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Original fireplaces, exposed beams and cornicing have been named the ultimate signs of good taste in the home, according to new research

Period features still deemed 'most stylish' property features

The top side hustling cities include Bristol and London

Half of Brits work a ‘second shift’ after hours on side hustles

Eight in 10 Brits feel they learnt more lessons in the 'university of life'

Brits believe lessons learnt outside the classroom are more important

Brits say they miss classic '80s hairstyles

The 1980s has been crowned Britain’s most standout decade

More than half of Brits often feel they have too many things to keep track of every day

Brits juggle six different tasks, reminders, and responsibilities

The survey found 35 per cent have multiple versions of almost exactly the same picture

Brits take five selfies before landing on one they're happy with

Three quarters of all learning types also agreed seeing something visually is important before they’re able to fully understand it

Brits typically fall into one of six learning personalities

Mollie King explores London street style

Street style inspires Brits more than celebrities, poll finds

It comes as Olivia Atwood announces a SPLIT from her long-term lover and introduces a number one on the scene

Top signs your relationship is failing, according to research

Pistachio green was found to be the trendiest colour of the year

Pistachio green is the trendiest colour of 2026

More than a third confessed they regularly start the day feeling tired

Nearly half of Brits wake up grumpy each week, poll finds

The average Brit now captures 1,040 photos and 312 videos per year

Brits take more than a THOUSAND photos every year

Many are embracing the great outdoors instead of taking to the pubs

Young Brits are swapping boozy nights out for the great outdoors

The research found people increasingly value when consuming entertainment on the move

Over a third of Brits save favourite shows to watch while travelling

Ex-Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison also identifies as a 'Chief Vacation Officer'

Nearly half of Brits identify as a ‘Chief Vacation Officer'

Football fans have lost an average of three hours of sleep per match over the past five weeks

World Cup disrupts UK work routines

Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament topped the list

Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament crowned as the UK’s best view
Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament have been crowned the UK’s best view, according to a poll.
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More than half have decided to improve their diet

Eight in 10 Brits are now actively tracking their health

Waking up and hearing music already drifting across the campsite was voted amongst the favourite moments.

Festivalgoers have revealed the moments they look forward to most

Tech users encounter tech‑related frustration twice a day

Robot tests, useless Wi‑Fi and broken phones top our modern tech woes

People are turning to online communities for money-saving tips.

Money‑saving hacks include abandoning online baskets for discounts

Being told off is also ranked on the list

The top 10 most awkward moments in life

The collaboration marks the launch of easyJet’s new base at Newcastle International Airport.

Greggs and easyJet have teamed up to launch five new Sausage Roll dips

Stephen Libby has partnered with Samsung to go back to his cyber security roots.

One in five small firms could close within months after a cyber breach

Lovey is the UK's fastest-growing SME lender and broker, founded in 2016 by Jack Smith to simplify business lending.

Ad Feature Four in five SMEs missed growth opportunities due to lack of finance

Samsung used their Galaxy S26 Ultra to film content with Ashley Walters

Two in three Brits stay up late just for uninterrupted ‘me time’

44 per cent said general background noise causes them to lose concentration.

Two thirds of Gen Z office workers can’t work without headphones on

The pair are determined to keep their blossoming friendship alive.

Joe Wilkinson and Joe Marler rekindle their bromance in cheeky ad
Joe Wilkinson and Joe Marler have rekindled their bromance in a tongue in cheek advert that playfully mirrors the modern beginnings of a new romance.
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The Galaxy S25 series includes Photo Assist’s Generative Edit, a tool allowing users to remove unwanted people or objects from photos.

The average mobile phone camera roll has the faces of 350 strangers

One in five travellers have queued longer than an hour for photos in certain spots.

Times Square named one of the hardest places to get a decent photo

The index ranks resorts based on a combination of factors, including the cost of lift passes, equipment hire, accommodation, transport and the average price of a beer, as well as accessibility from the UK.

Balkan resort with £1 beers is Europe’s most affordable ski resort

Michael Owen joins Casino.org as their exclusive UK & Ireland affiliate ambassador for 2026.

Ad Feature Michael Owen becomes brand ambassador for casino platform

Chocolatier Jen Lindsey-Clark was enlisted to create the festive coins.

The monarchy have been immortalised – on chocolate coins

Subway are giving away sauce bottle shaped festive baubles inspired by its most popular sauces - Chipotle Southwest, Sweet Onion, and Honey Mustard.

Wacky condiments are making their way onto Gen Z’s Christmas dinners

London topped the list for business growth in the UK

The top cities for business growth in the UK, according to study

Patsy Kensit offers advice for how to erase your ex from your life

Brits spend almost six days a year regretting life choices

Boomers twice as likely as Gen Z to turn to tea for their hydration needs

More than 2.5 million Brits can’t remember their last glass of water

The office relics consigned to work-life history include fax machines, Rolodexes and clunky filing cabinets.

Office relics consigned to history as smartphones take over

Gemma Collins sparked a frenzy after 'accidentally' sharing wedding details on Instagram.

Gemma Collins sparked a frenzy ‘accidentally’ sharing wedding details

Bosch is turning up the heat with TV's ultimate truth detectives, Harry Clark & Mollie Pearce, in a no-bluff cooking challenge.

Brits admit to lying about salary & sporting ability at dinner parties

On average, Brits experience five unforgettable moments each year

Life’s most unmissable moments revealed - from babies to first homes

Kefalonia, Greece

Half of Brits know just one foreign phrase — how to order a drink

'Come again?', 'eh?', and 'you what?' are more preferred

Gen Z is killing off traditional polite phrases like ‘excuse me?’

2,000 mums and dads with children aged between 11 and 17 find quality time together is becoming more difficult due to screens

Parents worry about kids' screen time - but admit they're guilty too

Jamie Laing records a new spoken word track titled Morning People

Jamie Laing releases track to turn mornings into turbocharged triumphs

Firefighters, paramedics, and farmers topped the list

These are the top 20 toughest everyday jobs, according to Brits

The West Country team recorded eight yellow cards for simulation

Bristol Rovers named most prolific divers in England’s top divisions

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