Magazine

In the Firing Line
Dublin's firefighters are proud of their joint role as paramedics. So why are they facing calls for reform?

The History of Christmas Jumpers
The story of how Christmas jumpers went from cringe to cool.

The Enduring Relevance of A Christmas Carol
Celebrate Christmas the way Charles Dickens imagined it.

A Short Guide to Christmas Traditions
From advent calendars to gingerbread men, where did our favourite Christmas traditions begin?

The Belgians Do It Bettter
We travel to Brussels for the sights, sounds and smells of a real Christmas market.

The Irish Greeting the World’s Refugees
From travelling to Greece to running schemes in Ireland, we talk to the Irish volunteers helping refugees find a home.

Tattooing For a New Generation
Tattooing is becoming an art form in itself, aided by platforms like Instagram.

Why Margaret Atwood is Forever Relevant
The Handmaid's Tale and Alias Grace make it clear: Margaret Atwood has a message for every generation.

The Green Party’s Great Hope
Catherine Martin, the Green Party's Deputy Leader, talks about her party's electoral fortunes and what she thinks of Leo Varadkar.

Where Football and Faith Meet
From an accident of birth or baptism, many fans find 'their' team. But what drives this passion for football?