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PSNI chief sorry for Christmas Day photo with armed officers in Crossmaglen
The photo, which Simon Byrne posted on Twitter, attracted considerable criticism.
Today is Nollaig na mBan - here are some ways to make the most of it
Little Christmas, Women’s Christmas, the Feast of the Epiphany…
Poll: When are you taking down your Christmas tree?
Some people want to keep the festive spirit going for as long as possible.
Over 570,000 tune in as Mrs Brown's Boys tops RTÉ Christmas ratings for ninth year in a row
This year’s Christmas special was watched by an average audience of 574,000 people.
'Significant' increase in the number of over-75s attending emergency departments
There has been marked increase in general in the number of people attending EDs and being admitted to hospital compared to the same time last year.
Poll: Are you still eating leftovers?
‘Tis the season to eat and be merry.
Poll: How much did you spend on Christmas presents this year?
Was it High Street Christmas or did you go DIY?
Quiz: Can you guess why these places were in the news this year?
Do you remember these places?
These were our favourite books of 2019 - what were yours?
Let us know in the comments.
Quiz: How well do you remember these Christmas movies from the '00s?
Test your festive knowledge.
Poll: Are you planning to re-gift anything you were given for Christmas?
We won’t tell anyone, promise…
Quiz: How well do you remember these Christmas movies from the 90s?
Test your festive knowledge.
Poll: Will you make a visit to the St Stephen's Day sales?
Crowds of people will be out shopping tomorrow, will you be among them?
Here are some Christmas-themed movies and shows available to watch on streaming services
This will save you from boredom over the festive season.
What are the best and worst Christmas presents you've ever received? Let us know
“My dad bought me a sandwich toaster … so that I could make him toasted sandwiches.”
500 poor and homeless people will be given a Christmas dinner at the RDS today
Around 3,000 Christmas dinners will also be prepared and delivered to the homes of those in need.
'Being a carer, it's not like Christmas. It's groundhog day': The people who go to work on 25 December
The likes of carers, rescue volunteers and hospitality workers are among those who’ll be kept busy this Christmas Day.
Quiz: How well do you remember these Christmas number ones?
Let them know it’s Christmas time … by doing this quiz.
Poll: When do you open your Christmas presents?
It’s a bone of contention in some homes.
Do you want to track Santa's trip around the world tonight? Here's how you can
There are also a few things you can do to pass the time before he arrives.
Here's how to reduce food waste this Christmas week
Don’t bin those leftovers.
Notre Dame unable to host Christmas services for first time since French Revolution
The Paris landmark was damaged by a fire this year and reconstruction is expected to take several years.
More than 200 patients waiting on trolleys in Irish hospitals on Christmas Eve
The number is down from the more than 400 who were waiting for a bed yesterday morning.
Compromise and having a 'code word': How to make Christmas easier for people with eating disorders
This time of year can be very difficult for a person with an eating disorder, but there are ways to help.
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Poll: Are you going to the pub today?
We all have our own traditions when it comes to socialising at Christmas time.
Quiz: Do you remember these classic Christmas toys?
Stretch Armstrong, anyone?
Explainer: How does Santa get all the toys made in time for Christmas?
Just how does he do it? It takes an awful lot of hard work.
President Higgins' Christmas message: 'Do we dismiss them... telling them there is no room at our inn?'
Michael D Higgins also urged people to take action on the climate crisis in his annual address.
The average Irish household has spent €2,800 in shops this month
Consumer spending is set to reach almost €5 billion this month.
Feeling stressed in the run up to Christmas? Here are some tips to avoid burnout
Between gift shopping and making the perfect dinner, burnout is easily felt this time of year.
'Don’t wash the turkey' and other important tips to prevent making your loved ones ill this Christmas
Safefood said for 25% of people, this will be their first time cooking Christmas dinner.
Poll: Will you attend a religious service over the Christmas period?
Many people do, even if they don’t normally attend during the year.
Christmas can be stressful - here are ways to mind your mental health during the holidays
It isn’t an easy time for everyone, so we’ve taken a look at how this Christmas can be better for everyone.
The Irish For: I'm getting tired of the same Christmas pop hits - here are some alternatives
What harm if we learn some words as Gaeilge along the way?
Here are some practical ways you can help homeless people this Christmas and New Year
It can be as simple as treating someone with empathy when they approach you in the street.
Quiz: How well do you know your Christmas carols?
GLOoOoOoOoOoOoOoOoORIA!
Quiz: How well do you remember these movies featuring Santa?
Test your festive knowledge.
Suicide prevention charity Pieta House expects surge in calls and messages over Christmas period
The suicide prevention charity says that average calls to its helpline rose by 45% this year
Flying somewhere for Christmas? Don't wrap any presents you're bringing onto the plane
People will likely be requested to open any wrapped gifts while they go through airport security.
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