Feed your brain

by Kathy Foley.
Mental sharpness comes from challenging the brain regularly. Scientific studies show that certain activities such as bridge and crosswords reduce the risk of dementia. Experts also say fun and games keep your grey matter stronger for longer finds Kathy Foley.
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Planning for retirement

by June Edwards
For most of us, retirement is a major watershed in life and, while we may look forward to it, it can be overwhelming. June Edwards talks to a retirement training specialist
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Spoilt for travel choice

by June Edwards

From ‘Golden Break’ deals in Ireland to three-month world cruises, June Edwards examines the options available to those looking for a holiday.

Grandparents left out in the cold

by Margaret E Ward and Douglas Dalby
A seminal report published in November 2009 documents for the first time how relationship breakdown can have devastating effects on grandparents. Margaret E Ward and Douglas Dalby report
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Getting to grips with downloading

by Jennifer Wade

There are plenty of websites where you can download – safely, cheaply and legally – a vast array of music, books and movies, writes Jennifer Wade.

A Man's World - Courting times

by Padraig O’Morain
A recent debs, where condoms were handed out with dinner, gets Padraig O’Morain thinking about his early attempts at dating – and the catastrophes that ensued
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