Opinion
New folk museum a “treasure trove”
By John Fitzgerald (Part One) A new museum in the heart of the county is drawing visitors from all over the South East. It nestles in the tiny village of Newmarket, and looks set to complement the internationally acclaimed Famine Garden- Gáirdín an Ghorta- which commemorates the Great Hunger of the 1840s. The Gáirdín an Ghorta Farm …
It’s a hoofler and a right lasher…!
FURTHERMORE By Gerry Moran I found myself in Cork last week. FOUND myself in Cork! You’d swear I was lost. Actually, I did get lost which I’ll get to later. Getting to Cork is not a problem, getting around the city is the problem. We’re looking for the Wilton Shopping Centre. We’re heading there not …
So, could AI solve your money troubles?
BY JOHN ELLIS, FINANCIAL ADVISOR How would you feel about never having to open your banking app again? Bills paid automatically, better savings rates found for you, fraud spotted in seconds and even your salary quietly split between ‘needs’ and ‘wants’ in the background? This is the dream banks are now chasing with artificial intelligence …
Can war be waged without killing?
AS I SEE IT BY MARIANNE HERON The recent fuel protests by farmers and hauliers illustrated a useful point. It’s possible to win wars and gain concessions without bloodshed. The principle is simple, you deprive the other side of something that is vital for survival. In unarmed one-to-one combat you deprive your opponent of air …
Who cares for our legion of carers?
THE FACT OF THE MATTER BY PAUL HOPKINS To borrow from the Liberator Daniel O’Connell, if you throw your hat over any community in Ireland, you’d hit someone, many even, volunteering as a full-time carer. According to Family Carers Ireland, there are 500,000 carers, often working silently away, often unseen by many. They save the …
Nicky Roche-Absent Without Leave in Callan
By John Fitzgerald Many Callan men flocked to join the defence forces over the years, but at least one of them didn’t share his comrades’ fondness for army life. Nicky Roche of Kilbride (and later Mill Street) became allergic to the marching, training, saluting, parade ground antics, and just about anything of a military nature …
Sneezes, pollen, and unexpected allergy chaos
CHOICES SHAPE YOUR FUTURE By Judith Ashton This time of year can cause suffering for so many people due to pollen which can trigger :sneezing, itchy eyes, runny nose and other symptoms. It’s a time of dread for those with seasonal allergies. I am allergic to cigarette smoke, female cats and Royal Jelly which is …
The ego shouts. Wisdom whispers. And more…
FURTHERMORE By Gerry Moran “Are you emotional?” I was asked. We were having our regular friendly drinks together. “Am I what?” I replied. “I get emotional watching the Angelus.” And I do. I got very emotional watching that scene they used to air a while back: a mother and daughter, with special needs, making a …
Why is fibre so important?
BY CLAIR WHITTY Fibre is one of the most overlooked nutrients in our diet, and it plays a vital role in maintaining overall health and preventing disease. It’s found only in plant-based foods. When we think of fibre we think of maintaining good digestion and healthy bowel function so that we don’t get constipated. This …
Where being insured could save us all money
AS I SEE IT BY MARIANNE HERON Bills can induce a nasty sinking feeling can’t they? Especially insurance bills. The sums involved are large, getting bigger by the year, and, unless you have a problem, you generally don’t get anything back …. except peace of mind. By the time you insure your health, you home …
