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As inflation drives up building costs, a new survey indicates that Irish homeowners’ insurance policies may not be keeping pace.

Plato’s dialogue Timaeus has bequeathed to us a famous phrase, eik?s muthos or “likely story.” Today we use the idiom “a likely story” to dismiss what we are told as a “tall tale.” But, here in the 4th century BC, the phrase refers to an articulation of possibility or a plausible report like a myth or a fable that offers an explanation for some mystery by way of stories and images. It makes perfect sense this phrase appears prominently in the Timaeus, for that dialogue is a story about the formation of the universe; of course, there are no eyewitnesses to that event to whom we can turn for a description.

Get a new lease of energy for the new year with a membership to the Oranmore Lodge Leisure Club. Relax in the pool and health suite (sauna, steamroom, and Jacuzzi), get fit in the excellent gym using the finest technogym machines, or join a class and meet new people as you achieve your health and fitness goals.

Horizon Beauty Centre is Tuam's longest established beauty clinic and with that comes expertise, advanced training, and a commitment to offering clients the best treatments and products available. Horizon is run by Mary Blake, an internationally qualified therapist and paramedical technician who has been in the beauty business for more than 30 years.

Almost seven in ten (69 per cent) people in Irish households went without heating at some point this winter in a bid to save money on their energy bills

It is almost here — RoolaBoola, the Linenhall Arts Centre’s ever-popular annual Children’s Arts Festival takes place over the October Bank Holiday weekend, from Friday October 28 to Monday October 31. As usual, this year’s RoolaBoola will be offering another great programme of theatre, music, exhibitions and workshops for young people and their families. It is booking now, and it is booking fast.