People will tolerate an average of 51 minutes of a bad date before making their excuses to leave, according to research. The study of 2,000 adults who have ever dated also found it takes just 25 minutes to notice a spark, or lack of it. As for dates which have a bad vibe from the planning stages, a mismatch will …

Are you the biggest Disney enthusiast you know? If so, the company might be looking for you. To celebrate its 100th birthday, the entertainment giant is looking to crown the UK’s biggest Disney Fan. The prize – apart from the glory – is a money-can’t-buy stay at the fabled Cinderella Castle Suite at Florida’s Walt Disney World Resort, not normally …

The research, featuring more than 1,000 participants, looked at the excessive influence the opinions of their social circle had upon their life decisions – known as ‘social proof’. It revealed on average, contributors were 1.5 times more likely to listen to friends and family across a range of issues from restaurant recommendations through to serious financial choices, over that of …

The ‘perfect’ summer holiday must be all-inclusive, offer plenty of sunbathing spots and just a ‘stone’s throw’ away from the beach. A poll of 2,000 holidaymakers revealed Brits ideally want at least three different daily activities on offer and at least five restaurants to choose from when holidaying abroad. While 27 per cent said they would like an extensive buffet …

Almost half of adults admit their fondest childhood memories included school trips. A poll of 1,600 parents of school children found 44 per cent feel nostalgic about their formative years and trips outside the classroom – including getting to wear their own clothes, feeling grown up and smuggling sweets into overnight bags. Reserving the back of the bus also appeared …

A poll of 2,000 adults found 65 per cent have stopped shopping for non-essential items, while 15 per cent have completely cut out shopping sprees. More than half (55 per cent) are holding back because of the guilt of splashing out while others are struggling. And 60 per cent reckon this change in approach isn’t fleeting, as the current economic …

A poll of 2,000 UK adults revealed 58 per cent have ignored a number of tasks on their to do list, with 15 per cent blaming their lack of action on a lack of time while 12 per cent find it takes too long. Signing up for their local GP practice, booking a dentist appointment, making a will, and even …

Millions of adults are ‘clueless’ about gut health – and are not aware of how much your gut health can affect sleep, mood, and energy levels. Even though 82 per cent agree it’s important to look after this part of the body, the poll of 2,000 adults found nearly half (47 per cent) don’t know where to start when it …

A poll of 1,000 16 to 21-year-olds revealed many had more frequent conversation about relationships (29 per cent), religion (24 per cent) and drugs (24 per cent) compared to money. With only 12 per cent saying money was one of the most frequently discussed ‘difficult’ topics at home. However, 81 per cent now think they would be more financially confident …

Women in low-income households are less likely to receive preventative health care, while those in daily pain are more likely to give up work as a result of their ailments. A study of 10,650 females in the UK found those with a combined household income of up to £25,000 per annum are less health literate and are less likely to …