The photograph of the Queen sitting stiffly across the table from Glasgow resident Susan McCarron is so natural and expressive that it looks utterly fake. It looks like an artist's portrait, complete with symbolism, humour and poignancy. No wonder the palace and the press have interpreted it in such different ways.
I have survivor skills. Some of that is superficial - what I present to people outwardly - but what makes people resilient is the ability to find humour and irony in situations that would otherwise overpower you.
I want to live in Britain with a sense of humour - where there are no groups whose life choices are 'above' criticism.
Taking the humour out of Dickens, it's not Dickens any more.
Apparently, I have a totally different sense of humour.
I grew up watching 'Corrie,' and I still watch it whenever I can. It's got everything - drama, humour, and great characters. I used to watch it even when I was living in Dubai.
All I've ever tried to do is get the best out of people and to bring a bit of humour into it. Unlike, say, 'The X-Factor,' which may be great TV, but has no humour at all.
Contrary to my image, I do have a sense of humour.
Any good actor has to have a good sense of humour, too; they have to be able to manipulate people.
Rahman sir has a sweet sense of humour. He chuckles a lot and is very friendly.
