Useless, unsuitable or insulting? The bad gifts you got for Christmas could be just what someone else is looking for
Charity shops urge public to donate the presents they would rather forget
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Using the right bin can save money and reduce environmental impact
Our recycling rate has not improved in a decade: here’s some tips on how to dispose of our waste properly
My sister was dying of cancer. A Christmas gift helped to process it
Julie had been diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer at 59-years-old. Early on, her oncologist had told us we’d be lucky to have five more Decembers together
Women are far more likely to re-gift unwanted presents than men
Sizeable percentage of Irish shoppers also unsure of rights when returning faulty goods, notes study
‘There used to be queues round the block’: Staff outnumber shoppers four to one in one Grafton Street store
Staff outnumber shoppers four to one in one Dublin store with bargain-hunters thin on the ground for St Stephen’s Day
The seven deadly things you should never buy a child at Christmas
Consider this a free life-lesson in what not to buy for a child. Or, alternatively, what to buy for the child of a sworn enemy
Still time to pick up a brilliant beauty buy for a last-minute Christmas gift
Guaranteed to impress even the most discerning beauty lover – no wrapping required
‘Christmas in Dublin remains something unmatched in my heart’: readers on what’s best about coming home for Christmas
As a festive influx from abroad begins, one reader has booked out a full row on a Ryanair flight for her return to Ireland
From Anne Enright to Dr Seuss: eight of the best books to read at Christmas
These books will leave both adults and children feeling a little bit more festive
Need a gift for your host this Christmas? Make it more than just a bottle of wine
If you’ve been invited for Christmas drinks or dinner, here are some ideas for presents that say thank you in style
Oh, parfum! Pick a delicious Irish scent for your loved one this Christmas
In a world full of endless fragrance options, why not break away from the crowd and try something new – and Irish
Irish Christmas gift guide 2024: Ideas for last-minute shopping
Christmas is just days away. If you are among those still looking for presents, help is at hand with our gift guides
John Wilson: The ultimate gift guide for the wine-lover in your life
How to Drink Better: It is always better to buy one bottle of good wine than three or four average bottles
Daughter Number Four has been sucked into the slimosphere. We naively enabled it
Seán Moncrieff: Despite her earnest promises to be careful, it of course got into every nook and corner
From root to tip: the best gardening books of 2024
In search of some great gardening books to entertain, inspire and inform you over Christmas? Fionnuala Fallon offers her top choices
Eight books by Irish authors for children and teenagers, all perfect for Christmas
Christmas reads for everyone from little adventurers to teen romantacy fans
Christmas morning tech frenzy: ensure batteries are charged, updates installed and old devices backed up
Planning ahead will pay dividends with a less stressful gift-giving experience
Christmas gifts for the foodie who has everything
Irish-made cheffy utensils from The Bear? A beautiful handmade basket for spuds? These ideas are sure to surprise hard-to-buy-for food lovers
Ireland’s hospitality experts share their favourite drinks to enjoy at Christmas
Sommeliers and hospitality experts give their say on drinks perfect for those cosy winter nights
Average cost of Irish Christmas rises to over €1,000
Most people say they will use savings to pay for Christmas, but one in five will go into debt
‘Trust me, I’m a family Christmas expert and these are the rules to live by’
Create time for yourself to enjoy the magic of the season, and take as much of Christmas Eve off as possible
An A to Z of Christmas gifts for gardeners: Trees, tools, calendars, furniture and more
Searching for the perfect Christmas present for the gardener in your life? Here are our top suggestions
Christmas gifts: Eleven last-minute presents for the home
All hosts will appreciate a tasteful, fun addition to their kitchen or diningroom
Shop for gifts this Christmas in Dublin’s antiques quarter
Rare books, antique glasses, walking sticks and vintage furniture among items on offer in Dublin 8 area
Gadgets for the techie in your life this Christmas
From a Playstation 5 to the Dyson Airstrait, there is something out there at every price point
Sabrina Carpenter earrings to Fontaines DC T-shirts: Christmas gifts for music lovers
From a Chappell Roan T-shirt to Sabrina Carpenter’s Espresso earrings, we’ve got you sorted
Christmas gift ideas: 100 Irish websites to get your shopping sorted
We’ve compiled a list of 100 Irish websites packed with Christmas present potential, from the handmade to the ridiculous
Gardening tools that will last a lifetime if treated right
A bad day’s gardening is often the result of shoddy tools, so invest well in your implements
From surprise charges to new scams: The perils of Christmas online shopping
Occasional delivery issues aside, there will be other things online shoppers will have to contend with that can be equally, if not more, problematic, such as taxes
Five of the best beauty gifts for Christmas from Irish brands
Simone Gannon’s handpicked selection of festive gifts includes something for every beauty lover, from make-up and fragrance to haircare and wellness
Christmas gifts: The best stocking fillers for under €50
Jewellery, stationery, food and fashion ideas for him and her
Standout jewellery for the Christmas party season
Whether you're looking for precious metals, something personalised or fun costume jewellery, we've got you covered
Luxury gifts: diamonds, watches and art deco brooches under the hammer
Put some sparkle under the tree this Christmas, or give the gift of time, with Cartier gem sets, yellow diamonds and Patek Philippe watches up for auction
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Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
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