Candlesticks, hip flasks and wishbones: rarer Irish silver is still sought after
Silverware may not be as fashionable as it once was but quirky and top quality early Irish Georgian pieces attract collector interest
Who cares for the carers? ‘If I was going to be able to help Tony I needed to get my own life back on track’
Learning how to care for yourself when caring for someone with a life-threatening or life-limiting condition is a necessity, not a luxury
‘When you live with domestic violence, you can never relax – even at nighttime’
The National Gallery offers a safe space for survivors of domestic violence to observe and create art as a way to deal with their trauma
Eileen Gray and Willy Rizzo feature at Adam’s sale for fans of mid-century modern
The combination of clean lines, functionality, simplicity and a lightness of touch is in vogue
Rory Gallagher: Renowned Irish blues musician’s guitars go on sale
The influential bluesman’s instrument collection will be sold in London. Meanwhile, in Bray, Mullen’s is bringing back the live auction
Private collection of ‘art whisperers’ Mary and Alan Hobart comes to market
Christie’s to sell 200 works by artists including Jack B Yeats, Eileen Agar and Mary Swanzy
Nordic walking in Phoenix Park: ‘You burn up to 40% more calories compared to normal walking’
It’s like walking on all fours. And the vibration of the poles is good for your bones. The sociable activity can also be suitable for people recovering from health problems
Buy work by Deborah Brown, a Belfast-born artist who is finally getting the recognition she deserves
The late artist is one of the first artists in Ireland to embrace abstraction, experiment with fibreglass, and engage with the international avant-garde
Palliative care: ‘I’ve had a good life.. a lot to be grateful for. But I’d still rather live’
At the Harold’s Cross facility, palliative care teams a help patients through the final stages of their lives by treating their pain and surrounding them with kindness
Irish art by Hughie O’Donoghue, Jack B Yeats, Paul Henry, William Orpen and Louis le Brocquy hits the market
Dealers say demand for Irish art remains very strong, as about 300 works come on sale in September
Pub memorabilia and advertising signs from bygone eras that will make for a nostalgic atmosphere
Victor Mee sale offers much of interest to collectors of branded mirrors, jugs and rare enamel signs
Lower back pain expert: ‘Scans rarely show the cause’
Factors including poor sleep, relationship stress and job dissatisfaction cause 90% of low back pain
One Health approach focusing on link between animal and human wellbeing key to preventing pandemics
Understanding immune response in animals pivotal to developing breeding techniques and more to prevent disease before animals sicken
Ireland’s pilgrim paths: ‘I only go to Mass for weddings and funerals now, but you experience the goodness of people on these walks’
Resurgence of interest in hiking with others along Irish ancient paths attracts committed atheists and those of strong faith
Collection of Irish modern art visionary goes to auction
Oliver Dowling, through his work with the Arts Council and his own gallery, was a leading figure in the Irish visual arts world