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Ireland’s splendid gardens are in full bloom this time of year and brilliant festivals lie ahead

A video search history is no idle plaything, but a deep and probing X-ray of one’s soul

From sheer liquid tints to richly pigmented creams and high-shine body oils, these formulas stand out

Mary O’Brien estimates she has compiled about 12,000 of the crosswords, and her 15th book will appear in August to mark the anniversary

Some tweaks are needed, but there is good potential here – and my cocktail was great

Jennifer Slattery and Caoimhe Grant of August Night joined forces with florist Mark Grehan at his studios in the Liberties

It’s easy to forget your cares on a trip to the Caribbean island of Barbados

Songwriter Mark Geary on his debut Irish gig and the country’s increasing level of ‘cruelty and grift’

Taking on two beehives and tending to a community garden in The Liberties opened Anthony Freeman-O’Brien’s eyes and heart to the benefits of urban greening

After decades of decline, it’s great to see these dainty, pollinator-friendly wildflowers making such a comeback

Ask Roe: I always make an effort to fit in, but I worry this is now coming across as desperate

How to Drink Better: There are many options if you like fruity, unoaked dry wines that are not too high in alcohol

It’s Honor’s 20th birthday

In more than a decade reporting on war, journalist Sally Hayden has witnessed unbearable cruelty and violence. But also, love – for partners, family and community

John Wilson: Tasting these wines with ancient roots can offer a happy adventure into the unknown

Kitchen gardeners can get carried away at this time of year - but there’s no point growing endless lines of turnips no one wants to eat

And don’t forget my top tip to avoid your food sticking to the grill

Remember to slice the steak against the grain after it has had a good rest

Don’t forget the important step of sealing the fish in the frying pan before introducing it to the barbecue

A skin infection, rejection from nursery, a bit of light shoplifting, and to top the day off, a not-entirely-glowing review of my new book

It’s Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a timely reminder to check your skin, wear SPF daily and take changing moles seriously

Phenomenal pasta, seasonal produce and massively skilful cooking in this new Dublin 8 spot

Relaunched restaurant in Fitzwilliam Hotel will reopen ‘in a number of weeks’, statement says

The couple can have spent years, and tens of thousands of euro, in an effort to produce a day that is fairytale perfect

Opened before the decriminalisation of homosexuality, The George has become Dublin’s best-known gay bar, a nightclub, a cabaret stage, and a local and a living archive

Love Story, the hit Disney+ show has renewed interest in Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s stylish, elegant wardrobe

By walking through Ireland, I carved a line of connection in time, not only to history, to the Gaelic Irish, but also, back to myself

A BA in Visual Arts organised by TU Dublin has been bringing students to the island off West Cork for 26 years. Some were so inspired by the immersion and isolation that they decided to stay

Breton-Young wants to be a role model for others keen on the sport, especially those aiming to compete at the world championships

When life challenges me, I turn to comforting books and cheerful TV

Ask Roe: ‘He repeatedly reassured me we were not in trouble but now he is saying I am the problem’

This happens more than you might think, and the causes can be hard to pin down

How to Drink Better: What started off as a relatively simple wine tasting quickly became something much more meaningful

The Dublin actor says the main trick to being a professional is doing the work and learning the lines. ‘And then just staying as healthy and as fit as you can. There’s no excuse’

There’s no ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach to managing weeds in your garden but the use of weedkiller is rarely justifiable

These new releases from around the country range in price from €49 to €99

You could go to all the trouble of making your own puff pastry for these simple dishes, but there’s really no need

Chorles has shacked up with Bernie and it’s actually making me sick. He’s all gooey-eyed and she’s hanging off him like a fisherman’s jumper

Remember to chill the diplomat cream while you’re getting the apple slices ready for the oven

Preheating the oven is crucial to your success with this very straightforward process