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How To Gael: 'There’s no use learning Irish if you don’t care what happens to Ireland'

Guest editors of today's Weekend edition, How To Gael's Louise Cantillon and Doireann Ní Ghlacáin discuss friendship, Irish identity, live shows and why their latest series is tackling the question of a united Ireland

<p>Jessie Buckley is hotly-tipped to be among the Oscar-winners on Sunday, but who else will take home a statuette? </p>

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Esther McCarthy's Oscar predictions: Can Jessie Buckley do it? What will win best film?

<p>A recent image of David Byrne, who performed at 3Arena in Dublin on Friday. (Photo by Dave Simpson/WireImage)</p>

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David Byrne review: Heaven is a place on Earth for thrilling gig at 3Arena, Dublin

food columnists

Aishling Moore: Try my Katsu curry recipe for Irish fish with a Japanese twist

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Darina Allen: My traditional soda bread, bacon and cabbage, and potato bread recipes

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Michelle Darmody: How to make my popular chocolate stout cake

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Restaurant review: Some of the finest ‘traditional’ cooking in Ireland can be found in Adare

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Oscars 2026 FAQ: What you need to know about Irish nominees, favourites, where to watch

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Meet the designers transforming Irish knitwear for a new generation

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Esther McCarthy: I gave Swedish death cleaning a go — here's what happened

Colm O'Regan: Fear of Friday the 13th? Meet 'friggaheptadekaphobia' — fear of Friday the 17th

Suzanne Harrington: Terrifying spiders don't just happen to Australians

Richard Hogan: My painful reminder that men need to take self-care seriously

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Joe McNamee: I enjoy some fast food but here's why I avoid McDonald's like the plague

I know too well the allure of ‘dishes’ crafted in labs, combining high-sugar, high-fat and excess salt to hit that sweet spot driving dopamine-dense addiction.

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Wine with Leslie: Three wines perfect for longer, brighter evenings

Gen Z snubbing colleagues to dine alone? Damn right, too!

Aishling Moore: Looking for the perfect snack to serve with drinks? Try these crab cakes

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Darina Allen: My traditional soda bread, bacon and cabbage, and potato bread recipes

Michelle Darmody: How to make my popular chocolate stout cake

Aishling Moore: Try my Katsu curry recipe for Irish fish with a Japanese twist

Wine with Leslie: Three wines from Romania — one of Europe’s oldest and best value producers

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Science-backed ways men can reduce belly fat — and their risk of heart disease and diabetes

Our science-backed guide to beating belly fat, can help you trim down while also reducing the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes

Ellen Keane: After I won my first Paralympic medal in Rio, I had to work on my mental strength

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Find your happy spot with simple daily habits

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Step up your foot care when it’s cold outside

fashion and beauty

Sally Foran: Meet some of the Irish beauty brands being manufactured in Ireland

Ahead of St Patrick’s Day, I spoke to two of these founders who are committed to keeping manufacturing in Ireland

I went to the Cork skin clinic that's home to the future of lasting skin health — here's what I learned

Desire Lines: This sporty chic jumpsuit is on top of our wish list

How to style your wardrobe for an 'IT' girl-inspired look

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I was an English-speaking blow-in in the Gaeltacht — here's how I got a grá for the teanga

A native of Inis Mór, Megan Roantree knew she was different as a child — her parents didn't speak Irish. Here, she shares how the kindness of the Gaeltacht community nurtured her grá for the teanga

Wedding of the week: Cavapoo Arnold stole the show as ring bearer on Cork couple's big day

Saturday with Cathy Kelly: 'I've been doing arty things — and there's always the laundry!'

Jockey Rachael Blackmore, The Irish Times/Sport Ireland Sportswoman of the Year for 2021 at the presentation of this years award

Rachel Blackmore 'misses' racing but happy with decision to retire

arts and culture

Late Late Show talking points from Jonathan Rhys Meyers' farm to poker with Tommy Tiernan

Plus Cork singer Mick Flannery, sparkly handbags, and the How to Gael podcast hosts

'The music speaks for itself': How Bad Bunny and Kneecap are reclaiming native languages

My Life in Books: 'I read most books hoping that they will change me'

Book review: ‘All I wanted was a quiet life’

Outdoors

Step back in time to explore the island stronghold of Mayo’s warrior queen

Check out Clare Island’s many defensive structures and its harbourside castle while taking in expansive views over a pristine wilderness dotted with picturesque lakes

Wolves versus cougars... adapting to survive alongside one another

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Same species, different city: Is nature losing its local accent?

Spring is in the air — here's how you can take biodiversity action from your garden

health and wellbeing

I did a random €50 health check-up and discovered I had triple-negative breast cancer

Anne O’Carroll decided to have a scan because it was good value. Had she delayed it, the triple-negative breast cancer could have spread to other organs

I tried six sleep hacks to curb my sleeping issues — here's what worked

Their plans for success is already succeeding

Why we’re not all open to open-plan offices

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To TRT or not to TRT for low testosterone?

travel

It's a long way from Cork to Derry — but here's why it's worth the road trip

Northern Ireland’s second largest city is as much a frame of mind as it is an identity — with a shared culture and mutual pride of place, writes Kate Ryan

S Hotel review: This large hotel is ideal for a stress-free flight from Cork Airport

My cruise with lifelong friends was all White Lotus luxury with none of the drama

S Hotel review: There's lots to like but room for improvement too at this Kilkenny five-star

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The sauna scene: Take in the hottest views of Ireland

With outdoor saunas popping up all over Ireland in the last five years, Mimi Murray chats to two couples at the coalface of the warm wellness sensation

Belfast lives long in memory for globetrotting travel writer

Stayations 2026: Discover hidden gems all across the isle of Ireland

Take a horsey holiday for a staycation to remember

parenting

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Joanna Fortune: My teen daughter wears high heels and makeup. Why does she try so hard?

Because this is not a shared interest for you, be careful you are not projecting your opinions about women who dress up or wear makeup onto her. She sounds like a happy, healthy, typically developing teenager

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Sleep expert to meet Cork parents to help develop a sleep routine for babies

High School Tutor Giving Male Student Wearing Uniform One To One Tuition At Desk

Colman Noctor: Relationship between teacher and student is key to unlocking academic success

Five high-profile women tell us about times they most relied on their mums for help

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oman cleaning floor and carpet with cordless vacuum cleaner at home.

Life Hack: Does ‘slow vacuuming’ lead to cleaner carpets?

Plus a common mistake many people make when hoovering

Life Hack: Here’s why you shouldn't keep milk in your fridge door

I'm glad we chose to have a cosy weekend in bed

Sex File: I can't hear his 'sweet nothings' in bed

Sex File: What can I do about my partner's worrying fantasy?

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Netflix confirms KPop Demon Hunters sequel

A follow-up film will see Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans returning to direct.

Amber Davies pulls out of Legally Blonde musical shows due to ‘lingering illness’

Pussycat Dolls to reform for 53-date world tour

Ellie Goulding welcomes ‘beautiful’ baby girl with actor Beau Minniear

motoring

Citroën C5 Aircross review: Stylish SUV takes on rivals with comfort, space and mild hybrid power

Latest Citroën C5 Aircross blends bold design, family-friendly space and mild hybrid efficiency in a competitive SUV market

Opel Frontera review: Budget family SUV marks a welcome return for the famous name

XPeng G6 review: Chinese electric SUV impresses on Irish roads despite resale concerns

The Volkswagen Golf GTI: 50 years of an iconic hot hatch

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How To Gael: 'There’s no use learning Irish if you don’t care what happens to Ireland'

Esther McCarthy's Oscar predictions: Can Jessie Buckley do it? What will win best film?

David Byrne review: Heaven is a place on Earth for thrilling gig at 3Arena, Dublin

Aishling Moore: Try my Katsu curry recipe for Irish fish with a Japanese twist

Darina Allen: My traditional soda bread, bacon and cabbage, and potato bread recipes

Michelle Darmody: How to make my popular chocolate stout cake

Restaurant review: Some of the finest ‘traditional’ cooking in Ireland can be found in Adare

Oscars 2026 FAQ: What you need to know about Irish nominees, favourites, where to watch

Meet the designers transforming Irish knitwear for a new generation

Esther McCarthy: I gave Swedish death cleaning a go — here's what happened

Colm O'Regan: Fear of Friday the 13th? Meet 'friggaheptadekaphobia' — fear of Friday the 17th

Suzanne Harrington: Terrifying spiders don't just happen to Australians

Richard Hogan: My painful reminder that men need to take self-care seriously

Joe McNamee: I enjoy some fast food but here's why I avoid McDonald's like the plague

Wine with Leslie: Three wines perfect for longer, brighter evenings

Gen Z snubbing colleagues to dine alone? Damn right, too!

Aishling Moore: Looking for the perfect snack to serve with drinks? Try these crab cakes

Darina Allen: My traditional soda bread, bacon and cabbage, and potato bread recipes

Michelle Darmody: How to make my popular chocolate stout cake

Aishling Moore: Try my Katsu curry recipe for Irish fish with a Japanese twist

Wine with Leslie: Three wines from Romania — one of Europe’s oldest and best value producers

Science-backed ways men can reduce belly fat — and their risk of heart disease and diabetes

Ellen Keane: After I won my first Paralympic medal in Rio, I had to work on my mental strength

Find your happy spot with simple daily habits

Step up your foot care when it’s cold outside

Sally Foran: Meet some of the Irish beauty brands being manufactured in Ireland

I went to the Cork skin clinic that's home to the future of lasting skin health — here's what I learned

Desire Lines: This sporty chic jumpsuit is on top of our wish list

How to style your wardrobe for an 'IT' girl-inspired look

I was an English-speaking blow-in in the Gaeltacht — here's how I got a grá for the teanga

Wedding of the week: Cavapoo Arnold stole the show as ring bearer on Cork couple's big day

Saturday with Cathy Kelly: 'I've been doing arty things — and there's always the laundry!'

Rachel Blackmore 'misses' racing but happy with decision to retire

Late Late Show talking points from Jonathan Rhys Meyers' farm to poker with Tommy Tiernan

'The music speaks for itself': How Bad Bunny and Kneecap are reclaiming native languages

My Life in Books: 'I read most books hoping that they will change me'

Book review: ‘All I wanted was a quiet life’

Step back in time to explore the island stronghold of Mayo’s warrior queen

Wolves versus cougars... adapting to survive alongside one another

Same species, different city: Is nature losing its local accent?

Spring is in the air — here's how you can take biodiversity action from your garden

I did a random €50 health check-up and discovered I had triple-negative breast cancer

I tried six sleep hacks to curb my sleeping issues — here's what worked

Why we’re not all open to open-plan offices

To TRT or not to TRT for low testosterone?

It's a long way from Cork to Derry — but here's why it's worth the road trip

S Hotel review: This large hotel is ideal for a stress-free flight from Cork Airport

My cruise with lifelong friends was all White Lotus luxury with none of the drama

S Hotel review: There's lots to like but room for improvement too at this Kilkenny five-star

The sauna scene: Take in the hottest views of Ireland

Belfast lives long in memory for globetrotting travel writer

Stayations 2026: Discover hidden gems all across the isle of Ireland

Take a horsey holiday for a staycation to remember

Joanna Fortune: My teen daughter wears high heels and makeup. Why does she try so hard?

Sleep expert to meet Cork parents to help develop a sleep routine for babies

Colman Noctor: Relationship between teacher and student is key to unlocking academic success

Five high-profile women tell us about times they most relied on their mums for help

Life Hack: Does ‘slow vacuuming’ lead to cleaner carpets?

Life Hack: Here’s why you shouldn't keep milk in your fridge door

Sex File: I can't hear his 'sweet nothings' in bed

Sex File: What can I do about my partner's worrying fantasy?

Netflix confirms KPop Demon Hunters sequel

Amber Davies pulls out of Legally Blonde musical shows due to ‘lingering illness’

Pussycat Dolls to reform for 53-date world tour

Ellie Goulding welcomes ‘beautiful’ baby girl with actor Beau Minniear

Citroën C5 Aircross review: Stylish SUV takes on rivals with comfort, space and mild hybrid power

Opel Frontera review: Budget family SUV marks a welcome return for the famous name

XPeng G6 review: Chinese electric SUV impresses on Irish roads despite resale concerns

The Volkswagen Golf GTI: 50 years of an iconic hot hatch

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