buckley: I was into women’s rights so we took each other's surnames

S My Wedding Day with Catherine Mahon-Buckley: I was into women’s rights so we took each other's surnames

I wanted Ted to take my maiden name and I would take his. The only way you could do that at the time was by deed poll, so we would have had to go to a solicitor’s office and sign the documents there

Tue, 27 Oct, 2026

Ballymaloe co-founder Rory O’Connell ties the knot with sweet detail

Ballymaloe co-founder Rory O’Connell ties the knot with sweet detail

The wedding was attended by fellow chef and cookbook author Clodagh McKenna and Rory's niece-in-law, fellow cookbook author Rachel Allen

Tue, 27 Oct, 2026

'My mum asks me to come home all the time': Why we joined the exodus from Ireland

'My mum asks me to come home all the time': Why we joined the exodus from Ireland

Almost 70% of young Irish people are considering moving abroad. Arlene Harris talks to some who already made the leap to find out why they did it

Tue, 27 Oct, 2026

Elderly man moving into a new apartment with the help of his son

Dear Dáithí: We finally had our freedom and now our son wants to move home

I was taken aback when my son and his girlfriend asked if they could move in with us while they save a deposit

Mon, 26 Oct, 2026

John Burke: You have to develop memories like a muscle — rote learning is a memory exercise

John Burke: You have to develop memories like a muscle — rote learning is a memory exercise

Allergic to algebra or scared of seanfhocail? A new book might help with your fading memories of primary school, writes Noel Baker

Mon, 26 Oct, 2026

Don Conroy and a lifetime of inspiring creativity: 'I think there is a war on beauty'

Don Conroy and a lifetime of inspiring creativity: 'I think there is a war on beauty'

Chani Anderson joins artist Don Conroy to discuss nature, art, the passing of time — and the release of his latest book, ‘The Artist Within’

Sun, 25 Oct, 2026

Saturday with opera singer Niamh O'Sullivan: I practice singing upside-down and running up stairs

Saturday with opera singer Niamh O'Sullivan: I practice singing upside-down and running up stairs

Niamh O'Sullivan says she tests her voice first thing in the morning

Sat, 24 Oct, 2026

Wedding of the Week: West Clare whirlwind wedding after an initial encounter in Dubai

Wedding of the Week: West Clare whirlwind wedding after an initial encounter in Dubai

Edel Hickey, Tipperary, and Matthew Barber, Merseyside, Liverpool, who were married at the Armada Hotel, Co Clare

Sat, 24 Oct, 2026

Desire Lines: This luxury lambswool coat is at the top of our wishlist

Desire Lines: This luxury lambswool coat is at the top of our wishlist

Plus the supermarket treat you can't help but add to your trolley

Sat, 24 Oct, 2026

Tony Mahon: 'Losing a child is a bereavement that goes on forever, ever, ever'

Tony Mahon: 'Losing a child is a bereavement that goes on forever, ever, ever'

For Cork father and former company director Tony Mahon, 2012 was the worst year. His wife, Elma, was diagnosed with cancer in June and his youngest daughter, Alma, tragically passed away within a month, aged just 24. The 74-year-old talks to Helen O’Callaghan about living with grief and the importance of seeking support

Fri, 23 Oct, 2026

Gen Z Diary: Last-minute cancelling didn't exist before mobiles — it's important to show up

Gen Z Diary: Last-minute cancelling didn't exist before mobiles — it's important to show up

That’s the beauty of Clery’s clock! No real choice involved. Either show up on time, or leave your friend hanging

Fri, 23 Oct, 2026

9 magical experiences in Cork to mark on your Christmas calendar, from concerts to ice rinks

9 magical experiences in Cork to mark on your Christmas calendar, from concerts to ice rinks

From concerts to family-friendly immersive experiences, there is something for everyone this Christmas in Cork

Thu, 22 Oct, 2026

First look: Potteria owner 'fell in love with Midleton' ahead of new studio opening

First look: Potteria owner 'fell in love with Midleton' ahead of new studio opening

Potteria has enjoyed success since it first opened in Cork city in 2024

Thu, 22 Oct, 2026

Four Cork craft fairs to add to your calendar now for unique Christmas gift ideas

Four Cork craft fairs to add to your calendar now for unique Christmas gift ideas

Stand out with some considered gifts this festive season by visiting these craft fairs

Thu, 22 Oct, 2026

Inside a messy and cluttered wooden garage shed with tools, bikes and garden equipment piled up on uneven shelves in organised c

Bernard O'Shea: Learning German and the piano... I had such big plans

Here are three examples of things I started, but never finished

Thu, 22 Oct, 2026

I'm an intimacy professional — here's what I've learned on stage and film sets

I'm an intimacy professional — here's what I've learned on stage and film sets

Intimacy and romance don’t necessarily always go hand in hand. There is also the intimacy that exists between friends and family. Even the touch of a hand may be uncomfortable for some

Wed, 21 Oct, 2026

Maura Higgins praised for Dancing With The Stars routine dedicated to Ireland

Maura Higgins praised for Dancing With The Stars routine dedicated to Ireland

The former Love Island and The Traitors star danced the Paso Doble with her professional dance partner Mark Ballas

Wed, 21 Oct, 2026

Joanne McNally receives standing ovation after US TV debut

Joanne McNally receives standing ovation after US TV debut

The Irish comedian appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon this week, marking her US TV debut

Wed, 21 Oct, 2026

My Wedding Day with James Gabriel Martin: We had a traditional pagan ceremony led by a druid

S My Wedding Day with James Gabriel Martin: We had a traditional pagan ceremony led by a druid

We live in the Gate Lodge at Whitestown House and the Keogh family allowed us to host our wedding on the grounds here

Tue, 20 Oct, 2026

29th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards - Arrivals

Christina Applegate reveals she was misdiagnosed with MS: I’m back at square one

The Anchorman star, 54, said it is common to get an MS misdiagnosis, adding that she had 'every symptom' of someone who has the condition

Tue, 20 Oct, 2026

A woman boils water for tea on a small tourist stove with dry fuel in complete darkness during a power and gas outage at home. B

Caitríona Redmond: Are you emergency ready? Here's my non-negotiables

Is the emergency booklet the new iodine tablet, or should we take some steps to put an emergency plan in place this winter.

Mon, 19 Oct, 2026

Witch make a spell on the altar in the dark. Female hands with sharp black nails burning magic herb among candles, pumpkin, nuts

Ellen Ryan: 'Our draw to the witch reflects our timeless fascination with women of power'

In recent decades, many parts of the world have become more secular. But we still crave spirituality, and this has led to a renewed interest in paganism, writes Ellen Ryan

Sun, 18 Oct, 2026

Santa placing a Santa Hat on a happy carved Jack O' Lantern on a hay bale with dried cornstalks

Dear Dáithí: Can we get over Halloween before Christmas begins?

A recent trip to my local shop was like a festive horror scene. Shiny baubles and velvet bows lined in rows across from skeletons and fake blood.

Sun, 18 Oct, 2026

Wedding of the Week: Cork couple get the intimate family wedding of their dreams

Wedding of the Week: Cork couple get the intimate family wedding of their dreams

Amy Ormond and Ciarán O'Donovan, Douglas, Cork, who were married in the Celtic Ross Hotel, Rosscarbery, Co Cork

Sat, 17 Oct, 2026

Saturday with Olympic gymnast Rhys McClenaghan: I’ve been doing 30 hours a week of training since I was 10

Saturday with Olympic gymnast Rhys McClenaghan: I’ve been doing 30 hours a week of training since I was 10

Rhys has been training for 30 hours a week since the age of 10

Sat, 17 Oct, 2026

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