By Zoya Gervis // SWNS NEWS COPY w/ VIDEO + INFOGRAPHIC New research has found the average person missed out on 28 days –– almost an entire month –– of in-person, quality time with their mom since the pandemic started in March of 2020.  A new survey of 2,000 people revealed the lack of motherly interaction has made this upcoming …

NEWS COPY Holidays abroad, regular nights out with friends and an enjoyable job are now LESS important than before lockdown, according to Brits. A study of 2,000 adults found 43 per cent have completely re-evaluated life and what really matters to them since the pandemic, with plans for travelling, having loads of money and a nice car now less significant …

NEWS COPY Millions of Brits have family favourite recipes handed down through the generations including stews, curries and pies. Research of 2,000 adults revealed 54 per cent are using recipes given to them by their elders, with soups and pasta bakes also favourites across the country. While the average household uses three recipes given from family members on a regular …

These stunning images captured by local photographers reveal the UK’s ‘hidden gems’ – and feature such locations as The Lake District, Devon and the Cotswolds. Research polling 2,000 adults has identified which places they’re most eager to see for themselves – with 38 per cent looking forward to exploring new places when they’re allowed. The Peak District and Yorkshire are …

By SWNS Staff // SWNS NEWS COPY w/ VIDEO + INFOGRAPHIC Three-quarters of American homeowners said their outdoor space was indispensable during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new research. The study polled 2,000 American homeowners with an outdoor space to analyze how they’ve been finding solace during the pandemic, and the results found respondents are spending 14 hours a week outside …

NEWS COPY Millions of adults have played games on their mobile phone for the first time over the past year – with the garden shed among one of the top locations. A study of 1,500 smartphone owners found the number of ‘mobile gamers’ – people who play video games on mobile phones – has seen a steep increase during lockdown. …

By Marie Haaland // SWNS NEWS COPY w/ VIDEO + INFOGRAPHIC Over half of older adults in the U.S. said the COVID-19 pandemic forced them to be more self-sufficient, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 Americans (aged 57+) revealed 56% believe they’ve become more independent over the past year, and seven in 10 expect these newfound feelings of self-sufficiency …

NEWS COPY Brits are split on how to settle the restaurant bill after a meal with friends and family. A study of 2,000 diners, by comparethemarket.com, revealed 34 per cent believe you should split the bill straight down the middle including the tip, while 36 per cent reckon it should be split precisely based on who has had what. Nearly half …

By Joseph Staples // SWNS NEWS COPY W/ VIDEO + INFOGRAPHIC The average person loses 11 cherished memories per year – in the form of accidentally deleted and otherwise misplaced digital videos and photos, according to new research. A new global survey of 4,000 people across eight countries probed respondents’ biggest “memory mishaps” that lead to the loss of these …

By SWNS Staff NEWS COPY W/ VIDEO + INFOGRAPHIC It’s official, Americans are counting on summer 2021. A new survey of 2,000 American parents found that families are planning to reclaim summer 2021 and just have fun. After the mulligan year of 2020, it’s no surprise that 62% of respondents said summer 2020 didn’t really count due to the pandemic …