Britain is officially a nation of dog lovers – after pet pooches beat cats in a poll to find the nation’s ulti-mutt pet. A study of 2,000 adults saw 51 per cent name man’s best friend as one of their favourite animals. But only 38 per cent harbour a love of felines. The robin, horse and hedgehog completed …

Brits love their home ‘more than ever’ – after spending an extra EIGHT hours a day in it during recent months. A study of 2,000 adults found that before the pandemic, just nine hours was spent at home on an average day. But the lockdown and restrictions has seen this figure dramatically increase, with 35 per cent now …

Exercise, eating healthily and spending time with family are the most popular things Brits do to look after their mental health. A survey of 2,000 UK adults revealed one in four have also attempted a new diet or exercise regime in the past three months to boost their wellbeing. And 46 per cent have simply tried to get …

Nearly a quarter of adults admit they are ‘practically addicted’ to online shopping – and get more excited by a delivery than about clocking off work for the day. A study of 2,000 Brits found 82 per cent enjoy shopping for things on the internet, because it’s easier to find what you want and you can keep track …

Brits have revealed their motivations for wanting to get in shape – including getting a good night’s sleep, keeping up with the kids and reducing their chances of getting Covid-19. Research of 2,000 adults found two thirds are eager to improve their physical health so they can get more out of life. And four in 10 adults believe …

Two thirds of Brits (68 per cent) have admitted to being ‘overthinkers’ – and worry about what clothes to wear and why someone hasn’t replied to a text message. The study of 2,000 adults found nearly four in 10 get wrapped up in trying to get out of unwanted plans, which topped the poll of things we overthink …

The perfect night in involves finishing work by 5.52pm, curry for dinner and being curled up in front of the telly by 8.13pm. The study of 2,000 adults found the ideal evening at home would also include a beer or glass of wine, a relaxing bubble bath, and 27 minutes browsing Instagram. And national treasures, Holly Willoughby, David …

The typical online purchase involves seven steps which take just over three hours, according to research. Shoppers work through several stages before making a significant buy via the internet, which includes spending at least 35 minutes deciding whether a purchase is absolutely necessary. Following that, an online search for a product or service, including on social media sites, …

Just one in five workers use their lunch break to actually eat lunch every day – with others using the time to catch up on personal errands and browse social media instead. A study of 2,000 UK professionals found 79 per cent will tuck into their food as they work, so they can use their ‘lunch break’ to …

Millions of Brits are putting their lives in danger and risk causing thousands of pounds worth of damage – because they don’t know how to turn off the essential live services supplying their homes. Explosive research revealed 43 per cent of homeowners wouldn’t know how to turn off their gas in the event of an accident. And a …