No, it’s not just a song by New Order, Blue Monday is a psychological phenomenon, or at least a pseudoscience one, where the third Monday in January is deemed the most depressing day of the year. The phrase Blue Monday was coined by psychologist Dr Cliff Arnall in 2005, and was originally devised for a travel firm to sell more holidays. But if the pseudoscience really is getting the better of you here are a few suggestions to counter that Blue Monday feeling. Steffi Otto, of Heritage Craft Alive in Leitrim, shows Dara Dunne, from Terenure, how to make a St Brigid’s Cross, at Brigit Imbolc Fair in Dublin. Photograph: Dara Mac DónaillMake and sell St Brigid’s CrossesPeople on the e-trading site Vinted are posting listings of St Brigid’s crosses for €15 and €8 a pop, excluding shipping.

Thierno Barry on target as Everton dent Aston Villa’s Premier League title hopesBy Jonathan Veal, Press AssociationAston Villa’s Premier League title ambitions suffered a damaging blow as an 11-game home winning streak ended with a 1-0 defeat to Everton. Villa could have cut the gap on leaders Arsenal to four points with victory at fortress Villa Park but they were undone by Thierno Barry’s second-half strike. Everton became the first team to win at Villa Park since August and they are just four points behind city rivals Liverpool – who currently occupy fourth position – and are also in contention for European contention. Everton threatened with Vitaliy Mykolenko forcing Martinez into a strong save with a shot from distance. With nothing to turn to from the bench, they ran out of ideas and Everton enjoyed the rare treat of an away win at Villa Park.

With disappointment etched across his face, St Brigid’s manager Anthony Cunningham said all he could in his post-match press conference. The Roscommon champions suffered a second one point All-Ireland defeat in two years at Croke Park as Dingle prevailed after extra-time. St Brigid’s led by two as the clock ticked into the final two minutes but a late burst from Tom O’Sullivan paved the way for Mikey Geaney’s eventual winner. It is really, really tough. I can’t say a word to anyone really only thanks to all our players and supporters.”In 2024, Glen edged St Brigid's out by a point.

He masterminded the greatest giant-killing triumph in the long history of the FA Cup, finally overshadowing his big brother, Wayne Rooney. But there is a fascinating backstory around non-league Macclesfield's hero John Rooney after their amazing win over Crystal Palace: his wife is uncannily like his famous sister-in-law Coleen. John, 35, and Casey still live in the area - in the former council house where the Rooneys once grew up, we can reveal. Casey has two sisters and the family still live in the Croxteth home she grew up in. Of his own career he said: 'Clubs aren't going to sign you just because you are Wayne Rooney's brother.

‘I knew I was going to die if I continued drinking, so I asked God for help’ – Model Alison Canavan opens up about guilt, shame, and addictionNow 11 years sober, Irish woman now helps people who have problems with alcohol"Taking a break from alcohol is one of the most incredible things you can do"Niamh Horan Today at 06:30Irish model Alison Canavan wants to help others who are struggling with alcohol addiction as she approaches her 11th year of sobriety this spring.

Tributes have been paid to a woman whose body was found in her home in Limerick following a house fire, on Saturday. Ms Neville, who was in her 60s, had recently retired from a long career as an employee at Dunnes Stores in Parkway Shopping Centre. Floral tributes outside the house in Chesterfield Downs, Singland, Limerick City, where mother of two, Marguerite 'Marge' Neville died on Saturday. Ms Slattery said Ms Neville had been a popular member of staff at Dunnes Stores. Floral tributes were also left outside Ms Neville’s home, which was completely destroyed in the fire.

A businessman has been told to demolish his new luxury £1.2million home after he added a basement without permission. Michael Deller, 41, built the lavish four-bedroom modernist villa after being granted planning permission for a two-storey house. The basement was built to provide a gym and cinema room, one guest bedroom and two additional store rooms. He went ahead and completed building work in 2022, submitted the planning application for the finished basement plans then finished the building work. A planning application which is part retrospective has been submitted to regularise the position.

Virgil van Dijk expected to hold Liverpool players’ meeting after Burnley drawBy Carl Markham, Press AssociationLiverpool captain Virgil van Dijk is expected to hold another players’ meeting on Monday to address the issues which are threatening to derail their bid for Champions League qualification. Van Dijk was angry at the sloppiness which allowed Burnley to equalise in the 1-1 draw at Anfield in a game they were never really a threat in apart from a five-minute spell in the second half. “I don’t like boos from my own fans,” was Van Dijk’s short response. “Obviously with his quality he can win games and have good results,” said Van Dijk. Unfortunately he couldn’t get to the final of the AFCON but when he is back he needs to help us.”

Champions Cup: La Rochelle 27 Harlequins 17Harlequins defied their abysmal domestic form to knock Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle out of the Investec Champions Cup at Stade Marcel Deflandre and secure home advantage in the round of 16. Man of the match Smith converted the try and added a late penalty to begin the celebrations, in the process leaving European heavyweights La Rochelle to reflect on their shock group exit from the competition. With the score tied at 17-17 heading into the final 10 minutes, Harlequins kept their nerve to complete a famous win that means they finish Pool Three in second place behind Leinster. La Rochelle: Leyds; Niniashvili, Seuteni, Daunivucu, Bollengier; West, Berjon; Kaddouri, Latu, Atonio (capt), Kante Samba, Boudehent, Jegou, Botia, Cancoriet. Harlequins: T Green; David, Northmore, Bradley, Murley; Smith, Friday; Kerrod, Walker, Delgado, Launchbury, Petti, Cunningham-South, Kenningham, Dombrandt (capt).

Antonio Conte tears into 'arrogant' Ruben Amorim over treatment of Man Utd starAntoino Conte has accused ex-Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim of showing 'arrogance' in his treatment of Rasmus Hojlund, who's spending the season on loan at NapoliView 2 Images Rasmus Hojlund has impressed at Napoli (Image: Giuseppe Maffia/NurPhoto via Getty Images)Napoli boss Antoino Conte has slammed Ruben Amorim for his 'arrogant' decision to cast Rasmus Hojlund aside at Manchester United. ‌Under Conte, the Denmark international has bagged nine goals in 25 games, as Napoli bid to defend the Scudetto and go far in the Champions League. Should Manchester United have loaned out Rasmus Hojlund? Conte's men resume their Champions League campaign against Copenhagen at Parken. Article continues belowJoin our new MAN UTD WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Manchester United content from Mirror Football.

He wasn’t physically present at Thurles on Sunday but that didn’t stop Willie Mullins from making his presence felt. The 2021 Supreme Novices’ Hurdle hero is now a 12-year-old but he retains all his enthusiasm for the game, a reality he illustrated by justifying even-money favouritism in front of a big Thurles crowd. However, there was nothing of that calibre in opposition in Thurles and she cruised to victory in the manner one would expect from a 1-7 shot. “He’s a smashing horse,” Townend said of the 5-6 winner. I’d say he’s a nice horse.”The Emmet Mullins-trained Rising Dust defied a 15lb hike to win the Support Thurles Bookmakers Handicap Chase, his third consecutive win at the Tipperary venue.

Main PointsEmergency summit of European Union leaders called later this week to figure out response to US president Donald Trump’s ambitions to take over Greenland and hit allies with fresh tariffs. The response from Trump will be difficult to predict, but he won’t back down just because a meeting of EU leaders has been called. An emergency summit of European Union leaders has been called to game out how to push back against US president Donald Trump’s ambitions to take over Greenland and hit allies with fresh tariffs, Jack Power reports. President Trump only respects strength. 🛑 TARIFFS: #Trump is bullying us again - now 10% against DK, NOR, SWE, FR, DE, UK, NL and FIN - who are standing up for the people of #Greenland.

Costco has boosted cashback rewards on gas for holders of its branded credit card, lifting the rate to 5 percent at its own pumps. The upgrade applies to gas purchased at Costco locations using the Costco Anywhere Visa Card, issued by Citi, up from the previous 4 percent reward. Gas purchased at non-Costco stations — along with eligible electric-vehicle charging — continues to earn 4 percent cash back. Spending on Costco gas at 5 percent and other fuel at 4 percent counts toward a shared $7,000 annual cap. Neil Saunders, a retail analyst at GlobalData, said: 'The boosted gas rewards is a bid to get more people to take its credit card — which helps the company’s profits.

Distressed former Duke basketball star and NBA forward Kyle Singler has alleged his child is being abused and admitted to being homeless in the latest troubling video post from the 37-year-old. I have my child, my child is being sexually, physically, emotionally, spiritually abused. Distressed former Duke basketball star Kyle Singler alleged his child is being abused and admitted to being homeless in the latest troubling video post from the 37-year-oldOfficers said Singler appeared to be under the influence of drugs. 'Covered Kyle Singler for @espnwhen he starred @DukeMBB in 2010 when he was a key player on their national championship team,' Vitale wrote on X. 'To everyone who has spent time with Kyle Singler and whose lives he has touched - please shower him with the love and support he needs + deserves,' Love wrote online.

A renowned diver hopes to unlock the mysteries behind several Irish shipwrecks after acquiring a submarine capable of exploring unimaginable depths. Leukos trawler sunk by U-boatMr Kearney and his team of experienced ex-navy and military divers, have made a string of remarkable discoveries in the last 12 months. However, the Irish boat went in front of the British one. They killed everyone on the Irish boat including children before ramming the vessel and sinking it. A file photo of Ireland's first commercial submarine, an A-EX1, on manoeuvres off Cape Clear in West Cork in 2024.