First dates, work presentations and making phone calls to strangers are among the top 30 most stressful situations in life, according to research. A study of 2,000 UK adults found deadlines for work, bumping into an ex-partner and forgetting something important are other things which cause unnecessary distress. But running late to something like an appointment or a …
By SWNS Staff w/ VIDEO + INFOGRAPHIC Americans are willing to pay extra for personal hygiene products online, all in order to avoid the embarrassment of buying in a store, according to a new study. The survey polled 2,000 Americans found 89% would opt to spend more money to purchase items online that they would otherwise feel embarrassed about …
A survey of 1,000 adults in Scotland revealed 97 per cent are making an effort to be eco-friendly, by doing things like installing solar panels, using energy efficient light bulbs and carpooling. Sustainably sourced tea and coffee is popular among Scots with 16 per cent making the switch, while just under four in 10 will walk or cycle instead …
A study of 2,000 UK adults found the average household has 21 disagreements each week – many of which are over something trivial. Many rows occur in the bathroom, as family members get frustrated at others not changing the toilet roll tube when it’s empty (19 per cent) or even failing to flush the loo (16 per cent). …
By Marie Haaland // SWNS Staff W/ VIDEO + INFOGRAPHICS Pass the hot sauce: New Mexico residents believe they are the champions when it comes to their tolerance for eating spicy foods, according to new research. The survey of 5,000 Americans — with 100 people in each of the 50 states — asked respondents about their ability to …
By Zoya Gervis // SWNS W/ VIDEO + INFOGRAPHIC More than one in 10 Americans would give up all their money to lead a “cleaner” life, according to new research. A recent survey of 2,000 Americans found that they’re trying to be more sustainable post-pandemic, with more than one in five no longer buying single-use items and ditching …
By SWNS Staff W/ VIDEO + INFOGRAPHICS Walking down the boardwalk, running to the ice cream truck and playing in the sprinklers – it’s no surprise nearly three in five Americans say summer is the best season to enjoy, according to new research. The study asked 2,000 Americans about life’s simple pleasures and found that 27% appreciate the …
A study of 2,000 adults found they each have an average of two secrets, with the number of partners they have had, smoking, hygiene habits and secret spending also featuring in the top 25 list. But worryingly, mental health issues are the most common secret being kept from others, followed by an cringeworthy incident they would rather forget. …
Swimming in the sea, picnics and bike rides are among the top activities’ families want to experience this summer. Outdoor pursuits are among the 50 things families plan to make the most of after more than a year of restrictions. Other top activities to do this summer included watching the sun rise (30 per cent), a trip to …
A study revealed laughter (55 per cent), loyalty (53 per cent) and reliability (52 per cent) are among the things they value the most from their friends now they have been reunited again. Others look for support (50 per cent) and kindness (41 per cent) from their pals. It also emerged those polled made their first best friend at the …
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