More than 1,000 people expected in hospital with peak projected for Christmas week – The Irish Times
Most people are expecting presents this week as the Christmas festivities kick off. For the health system, however,…
four alternatives to Champagne to enjoy this Christmas – The Irish Times
The “big three” of sparkling wines – Champagne, Cava and Prosecco – dominate sales of these products worldwide.…
Rebel schoolkids bring groceries and Christmas cheer to Cork Penny Dinners
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‘I didn’t know it was going to be like this. It’s beautiful here’ – The Irish Times
In the lobby of Roscommon Hospice there’s a Christmas tree and a kind woman with a visitors’ book.…
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s Christmas change shows ‘how far ex-prince has fallen’
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s Christmas will look a little bit different this year – and that “coldly underlines just how…
classic festive reads – The Irish Times
Whether reading aloud to overexcited children or carving out some much-needed alone time, there’s no better way to…
NORAD continues decades-long tradition of tracking Santa’s trip around the world
PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. — Sometimes kids drop the phone after hearing Santa won’t show up if…
Your guide to the best new shows streaming over Christmas
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Favourite Christmas dinner item causes cancer and increases heart attack risk
Only two foods are known to be cancer-causing – one of them is a Christmas favourite. Steffan Rhys…
Mariah Carey’s Legacy Goes Beyond Christmas
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David Gilmour celebrates Pink Floyd’s ‘Wish You Were Here’ landing UK’s record-breaking Christmas Number One album
David Gilmour has celebrated Pink Floyd’s ‘Wish You Were Here’ landing the Christmas Number One album spot. The classic record…