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Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
James Martin mocked over four times a week habit sparked by personal struggle
James Martin is one of Britain's best loved chefs and has presented TV cooking shows for over 20 years, however, he's candidly admitted that he frequently gets ridiculed over his weekly routine Celebrity chef James Martin, known for his culinary prowess and hosting ITV's Saturday Morning, has been dealing with dyslexia, a form of neurodivergence. Despite the challenges, at 52, James has recently become more vocal about living with the condition and how he manages daily life. In a candid chat with the Telegraph last year, James disclosed his unique way of unwinding – by mowing his lawn four times a week. He shared with the newspaper in November: "I've got a John Deere sit-down lawn-mower with headlights and people take the mick out of me because I might mow the lawn four times a week." He continued, expressing his frustration when bad weather interferes with his routine: "If we've had non-stop rain and I can't cut the grass, I get p***** off. "But I also think mowing helps me switch off. I can have a crazy day at work, but I'll come home and happily get on my mower at midnight." James further explained the therapeutic nature of gardening, especially for someone with OCD tendencies, which he suggests many chefs may have: "The thing is a garden keeps you busy, which is great if you have OCD – as most chefs probably do." He concluded by highlighting the benefits of multitasking for his thought process: "You complete a task and it's an achievement. Equally, being out there gives me time to think and, being dyslexic, I find it easier to think when I'm doing other things." James has previously opened up about his struggles with dyslexia. During a chat with Kaye Adams on his BBC Radio Scotland show, he admitted that despite his years of cooking and presenting, he still finds it challenging at times. He shared: "Weirdly, I can cook and talk at the same time, but presenting I still find really difficult. I'm severely dyslexic, so reading anything off an autocue is really hard work, so if I'm allowed to cook and chat, that's where I feel at home." James isn't alone in his battle with dyslexia; former The One Show host Matt Baker also lives with the condition. In a conversation with OK!, Matt revealed that his dyslexia leads him to enjoy more hands-on tasks. He said: "I'm very practical because I'm dyslexic. Reading isn't really my thing. I prefer making things and painting. I don't know what it's like to not have dyslexia. When I was younger, I've never been more terrified than I was asked to read aloud. Despite this, 47-year-old Matt wouldn't change his neurodivergent status: "I wouldn't change a thing. Being neurodivergent means you think differently. "You keep telling yourself, 'I'm ready for this. And you can. Dyslexia has taught me you can achieve anything." Fans can catch James Martin once again on James Martin's Saturday Morning from 9.30am on ITV.
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
I'm more nervous for duet with Robbie Williams than my gig in front of Pope, says Scots Pop Idol star
She also revealed new details about the gig STAGE FRIGHT I'm more nervous for duet with Robbie Williams than my gig in front of Pope, says Scots Pop Idol star MICHELLE McManus has revealed how she's more nervous to perform with Robbie Williams than she was when she sang in front of the Pope. The Scots Pop Idol winner, 45, will take to the stage with former Take That star on Saturday night at Murrayfield as part of his five-month UK tour. 3 Michelle shot to fame in 2003 when she won the second series of Pop Idol Credit: BBC 3 She and Robbie Williams have been pals since the early 2000s Credit: Reuters 3 The pair will take to the stage at Murrayfield tomorrow in front of 70,000 folk Credit: Alamy We told previously how Glasgow-born Michelle was interviewing the Angels hitmaker on her BBC Radio Scotland show when he proposed the shock duet. McManus was stunned to learn she will join huge stars like Kylie and Taylor Swift who have also shared the stage with the Rock DJ chartopper. But she admitted that the thought of singing to such a large crowd brings on the nerves - more so than her performance for the Pope. She said: "My happy place is when I sing, so the singing part is not the problem, the nervous part is singing to Robbie Williams in front of 70,000 people. "When we did the Pope's visit in Bellahouston, it was 80,000 - but singing for a bunch of cardinals and a Pope was slightly different than singing for Robbie Williams." Michelle rose to fame after winning the second series of the popular talent show back in 2003. Since then, she has performed at the 2014 Commonwealth Games and during Pope Benedict's visit to Glasgow in 2010. She said: "I'm at a stage in my life now, I'm 45, I've got my two kids, I'm so lucky to be here at BBC Radio Scotland. "Everything is in place and then comes this big gig at Murrayfield, which was not on my bingo card for this year. "It's really emotional to be asked by somebody who is your friend to join them on stage, it is a lovely thing." Robbie Williams discusses film about his life on Graham Norton McManus and Williams have known each other since the early 2000s when he offered her advice on coping with fame and the media. Robbie later agreed to be part of her 2023 documentary about talent show winners and even brought her to the London premiere of his acclaimed biopic last December. While it's still a mystery what they will perform together, Michelle did reveal that her outfit is adorned with 40,000 Swarovski crystals. Robbie later agreed to be interviewed for her Talent Show Winners TV documentary in 2023 and whisked her to the London screening of his acclaimed biopic in December. It's not known what the pair will perform tomorrow night, but Michelle did reveal her outfit features 40,000 Swarovski crystals. She said: "I'm never going to take it off. It is one of the most beautiful things I have ever had on my body. "You will not need to worry about seeing me from the stage, from the colour of my hair and the amount of crystals."
Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Police 'increasingly concerned' for missing Cole Cooper
Police are becoming "increasingly concerned" for a teenager who has been missing for three weeks. Cole Cooper, 19, was last seen at about 20:45 on 7 May in Longcroft, Falkirk, near his home village of Banknock. Ch Insp Alex Hatrick told BBC Scotland News Cole's disappearance was being treated as a missing persons case and there was no evidence to suggest he had come to harm. Since the final sighting officers have conducted door-to-door inquiries at more than 200 homes and obtained over 1,000 hours of CCTV. Members of Cole's family have told BBC Scotland News his lack of contact with them is highly unusual and they fear he has come to some kind of harm. Ch Insp Hatrick, local area commander, told BBC Scotland News: "Just like Cole's family we are increasingly concerned for Cole's whereabouts. "The family are obviously deeply devastated, they are looking for answers as to what has happened to Cole, as are the police. "At this time this is very much a missing persons inquiry. "There is no evidence to suggest Cole has come to harm but we will explore all avenues, all lines of inquiry. Our focus is very much on tracing Cole." 3 May: Cole was on a night out with friends. 4 May: He was captured on CCTV multiple times around Nisbet Drive, Longcroft Road and Hogan Path in the early hours of Sunday morning. He was seen approaching the door of his father's house at 05:49 before leaving four minutes later. The last CCTV footage of Cole was at 06:00 on Cumbernauld Road. 7 May: A witness said they saw Cole at around 20:45 on the A803 at the Intersection with Cumbernauld Road, Longcroft. 9 May: Cole is reported missing. Ch Insp Hatrick said police believe the last sighting of Cole on the evening of 7 May, reported by a witness who knew him. The witness told officers that he did not have any concerns for Cole. He told them Cole had asked for a lift and then "went on his way". Cole is described as about 5ft 10in, of medium build with short brown hair. He was last seen wearing a black puffer-style jacket with black jogging bottoms. But Cole's family are treating the earlier CCTV footage - captured on 4 May - as the last confirmed sighting of the missing teenager. Brother Connor told BBC Radio Scotland's Drivetime programme they were hoping "no news is good news" but were becoming increasingly worried. He said: "We are coming up to a month now which does make me think, has he come to some sort of harm? "I don't know what type of harm but I do think that something must have happened and somebody knows something. "We are mentally preparing for the worst but we are also hoping and praying for the best outcome which is him coming home safely." The family organised a community-led search for the teenager on Saturday and Sunday, with around 200 people helping looking for Cole. "We don't want to sit back and do nothing. Even if we need to search the same area a hundred more times, we will," Connor added. Cole had been living in Falkirk and is known to have links to the Denny, Cumbernauld and Paisley areas. A major search involving helicopters and drones was launched last week scouring Banknock, also in Falkirk, and the dive and marine unit have been involved. Police are asking for anyone who was in the Glasgow Road area around the time Cole was last seen to contact them via an online portal. They are also urging locals to to check their outbuildings and sheds. Family and friends lead search for missing Falkirk teenager 'All I want is the safe return of my gorgeous, fun-loving boy'
The National
6 days ago
- Politics
- The National
Orange Order 'not divisive', says Tory Hamilton by-election candidate
Richard Nelson, who is running for the Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse seat, insisted that he could represent all constituents despite his affiliations, also confirming he was a member of the Apprentice Boys of Derry. Both groups have long been accused of sectarianism. In an interview with BBC Radio Scotland, Nelson confirmed his membership of both organisations and was asked whether they were compatible with holding elected office. He said: 'We are law-abiding organisations. We pledge allegiance to His Majesty the King. And, you know, we are not divisive at all, and people have their right to their own religion.' Pressed on whether he would be able to represent everyone in the community, Nelson said: 'I always do. I always have. Last week, I met with the parish priest in Larkhall – not just the parish priest, but also another priest. READ MORE: Nigel Farage accuses Anas Sarwar of 'sectarianism' as he doubles down on 'racist' ad "We sat for an hour and spoke about the local community and the things that have been happening in the community. Everybody that comes to my surgery or contacts me – I do not ask what religion they are.' He added: 'People always try and target organisations with a bad brush, but we are not. The things that we do for the local charities, the local communities… that is the part that is missing with all of this.' Nelson's entry on South Lanarkshire Council's register of interests shows that he has been a member of the Netherton Covenanters Loyal Orange Lodge 233 since 2019 and is currently listed as secretary of the Scottish Amalgamated Committee of the Apprentice Boys of Derry. He is also a member of the Sir William Johnston Memorial Royal Black Preceptory 634. Between 2012 and 2023, he was a member of the Carluke No Surrender Apprentice Boys of Derry. READ MORE: Anas Sarwar ad is not racist, says Reform by-election candidate The Orange Order claims that it is 'the protection of the principles of the Protestant Reformation', which historically included the persecution of Catholics, and its modern-day critics point to its frequent marches through Irish Catholic areas and allege it promotes bigoted attitudes towards that community. Nelson also has a side-line as a comedy hypnotist and was revealed to have sworn at audience members under his spell at an event in Penicuik. Footage obtained by the Daily Record showed him shouting at participants: 'What are yous daeing, you d**k? I'm in the middle of a show here. A****holes. You and all.'
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
McColgan eyes Great North Run after marathon debut 'relief'
Eilish McColgan is targeting the Great North Run in September as the next stage in her switch to marathon running after "a real struggle walking down and up stairs" following her debut at 26.2 miles. The 34-year-old broke the Scottish record as she finished eighth - the first British woman across the line - in last month's London Marathon. A four-time Olympian at middle distance, McColgan says it was "a bit of a relief" to put her first marathon behind her, beating Steph Twell's Scottish record - and the previous national best by mother Liz - by more than two minutes. "It has taken me a good three weeks," she said on BBC Radio Scotland when asked about her recovery. "First week was a real struggle - walking down and up stairs, not the easiest. "It definitely hit me a lot harder than I expected. But it feels good now to have done that first one, to get it out the way and I know what to expect now, which makes it easier for the next one." Barega & Eisa claim Great Manchester Run wins Hodgkinson prepared for 'nerve-wracking' return Having crossed the line in two hours 24 minutes and 25 seconds, McColgan wants to go under 2:20, a time she believes is needed to compete at world level. "London was the main priority and I haven't scheduled anything after that because I wasn't sure how I would recover," she said. "It's given me a lot of confidence knowing that, OK, it wasn't great, my first one, it felt tough, I felt like I struggled, but I came eighth and held on. "The next one for me might be the Great North Run in September - a half marathon there." McColgan has yet to decide whether her next marathon proper will be one where male participants will help pace her to a faster time, or "do I go something more tactical like New York?". She found the London Marathon "quite nerve-wracking" as it was "a baptism of fire" making her debut in a high-profile event full of women champions at the distance. However, she liked "that buzz you get" from having fans shouting her name all the way round the course - and feels suited to the distance as she targets the next Olympics. "This is definitely a new chapter for me," McColgan added. "I always felt that one day I would get to the marathon and I'm coming at it a bit later than perhaps was originally planned. "There's lots more space on the road as well. On the track, I'm very tall and gangly, so I would often get clipped and tripped - and on the road it is good to have my own space and rhythm."
