Index

Glenn Close in DublinFor the filming of Albert Nobbs, scripted by John Banville. How cool is that

'Horse Outside'The expletive-ridden Limerick hip-hop video is rocking the charts (see Róisín Ingle)

Russian hats and fake fur with everythingThis winter has more than a touch of the Dr Zhivagosabout it

Neil Jordan's forthcoming novelWatch out for this homage to Dublin

SledsThe must-have thing this winter. Order lightweight, red plastic ones from Nimble Fingers in Stillorgan, Dublin: €16.99 or €34.99 (with brakes)

Sunflower Seeds at Tate ModernAi Weiwei's installation could inspire similar projects in Ireland. It asks several questions, including: Are we powerless unless we act together?

Full cupboardsTime it right when you drop around to friends' houses at this time of year and a spread is almost guaranteed

High heel hangoversRemember to touch fingers to toes after taking off offending shoes to relax tendons

The great weather divideThose west of the Shannon are a bit tired of reports about Dublin's weather, complete with TV footage of the road outside RTÉ

Insulation debateAs a topic of conversation, fibre glass or wool leaves much to be desired

Walking on iceTwo cheap but effective solutions: chicken wire on shoes or covering your shoes with socks.

Complaining neighboursEvery house is entitled to one late-night party this season. Instead of calling the guards, why don't you join us?