‘Table talk’ discussions are focusing on the environment more than ever before – with the likes of climate change, recycling and energy efficiency being hot topics. A study of 2,000 adults revealed 27 per cent will chat about sustainability above any other subjects including football, films, and what’s happening on Love Island. However, 37 per cent admitted even though they …

Brits’ ‘buffet behaviours’ have been revealed – including ‘The Smuggler’, ‘The Stacker’ and ‘The Investigator’. A poll of 1,500 adults with a passion for hotel breakfast buffets found there are five personality types when tackling the morning meal when staying away. Nearly half (45 per cent) are the investigating type and will circle the breakfast buffet multiple times before making …

A poll of 1,500 adults aged 18 to 25 identified other musts as closing the curtains, turning all the lights off, and suitably comfortable chairs – to ensure the atmosphere is spot on. A third like to watch their favourite shows accompanied by their partner but 23 per cent would rather not risk being disturbed at a crucial point in …

Four in 10 over 40s are opting for thrill-packed adventure holidays over relaxing by the pool – choosing to hike, ride horses, road cycle and ski instead of the traditional beach break.   Research of 2,000 adults over 40 found others enjoy riding rollercoasters, wild camping, and mountain biking.   While snorkelling, kayaking, mountain climbing, and zip lining are also …

A study of 2,000 adults found 37 per cent reckon they’ve witnessed something ‘out of the ordinary’  although 35 per cent put it down to an optical illusion. While 45 per cent have thought UFOs and aliens exist for as long as they can remember, 23 per cent describe themselves as ‘true believers’ of extra-terrestrial life. And a third admit …

Brits have revealed the top 40 UK experiences everyone should do before turning 40 – including a night under Northumberland’s International Dark Sky Park, a road trip along Scotland’s Coast 500 and a visit to Birmingham’s Balti Triangle. Climbing the basalt steps of the Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland, a trip to the Cornish Isles of Scilly and watching the …

The journey of pet ownership is illustrated in a series of snaps, including one pesky mog popping a paw in the aquarium to catch a fish, another causing havoc with Christmas decorations and a third having a game of monopoly. While dastardly dogs are featured thieving slippers, shredding toilet rolls and tearing up sofa cushions. But it still looks like …

A study of 2,000 energy bill payers found 62 per cent are unsure if their hot water is set at the optimum temperature of 50 degrees. But reducing the temperature from 70 degrees to 50 could save households £79 on their bills each year. Added up across households that don’t know what temperature their tap is producing, gives the enormous …

A poll of 2,000 motorists revealed 72 per cent have turned up to their desired location with no real recollection of the route they took. Other common distractions include worrying about how much fuel is left, engine noise and talking to passengers. It also emerged 26 per cent of motorists don’t pay as much attention to their surroundings when driving …

More than a third of women under 45 don’t participate in sport – because they’re worried about how their skin looks. A study of 2,000 women aged between 18 and 45 found concerns about cellulite and stretch marks mean many avoid exercising. While others shy away from it due to conditions such as eczema, hyperpigmentation, or rosacea. It also emerged …