Index

EgyptologyTutankhamun – His Tomb and his Treasure coming to the RDS in February. Reproductions only, but hey. Tickets already on sale

Being nicer to one anotherIt's essential

The Swimming Naked ProphecyMermaid Arts Centre in Bray invited 25 artists to respond to this Warren Buffet quote: "Only when the tide goes out do you discover who's been swimming naked"

New cafe in Tower RecordsGreat place to congregate, like old High Fidelity-type days. Food – and brownies! – by one of the former maestros from Gruel

HitchhikingOh, you wild thing. An acceptably daring thing to do in wintry conditions

Silver liningsJazz up your old coat or old reliable winter suit with shocking pink, stripes or a florid new lining. A tailor will do the job

iloveshopping.ieFree service provided by An Post (has a nostalgic ring to it, doesn't it?) to help businesses promote their wares. There are 600 shops online so far

Bad news junkiesThey're everywhere, and they hang out with legions of armchair economists. Remember to change the subject from time to time

Going forwardLet's ban this odious phrase once and for all, right now

Aviva StadiumUnder-pitch heating? It might be regulation but what about the polar bears? No wonder the ticket prices are so, eh, unsustainable

Breakfast not includedA hotel quotes you a rate, then the next morning is says breakfast is not included. Breakfast should always be included. Meanwhile, remember to ask