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Lessons in life and leadership from a record-breaking adventurer

Levine joined the Pendulum Summit in Dublin's Convention Centre to share her insights into leadership, perseverance, and self-esteem.

living • 24 Jan

Rory Sutherland: "Comedy is a huge source of human insight"

Rory Sutherland speaks with Sínann Fetherston at the 2026 Pendulum Summit.

living • 24 Jan

Meet the indie designer making fleeces for young cancer patients

Charlotte Ryan speaks to Ellen Mooney of ELN, an independent fashion designer, about going viral overnight, prioritising sustainability and making adaptable fleeces for young cancer patients.

living • 23 Jan

Blue Monday? 7 cheap ways to embrace joy instead of dread

As an unconventional contrarian, I enjoy subverting the contrived sadness of the day so I make efforts to do something especially uplifting on 'Blue Monday'.

lifestyle • 19 Jan

Tara Povey in a forest hot tub at Barrow Sauna Laois landscape

8 getaway ideas to stave off the January blues

Winter breaks don't have to break the bank, writes travel content creator Tara Povey.

Travel • 05 Jan

I tried five at-home coffee machines so you don't have to

Jounalist Glenn Kelly put five at-home coffee machines to the test to determine which ones could give baristas a run for their money.

review • 01 Jan

Where to eat in Ireland 2026: new openings and hot spots

2026 is already shaping up to be a bumper year for new openings....

Food • 30 Dec 25

couple walking and having fun at Christmas markets

Relationship green flags to take into the New Year

Sex and relationship expert Dr Caroline West writes about the other shades of red and green we should be mindful of this year: red and green flags in our relationships.

lifestyle • 24 Dec 25

Expert tips for navigating difficult interactions at Christmas

The sparkle of the festive season can be dulled by challenges and difficult interactions.

living • 18 Dec 25

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Beauty entrepreneur on the power of daisies and rosehips

Dublin entrepreneur and 'green witch' Feebee Foran speaks to Sínann Fetherston about the success of her skincare line, Forager.

living • 17 Dec 25

Christmas cookery hacks, warnings and tips from 20 experts

As the old saying goes: "work smarter, not harder".

Christmas • 13 Dec 25

Caucasian woman delightfully poses with a red rose on Valentine's Day, wearing a cozy beanie and coat. She stands on a bustling street, while a person captures the moment using a smartphone, enhancing the celebratory atmosphere.

Is social media impacting how we view our partners?

Portraying only picture perfect moments might be leaving a negative impact on our relationships, Kate Brayden writes.

lifestyle • 02 Dec 25

A collage of three women wearing corsets in different time periods

The shape-shifting history of corsets in fashion

Fashion historian Laura Fitzachary explores why the corset is once again having a moment in fashion, and its long history in Irish design. Why are corsets the new 'nice top'? A historian's deep dive

Fashion • 01 Dec 25

Young couple having an argument outdoors

Heterofatalism: Is it actually cringey to have a boyfriend now?

Dr Caroline West writes about the growing trend of women stepping back from dating men in favour of enriching their own lives first.

lifestyle • 18 Nov 25

Tara Povey on her RV adventure around Atlantic Canada

Here's why this region of Canada needs to be added to your bucket list.

Travel • 12 Nov 25

A woman wearing a skirt suit with a white shirt and an ornate brooch at the collar

Why vintage jewellery is coming back & how to build a collection

As Irish fashion continues to be inspired by its history, perhaps it is worth bringing the history on set too, writes fashion historian Laura Fitzachary.

Fashion • 03 Nov 25

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The dark history of 'correcting' sexuality in children

Sex educator and author Dr Caroline West explores how the history of 'treatments' for sexuality shows how much more work we need to do in educating and supporting others today.

living • 30 Oct 25

Galway jeweller on creating 'wearable art' and upcycled pieces

Sínann Fetherston speaks with jeweller Natasha Heaslip about her work with gemstones, why she loves to make wearable art, and what she believes jewellery fans should invest in.

Fashion • 25 Oct 25

Teenage girl sharing problems with her mother in the room.

What happens when we place too much responsibility on children?

While some levels of responsibility in the young years foster life skills and resilience, children need to be cognitively and physiologically ready.

living • 17 Oct 25

'It's an oath to empathy': Ciaran Gaffney on the modern seanchaí

Charlotte Ryan speaks to Ciaran Gaffney, the founder of storytelling series Seanchoíche, about empathy, reconnection and getting a second chance at saying the unsaid.

living • 17 Oct 25