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# Christmas

Drivers urged to slow down this Christmas as minister says no family wants to get that knock on the door
There has been a rise in road deaths, with 171 losing their lives so far this year.
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26th November 2023 - 30th November 2023
Christmas FM is back on the airwaves from midday tomorrow
It’s the most wonderful time of the year.
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Mon 1:06 PM
'Better than John Lewis': Heartwarming Christmas ad for Enniskillen pub gains millions of views
Una Burns, the manager of Charlie’s Bar, said they wanted to provide a Christmas advert that would hopefully “resonate with people”.
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Mon 8:47 AM
Poll: Have you put up your Christmas tree yet?
Is it too early? Or is it the right time?
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Sun 12:28 PM
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19th November 2023 - 25th November 2023
Quiz: Where are these famous Christmas markets?
Christmas markets originated in Germany, but are now held across the world.
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Sat 10:00 PM
Christmas ceremonies around Dublin get underway this weekend
Dublin City Council listed its tree-lighting ceremonies this year.
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Nov 23rd 2023, 7:43 AM
This month
November 2023
M&S apologises for ad out-take showing burning Christmas party hats in Palestine flag colours
The image has since been removed ‘following feedback’ and M&S has apologised for ‘any unintentional hurt caused’.
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Nov 2nd 2023, 8:32 AM
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October 2023
Poll: Have you started your Christmas shopping?
There are 55 days left until Christmas.
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Oct 31st 2023, 9:52 AM
Poll: Is it too early for shops to sell Christmas things?
Halloween hasn’t yet passed, but shops are ploughing ahead with the Christmas displays.
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Oct 15th 2023, 11:18 AM
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2023
Poll: Do you celebrate Nollaig na mBan?
Nollaig na mBan is a traditional day for women to relax after a busy Christmas period.
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Jan 6th 2023, 11:26 AM
The Irish For: Jolabokaflod - a look at Iceland's Christmas books tradition
Darach Ó Séaghdha looks at how people in Iceland focus on books over the holiday season.
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Jan 1st 2023, 8:30 AM
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2022
Poll: Will you regift any Christmas presents?
Or is there no such thing as an unwanted present in your life?
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Dec 30th 2022, 9:30 AM
Poll: When will you take down your Christmas decorations?
Will you wait until 6 January or have you taken everything down already?
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Dec 29th 2022, 10:07 AM
Scattered showers to come this week
New Year’s Eve will be dry with lowest temperatures of 3 degrees.
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Dec 27th 2022, 2:11 PM
UK police believe woman killed in Christmas Eve pub shooting was not intended target
Police named the victim as Elle Edwards today.
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Dec 26th 2022, 3:24 PM
Quiz: How well do you remember these Christmas movies from the '00s?
Test your festive knowledge.
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Dec 25th 2022, 10:00 PM
Player Ratings: The best food to eat over the Christmas period
Let us know your favourite.
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Dec 25th 2022, 4:00 PM
Opinion: As Ukrainians, we remember how Christmas looked for us until this year
Ukrainian journalist Polina Bashkina looks at how Christmas has traditionally been celebrated at home.
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Dec 25th 2022, 2:38 PM
Home Alone tops the poll of Ireland's favourite Christmas movies
Is your fave in the list, or are you not a Christmas movies fan?
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Dec 25th 2022, 12:00 PM
Christmas explained: How and why did the festival begin and when did it become so secular?
It’s an important Christian holiday, but why do we celebrate it tomorrow.
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Dec 24th 2022, 9:00 PM
Rainy Christmas Day under the tree with temperatures to hover around six to 10 degrees
St Stephen’s Day looks set to be cold but brighter.
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Dec 24th 2022, 5:37 PM
Aer Lingus flight from New York to Dublin cancelled due to technical issue with plane
The airline has pledged to ensure all affected passengers leave New York by tomorrow evening.
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Dec 24th 2022, 3:18 PM
How to track Santa's trip around the world tonight
He’s on his way as we speak!
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Dec 24th 2022, 3:05 PM
Polar bears gifted kayak for Christmas at UK wildlife park
“They will try to sink them, play with them, flip them over.”
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Dec 24th 2022, 2:06 PM
Poll: Do you have a Christmas crib in your house?
We’ve examined the origins of the traditional nativity scene.
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Dec 24th 2022, 9:30 AM
How accurate are our Christmas cribs?
Is it problematic to depict the Holy Family as being white, and why do some Spanish cribs have a defecating figurine?
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Dec 24th 2022, 6:30 AM
Parents living in emergency accommodation 'anxious about giving children a decent Christmas'
Over 3,000 children are currently homeless in Ireland.
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Dec 24th 2022, 12:10 AM
10 binge-worthy TV series to stream this Christmas season
Here are some new and older series to get stuck into.
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Dec 23rd 2022, 10:00 PM
Opinion: Children with parents in prison are silently serving sentences of their own this Christmas
At Christmas time, children have extremely limited access to their parents in prison, writes Saoirse Brady of the Irish Penal Reform Trust.
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Dec 23rd 2022, 12:29 PM
Dog behaviourist: Tips for keeping your pooch safe and well this Christmas
Suzi Walsh has some tips for dog owners who want things to run smoothly over the holidays.
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Dec 23rd 2022, 7:00 AM
Quiz: How well do you know these animated Christmas films?
Do you remember these festive favourites?
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Dec 22nd 2022, 9:00 PM
Trailer Watch: Which Christmas film will you watch this weekend?
Here are a few options for festive watching.
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Dec 22nd 2022, 8:30 PM
Christmas Fare: Pastry chef Shane Smith has some delicious recipes for you
Try Shane’s “Do Ahead Desserts” that are guaranteed to make your life and Christmas Day all the sweeter.
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Dec 22nd 2022, 7:00 PM
No White Christmas in sight as temperatures return to normal
Over the next week temperatures will be relatively warm, reaching their peak on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
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Dec 21st 2022, 2:56 PM
CMO urges people with new Covid-like symptoms to stay at home over Christmas
Prof Breda Smyth is advising people with flu-like symptoms to avoid Christmas parties and meeting family
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Dec 20th 2022, 3:44 PM
3,000 people queue to receive Christmas food vouchers at Capuchin Day Centre
Those working at the centre told The Journal that there is more demand for the service now than ever.
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Dec 20th 2022, 1:03 PM
Poll: Do you send Christmas cards?
Do you have a Christmas-card list, and are you checking it twice?
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Dec 20th 2022, 8:29 AM
Quiz: How well do you remember these Christmas movies from the 90s?
Test your festive knowledge.
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Dec 18th 2022, 10:00 PM
Stress, social anxiety and safe words: Navigating Christmas family visits
A relationship expert gives his advice on meeting the in-laws and discussing sensitive topics over dinner.
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Dec 18th 2022, 8:30 AM
Poll: Do you want it to snow for Christmas?
Are you dreaming of a white Christmas?
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Dec 17th 2022, 12:05 PM
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