The affection and popularity of Co Kilkenny man Niall Coughlan – who passed away suddenly two years ago at his home – was marked with the presentation of a memorial trophy in his name at New Ross Mart recently.
Having been founded in 1899 as a social outlet in the town, New Ross Workmans Club members have celebrated 125 years of snooker, billiards and friendship at The Ross Inn Friday night.
Spreading the truth about fat: It might be good to put on a few pounds in midlife
Middle-age spread may not be such a bad thing after all. According to a new study, it could mean you live longer
Weight gain in middle age – and older - is clearly not as straightforward as we thought. But what else is there to the phenomenon?
Thu, 15 Apr, 2021 - 13:30
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If your waistline has filled out and your jeans are feeling that bit too tight in your 50s and 60s, don t worry - it could be an indicator of longevity.
Provided you have not tipped the scales towards obesity, there is new evidence that gradually gaining a few pounds as you age might not be such a bad thing.