Millions of Brits are unable to exercise, sleep or endure long journeys in the car – due to constant and debilitating pain. A study of 2,000 adults found 52 per cent report some kind of regular, physical pain, such as back troubles, arthritis or skin conditions. Of these, 35 per cent can’t comfortably exercise, and three in …
Classic fairy tales have been reimagined to see Goldilocks finally get her comeuppance, Jack show up at the front door of the Giant’s high-rise apartment, and Rapunzel get rescued – by a plumber. A sketch sees comedian Ellie Taylor read passages from Goldilocks and the Three Bears in a humorous and modern take on the classic story we know and …
Retirees are determined to maintain their independence in later life, by dressing how they please, going on as many holidays as possible and learning new skills. A poll of 2,000 adults in their seventh decade and beyond found 72 per cent are troubled by the idea of being a burden to others in the future. But while 73 per cent …
A food guru has shared 10 tips that could cut your shopping bills in half – including always looking at the lowest placed items on a shelf, avoiding the bigger trolleys and investing more in the frozen food aisle. Personal finance expert Lynn Beattie – also known as Mrs Mummypenny – is recognised for her helpful advice on how families …
Wondering which breed of dog best suits your family? A new tool has been created to match you to your perfect breed – based on your lifestyle, home, personality and hobbies. Developed alongside veterinary surgeon and TV presenter Dr Paul Manktelow, it will ask questions about where you live, who you live with, how active you are and what you …
‘Plate piling’ has been voted the most common barbeque behaviour, according to research. A poll of 2,000 adults who enjoy a good grill has found 28 per cent admit to loading their dish with as much food as possible when attending the popular garden get together. Fear of an empty buffet, not being bothered to get up again for seconds …
Six in 10 adults cook meals on a loop – with spaghetti Bolognese, roast dinner and a curry topping the list. A poll of 2,000 adults found 53 per cent are ‘stuck in a rut’ when it comes to cooking at mealtimes – with pizza, sausage and mash, and chilli con carne also go-to dishes. Seven in 10 admitted they’d …
Brits are set to save more than £2,000 this year – by cutting back on fun moments with friends and family. A poll of 2,000 adults found eating out at restaurants, holidays and even going to gigs are among the top things they are spending less on – saving £171 each month as a result. While others have canned trips …
Two-thirds of millennials don’t know which countries emerged victorious from World War II, according to research. A poll of 2,000 adults found 41 per cent of 18-34-year-olds are oblivious to the fact the UK fought on the side of the Allies. The research found Brits know remarkably little about the key events and people from World War II – despite …
The best sounds in football include the roar when the players take to the pitch, the first whistle and funny chants. A poll of 2,000 football fans who have travelled to games found 90 per cent believe a good atmosphere makes a football match more memorable. The tense silence before a penalty kick, the national anthem performed at international games …
Nearly a fifth of adults (15 per cent) were the target of a doorstep scam over the last year – with people pretending …
Vinegar, stock cubes and tinned vegetables are some of the most unloved foods in the nation’s kitchen cupboards with m…
Women are embarrassed when talking about their own bodies with more than a fifth (21 per cent) – even whispering or us…
A poll of 2,000 smokers revealed a growing distrust in switching to vapes, which could hit plans to make smoking obsolete in…
Brits are using more than twice as much water than they realise when showering, flushing the toilet and running the tap, acc…
Adults in the UK believe there is a 50/50 chance of surviving a cardiac arrest – but in reality, nine in 10 of those w…
The countryside has come to London – with a campsite experience appearing at London’s King’s Cross station…
Analysis of the 50 most viewed hacks tagged ‘energy saving’ found clips about bleeding radiators gained the most…
Eight in 10 tenants feel ‘trapped’ in the rental cycle – as ONS figures show house prices for first time b…
An expert has revealed the best ways to get a mental health boost in 2023 – playing ping pong. With the subject of men…
Think you know the year Prince Harry founded the Invictus Games for veterans, or when the Queen Mother was born? This tricky game shows how much of a history buff you really are. Put your knowledge ab…
AI tools like Midjourney generate images based on what the internet thinks something is or what it looks like. And when such platforms are asked to create a picture of someone healthy who exercises, t…
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 …
Produced by children’s TV specialists Ragdoll Productions, Twirlywoos returns to CBeebies in November with a second series (25 x 11”) featuring the adorable antics of four fruit tea-loving, bird-like characters: Great BigHoo, Toodloo, Chickedy and Chick. Ever curious, they seek adventure and fun wherever they go, whether in the real world or on their Big Red Boat. A laugh-out-loud treat …
Millions are ‘doing their bit’ to help out in their communities, according to research. The study of 2,000 adults found assisting in schools, volunteering in charity shops and litter picking in community spaces are some of the most popular ways they are lending their services. While others have helped out with Scouts or Brownies, local sports events or given lifts …
Experts have revealed the top things you should and shouldn’t be doing with your elderly dog – including keeping it mentally stimulated, but not expecting it to run for more than 60 minutes. Celebrity vet Dr James Greenwood and dog behaviourist Caroline Wilkinson said teaching your old dog new tricks is beneficial when it comes to keeping your old dog …
A life-size ‘cow lamp’ has appeared in front of the Houses of Parliament – to draw attention to the potential of on-farm livestock’s poo being used as a renewable energy source. Passers-by did a double take at the unusual replica of a Victorian sewer lamp connected to a cow in central London. Following the government’s announcement last month of a …
A study of 2,000 adults found most households (86 per cent) are guilty of leaving an average of eight items on standby at any one time – with TVs, microwaves and washing machines being among the biggest offenders. This is costing an extra £20 a year, or £513,766,000 across all UK households, which generates more carbon emissions than two million …
A poll of 2,000 people has revealed the biggest misconceptions about dementia, with 17 per cent believing that if a family member develops the condition, it means they will too. Other confusions include it being inevitable with age, only affecting older adults and that prevention is possible. Just over a third (34 per cent) always attribute memory loss with the …
Thousands of motorists feel ‘overwhelmed’ by the technical capabilities of their cars – with cruise control, assisted parking and getting connected to Bluetooth among the most baffling features. In a poll of 500 car owners with a vehicle less than two years old, 68 per cent said they struggle to get to grips with everything – taken aback by the …
This comes as Ministers are considering putting a stop to the sale of fruit and sweet-flavoured vapes such as Elf Bars, which are hugely popular among children. But a poll of 2,000 adults who use vapes found 76 per cent only started to quit their smoking habit, and eight in ten vapers (83 per cent) claim flavoured vapes help them …
The top things adults miss most from childhood are waking up without a care in the world, school holidays, and having no life admin. A study of 2,000 Brits revealed the activities they long for from their youth, with more than half (56 per cent) admitting they have lost their sense of fun with age. Getting pocket money, playing in …
Research of 2,000 adults in a relationship revealed 47 per cent argue on a weekly basis about clutter in their home, with 30 per cent claiming the amount of clutter their other half builds up gives them the ‘ick’. And 23 per cent have admitted their partner’s approach to tidiness has put a strain on their relationship. The most common …
Some golfers are a ‘fair way’ from understanding the terms of their sport – with almost four in 10 clueless about what a triple bogey is. A study of 1,000 who swing clubs revealed 68 per cent feel out of their depth when questioned about the sport. With 45 per cent unable to tell the difference between a ‘birdie’ – …
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