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by Cristín Leach
Re-interpreting the War of Independence, bringing the Venice Biennale home and showcasing a decade of acquisitions at the National Gallery… from Renoir to le Brocquy and beyond, there’s something for art lovers of every hue on show across Ireland in the coming months. Never heard of ‘photoetry’? Read on and Cristín Leach will enlighten you
by Susan Daly
Some older people shy away from the cinema because it seems that the big film studios are intent on targeting young male audiences with wham-bam action thrillers. Susan Daly previews a few upcoming gems that will appeal to a more mature audience
by Mary Mulvihill
As a nation, we have received global recognition for our artistic achievements, but Mary Mulvihill discovers plenty of Irish inventions that are used all over the world
by Eithne Dunne
It is a question that researchers have been trying to answer for years – what is it about religion and spirituality that lends itself to better physical and mental health? Eithne Dunne looks at the evidence
by Muriel Bolger
Where did Halloween begin? Muriel Bolger looks back at Halloweens past as she goes trick or treating for some answers
by Eithne Dunne
Strutting your stuff on stage can be a wonderful and exciting hobby but, as well as all the enjoyment it can bring, your mental health could reap some benefits, as Eithne Dunne discovers
by Padraig O’Morain
Padraig O’Morain believes a writing technique he discovered in a book can help to change everyone’s lives for the better – and you don’t need to be a writer to do it
by Ros Drinkwater
Ros Drinkwater picks five of the best from the burgeoning audio-book shelves