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Family's 'living nightmare' as toddler, 2, dies in pond on Christmas Day
Inquests
Hundreds of people donated to a fundraiser for the family after the tragedy
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Chris Rea's Irish roots as Driving Home for Christmas hitmaker dies, aged 74
Chris Rea
Winifred K. Slee was his mother while his father was an Italian named Camillo Rea
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'A very happy and joyful Christmas': President Catherine Connolly releases Christmas message
Christmas Day
"We think of those who are missing loved ones, those who may be struggling or without a home, those who are ill, and those who feel alone and lonely"
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Full list of everyday grocery items that have quietly surged in price across Ireland in 2025
Christmas
Inflation has risen by 3.2% over the past year, the highest annual rate since February 2024.
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Revealed: The Irish county most likely to see snow this Christmas
Snow
Specialists have looked at Met Éireann data to build a county-by-county model of “white-ish” Christmas odds
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Lidl opens luxury Christmas popup where €20 gets you a Michelin style feast
Lidl
Lidl is getting an early start on the festive season with its Christmas pop up in Dublin, where diners can enjoy a €20 luxury five course feast curated by chef Oliver Dunne, choosing between a traditional 'Nice' menu or a bolder 'Naughty' menu.
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Next Ireland bank holiday date as change for 2026 confirmed
August Bank Holiday
Ireland has 10 bank holidays in total for 2025 and the next one isn't too far away.
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'I didn't know I was pregnant until the baby came out - I was still wearing size 6'
Pregnancy
Childcare worker Kayleigh Tilley was shocked when she started bleeding on Christmas Day - and it was only when she was rushed to hospital she realised she was pregnant
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Cristiano Ronaldo enjoys Christmas in Lapland as Marcus Rashford sends message
Cristiano Ronaldo
Footballers are enjoying Christmas in different ways
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Inside Roy Keane's Christmas Day as former player recalls his festive spirit
Roy Keane
Roy Keane can enjoy the festivities a lot more since hanging up his boots
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People surprised at amount of time you have to wait before driving after Christmas drinks
Christmas
If you're planning on having a drink over the festive period, make sure you know the rules before you get behind the wheel the following day
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Irish Christmas supermarket opening hours for Tesco, Aldi, Lidl, Dunnes, Supervalu and more
Supermarkets
The opening hours for stores around Ireland will change in the lead up to Christmas and New Year's Day, so make sure you don't get caught out
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Busiest shopping hour for Irish men is on the day before Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
The busiest hour for in-store shopping by men was between 12pm and 1pm last December 23.
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Win 1 of 5 Mattel toy bundles in our fabulous competition, just in time for Christmas!
Christmas
Join our festive giveaway for a chance to win 1 of 5 amazing prize bundles including a Monster High® Haunted High School, an iconic bundle of Barbie® goodies and a stellar Thomas & Friends™ My First Range play set.
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Investigation into death of prisoner on Christmas Day uncovers series of errors by authorities
Prisons
The 28-year-old man was granted temporary release from Wheatfield Prison and was hospitalised two days later, dying at St. James's Hospital surrounded by family on December 25
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Are shops and petrol stations open on Christmas Day? All you need to know as changes announced
Christmas Day
Whether you’re a last-minute shopper or missed a crucial item on your Christmas shopping list, here are details of supermarket and petrol station opening times across Christmas and St Stephen's Day.
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How to beat bloating this Christmas - Expert tips from foods to avoid to relief techniques
Christmas Day
Tummy troubles and bloating are common complaints on Christmas Day, as many people are left feeling uncomfortable, in griping pain and sluggish. However, experts say a proactive approach can help us all be kinder to tums.
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Tesco's key dates for customers to start booking Christmas shopping
Tesco
Tesco has released some important dates for your diary so you can book in your Christmas shop in advance
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Pensioner who fought to keep dog from being put down after biting incident passes away
Dogs
Donal Rogers came to prominence this year amid a fight to save the life of his dog Kim.
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GMB's Adil Ray says Jesus, Mary and Joseph would be considered refugees if around today
Adil Ray
With people celebrating Christmas Day, Good Morning Britain presenter Adil Ray said people needed 'reminding' about Jesus, Mary and Joseph
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Amy Childs and Lucy Mecklenburgh lead stars sharing sweet Christmas Day snaps
Amy Childs
The Only Way Is Essex star Amy Childs and former TOWIE personality Lucy Mecklenburgh excitedly shared snaps of their warm and cosy Christmas mornings with their children
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Leona Lewis poses with her baby daughter amid daughter's first ever Christmas
Leona Lewis
The X Factor star Leona Lewis welcomed her daughter, Carmel Allegra, in July this year with her husband Dennis Jauch and is now celebrating the tot's first Christmas
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Will it snow in Ireland at Christmas? Weather data lists counties most likely to get the white stuff
Snow
Two parts of the country are tied for the top spot
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Tina Turner says UK has felt like 'second home' ahead of Christmas Day documentary
Tina Turner
Tina Turner has spoken about the support she has received from fans in the UK over the course of her career, ahead of a new documentary about her love affair with the country airing soon
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