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 …

Towering over commuters in Tower Bridge this morning, the three-metre-high statue of the timeless ‘70s stop-motion character popped-up to take city workers by surprise. While in Shoreditch, passers-by were left scratching their head’s trying to crack the world’s largest Where’s Wally puzzle which was created in the dead of night. And others also spotted a giant illuminated Miffy sculpture on …

Almost half of adults admit their fondest childhood memories included school trips. A poll of 1,600 parents of school children found 44 per cent feel nostalgic about their formative years and trips outside the classroom – including getting to wear their own clothes, feeling grown up and smuggling sweets into overnight bags. Reserving the back of the bus also appeared …

Britain’s lofts are filled with more than one billion treasured toys – including Barbie, LEGO and Hot Wheels. A study of 2,000 adults revealed they each have an average of 20 toys and playthings stashed away, with 65 per cent planning to pass them down to their children or grandchildren. Other popular items stored away also include Fisher Price telephones, …

Young people can’t access the basic technology they need to thrive, according to research. A study of 700 11-to-17-year-olds revealed almost half don’t have access to adequate technology at home and a third do not have a laptop or computer they can use, leaving millions of young people behind. As a result, half believe it will affect their ability to …

Children are missing out on essential educational school trips – due to the cost of living crisis, lack of funds and staffing issues. Studies polling teachers and parents revealed school trips are swiftly on the decline, with cost of travel and parents not being able to afford to cover additional expenses key reasons. Also cited were the cost of entry …

Students are asking for ‘practical’ presents this Christmas as the cost-of-living crisis bites, including electric blankets, money towards energy bills and even toilet roll. A poll of 1,000 undergraduates found they would much prefer everyday essentials rather than designer clothes and shoes this year. And with 51 per cent feeling the pinch of the cost-of-living crisis, 49 per cent would …

More than seven in 10 parents consider their children ‘mini educators’ at home, crediting them for changing attitudes and behaviour towards littering, use of plastic and food consumption. The detailed report of 1,000 youngsters aged 6 to 12, and their parents, delves into children’s views and insights on how behaviours at home affect the planet as a whole. It found …

A poll of 2,000 mums and dads with children under 16 found 60 per cent have encouraged them to learn a skill like plumbing or engineering, or to become a car mechanic.   In fact, 51 per cent regret not pursuing a more practical career themselves.   And 56 per cent wish they could have made more of a difference …

A study of 1,200 mums and dads and their kids aged six to 17 found 37 per cent think their children are less sensible when out and about with friends and 28 per cent worry they ignore road safety rules altogether. Watching TikTok videos, playing games on their mobile phone and making videos on social media are also said to …