A lighthouse that hooks
For those in the family with an interest in Irish history, the famous Hook Lighthouse will be offering special guided tours as a part of Culture Night on September 21.
For the third year running, you’ll be able to access one of the oldest lighthouses in the world extra late as it remains open for free, with 45-minute guided tours starting at 6pm, 7pm and 8pm.
As of this year, the tower has stood for 846 years, and the tours will explore its history as well as the water that surrounds it, providing you with fascinating information about many who have climbed those 115 well-worn steps inside, from St Dubhán to William Marshal, Earl of Pembroke.
Situated on Hook Head at the tip of the Hook Peninsula in Co. Wexford, this will be a sight and experience you won’t want to miss! Tickets for the guided tours are free but booking is necessary.
Link between diabetes and sleep found
As medical knowledge and research becomes more advanced, it is becoming clearer that our bodies are extremely complex, and often work in unexpected ways.
A new study for example carried out at Toho University Graduate School of Medicine in Japan has revealed that sleep deprivation might increase the risk of diabetes. Using rats as their test subject, the researchers found elevated blood glucose in the liver of rats that had been sleep-deprived after just a six-hour period. The authors also measured changes in liver enzymes and triglyceride levels (which are associated with diabetes) and found a higher susceptibility to contracting the condition.
The researchers concluded that sleep deprivation is a risk factor for diabetes, regardless of changes in activity and diet, meaning that people with an increased risk should prioritise having a good sleep routine.
Nailed it!
Whether you work in the building industry or are just the handyman around the house, fixing and making things can be a tricky task, especially when there’s lots of different tools which usually get lost in lots of different pockets. Solving this problem, the RAK Magnetic Wristband allows you to hold screws, nails and drill bits on your wristband so you don’t need to worry about where you put them.
Acting as a third hand, this piece of gear is perfect for home improvement, construction, carpentry, auto repair, sewing and other DIY projects. The wristband has adjustable fitting to suit most sizes, and with the 10 strong magnets embedded in it, you’ll have no problem fitting on all your screws, washers and drill bits.
Just in time for Christmas, this will be the gift for those who want to start a new ideal project or just want to make life a bit easier!
