NEWS COPY Cookies, pizza bases – and banana bread – are among the top treats Brits have been making during the lockdown. A study of 2,000 adults discovered exactly what culinary delights have been created over the last few months, with sausage rolls, sourdough bread and lemon drizzle cake also proving popular. Pancakes topped the poll, with cookies, chocolate cake …

NEWS COPY Queen’s ‘Don’t Stop Me Now’, ‘Stayin’ Alive’ by the Bee Gees and Rick Astley’s ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ are among the happiest songs ever released. A poll of 1,300 adults aged 30-55 has revealed the top 50 tunes most likely to put you in a good mood. Electric Light Orchestra – aka ELO – took the crown …

NEWS COPY The best and worst garden trends of all time have been revealed – with bird feeders and vegetable patches among the good, and gnomes and fake grass among the bad. A study found water features, summer houses and decking are also viewed favourably among green-fingered Brits, as are herb gardens, living walls and outdoor kitchens. But they’re not …

NEWS COPY Receiving an online delivery earlier than expected, getting a compliment from a stranger – and taking a ‘good selfie’ on the first attempt are among life’s ‘little wins’. A poll of 2,000 adults discovered the small everyday moments which spark joy. These include getting an extra hour in bed and enjoying a relaxing glass of wine at the …

NEWS COPY Moonpig have launched a mental health awareness campaign – encouraging Brits to find their voice, reach out to people who may be struggling and to ‘see the hidden message’ when communicating with friends and family. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ftJvAtrwbs?feature=oembed&w=1200&h=675] As the camera gets closer, the words fade to reveal the ‘hidden message’, something which the sender wanted to say but …

NEWS COPY Half of Brits plan to continue their new-found habits and activities in life after lockdown – including creating podcasts, online fitness classes and walking more often. A study of 2,000 adults found 43 per cent feel they have ‘changed their ways for the better’ – and plan to continue with their improved behaviours even after the restrictions are …

A survey of 2,000 adults revealed 88 per cent look to music when they feel low, with rock and pop the uplifting genres. Nearly a third also said listening to classical music helps them. Podcasts also do the job, with one in five listening to comedy for a boost – and another fifth enjoying those based on the arts and …

By SWNS Staff NEWS COPY w/ VIDEO + INFOGRAPHIC Over three-quarters of Americans say the COVID-19 outbreak has increased their stress and anxiety, according to new research. The survey asked respondents about their stress levels due to the Coronavirus pandemic and found 27% are turning to the bedroom to reduce their stress. Aside from increased sex lives, 37% of those …

NEWS COPY The average adult will spend the equivalent of 34 YEARS of their lives staring at screens. Research polling 2,000 Brits found more than 4,866 hours a year are spent glued to gadgets such as phones, laptops and televisions. This equates to an astonishing 301,733 hours over the average adult lifetime of 62 years. Up to three-and-a-half hours a …

NEWS COPY Householders stuck at home are spotting a raft of DIY jobs which need doing – because they are now spending all day looking at them. A study of 2,000 adults found more than half have noticed faults which need fixing or cosmetic damage they previously took no notice of, as they spend more time than ever at home. …