Lower home prices and mortgage rates are causing many people to consider taking the real estate investment plunge. But as with any big financial investment, what may be a good strategy for some, may be harmful for others.

# crowdhacker You don't have to dig a moat around your home and install missiles on your rooftop to keep the bad guys away. In fact, the missiles might suggest you've got something very, very valuable inside. The DIY experts at Q&A site Stack Exchange chime in on a few ways to keep burglars from invading your personal space. More »

With the Cheltenham Festival drawing ever closer, Thurles is tasked with keeping punters occupied and the opening Irish Stallion Farms EBF Mares Novice Chase (1.55) is of particular interest.