COPD: ‘Giving up cigarettes was the best day’s work I ever did’
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is the fourth leading cause of death in Ireland
The story behind the object: upcoming sales of antique furniture, art and historic prints
Upcoming sales have plenty to interest lovers of clocks, historical prints, china and chandeliers. Or how about a collection of ornamental clowns?
Ireland lags other countries on reusing building materials, but how can we close the gap?
The State’s Environmental Protection Agency is hoping new measures will reduce wastage
Lesser-known symptoms of diabetes, heart disease, dementia and Parkinson’s
Significant but not well-known indicators can be missed without good detective work from medical teams
Life after the death of my mother: You enter new territory where no one ever wants to go
It’s important to talk about your grief even if you can sometimes struggle to articulate how you actually feel - and there is also a time for silence
Asian art: Arm yourself with knowledge of Japanese Kobudo before Adam’s sale
With a spotlight on Vietnamese art, the auction also features more than 100 Japanese prints in the Ukiyo-e style
A call to climate action
What needs to happen to save ourselves, our species and planet? Eight climate-conscious individuals offer their take
Dublin Gallery Weekend to feature exhibitions, talks and guided tours
Plus: a preview of Sotheby’s Modern British and Irish Art auction at the RHA, and an Old Masters auction at Adam’s
Candlesticks, hip flasks and wishbones: rarer Irish silver is still sought after
Silverware may not be as fashionable as it once was but quirky and top quality early Irish Georgian pieces attract collector interest
Who cares for the carers? ‘If I was going to be able to help Tony I needed to get my own life back on track’
Learning how to care for yourself when caring for someone with a life-threatening or life-limiting condition is a necessity, not a luxury
‘When you live with domestic violence, you can never relax – even at nighttime’
The National Gallery offers a safe space for survivors of domestic violence to observe and create art as a way to deal with their trauma
Eileen Gray and Willy Rizzo feature at Adam’s sale for fans of mid-century modern
The combination of clean lines, functionality, simplicity and a lightness of touch is in vogue
Rory Gallagher: Renowned Irish blues musician’s guitars go on sale
The influential bluesman’s instrument collection will be sold in London. Meanwhile, in Bray, Mullen’s is bringing back the live auction
Private collection of ‘art whisperers’ Mary and Alan Hobart comes to market
Christie’s to sell 200 works by artists including Jack B Yeats, Eileen Agar and Mary Swanzy
Nordic walking in Phoenix Park: ‘You burn up to 40% more calories compared to normal walking’
It’s like walking on all fours. And the vibration of the poles is good for your bones. The sociable activity can also be suitable for people recovering from health problems