Millions of Brits are unable to exercise, sleep or endure long journeys in the car – due to constant and debilitating pain. A study of 2,000 adults found 52 per cent report some kind of regular, physical pain, such as back troubles, arthritis or skin conditions. Of these, 35 per cent can’t comfortably exercise, and three in …
Classic fairy tales have been reimagined to see Goldilocks finally get her comeuppance, Jack show up at the front door of the Giant’s high-rise apartment, and Rapunzel get rescued – by a plumber. A sketch sees comedian Ellie Taylor read passages from Goldilocks and the Three Bears in a humorous and modern take on the classic story we know and …
Retirees are determined to maintain their independence in later life, by dressing how they please, going on as many holidays as possible and learning new skills. A poll of 2,000 adults in their seventh decade and beyond found 72 per cent are troubled by the idea of being a burden to others in the future. But while 73 per cent …
A food guru has shared 10 tips that could cut your shopping bills in half – including always looking at the lowest placed items on a shelf, avoiding the bigger trolleys and investing more in the frozen food aisle. Personal finance expert Lynn Beattie – also known as Mrs Mummypenny – is recognised for her helpful advice on how families …
Wondering which breed of dog best suits your family? A new tool has been created to match you to your perfect breed – based on your lifestyle, home, personality and hobbies. Developed alongside veterinary surgeon and TV presenter Dr Paul Manktelow, it will ask questions about where you live, who you live with, how active you are and what you …
‘Plate piling’ has been voted the most common barbeque behaviour, according to research. A poll of 2,000 adults who enjoy a good grill has found 28 per cent admit to loading their dish with as much food as possible when attending the popular garden get together. Fear of an empty buffet, not being bothered to get up again for seconds …
Six in 10 adults cook meals on a loop – with spaghetti Bolognese, roast dinner and a curry topping the list. A poll of 2,000 adults found 53 per cent are ‘stuck in a rut’ when it comes to cooking at mealtimes – with pizza, sausage and mash, and chilli con carne also go-to dishes. Seven in 10 admitted they’d …
Brits are set to save more than £2,000 this year – by cutting back on fun moments with friends and family. A poll of 2,000 adults found eating out at restaurants, holidays and even going to gigs are among the top things they are spending less on – saving £171 each month as a result. While others have canned trips …
Two-thirds of millennials don’t know which countries emerged victorious from World War II, according to research. A poll of 2,000 adults found 41 per cent of 18-34-year-olds are oblivious to the fact the UK fought on the side of the Allies. The research found Brits know remarkably little about the key events and people from World War II – despite …
The best sounds in football include the roar when the players take to the pitch, the first whistle and funny chants. A poll of 2,000 football fans who have travelled to games found 90 per cent believe a good atmosphere makes a football match more memorable. The tense silence before a penalty kick, the national anthem performed at international games …
A live 5G hologram of tennis ace, Emma Raducanu, has surprised two young grassroots tennis players with a one-to-one coachin…
British Paralympian Richard Whitehead has opened up about the obstacles he faced getting opportunities in sport following hi…
Nearly half of LGBTQ+ adults in the UK feel uncomfortable watching live sporting events in person – because of homopho…
Millions are ‘doing their bit’ to help out in their communities, according to research. The study of 2,000 adult…
Experts have revealed the top things you should and shouldn’t be doing with your elderly dog – including keeping…
A life-size ‘cow lamp’ has appeared in front of the Houses of Parliament – to draw attention to the potent…
A study of 2,000 adults found most households (86 per cent) are guilty of leaving an average of eight items on standby at an…
A poll of 2,000 people has revealed the biggest misconceptions about dementia, with 17 per cent believing that if a family m…
Thousands of motorists feel ‘overwhelmed’ by the technical capabilities of their cars – with cruise contro…
This comes as Ministers are considering putting a stop to the sale of fruit and sweet-flavoured vapes such as Elf Bars, whic…
Nearly a fifth of adults (15 per cent) were the target of a doorstep scam over the last year – with people pretending to be energy suppliers, well-known brands, security firms, and more. On aver…
Eight in 10 tenants feel ‘trapped’ in the rental cycle – as ONS figures show house prices for first time buyers have risen by an average of 18 per cent in the last two years, an incr…
When “Art Play by Marion Deuchars” landed on my desk last week, I was truly excited. A4 in size with a definitely “arty feel” exploring colours, shapes, patterns, etc which will encourage our children to explore all avenues of art. Just having a quick flick through I can see dot-to-dots, pencil techniques, blank pages, scribble colouring, line drawing, etc. What …
PREPARE FOR MORE DISGUSTING AND HILARIOUS FUN AS ROALD DAHL’S MOST REVOLTING CHARACTERS RETURN IN BRAND NEW APP… ‘HOUSE OF TWITS’ NEW app inspired by The Twits follows the Number One App ROALD DAHL’S TWIT OR MISS First ever 3D rendering of Roald Dahl’s revolting characters Mr and Mrs Twit NO in-app purchases and NO third-party advertising. Just when you …
Produced by children’s TV specialists Ragdoll Productions, Twirlywoos returns to CBeebies in November with a second series (25 x 11”) featuring the adorable antics of four fruit tea-loving, bird-like characters: Great BigHoo, Toodloo, Chickedy and Chick. Ever curious, they seek adventure and fun wherever they go, whether in the real world or on their Big Red Boat. A laugh-out-loud treat …
Smokers spend enough on cigarettes over their adult lifetime to buy four brand new family cars, two round-the-world cruises or put down two house deposits, according to research. Alternatively, they could afford 15 luxury Rolex Submariner watches or Hermes Birkin handbags, with cash left over. The study of 2,000 adults who use nicotine – including cigarette smokers – found 67 …
The average adult hasn’t spoken to their neighbour for three weeks – but millions enjoy ‘passive aggressive’ posts on community social media pages. A study of 2,000 UK adults found 56 per cent of those in local online groups report sniping and backbiting, with 34 per cent describing it as pure entertainment. And 47 per cent have shared information with …
A survey of 1,600 hiring managers from leading UK industries found 41 per cent of law firms and a quarter of accountancy, banking and insurance companies are unlikely to hire anyone without a degree. An alarming 52 per cent of legal and 51 per cent of financial services companies quizzed will only consider candidates from Oxford, St Andrew’s, Cambridge, LSE, …
A study of 500 women who are currently pregnant, or who gave birth within the last five years, found 25 per cent avoided eating nuts while pregnant in case they gave their unborn child an allergy. Gluten (20 per cent) and pollen (16 per cent) are also among the list of potential allergens avoided by mums-to-be. While 57 per cent …
Are you a super savvy saver when it comes to booking holidays? Or do the websites get the best of you, causing you to miss out on deals? Take this quiz to find out your savvy-booker score. Discover if you’re a travel titan, able to winkle out a bargain months in advance or a sticker price sucker, paying over the …
AI tools like Midjourney generate images based on what the internet thinks something is or what it looks like. And when such platforms are asked to create a picture of someone healthy who exercises, they generate images of people with no body fat, chiselled jaws, muscles, and even 12-pack abs. Sports brand ASICS believes the AI images fail to show …
A study of 2,000 adults who have a relative aged 75 and over found 30 per cent claim their homes are brimming with the latest gizmos – bucking the stereotype that they shy away from technology. The average person in this age bracket is proficient at using smart phones, laptops and streaming services. While 28 per cent use WhatsApp and …
The top things adults miss most from childhood are waking up without a care in the world, school holidays, and having no life admin. A study of 2,000 Brits revealed the activities they long for from their youth, with more than half (56 per cent) admitting they have lost their sense of fun with age. Getting pocket money, playing in …
Research of 2,000 adults in a relationship revealed 47 per cent argue on a weekly basis about clutter in their home, with 30 per cent claiming the amount of clutter their other half builds up gives them the ‘ick’. And 23 per cent have admitted their partner’s approach to tidiness has put a strain on their relationship. The most common …
Some golfers are a ‘fair way’ from understanding the terms of their sport – with almost four in 10 clueless about what a triple bogey is. A study of 1,000 who swing clubs revealed 68 per cent feel out of their depth when questioned about the sport. With 45 per cent unable to tell the difference between a ‘birdie’ – …
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