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Martin Compston on using his native accent in Our House

Martin Compston has said he thinks using his native Scottish accent helps make characters appear more charming. The actor, originally from Greenock, is best known for playing the role of Detective Inspector Steve Arnott, who is English, in BBC drama ...

10 Mar 2022 at 13:55

Health

British mum gives birth in coma after ‘brain on fire’ disease made her suddenly start speaking with an American accent

A seemingly healthy mother from Yorkshire who suddenly started speaking with an American accent was forced to give birth while in a coma, weeks after she was diagnosed with a rare condition dubbed “brain on fire”, which has completely changed her ...

07 Nov 2023 at 07:00

Local News

Seven things: You know you’re from Donegal when …

‘Seven Things’ aims to explore the different things about Donegal and highlight the fascinating features of each. Please use the arrows to explore all things Donegal The elements are not listed in order of importance and are not an all-inclusive ...

07 Feb 2024 at 19:33

Local News

Seven things: You know you’re from Donegal when …

07 Feb 2024 at 18:33

People mocked and criticised for their accents throughout their lives – report

Almost half of employees have had their accent mocked, criticised or singled out in a social setting, while a quarter said this treatment has taken place in a work situation, according to research. The Sutton Trust’s Speaking Up ...

03 Nov 2022 at 01:01

Man who changed accent to fit in was asked if he was from ‘desolate wasteland’

A man from Stockport who changed the way he spoke to fit in at university said he was once asked if his home town was “one of those desolate wastelands where the factories used to be”. Ben Jones, 28, now a senior leader at a ...

03 Nov 2022 at 08:39

Music

Bonnie Tyler: I got elocution lessons to tone down Welsh accent

Bonnie Tyler has said she signed up for elocution lessons earlier in her career because she was so self-conscious about her strong Welsh accent. The Total Eclipse Of The Heart singer, 72, who was born in Skewen in Wales, ...

27 May 2024 at 10:41

Life

Hotel chic: How to create and enjoy ‘everyday luxury’ at home

No longer just for vacations, if a luxurious living aesthetic is on your bucket list and looking to revamp and glow up this summer, a five-star vibe is where it’s at. Indeed, if wanderlust takes you as far as focusing ...

11 Jun 2024 at 10:00

Life

How to work the stylish swivel chair trend

When it comes to seeing the bigger picture, investing in your seating makes for a home comfort that’s as rewarding as it is ritzy – is there anything better than a beautifully designed, comfortable armchair? And the ...

05 Sept 2024 at 08:00

Donegal Live

'Like pirates on crystal meth' - Donegal accent takes a hit in new Tommy Tiernan routine

Tommy Tiernan - who was born in Carndonagh - has taken aim at the Donegal accent in a new comedy bit for his latest tour. The segment begins with the comedian explaining that Donegal is closer to Iceland than Mayo, ...

10 Jul 2024 at 12:33

Life

How to make the most of your living space as the nights draw in

With winter just around the corner and everyone gravitating indoors, our living rooms are about to see most of this season’s action. Whether it’s cinema nights with the kids, socialising with friends or simply ...

24 Oct 2024 at 08:30

Listeners think some accents sound guiltier than others, study suggests

Speakers of some accents perceived as working class including from Liverpool, Newcastle, Bradford and London risk being stereotyped as more likely to have committed a crime, a study suggests. Researchers ...

17 Jan 2025 at 05:00

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