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Have you been to Zagreb? Europe’s hottest city to visit this summer

Rachael Taylor Fawsitt Croatia may be known for its stunning coastline, but did you know that it is also home to the ultimate city break destination? The city of Zagreb, which is roughly an hour’s drive from the coast, has everything you could look for in a...

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A recap of the biggest moments of Big Little Lies ahead of Season 2

School yard fights, extra-marital affairs and acts of vengeance - there’s no denying...

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QUIZ: How well do you remember last year’s football and hurling championships?

There's nothing quite like the drama of the GAA and the joy of watching your...

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Play this Creativity Rush game for a chance to win a €150 One for All voucher

Are you a whizz at computer games? If so, we have the perfect game for you.

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No excuses: Why we need to talk about sexual harassment and violence

“Three or four years ago, if you raised this, you’d have been immediately shut...

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7 TV shows to watch now that Game of Thrones has ended

And now your watch has ended… so what are the best TV shows to start watching if you’re trying to fill that Game of Thrones-sized hole in your life?

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Get your Circus On will be held in Galway City for Cruinniú na nÓg

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Creativity, kids and 750 free events: The unique Irish initiative that’s the first of...

Fine art and children are two things that usually don’t mix. When we think of...

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Brunch vs BBQ: Are food parties the way forward?

With more and more people joining the foodie gang and reducing their alcohol intake, hosting a food party is right on trend.

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Pictured at the launch of the Tattersalls International Horse Trials & Country Fair was Emily Taylor on her competition horse Frank with whippet Sam, photo by INPHO/Morgan Treacy

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7 reasons to bring the family to Tattersalls International Horse Trials & Country Fair

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Strike a pose: 10 of the most photogenic places in the west of Ireland

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A selection of this year’s National Enterprise Award Finalists: (from left) Diarmaid McSweeney and Karl Swaine, Gym + Coffee, Padraic Cuddy, The Field, Sascha Cahill, Ambr Eyewear, Breda Fox, Chair of the National Enterprise Awards, Oisin Geoghegan, Chair of the Local Enterprise Offices, Jack and Liz Harte, Harte Outdoor Lighting and Gerard Sheridan, Ice Cream Treats

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Success awaits for these National Enterprise Award finalists

For the 31 finalists of the National Enterprise Awards 2019, getting to this...

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“More than just a job”: How one Irish company is putting the care into homecare

“It might only be for a short time due to serious or palliative illness but being...

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From energy efficiency to style: The ultimate guide to buying new windows

Summer is fast approaching so it’s the ideal time to think about improving your...

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These sugar free ice pop recipes are perfect for the family this summer

The summer months have finally arrived, and nothing...

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Julia Stiles returns in the new season of Riviera on Sky Atlantic

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With one of TV's best casts, this is why you need to watch Riviera

It’s one of the most stylish, intricate and downright compelling dramas on...

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Bringing the indoors outdoors is the biggest trend of summer 2019

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Thousands of people across 202 locations worldwide walked together in hope against suicide at this year’s Darkness Into Light, proudly supported by Electric Ireland. Photo by Ray McManus/Sportsfile

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Gallery: A look back at Darkness Into Light 2019

They walked from Adelaide to Abu Dhabi, from Clonmel to Calgary, from Reykjavik to Ringsend - all in the name of hope.

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New cashless coffee shop in Dublin says yes to change and no to coins

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Ryan Tubridy, Coca-Cola Thank You Fund Launch Ambassador, pictured with guide dog Noah at the launch of the 2019 Coca-Cola Thank You Fund

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Help your local youth project win up to €20,000 in grants from the 2019 Coca-Cola...

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When it comes to bathrooms, black is the new black

“People are not afraid to be edgier with décor. Monochrome and industrial is very much ‘in’.”

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8 travel essentials you’ll absolutely love in the brand new MINISO store in Dublin

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“We’ve had children as young as six”: A Pieta House clinician describes how suicide can...

Suicide. It’s a word that’s often associated with negative connotations or social...

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Irish universities contribute €8.9bn to the economy but is this under threat from a...

Irish universities have become the lifeblood of the country by fuelling our cultural...

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“I didn’t want to die.” A Pieta House user talks about suicide, hope and finding help

Suicide is a silent killer in towns and communities across Ireland that can...

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Cork from the air: 10 amazing aerial photos that really showcase the Rebel County

Cork is renowned for its beauty but a new photography book is giving people a...

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Darkness Into Light: Here’s how signing up can make a real difference to people’s...

Darkness Into Light started out with just 400 people walking through Dublin’s...

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A picture of domestic bliss: Zac Efron, Macie Carmosino and Lily Collins in Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil, and Vile

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Six years with a serial killer: The story of the woman who dated Ted Bundy

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How to get the right carpet for your home

Finding the right carpet is about more than just picking a colour or deciding how much you have to spend.

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Dublin from the air: 10 stunning aerial photos that show the capital in a new...

If you’ve ever wondered what it would look like to fly over Dublin, then you’ll...

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Killaloe is based on the banks of the Shannon

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On the waterfront: Are you missing out on some of Ireland’s best holiday...

They say the human body is two thirds water so perhaps it’s no...

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The colour and the shape: How geometry inspired this Irish-based artist’s striking...

Maths and art may not seem like obvious bedfellows but artist Miriam Fitzgerald...

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7 alternative holidays for active types and adventure seekers

You don’t have to be an intrepid explorer to go on a holiday that takes you off...

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Getting personal: Dyson aims to improve your well-being with its latest technology

Dyson may be best known for its vacuum cleaners but its is now launching a new...

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Up the walls: The latest colour trends to give your home a new lease of life

Spring is in the air so there’s no better time to breath new life into your home...

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Aldi is hiring new area managers: Here’s what you need to know

Retail giant Aldi has announced plans to hire additional area managers across the...

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7 amazing holiday homes that you could buy at this year’s Overseas Property Show

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A look at the biggest Game of Thrones fan theories ahead of Season 8

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QUIZ: Which Game of Thrones house do you belong to?

Which Game of Thrones house is your favourite?

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Game of Thrones Season 8: Everything we know so far

It’s back! Game of Thrones is about to return to our screens so here’s what you need to know about the new season.

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7 questions to ask yourself when buying a new washing machine

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5 Game of Thrones scenes that could predict the events of Season 8

Game of Thrones is almost back but have the creators already told us what to...

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My dementia journey: “I wasn’t recognising things and I was becoming very forgetful”

When Ronan Smith cared for his father who had...

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Welcome to Woodstock: Check out Cape Town’s street art district

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Maureen O’ Hara is living with dementia and shares her experience as part of the Dementia: Understand Together campaign

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Demystifying dementia: What it is, the causes and how to reduce your risk

One in two Irish people know someone who is living with dementia.

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Need some quiet time? The 7 best shows to keep the kids entertained

It may be something of a cliché, but being a parent is a full-time job in itself.

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Take the coastal road trip of a lifetime in the Eastern Cape

The Eastern Cape of South African is blessed with a coastline that is so incredible it attracts wanderlusters from all over the world.

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Booking a last minute family break for Easter? 7 Irish destinations to consider

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Get up to 20pc off these top Mother’s Day gifts

Mother’s Day is a chance to celebrate that special motherly figure in your life, whether it’s your mum, step-mum, grandmother, godmother or perhaps...

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KwaZulu-Natal: Dive into a world of local South African culture

For many, travelling is about so much more than...

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How beauty oil can give you glowing skin

A good skincare routine doesn’t have to involve a complicated regime with numerous steps or confusing concoctions. Sometimes, the...

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South Africa’s Mpumalanga: A spectacular place to lose yourself in nature

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The Cape Winelands: a haven for wine-lovers from across the globe

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Why South Africa’s Drakensberg mountains should be on every adventure...

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Paul O’Connell on playing sport as a kid, what it taught him and passing that on to the...

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A beginner’s guide to Cheltenham 2019: Everything you need to know

If there’s one thing everyone knows about the Cheltenham Festival, it’s that you...

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Faster, better, stronger: A new service is offering improved internet access...

Internet connectivity is essential for most Irish businesses but a new service from...

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5 unusual flowers that will look amazing in any garden

The humble daffodil or the ubiquitous geranium may have their place but there’s nothing like investing in some unique, statement flowers to really bring your...

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