Life

Jeremy Clarkson: I can sit and drive as many Range Rovers as I want, Greta Thunberg

Life 07 December, 2019

UU study sees honey's ancient healing powers used to fight post-op infection

Life 05 December, 2019

Eating Out: I'm not saying say no, I'm just saying that saying no is certainly an option

Life 07 December, 2019

Jake O'Kane: Black Friday is the toe of a long-dead saint you've never heard of

Jake O'Kane

IF I'VE learnt anything at my advanced age, it's that you must never drink and text nor should you purchase anything online after midnight.

Mary Kelly: How the PM stood up to the bully across the Atlantic – in Love, Actually

Mary Kelly

THERE'S a famous scene in that otherwise truly awful film Love, Actually where the prime minister, played by Hugh Grant, hosts the US president( Billy Bob Thornton).

Sleb Safari: Caitlyn Jenner deserves to be queen of I'm A Celebrity

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Tuesday: Random Act Of Kindness
Don't push me, ‘cause I'm close to the (h)edge(hog)

Health see all »

Professor Green: The born survivor

05 Dec, 2019

AFTER a catalogue of near-death experiences over the years, musician and TV personality, Professor Green Is happy to declare he's a new man – and feeling the fittest he's ever been.

TABLET TIME The best time to take your medication. This week: Flu jab

05 Dec, 2019

RESEARCH suggests flu vaccinations are more effective in the morning.

MATURE WELL How health gets better with age. This week: Happiness

05 Dec, 2019

IT'S said life begins at 40, but, according to scientists, we are most content when we hit 74.

Nerve zapper to calm an overactive bladder

Pat Hagan 05 Dec, 2019

A RING-shaped nerve zapper could be a radical new treatment for overactive bladder in women.

Celebrity see all »

Marie Louise McConville: All praise for Jenny From The Block who flies the flag for kindness

Marie Louise McConville 02 Nov, 2019

I heard a wonderful quote this week - ''There are a lot of nice people in the world.

Quotes of the Week

02 Nov, 2019

"I left the Labour Party because I had no confidence in the leadership and no confidence in what the leadership was offering.

TV Quickfire: Take Me Out host Paddy McGuinness on new series of hit dating show and his 20 year career

Georgina Humpreys 28 Oct, 2019

HOW DOES IT FEEL TO BE BACK WITH MORE TAKE ME OUT? It feels really good.

Celebrity quotes: Anton Du Beke, Lana Del Rey, Ralf Little, Ricki Lake...

26 Oct, 2019

"You just want to get as much out of it as you can.

Family & Parenting see all »

Marie Louise McConville: Why does Christmas shopping have to be so stressful?

Marie Louise McConville 07 Dec, 2019

And, so it begins. The festive season has only just started and already I've been elbowed, shoved and become embroiled in parking wars.

What's On: Santa in Dromore, The Snowman in Belfast, The Grinch in Limavady and more

Jacqueline McGonigle 03 Dec, 2019

DOWN ENJOY a magical evening of festive fun with a visit from Santa this Saturday December 7 in Dromore at the Christmas lights switch-on event.

Marie Louise McConville: Fantastic Frozen II brings magic, fun and excitement

Marie Louise McConville 30 Nov, 2019

It had been a long time coming - six years in fact - but my goodness, it was worth the wait and more.

What's On: Santa Claus in Banbridge, Victorian street fair in Whitehead, children's Christmas Market in Armagh and more

Jacqueline McGonigle 26 Nov, 2019

DOWN SANTA Claus is coming to town – Banbridge town! Meet him at the annual Christmas Lights Switch On and Twilight Market event this Friday evening.

Fashion & Beauty see all »

Fashion: Top hats – seven of the best baker boy caps to be seen in this autumn

28 Oct, 2019

THIS season's must-have accessory is a baker boy hat.

Skirts aren't just for summer: These are the best styles to wear this season

28 Oct, 2019

SKIRTS really are the hardest working item in your wardrobe.

Fashion: Four fresh knitwear trends to shake up your autumn look

17 Oct, 2019

ARE you glad that knitwear season's finally here? After that annoying in-between period when it's too cold for T-shirts but too warm for woollies, now we can embrace winter fashion in all its glory.

On trend: 8 indulgent beauty buys for chocoholics

14 Oct, 2019

In the mood for a sweet treat? Try these cocoa-scented cosmetics, says Katie Wright.

Food & drink see all »

Netting a Bargain: 25% off Sainsbury's wine; free Nando's burger when you spend £7; Burger King freebies; Yo! Sushi 20% student discount

Jonathan Campbell 07 Dec, 2019

- GET 25 per cent off wine at Sainsbury's when you buy six or more bottles.

Fed up of turkey? Try these alternative Christmas eating suggestions

07 Dec, 2019

IT'S a risky business, attempting to edit Christmas.

James Street Cookery School: Crispy chicken with risotto

Niall McKenna 07 Dec, 2019

THIS week's recipe is a great dish for impressing your friends when they pop over at the weekend.

Why Diana Henry loves anchovies and refuses to give up on puff pastry

07 Dec, 2019

:: Your death row meal would be.

Environment see all »

Take on Nature: the siskin is a most joyous bird

30 Nov, 2019

ALTHOUGH today we're on the eve of the start of meteorological winter, December 1, the leafless boughs and hard frosts of late along with the haunting calls of whooper swans from night skies suggest we've already been under winter's influence for some time.

Take on Nature: Regarding our relationship with seagulls, context is everything

Stephen Colton 16 Nov, 2019

DURING a recent visit to the city of Bath, south-west England, famous for its Roman-built baths and Georgian architecture, I had the great pleasure of seeing Yorkshire-born stand-up comedian, Maisie Adam perform in the intimacy of the Rondo Theatre.

Take on Nature: Take a leaf out of Frenchman Jean Giono's book

Tony Bailie 26 Oct, 2019

OVER the past three years I have regularly mentioned the quickly maturing woodland that I planted just six years ago in a small overgrown field.

Take on Nature: Be it summer or swallows, as the poet said, nothing gold can stay

Stephen Colton 19 Oct, 2019

I RECENTLY stumbled upon the popular jazz song Autumn Leaves, composed by Joseph Kosma with original French lyrics by Jacques Prévert, later written in English by Johnny Mercer.

Holidays&Travel see all »

Want to surf? California's famous beaches are the ideal spots to find your feet

07 Dec, 2019

"THE first time you try to stand up on a surf board, you will probably fail.

Travel News: Swedish Lapland, west Cork and unique Belfast culinary experiences

Jenny Lee 07 Dec, 2019

Hansel and Gretel story comes to life This Christmas you can celebrate the festive season in style by dining in a life-size gingerbread house, created by pastry chef Magdalena Abakumiec and her elves at Titanic Hotel Belfast.

Travel News: Japan, Caribbean cruise, Donegal and Faroe Islands

Jenny Lee 16 Nov, 2019

:: Volunteer holiday to Faroe Islands THE Faroe Islands are closing for maintenance on April 16 to 17 2020 and are calling for willing 'voluntourists' to sign up.

Travel News: Love in Fuerteventura, girls in Limavady, Christmas in Kilkenny

Jenny Lee 09 Nov, 2019

Have an adult-only Christmas in Kilkenny ENJOY the Christmas magic in the medieval city of Kilkenny and a chance to relax in a peaceful adults-only environment at the four-star Hotel Kilkenny.

Motors see all »

Vauxhall Astra: A model of efficiency thanks to Astral tweaks

William Scholes 04 Dec, 2019

Vauxhall has given the Astra a range of improvements, including efficient new engines and slippier aerodynamics, which should keep it at the top of the family car sales charts, says William Scholes

Nissan Qashqai: Origin of the species

William Scholes 27 Nov, 2019

Nissan popularised the family SUV when it launched the first Qashqai. It's still a class-defining model, says William Scholes

Range Rover Evoque: Range extended

William Scholes 13 Nov, 2019

Range Rover's smallest vehicle is also its biggest seller. The all-new Evoque puts it right back at the top of the baby luxo-SUV class, says William Scholes

Volvo XC90: Still best

William Scholes 07 Nov, 2019

Volvo has given its classy XC90 large SUV an upgrade, including a new mild-hybrid diesel engine. It remains the best large family wagon you can buy, says William Scholes

Gardening see all »

Gardening: How to style your yuletide mantelpiece the natural way

07 Dec, 2019

SO, you've made your Christmas wreath, your outdoor lights are glowing and the mistletoe's hanging above the door – but how else can you add festive sparkle to the scene? It's easy to pimp your mantelpiece with flora and fauna, from the most elaborate adornments to a few sprigs here and there.