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Dolly Parton performs on stage in London on 19 March 29 1983

7 costume ideas for Halloween 2026

There is plenty of inspiration to pull from this year, from the summer's hit movies and trending TV shows to beloved stars who passed away and some very specific Irish memes to riff off on.

Living • 3 hrs

Cheerful woman walking In Dublin old town

Things to do in Dublin this weekend (October 2-4)

From Halloween headpieces to Baroque A Cappella, there is plenty happening in Dublin this weekend.

Living • 19 hrs

4 spots in Ireland among winners at the World Spa Awards 2026

Founded in 2015 to highlight the successes of the wellness industry, the awards connect spa specialists and celebrate the leaders in the industry, which has boomed in popularity in recent years.

Living • 30 Sep

common house spider on a smooth tile floor seen from ground level in a kitchen in a residential home

This is why spider season has started early this year

"Spider season is fantastic", claims Collie Ennis, a possibly deeply unpopular opinion but one entirely fitting the Biodiversity Officer and Zoology research associate at Trinity College Dublin.

Living • 01 Oct

Why Peugeot's electric hatch is more than just nostalgia

From 205 GTI to E-208 GTI: Why Peugeot's electric hatch is more than just nostalgia.

Motors • 3 hrs

Jennifer Lopez attends the Stella McCartney Womenswear Spring/Summer 2027 show

Lopez sits front row for Stella McCartney's rain-soaked show

Miranda Kerr and Karlie Kloss walked the runway as the British designer celebrated 25 years of her label with an ocean-inspired collection.

Fashion • 01 Oct

Eunice Power's toffee apple cake

This cake is pudding-like in its softness, reminiscent of a sticky toffee classic.

Food • 16 hrs

Woman's hand using baking soda powder for eco-friendly stain removal.

How to get stubborn sweat stains out of white clothes

Before you retire another white T-shirt because of stubborn yellow underarms, cleaning experts explain what will really work.

Living • 01 Oct

Susannah Constantine: I don't want to fight my body

The former What Not to Wear presenter says age and experience have made her more confident.

Living • 01 Oct

A model at the DIFW opening ceremony show 2026

DIFW: Inside the push to build a home for Irish indie fashion

How Dublin Independent Fashion Week is building a home for Irish fashion in its biggest year.

Fashion • 30 Sep

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 29: Mikey Madison attends the "The Social Reckoning" Gala Screening at Curzon Mayfair on September 29, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Jeff Spicer/Getty Images)

Mikey Madison wears gown by Irish couturier for London premiere

After a spellbinding show at Paris Fashion Week in July, Clare-born designer Michael Stewart has captivated fashion fans and celebrity clients with his exquisite craftmanship.

Fashion • 30 Sep

Happy young woman preparing a nutritious breakfast in a modern kitchen, pouring cereal into a bowl while embracing a joyful and healthy morning routine filled with positivity

Feeling tired? 7 food nutrition tips for more energy in autumn

From seasonal eating to staying hydrated, how to avoid that seasonal sluggish feeling.

Food • 30 Sep

Donal's Italian Kitchen: One Pan Pizza

Donal's Italian Kitchen airs Wednesdays at 8.30pm on RTÉ One

Food • 30 Sep

Mini cinnamon donuts with chocolate sauce

Mags Roche's mini cinnamon donuts: Today

Sweet, fluffy and simply irresistible.

Food • 30 Sep

Model at the Saint Laurent fashion show as a part of Paris RTW Spring/Summer 2027 fashion week held at Fontaine du Trocadéro on September 29, 2026 in Paris, France. (Photo by Aitor Rosas Sune/WWD via Getty Images)

Saint Laurent goes for gold with gilded collection in Paris

The stars were joined by Eddie Redmayne, Jerry Hall and more for Saint Laurent's golden ode to its past in Paris.

Fashion • 30 Sep

What happens when 'queer codes' become mainstream fashion?

If 'queer' fashion is a language, what happens when everyone starts speaking it?

Fashion • 28 Sep

Donal O'Donoghue talks with three of the show's starry ensemble cast: Aidan Gillen, Ella Lily Hyland and Aisling O'Sullivan.

Tall Tales & Murder cast on the 'dangerous' new show

Tall Tales & Murder is a show that defies easy categorisation as it takes us from 8th Century Viking Ireland to modern day Dublin gangland.

Living • 29 Sep

A model presents a creation during the Christian Dior Women's Spring/Summer 2027 collection fashion show as part of the Paris Fashion Week, in Paris on September 29, 2026. (Photo by SIMON WOHLFAHRT / AFP)

Rihanna and Jennifer Lawrence sit front row at Dior show in Paris

Rihanna, Jennifer Lawrence and Rosalia were among the stars watching Dior showcase half-dressed models at Paris Fashion Week.

Fashion • 29 Sep

Build Your Own Home presenter Harrison Gardner

Harrisson Gardner on how to prepare your home for emergencies

Builder and presenter of RTÉ's Build Your Own Home Harrisson Gardner joined Today with David McCullagh to share the must-haves for your home in the case of emergencies.

Living • 29 Sep

What is tai chi walking and what are the benefits?

Can this slow, mindful workout actually deliver big results?

Living • 28 Sep

Is Honda's new hybrid sports coupe worth buying?

The latest Prelude may not be the traditional performance-focused rival it used to be, but is however a more hybrid-focused grand tourer, writes Leah Carroll.

Motors • 29 Sep

Stump, sausages and apple gravy: Today

A hearty autumnal dish that's perfect for chilly weather.

Food • 30 Sep

Christmas Home Cook Competition with woman chef and fruit.

Apply for Today Show 'Christmas Home Cook'

Christmas Home Cook • 29 Sep

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 27: Taylor Swift attends the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) at Peacock Theater on September 27, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images)

All the celebrity looks from the MTV Video Music Awards 2026

Click through the gallery above for all the best celebrity looks from the MTV Video Music Awards 2026.

Fashion • 28 Sep

Overhead shot of chef preparing ribeye with butter, thyme and garlic. Keto diet.

Marco Pierre White on how to cook the perfect steak

Marco Pierre White joined Brendan O'Connor to discuss his pivot from restaurants into curating a hotel, his ongoing quest to recreate his childhood and how to cook the perfect steak.

Food • 28 Sep

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7 costume ideas for Halloween 2026

Things to do in Dublin this weekend (October 2-4)

4 spots in Ireland among winners at the World Spa Awards 2026

This is why spider season has started early this year

Why Peugeot's electric hatch is more than just nostalgia

Lopez sits front row for Stella McCartney's rain-soaked show

Eunice Power's toffee apple cake

How to get stubborn sweat stains out of white clothes

Susannah Constantine: I don't want to fight my body

DIFW: Inside the push to build a home for Irish indie fashion

Mikey Madison wears gown by Irish couturier for London premiere

Feeling tired? 7 food nutrition tips for more energy in autumn

Donal's Italian Kitchen: One Pan Pizza

Mags Roche's mini cinnamon donuts: Today

Saint Laurent goes for gold with gilded collection in Paris

What happens when 'queer codes' become mainstream fashion?

Tall Tales & Murder cast on the 'dangerous' new show

Rihanna and Jennifer Lawrence sit front row at Dior show in Paris

Harrisson Gardner on how to prepare your home for emergencies

What is tai chi walking and what are the benefits?

Is Honda's new hybrid sports coupe worth buying?

Stump, sausages and apple gravy: Today

Apply for Today Show 'Christmas Home Cook'

All the celebrity looks from the MTV Video Music Awards 2026

Marco Pierre White on how to cook the perfect steak