Almost half of adults have been ‘body shamed’ – because of their weight, hair or even the size of their feet. A poll of 2,000 adults found 56 per cent have been on the receiving end of an unpleasant comment about their appearance within the last year. And one in 10 have been criticised for their looks in …
This is the heartwarming moment Sophie Ellis-Bextor surprised children at a hospice pyjama party. The mum-of-five, who arrived at the sleepover-style party with cake, took part in art activities and read the children and their siblings a story before their afternoon nap. Sophie, 40, also spent time chatting with staff at Claire House Children’s Hospice in the Wirral, …
Gargling salt water for a sore throat and drinking a hot toddy before bed are among the most common pieces of health advice to be passed down through the generations. A study of 2,000 adults found 45 per cent still rely on a cold cure or remedy their parents told them as a child when they feel under …
The average Brit takes just 38 seconds to judge someone’s home – and they WILL notice if you have vacuumed, if your windows are dirty and if there is a ‘funny’ smell. A study has found first impressions count with three quarters of adults admitting they always form an opinion on the dwellings of others. They’ll make a …
Life is least ‘fun’ at the age of 45. A study of 2,000 Brits found having no responsibilities, more energy and being able to be as carefree as you please means our younger years are more enjoyable. More than half agreed finding amusement in everyday life gets harder as you get older, with four in 10 going as …
Millions of parents feel totally disconnected from their children. A study of 1,000 mums and dads with youngsters aged 0-18 found ‘family’ is becoming a thing of the past as more than half feel ‘distant’ from their offspring. More than four in 10 (43 per cent) put this ‘endangered’ family time down to children spending large amounts of …
Night feeds, keeping on top of the dirty washing and other people judging your parenting techniques are among the most stressful things about becoming a new parent. A poll of 2,000 mums and dads asked them to think back to a time when they were blessed with a new bundle of joy – and the struggles which came …
Half of parents admit they’re perfectly able to walk their children to school – but use a car instead. Worries about safety, time constraints in the morning and poor public transport links are some of the key reasons parents still drive on the school run despite living nearby. A study of 2,000 parents who drive found three in …
Looking after your grandchildren, having more time for travel and being less stressed are among the best things about growing old, according to research. After working hard during their younger years to take care of their family, over-60s agreed having more time to spend with their loved ones is a highlight of getting older. Playing games with grandchildren, …
Millions of Brits admit they’re ‘too reliant’ on tech products. A poll of 2,000 adults found 65 per cent believe they’re overexposed to technology, while 38 per cent worry they rely on gadgets too much. Three in 10 even reckon Brits have far more tech products in their lives than they actually need. But 45 per cent prefer …
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