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  • Bourne again

    Matt Damon There was a time when, despite his Oscar, Matt Damon seemed destined to provide endless punchlines for Hollywood satirists. Then he starred in The Bourne Identity , a surprise hit that relaunched the actor's career and helped to make him Hollywood's most bankable star. As the film's third instalment heads for cinemas, he tells Donald Clarke about tough guys, changing nappies and holidaying with Ben Affleck p

  • The next big thing

    Michael Scott Michael Scott's series of books for young readers is being hailed as the new Harry Potter . Róisín Ingle meets the former bookseller who's had Hollywood come calling. p

  • The baby battle

    One in six couples are now seeking medical help to achieve their dream of a baby. The visibility of older celebrity mums could be lulling women into a false sense of security, writes Fiona McPhillips p
Magazine Features

  • All shook up

    Conor Bowman , an Elvis fan since he was a boy, had always vowed to visit Graceland, the singer's home. Now, 30 years after Presley's death, what would the reality be like? p

  • Have a ball

    Going to France for the Rugby World Cup next month? Susan Owens has some advice for making the most of the host cities. p

  • Singing the blues

    They are the quintessentially American fashion item, but heading up Levi's European design team is an Irishman, writes Deirdre McQuillan p

  • Foodies of the future

    It's more important than ever that kids are inspired to take an interest in what they eat, and the FoodActive camps encourage just that, writes Marie-Claire Digby p
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  • Opening lines

    I'm a little teapot The British may have beaten us with their fondness for afternoon tea, but it turns out the Irish are second in the world when it comes to drinking char. p

  • I made it myself

    Kerry O'Hare, Painter p

  • My big week

    Christine O'Sullivan , Rose of Tralee chaperone p

  • Planet matters

    Jane Powers on Ireland's carbon footprint p

  • What's going on

    August 11-17th p
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  • I'm on your side babe

    She was born on July 24th. She's not mine, but somehow I feel a nagging responsibility. I could be a decent enough mentor, I suppose. Teach her a few things. How to blag her way into concerts and busk for hamburgers in the London Underground. If she'd let me, I could help her with all kinds of important stuff. p
Food and WineBack to Top

  • GB Shaw's, Killarney

    Eating out: It seemed like a good idea to start a mini-tour of the southwest, as so many tourists do, in Killarney, and to check out the expensively appointed Muckross Park Hotel, which was opened by the Taoiseach and which called in Joanna Lumley to mark its elevation to five-star status. p

  • The ultimate comfort food

    Eating in: A perfectly roasted chicken is still the ultimate comfort food, writes Hugo Arnold p

  • Vintage campaign

    Champagne houses push the boat out when they launch a prestigious product, writes Joe Breen p

  • Bottles of the week

    Berry Bros & Rudd Brut Rosé Champagne, Marks & Spencer Sancerre Rouge, 2005, Hubert Brochard and Campi Flegrei 2006, Falanghina, Cantine Farro p

  • Fancy an Indian?

    Catherine Cleary on real Indian food, from the kitchen at award-winning restaurant Rasam p

  • Indian cusine

    Rasam chef Avinash Mohan's favourite Indian recipes p

  • I want one of those

    The Microplane grater p
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  • Modern moment

    John Butler on his complicated relationship with his sister's bike p
Fashion and BeautyBack to Top

  • Strike gold

    It's a colour that brings instant sunshine - and looks great with a bit of vintage. Team it with pale make-up, for a spot-lit look, and you'll see how gold can be white hot. p

  • Clothesline

    Vuitton value If you're not a fan of Louis Vuitton bags (and many people are scared off by the prices and the endless imitations), some of this winter's new offerings might make you change your mind. p

  • About face

    Phyl Clarke on an old favourite, and some tempting new limited editions p
GardensBack to Top

  • Tipperary tapestry

    Mildred Stokes's inspiring garden is a harmonious mix of colour and texture p
InteriorsBack to Top

  • In search of space

    With clever design, a small house need not feel cramped and cluttered, as a compact Dublin property demonstrates. p
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