Parents despairing over how to keep kids entertained aboard half-term flights have had their prayers answered – in the form of (air) craft sessions on planes. Budget airline easyJet has announced the launch of ‘AirCraft’, a new arts and crafts initiative to encourage children to get creative on flights during their autumn holidays. Nostalgic mums and dads will also know …

A study of 500 adults who have adopted a pet, found 74 per cent consider it to be one of the most rewarding achievements. Learning to love and care for something other than yourself, and a belief that adoptees are more appreciative of your attention – and treats – are also advantages to taking a pet home from a shelter. …

Three quarters of Brits admit they are lacking joy in their lives, despite 78 per cent saying little lifts help to add a bit of ‘oomph’ during tough times. Research of 2000 adults found two fifths blame their lacklustre feelings on the ongoing challenges with the cost-of-living crisis. However, 61 per cent are actively looking to inject more pleasure into …

The top 10 kids’ toys for this Christmas have been revealed by Amazon UK – including everything from flying avocados to prehistoric predators. Celebrity Kimberley Walsh unveiled the toys at the ‘Joy of Toys’ experience on London’s South Bank today, giving children to chance to unlock their imagination – with an interactive play area and free hair-braiding to entertain visitors. …

The research of 1,000 mums and dads found even sneaky bathroom hideouts can be challenging at times as 29 per cent don’t feel like they can go to the toilet without being followed by their children. Nearly four in 10 (38 per cent) frazzled parents sit on the toilet and scroll through their phone, 32 per cent pretend to be …

A towering statue to honour the UK’s kindest hero has been unveiled on London’s iconic Southbank today – and you may not have heard of them. Unsung hero and inspiration, Jo Newby, 52, from East Yorkshire, has received the incredible accolade thanks to her tireless efforts to help hundreds of members of the community during the past two decades and …

Millions of drivers are potentially putting children at risk – as more than a quarter admit they don’t know what the speed limit is outside their child’s school. The study of 2,000 parent motorists with children aged five to 16 also found six in 10 even had arguments with other parents over driving misdemeanours. More than one in five (21 …

A smile is as infectious as laughter and typically passes on to three people, according to research. A poll of 2,000 Brits looked into how far positivity can spread, with three quarters claiming a smile from someone brightens their day. And 28 per cent value it so much, they feel being on the receiving end of a grin is worth …

A study of 2,000 adults found less than half (48 per cent) have had a loved one open up to them about their experience with menopause. In fact, almost half (47 per cent) believe approaching the subject with a woman might make them feel uncomfortable, while 38 per cent think it’s simply not their place to ask. Delving deeper into …

A supermarket clothing brand has unveiled the first ever dynamic changing room where customers can test out clothes on a treadmill. The machinery was set up for people to try on outfits and move in them, giving a realistic impression of how they’d feel and look when going about daily life in the get-up. The ultimate fitting room experience also …