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Dear Miriam: ‘how do I tell my fiancé’s ex she isn’t welcome at our wedding?

A bride-to-be in Co Cavan asks Miriam's advice on how to deal with the mother of her partner's children, who wants to come to their wedding.

ASK MIRIAM 28 January 2026

Dear Miriam: ‘how do I tell my fiancé’s ex she isn’t welcome at our wedding?

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‘Change can be difficult – that’s where family and friends come to the rescue’

‘Change can be difficult – that’s where family and friends come to the rescue’

KATHERINE O'LEARY 28 January 2026

Editorial: ‘during this period of uncertainty for farmers, don’t go it alone'

Editorial: ‘during this period of uncertainty for farmers, don’t go it alone'

EDITORIAL 28 January 2026

Dear Miriam: my angry wife’s constant bad form is destroying our marriage

Dear Miriam: my angry wife’s constant bad form is destroying our marriage

Dear Miriam: my angry wife’s constant bad form is destroying our marriage

ASK MIRIAM 21 January 2026

Editorial: ‘better sleep isn’t just about rest – it plays a crucial role'

Editorial: ‘better sleep isn’t just about rest – it plays a crucial role'

Editorial: ‘better sleep isn’t just about rest – it plays a crucial role'

EDITORIAL 21 January 2026

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‘Managing negativity in our farming lives is about seeking out positivity’

‘Managing negativity in our farming lives is about seeking out positivity’

We can help manage negativity in our farming lives positivity through initiatives like the Positive Farmers conference.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 7 January 2026

‘A new grandson brings a rush of love before cancer throws another curveball’

‘A new grandson brings a rush of love before cancer throws another curveball’

My heart is bursting with emotion and gratitude at the arrival of our fourth grandchild, Alan Philip.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 7 January 2026

Dear Miriam: my elderly mother is living in fear of falling victim to scam calls

Dear Miriam: my elderly mother is living in fear of falling victim to scam calls

A Mayo lady asks Miriam's advice on how to convince her mother to take calls on her mobile phone after a relative's near brush with a scam caller has left her living in fear.

ASK MIRIAM 7 January 2026

Editorial: ‘farmers battling against the Mercosur deal will need support'

Editorial: ‘farmers battling against the Mercosur deal will need support'

Farmers will need the full support of consumers as they face the Mercosur battle.

EDITORIAL 7 January 2026

Editorial: ‘who is looking at your child online?

Editorial: ‘who is looking at your child online?

It's the year to be more mindful about social media posts. Who is looking at your children online?

EDITORIAL 7 January 2026

Dear Miriam: I’m worried my friend will face break-up heartbreak due to age gap

Dear Miriam: I’m worried my friend will face break-up heartbreak due to age gap

A worried reader in Cork seeks Miriam's advice on whether to speak with her friend over concerns she has about this woman's new younger man.

ASK MIRIAM 7 January 2026

‘Is fearr cairde ná ór’ – is fearr arís cara dílis an duine

‘Is fearr cairde ná ór’ – is fearr arís cara dílis an duine

Bíonn an saol gnóthach ach i gciúnas mhí Eanáir, tá sé sa cheann ag Séaghan go leor ama a chaitheamh lena chara dílis.

READER WRITES 7 January 2026

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Learn how Abbeyleix dairy farmer Seán Miller uses GAIN Easi Mix to drive calf performance on his family farm.

Laois dairy farmer boosts calf performance with GAIN Easi Mix

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