Family photos, fresh bed sheets and a fridge full of food are among the things which most help a house feel like a home. A study of 2,000 homeowners has revealed what transforms four walls into a homely space, with their own bed topping the list according to 65 per cent. Similarly, having a ‘space’ on the sofa …

Millions of Brits are having a worse night sleep than ever before – due to strange dreams and late-night snacking. A study of 2,000 UK adults found nearly one in four said their quality of sleep has dropped as they are kept up by worries and the change in their routine. Working later into the evening and snacking …

Lockdown Brits are sleeping longer – but having a worse night’s sleep due to a change in routine, general worry and late night snacking. Research found the average adult got six hours and 43 minutes of sleep on a typical weekday night before the coronavirus pandemic. But a lack of school runs and commuting has seen the average …

The average family dining table will play host to 572 conversations, 1,456 meals and 468 jokes – every year. A study of 1,000 parents revealed a further 57 disagreements are had at the dinner table while 72 special moments are shared annually. It also emerged that half of parents think it is important for their brood to sit …

‘Technophobe’ Brits have learnt new tech skills during lockdown – including how to video call, send a group text and even use their computer to make a phone call. Research polling 2,000 adults found a quarter previously avoided messaging into group chats, while 23 per cent wouldn’t use video conferencing for work. More than a quarter even went …

An estimated 32 million Brits have changed their eating habits during lockdown – including eating healthier food and trying new meals. A study of 2,000 adults found 61 per cent think their diets are different now, with 29 per cent of those saying it is healthier than it was before. An eighth are using more plant-based alternatives and …

Brits want to become more environmentally friendly – as a result of social distancing. A study of 2,000 adults found 70 per cent feel the restrictions associated with coronavirus have had a positive impact on the planet. This has led to two-fifths planning to continue with some of their lifestyle changes even when social distancing measures are lifted …

Live meditation sessions, music concerts and even visits to the zoo are among the activities now taking place online as the nation adapts to ‘virtual living’. A study of 2,000 adults found many people have gone way beyond conference calls, keep fit sessions and online pub quizzes. Lockdown has forced us to find inventive ways of connecting online, …

Two thirds of locked-down Brits want to have ‘achieved’ something by the time they’re allowed back out into the world. A study of 2,000 adults found 16 per cent will learn how to grow vegetables, a quarter will master another language – and a tenth will become press-up champions. More than 60 per cent are planning – or …

Locked-down Brits will become ‘super human’ and self-improve during isolation – with plans to learn a language or instrument, master DIY, paint a picture or write a novel. A poll of 2,000 adults found six in 10 are planning – or have already started – to improve themselves while house-bound. Among the intentions are taking an online university …