Entertainment
Anne O'Donoghue on 28 Jan 2022
How to celebrate St Brigid’s Day
St Brigid’s Day takes place on 1 February. Whether it’s making a cross or attending an online workshop, here are some ideas on how to celebrate.
Denis Hurley on 26 Jan 2022
‘Some days you’re the dog and some days you’re the lamp-post’
It is very easy to belittle the less-mainstream sports just because they don't always have the heart rate up, but as with every sport, context is always key, writes Denis Hurley.
Anne O'Donoghue on 26 Jan 2022
Meet the Mayo woman aiming to be the first Irish person in space
Norah Patten was first bitten by the space bug on a trip to NASA as a young girl. Years later she is as determined as ever to be the first Irish person in space, writes Anne O’Donoghue
Leo Powell on 19 Jan 2022
The Front Row: no End(game) in sight for Les Mis viewings
After getting to see Endgame in the Abbey Theatre recently, Leo Powell is looking forward to rewatching Les Misérables in the Bord Gáis this year too.
Contributor on 19 Jan 2022
When things go off like a bad tractor
Denny Fitz shares the story of the recently retired local sergeant, who had his own version of ‘community service’.
Anne O'Donoghue on 19 Jan 2022
From farm fields to international audiences
Folk singer Emer Dunne started off singing on the family farm for the cows, but it wasn’t long before she moved on to international audiences, writes Anne O’Donoghue
Denis Hurley on 19 Jan 2022
Sport: Galway not to be written off this early
The days of back-door revival are gone, but we predict a team’s championship performance based on these early-door games, writes Denis Hurley.
Anne O'Donoghue on 19 Jan 2022
Stick making in Wexford with Pat Walsh
Stick making was a lifelong hobby for Pat Walsh, but in retirement it took on a new lease of life for the Wexford man. In conversation with Anne O’Donoghue.
Amii McKeever on 14 Jan 2022
Christmas bumper crossword solutions
Are you itching to know how many of our Christmas Bumper Crossword solutions you got right? Get your crossword answer fix here.
Leo Powell on 12 Jan 2022
The Front Row: a return to the Abbey
First premiering in 1996, next month Portia Coughlan will make a return to the Abbey Theatre, writes Leo Powell.
Denis Hurley on 12 Jan 2022
A documentary for every GAA club
Croí an Chlub will be debuted on TG4 soon, and it is a show that will resonate with GAA club members across the country, writes Denis Hurley.
Ilka Denker on 07 Jan 2022
Cinema listings for January
Ilka Denker rounds up her top picks to watch in cinemas around Ireland this month.
Denis Hurley on 05 Jan 2022
A ticking clock for van Graan
With the end of his contract in sight and despite all professionalism shown so far, it must be hard for Johann van Graan to give 100% mentally to the Munster team.
Ilka Denker on 05 Jan 2022
What's On: Your January events guide
Don’t mind the January blues and join some events; from opera, to theatre and puppet shows, there is plenty to choose from, writes Ilka Denker.
Michael Commins on 05 Jan 2022
Country scene hoping for a better year
Country singer Ciarán Rosney chats to Michael Commins about his hopes for the upcoming year, being a mentor on Glór Tíre and his new video recording.
Anne O'Donoghue on 05 Jan 2022
The Podcast Playlist: something for everyone
Looking to spice up your podcast listening? Anne O’Donoghue has something to suit all tastes.
Leo Powell on 29 Dec 2021
The Front Row: Paul Henry – capturing the west
Leo Powell takes a look at painter Paul Henry, famous for his west of Ireland work.
Denis Hurley on 29 Dec 2021
Impossible to make predictions for 2022
While we get used to referring to the rugby world cup as being ‘next year’ and not ‘in 2023’, Denis Hurley gives plenty food for thought on the Irish sport scene.
Anne O'Donoghue on 29 Dec 2021
Sr Stan on her life’s work
Sr Stanislaus Kennedy discusses with Anne O’Donoghue growing up in Lispole, her work as a social campaigner and her new book on peace
Ilka Denker on 23 Dec 2021
Ways to move joyfully over the Christmas break
Ilka Denker takes a look at some activities you can do at home to include movement into your Christmas break.