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Christmas

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Are you working over the Christmas holidays?
How can you dial down the stress of Christmas?
Taoiseach grants Santa permission to enter Irish airspace on Christmas Eve
There had been concern that Christmas could be delayed this year due to key ports being damaged during Storm Darragh.
Harris signed the authorisation document in Leister House yesterday, in one of the first acts of the 34th Dáil.
It is understood that Santa's workshop has received all the parts needed to make a toy for every child in Ireland.
However, the Taoiseach said that, as usual, Santa will be working off the Naughty and Nice list - and he will be checking it twice.
Have you been impacted by the Holyhead delays? We want to hear from you
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Have you sent Christmas cards?
Opinion: I've had a hard look at my drinking, and I'm having a sober curious Christmas
Niamh O'Reilly
Have you finished your Christmas shopping yet?
The history of Christmas in Ireland: Switzer’s, pantos and crane for dinner
Dr Niav Gallagher
UK parcels arriving in Ireland from alternative ports as An Post deals with Holyhead closure
First aid and welfare area set up in Dublin city centre for three busy nights ahead of Christmas
'They don't look upset': Green Party deputy Lord Mayor defends Dublin's live animal crib
Lynn Boylan: The EU must do better on toxic chemicals in toys
Lynn Boylan
Parenting: Looking forward to Christmas? No, me neither
Margaret Lynch
'Season's Greetings': Santa writes letter to Irish children with tips for sending wish lists
Do you put up a real or fake Christmas tree?
Chief Medical Officer urges uptake of flu and Covid-19 vaccines in run-up to Christmas
Average expected spend on Christmas rises to almost €1,200
The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission found that one in five people also plan to borrow to fund their spending this Christmas.
Do you feel stressed by the Christmas build-up?
One in 10 admit drink driving this year as Christmas road safety drive launched
Christmas FM is back tomorrow - here's how to listen in your area
Parenting: Social media is teaching kids how to live unattainable, high-end lives
Margaret Lynch
Staying safe in your home over Christmas: Tips and tricks to see you through the festive period
Having guests over this Christmas? These simple tasks will elevate your festive party
Flowerpop's Heather Condren on being an accidental florist and streamlining her blooming business
Deck the halls: Six Christmas decorating trends to try this year
Have you started your Christmas shopping yet?
Christmas lights switched on at Grafton Street with help from Little Blue Heros reps
Have you started your Christmas shopping?
Is it too early to play Christmas music?
Blessing of planes to continue at Dublin Airport despite reports the custom was to be scrapped
Barnardos appeal for unwanted Christmas gifts to help fund the charity's work
Larry Donnelly: 10 more movies to watch this Christmas
Larry Donnelly
Childline was contacted by more than 1,000 children over Christmas
Quiz: How well do you remember these movies featuring Santa?
Therapist: The key to minding yourself this Christmas? Nurture your routine
Monica Jackman
Quiz: How well do you remember these Christmas Day news stories and historical events?
Dog behaviourist: How to keep your dog calm and happy through the Christmas chaos
Suzi Walsh
Dreams of a white Christmas growing fainter due to climate change