As many as three in four of the 2,000 adults polled would only feel confident identifying more common birds, like pigeons, over rarer garden varieties. With 58 per cent able to correctly point out a robin – but only because of its distinctive red breast. A further 55 per cent don’t know if there’s any difference between a moth and …
A poll of 2,000 young women aged 13 to 19 found a third (33 per cent) of those likely to choose a traditionally male career path would be interested in pursuing a career in science, while 31 per cent are keen to explore a job in engineering. More than eight in 10 of these believe they are just as capable …
Hollywood came to Worcestershire last night, with 600 drones – the UK’s largest ever drone light show – beaming images from Star Trek, Paw Patrol and SpongeBob SquarePants into the night sky. It was created by the team behind the drone show at Buckingham Palace’s Platinum Party and saw colourful scenes and characters from Mission: Impossible, Scream and Halo above …
A poll of 2,000 motorists revealed 72 per cent have turned up to their desired location with no real recollection of the route they took. Other common distractions include worrying about how much fuel is left, engine noise and talking to passengers. It also emerged 26 per cent of motorists don’t pay as much attention to their surroundings when driving …
The study of 1,400 parents of children aged 6-18 found 57 per cent know little about how to keep their kids safe, with 33 per cent of these admitting they aren’t that tech savvy. And 47 per cent have little access to what their child is doing online, due to locked phones and console passwords. While 55 per cent of …
Mick Shipman from Gavin and Stacey is the ultimate British ‘dad’ role model, a study has found. The Essex father figure – played by actor Larry Lamb – is a favourite among dads because of his down-to-earth attitude, calm head, and good humour. He came second in a poll to find the world’s top 30 dad role models – beaten …
Cat and dog owners’ top 25 pet peeves include the animals stealing food, howling in the night and walking across the kitchen counter. A quarter of the 1,000 pet owners polled admitted they find their furry friends frustrating, at least some of the time. But 82 per cent put the antics down to their cheeky character, while seven …
A poll of 1,000 adults with a pre-tax annual household income of less than £16,500 feel powerless when it comes to managing their income and debt. And 32 per cent wish they had more of a grip on their energy use, while others long for more control on their monthly bills (46 per cent) and their social schedule (18 per …
A study of 7,000 employees found restaurant, bar and pub staff are allowed to take up to 30 days a year but take an average of just 16. While those working in quick food service venues can also book off 31, but only take 25. In contrast, workers in the healthcare and medical sector book three days MORE than their …
More than a third of women under 45 don’t participate in sport – because they’re worried about how their skin looks. A study of 2,000 women aged between 18 and 45 found concerns about cellulite and stretch marks mean many avoid exercising. While others shy away from it due to conditions such as eczema, hyperpigmentation, or rosacea. It also emerged …
Brits forget an average of 1,095 things a year, such as their partner’s phone number, birthdays – and where they…
Are you a pushy parent who is always telling your children no? Or are you a free spirit who will always say yes to their kid…
The top 40 questions asked by baffled first-time buyers include ‘should I offer less than the advertised house price?&…
A poll of 2,000 adults found a quarter have showers for longer than 10 minutes each time, while 45 per cent don’t turn…
A study of 2,000 adults found the average online shopper will put clothes and gadgets worth £4,283 a year into their b…
A poll of 2,000 adults revealed 46 per cent consider getting to know your neighbours to be one of the best things about livi…
A poll of 1,000 working mothers who have had a child in the past five years found a fifth dreaded the idea of having to go b…
Those with a dog have 69 per cent more ‘meaningful’ interactions – one-to-ones which boost their overall m…
A poll of 2,000 respondents revealed how well they feel on a daily basis. It found a quarter of adults feel anxiety at least…
Around 46.7 million reviews were left on Trustpilot’s global review platform over that period – with an equivale…
It can be surprisingly difficult on popular marketplaces to work out what product you’re actually buying from the online narrative – and this brainteaser has been created with genuinely ba…
A study of 1,000 parents of teenagers found 75 per cent think the ages of 13-19 are the most challenging years of raising children, with 32 per cent admitting they were ‘unprepared’. Copin…
When “Art Play by Marion Deuchars” landed on my desk last week, I was truly excited. A4 in size with a definitely “arty feel” exploring colours, shapes, patterns, etc which will encourage our children to explore all avenues of art. Just having a quick flick through I can see dot-to-dots, pencil techniques, blank pages, scribble colouring, line drawing, etc. What …
PREPARE FOR MORE DISGUSTING AND HILARIOUS FUN AS ROALD DAHL’S MOST REVOLTING CHARACTERS RETURN IN BRAND NEW APP… ‘HOUSE OF TWITS’ NEW app inspired by The Twits follows the Number One App ROALD DAHL’S TWIT OR MISS First ever 3D rendering of Roald Dahl’s revolting characters Mr and Mrs Twit NO in-app purchases and NO third-party advertising. Just when you …
Looking for gifts or stocking fillers for kids this Christmas? The Science Museum have a fantastic range of space inspired gifts for younger cosmonauts, in association with the fantastic new blockbuster exhibition Cosmonauts: Birth of the Space Age which is open now until March 2016. Inspired by Russia’s entry to the Space Race in the 1950s and 1960s, the range tells the stories of the first dogs to space and gives …
A poll of 2,000 adults revealed 42 per cent think people who have passed away are still able to contact us from the other side. And 63 per cent of these reckon they have received signals or signs from someone no longer with us. The top five ‘signs’ Brits think can indicate a spirit, included sensing a presence in the …
Drinking water instead of snacks, setting intake limits and cutting out all snacking were among the top changes people have already made to their diet due to social media influence. While more than a quarter of adults have cut out all bread, more than one in five have cut dairy entirely and 23 per cent skipped breakfast. But, of the …
Digital pollution monitors were used in 26 schools on 10 separate school days by children and their teachers. Volatile organic compounds, which come from plastics, glues, disinfectants, and solvents were among the main pollutants recorded with fine dust and liquid droplets suspended in the air, that can be caused by heating, transportation, cooking also detected. The study included schools located …
A study of 2,000 adults revealed 51 per cent have found out about a social issue they’d not heard of before thanks to watching television, with 71 per cent more informed about other international cultures. While 45 per cent felt better educated on causes such as Black Lives Matter and the Me Too movement by watching TV. The climate emergency, …
A survey of 2,000 adults has revealed the top choices for delivery and takeaway habits when it comes to ordering online. Typically, people in the south west of the UK spend £47 per month, and will order in a Chinese over other delicacies. Scots fork out as much as £61 a month, also favouring a Chinese takeaway – with one …
A poll of 2,000 singletons found six in 10 want to ‘date up’ when it comes to love – a new trend where in order to better their lifestyle, meet new friends and have holidays, they are changing what they look for in a potential partner. And 70 per cent believe getting into a relationship with someone who is doing …
A study of 1,500 people with the allergy found itchy eyes, runny noses and constant sneezing makes the warm season far from enjoyable for 48 per cent. More than a quarter (27 per cent) have been forced to take days off work before because their hay fever symptoms were so bad. And 44 per cent ‘dread’ socialising because of the …
The Manchester-based factory transforms a whopping 200 tonnes of corn every day. It’s a 25 per cent rise in production since 2016 when Kellogg’s were producing 750,000 boxes of cereal. Around half is used to create Cornflakes – Britain’s best loved cereal, while the remaining half is divided between Crunchy Nut and Frosties. Crunchy Nut is the brand’s second most-loved …
A poll of 2,000 adults found 36 per cent actually feel their levels of loneliness have increased since the lockdowns ended. As a result, 73 per cent recognise a strong sense of community is important for their wellbeing. While more than half (53 per cent) want to ‘do their bit’ to help reduce isolation within their community. In fact, many …
A survey of 1,000 parents and 1,000 grandparents of children aged 5-12 found a growing movement to get their children to embrace outdoor activities and get away from the TV. As many as 60 per cent of children are now growing vegetables with their parents or guardians, with one in six naming a sunflower as their children’s favourite plant. Watering …
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