Once-popular presents such as bikes, skateboards and rollerblades are slipping down kids’ Christmas lists

Once-popular presents such as bikes, skateboards and rollerblades are slipping down kids’ Christmas lists, a study has found.

A poll of 2,000 parents revealed just one in 10 children has asked for a new bike or skateboard from … Read More

Millions of British motorists are unprepared for winter driving

Millions of motorists are unprepared for winter driving – with nearly half admitting they have not conducted any maintenance checks on their vehicle, according to research.

One in six revealed they have previously broken down in the cold … Read More

Dinner at 6:48pm, two hours in front of the TV and bed by 10:45pm is the recipe for a ‘perfect night in’

The recipe for a perfect night in includes dinner at 6:48pm, two hours in front of the TV and bed by 10:45pm, according to research.

A poll of 2,000 adults revealed 78 per cent of Brits now opt to stay … Read More

Brits want to see Winter Fuel Payments made available to everyone who needs it

Most Brits would like to see Winter Fuel Payments made available to everyone who needs it – regardless of their age, a study found.

Researchers who polled 2,000 UK adults found two thirds think the scheme should be … Read More

It’s official – Winter is bad for your health, appearance – and sex life

Winter is bad for your health, appearance – and your sex life, a study has found.

A poll of 2,000 adults found the cold and dark winter months result in an increase in illnesses, a lower mood and … Read More

Clumsy Brits endure 100 drinks spillages, food mishaps or trips – every year

Clumsy Brits endure 100 drinks spillages, food mishaps or trips – every year, it has emerged.

Researchers who carried out a detailed study found the average adult will have a clumsy moment around twice a week.

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Study finds that one in five Brits now never carries cash

One in five Brits now never carries cash, a study has found.

Researchers who polled 2,000 UK adults found many are now opting to pay using different methods such as chip and pin and smartphone payments.

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This is how to take the perfect foodie shot for social media

Three-quarters of middle-aged Brits are happy to snap a photo of their meal for social media, according to research.

Despite being considered a habit of younger generations, a poll of 2,000 adults has found those aged 35-55 are … Read More

This is how long Brits expect their kitchen gadgets to last

Brits bank on nine years use from their fridge before it conks out – and at least six and a half years hard graft from their toaster, it has emerged.

Researchers who carried out a detailed study found … Read More

New research maps the average millennial’s ‘toy story’

The average millennial’s ‘toy story’ began with Play-Doh at the age of two, followed by Hungry Hippos at six and Lego when they were nine, according to research.

A study of adults aged 22 to 37 explores their … Read More