An animated video which features different accents from all over the world has proved to be a massive hit on YouTube, with over two million views. The video – titled ‘The English Language in 30 Accents’ – was created by aspiring voice actor Jake Wardle and animator Chris Mendoza.
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Funeral of Irish Hollywood heroine Maureen O’Hara
The funeral of Irish movie legend Maureen O’Hara took place at St Charles Borromeo Catholic Church near Washington DC. The service was led by Irish priest Fr Gerald Weymes. Fr Weymes said: “Maureen was also witty, humorous, beautiful, compassionate, outgoing, strong-willed, courageous with fiery spirit of the Vikings and the untameable spirit of the Normans… Continue reading Funeral of Irish Hollywood heroine Maureen O’Hara
Maureen O’Hara’s funeral to take place today
The funeral of Hollywood legend Maureen O’Hara is set to take place today in Arlington, Virginia, USA. O’Hara is one of Ireland’s favourite daughters and starred in several classic films from the golden age of Hollywood.
What Irish people say about a united Ireland
A survey has shed new light on how Irish people from both the north and the south view the idea of united Ireland. The results challenge many pre-conceived notions and show the issue doesn’t automatically follow simple lines of Catholics being in favour and Protestants being against.
Ireland is one of the ‘world’s most prosperous countries’
Ireland has been named as one of the ten most prosperous countries in the world in a survey that evaluates the quality of life of a country’s citizens. Ireland finished above neighbours the UK in the list, as well as countries such as the USA, Germany, France and Japan.
Heart-warming video – Irish child realises he is going to be a big brother
A heart-warming video that shows the moment an Irish boy realised that he is going to be an older brother has gone viral. The video was posted on Facebook by Teresa Dooley who was filmed sharing the special moment with her six-year-old son Jake.
Irish star Saoirse Ronan prepares for her most important role yet
Irish movie star Saoirse Ronan has said that she is thankful that she never played roles in teen movies when she was an emerging talent. The 21-year old actress from Co Carlow says that turning down roles as ditzy cheerleaders or lovesick ‘girl next door’ types has helped her to be taken seriously as she… Continue reading Irish star Saoirse Ronan prepares for her most important role yet
Martin’s Life – the family try to skype Martin’s sister
Our favourite deadpan animation about the life of an everyday Irish teenager has come up with another great comedy video. Martin’s Life is the series that follows the life of teenager Martin and the conversations he has with members of his family.
Dublin hopes to provide 22 homeless families with housing by Christmas
Five sites in Dublin have been identified as suitable locations to build up to 153 modular homes for homeless families. The modular homes are made in a factory and are designed to provide temporary accommodation for families and come with fully functioning plumbing and wiring.
Strictly Come Dancing is ‘recipe for disaster’ says Ardal O’Hanlon
Irish actor and comedian Ardal O’Hanlon has hit out at celebrity shows and said he would only ever appear on Strictly Come Dancing if his career had hit a dead end. The Father Ted star revealed that he had been approached to appear on the popular BBC dancing show alongside Irish crooner Daniel O’Donnell.
