Can you spot a ‘fake’ accent?
Analysis: We sometimes place a lot more emphasis on accents than we should, especially when what is said is more important than how someone speaks We all need to learn how to
How many people in Ireland believe in conspiracy theories?
Analysis: While the majority do not believe six prominent conspiracy theories, the level of support for some of these might raise a few eyebrows Conspiracy beliefs are explanations for events or situations that
What media sources did people use & trust before voting in 2024 General Election?
Analysis: Here’s what a new study found about the media Irish voters used and trusted when getting information ahead of last year’s election In November 2024, the people of Ireland went to
The Chicago Sun-Times debacle proves why we need to protect human voices in journalism
Freelance journalist and broadcaster, writing about music and the arts. It was inevitable, but it doesn’t make it any less terrifying. Most people working within the creative arts – musicians, animators,
‘Doors are being shut’: Fake service dogs hurt real service animals’ credibility, advocates warn
Service dogs can be 4-legged lifesavers, alerting to dangerous allergens, assisting with travel and making people with a wide range of disabilities safer. But fake service dogs are taking a bite out of real service dogs’
‘Complete breach of parental trust’, say parents of child who had unapproved spring implanted
The parents of a boy who had an unapproved spring implanted in a spinal surgery without their consent or knowledge have said the event amounts to a “complete breach of parental trust”.
