It’s Christmas
Christmas tech: Apps to inspire your food choices
Sick of turkey and ham? Here are some apps to help cut down on food fatigue – and waste
Time to ditch the sales and shop second-hand instead
Ethical and affordable, second-hand shopping has sharpened its fashion credentials
How to wipe your data from your smartphone
Christmas tech: Keep some control of your private data and wipe your device
Michael Harding: ‘Christmas 2019 is a return to the things of the heart’
I notice again what is beautiful in the Christian tradition, rather than being defeated by it
Cork man in New York gives Christmas tradition stamp of approval
Rubber stamp maker John Casey hosts a Christmas party every year in his tiny shop
10 great family walks for Christmas
A breezy, pulse-raising walk together on one of these undemanding circuits is a gift
The 2019 Irish Times Christmas Prize Quiz
Test your knowledge of the past 12 months with these 100 questions – and you could win a prize
Fintan O'Toole: We need to sing a Christmas lullaby to ourselves
Embedded in the Nativity is the universal human experience of being cared for
All I want for Christmas is an anti-consumerist backlash
Seasonal indulgence may be forgiven, but the ‘too much stuff’ message is cutting through
Ross O’Carroll-Kelly: ‘Is anyone going to own up to this Kris Kindle? Is this some kind of joke?’
I love playing Santa Claus. The adulation brings me back to my schools’ rugby days
When Brian Lenihan played Santa Claus for Ireland’s refugees
From the Archive: A 1979 Christmas party for Vietnamese refugees saw coconut cake and Molly Malone
Christmas weather: mixed outlook with no chance of snow
Christmas Day will start cold and frosty with sunny spells before cloudier conditions arrive
This year’s top 10 Christmas conversation killers
Greta Thunberg, Maria Bailey and vaping: A round-up of the subjects to avoid this Christmas
Higgins calls for ‘spirit of hospitality’ in Christmas message
Festive speech focuses on plight of those seeking ‘protection and shelter’ in Ireland
Christmas tech: smart toys to keep the kids entertained – and educated
It’s cutting it fine, but there are still some tech toys out there for kids
We Make Good, the social enterprise linking designers and makers
Gorgeous gifts come guilt-free from this Irish initiative that is a model of how to do things right
The last Christmas I spent in Ireland was 12 years ago
My first Christmases in Oz never felt right. Now I know what this time of year is really about
Forget socks and jocks: Last-minute Christmas gifts they’ll really thank you for
Don't panic - we've got you covered with this list of thoughtful gift ideas for every budget
For some Irish emigrants, New York has been a fairy tale
Christmas at the New York Irish Center is a chance to reminisce and share the emigrant experience
Commercialising Christmas has a long and complicated history
Stores were opening till midnight back in 1867 and, even now, too often we just buy unwanted junk
Cooking Christmas dinner: The ultimate guide to the big day
Donal Skehan, Neven Magure, Lilly Higgins and more plan the festive feast
Last minute? Don’t panic! We’ve loads of stylish gifts
These trinkets and treasures are guaranteed to be well-received
Every Christmas my uncle gave me shampoo. My brothers got cash
Family Fortunes: Mam always rose to the occasion. Christmas will not be the same
Hilary Fannin: Don’t lose your Fitbit in the turkey and other Christmas advice
For last-minute gift ideas, try a bamboo toilet roll from Gwyneth Paltrow – only $30 each
Test your knowledge with the Christmas Tech Quiz
How well do you know your apps, wearables and the movers and shakers?
Christmas tech: the high-end smartphones
Need something with a little more power in your pocket? We have it covered
Strapped for cash? Here's how to do Christmas on a budget
Tips on how to manage money at the most wonderful - and most expensive - time of year
Christmas in Cork: Powerful video promotes Down syndrome positivity
Seasonal song shows people with Down syndrome can have strong loving relationships
Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You reaches US No 1 after 25 years
Only Fairytale of New York matches 1994 song for longevity in Ireland’s top 50
Irish abroad: How and where will you be spending Christmas?
We’re looking for readers to share their festive plans and stories with us
How to cook Christmas: Stuffing and gravy made easy
Christmas Dinner Part II: All you need to know to put a great meal on the table
Not meaning to crib but . . . timing of most nativity scenes is off
Christmas cribs overcrowded, with several characters arriving too early, says bishop
Sentiments behind nativity play are universal and a great life lesson
Compassion, empathy, charity – no one faith can have an exclusive claim over these
Una Mullally: How to combat misinformation this Christmas
Christmas dinner is as good a place as any to promote literacy on internet algorithms
Mobile-free zone: Go old-school with family-friendly board games
Forget Fortnite, nix Netflix and dig out some old-fashioned board games for quality family time
Christmas tech: Bluetooth headphones to block out the world
Over-ear noise cancelling headphones are a sanity-saver for commuting
We have two Christmases every year: when Polish and Irish traditions meet
One Polish-Irish couple reveal how they marry their different ways of celebrating Christmas
Hotels offer five-star luxury over Christmas but at a price
Lego rooms, movies, falconry and long walks some of the activities on offer during hotel stay
Fancy Feet: from evening flats to bejewelled heels, the best shoes for party season
No festive ensemble is complete without the right pair of party-ready shoes
Love Island’s Greg O’Shea: ‘All that matters is that you spend Christmas with your loved ones’
My Perfect Christmas: winner of Love Island 2019 Greg O’Shea on what makes a perfect Chirstmas
Christmas tech: Retro games find new fans with mini consoles
Consoles may come and go, but Mario, it seems, is a constant
Our 15 favourite beauty gift sets for spreading a little joy this Christmas
From a €12 L’Occitane festive bauble to a €364 ghd hair-tool set, these suit all budgets
Christmas Tech: Five smartwatches that won’t burn your wallet (much)
Smart watches aren’t cheap but there are options for those on a budget of €250 or less
The pubs of Christmas: Five bars worth a visit
From festive cocktails to bespoke decorations, these award-winning bars offer something different
‘It’s above you’: How the Gaiety made Aladdin’s magic carpet fly
Meet Daryn Crosbie and the colourful crew behind the Gaiety panto
10 steps to reduce your carbon footprint this Christmas
With a little effort, we can all minimise our impact on the environment during the holiday season
50 tips for a more sustainable (and cheaper) Christmas
Being more environmentally conscious can be kinder to our pockets, too
So many tears: Conor Pope takes his daughter on her first visit to Santa
I’m pretty sure she asked ‘who in the name of Baby Jesus is this crazy-looking man?’
Deck the halls: ‘We go for the more is more approach to Christmas decorating’
White lights or coloureds, tinsel or holly – every household has its own traditions
Spread a little garden love this Christmas
From “Brexit” seeds to hanging pots – what to give the green fingered person in your life
How to dress your table in style for Christmas Day
Best in Class: Here are nine ideas to get you going as you plan your festive feasts
10 great tech gift ideas for Christmas
Tech a look at these . . . These cool devices will delight the techies in your life
Christmas gifts for kids: What to buy for every budget from €7 to €320
Little ones will be thrilled to find one of these in their stocking
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas . . .
When decorating your house and table, give it the wow factor with some tips from the experts
David Norris: ‘I hate Fairytale of New York. It’s exasperating’
All I want for Christmas... Senator David Norris recalls his childhood Christmases
Tired of turkey? Try this Christmas goose dinner
Two chefs reveal old-school dishes they love, and a sommelier Christmas wine tips
Make good choices and make them now before you set foot on Christmas battlefield
’Tis the season to be jolly but for some it’s also the season to walk on eggshells
Christmas get-togethers: tips form the experts
Three experts share their tips on hosting the perfect festive get-together
I’m dreaming of a green Christmas . . . great eco-friendly gifts
Show you care about the environment by giving a plastic-free, eco-friendly gift this year
Government stalling gift voucher law for Black Friday PR stunt, FF claims
Legislation will force traders to accept gift cards for at least five years after purchase
