45 h. ago 8 things we all used in the 60s and 70s but young people today would struggle to identify

Millennials wouldn’t have a clue about most of these objects, let alone members of Generation Z

Politics

3 d. ago Ozzy Osbourne opens up on his daily health struggles as his family admit 'he hates the thought of people pitying him' in documentary filmed weeks before his death

The Black Sabbath frontman, who was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2019, passed away at the age of 76 on July 22 surrounded by his family.

Society

5 d. ago 'Cheapest' way to banish grim yellow toilet seat stains from your bathroom

Yellow stains on toilet seats are a common problem that many people struggle to get rid of, but there's a simple and cheap solution that costs less than a pound

Politics

5 d. ago The area of Wales where 'too many people are dying unnecessarily'

A report concluded people were 'swimming in a disjointed system that struggles to meet their needs'

Events

5 d. ago ‘If you get it wrong, it’s sacrilegious!’ TV’s problem with Irish accents

From James Norton’s ‘terror’ at playing a Dubliner in House of Guinness to Helen Mirren doing an impersonation so atrocious it went viral – why do actors struggle to play people from Ireland?Putting on a good Irish accent is an art. In the same way that pouring Guinness is an art, actually. And as with all artistic feats, people think, “Well, anyone could do that!” before swiftly finding out that anyone could not, in fact, do that. An accurate Irish accent, for a non-Irish actor, takes dedication, research, talent. And as is the case with all art, failure invites utter brutality from the critics.In the canon of Irish TV and film, there are sadly more misses than hits when it comes to nailing the gift from God that is a true Irish accent. Bad accents become famous for being bad, remembered for reducing all Irish speech to a monolith. Brad Pitt as an IRA gunman in The Devil’s Own, for instance, was so bad that the year after it came out, the Troubles finally ended. Then there’s Gerard...

Politics

6 d. ago 'I'm a weight loss doctor and imbalance is why you're not losing fat'

Professor Franklin Joseph said it's often why people struggle, even if they're eating well and exercising

Economics

7 d. ago Racist voices are becoming louder and moving into the mainstream. How can I help my client feel safe? | Ahona Guha

Within the context of increasing anti-migrant and anti-Muslim rhetoric, Aisha found that she was hyper-vigilant and anxious about the possibility of another assaultThe modern mind is a column where experts discuss mental health issues they are seeing in their workAs far-right and anti-immigration influences take hold across the globe, people of colour are often struggling to know where they might feel safe. Encountering occasional racism has been a fact of life for people of colour in most countries in the west. Emboldened by the far-right movements, racist voices are now becoming louder and moving into the mainstream.One of the emergent themes within the therapy room has involved a resurgence of racial trauma, especially for those who have previously experienced significant such harm. Continue reading...

Politics

8 d. ago 15 ways in which school today is very different to how you remember it in the 60s and 70s

There are some things everyone who went to school in the 60s and 70s will remember.

Politics

1 week ago Man and woman found dead at home as police launch investigation

A man in his 70s and a woman in her 60s suffered serious injuries at a home in Camelford, Cornwall, and were pronounced dead at the scene. Police said they were known to each other

Events

1 week ago A man in his 70s and woman in her 60s have been found dead with ‘serious injuries’ as cops launch probe

A MAN in his 70s and woman in her 60s have been found dead with "serious injuries" - sparking an urgent police probe. Emergency services rushed to the property in Cornwall on Wednesday night after a report to authorities concerning the pair's welfare, cops said. Authorities arrived at the home in Treclago View, Camelford at...

Events

1 week ago How the cost of 13 grocery staples has changed since the 60s and 70s, with one popular food soaring in price

The price of several store cupboard essentials has soared since the 60s and 70s

Economics

2 w. ago People struggle to get over 50% correct in 'hard' general knowledge quiz

General knowledge quizzes aren't always easy because often you need to rack your brain for random facts. So if you're confident enough, see if you can answer more than 50% of these questions right

Politics

2 w. ago General knowledge quiz is so hard people are struggling to get 50% correct

If you're gearing up for your weekly pub quiz, see if you can get 100% in this general knowledge quiz. The creator on TikTok says it's so hard people can't even get half of them right

Politics

2 w. ago 'I'm a dog trainer and you can stop pet giving you hard time on walks with one change'

People who own a big dog will know the struggles of taking them out for a daily walk. But one dog trainer revealed how you can stop your pet from 'giving you a hard time'

Politics

2 w. ago 26 of the best photos transporting you back to golden era of bus travel in the 60s, 70s and 80s

There was no tapping on and off back then, but getting the bus was a much smoother experience for many passengers.

Culture

2 w. ago 9 things every teenager wanted in their bedroom in the 60s and 70s

The 60s and 70s were an exciting time to grow up, with great music, colourful fashions, and revolution in the air.

Politics

2 w. ago From no prospects to employment: ‘I no longer feel lost — I feel purposeful and happy’

Two young people talk about overcoming mental health struggles with support of The King’s Trust – as Kim Kardashian’s business partner Emma Grede, who beat dyslexia, backs our appeal

Politics

2 w. ago Debt charity shares eight steps to get ahead of winter and stay on top of finances

StepChange is urging people to seek help if they are struggling with their finances before the colder weather sets in.

Economics

2 w. ago 14 famous catchphrases you'll remember if you grew up in the 60s or 70s

They are the lines that will trip off your tongue if you grew up during the 60s or 70s.

Politics

2 w. ago A third Brits struggle with energy bills, yet many avoid seeking help

A poll of 2,000 adults found 35 per cent of people at least sometimes struggle to pay their energy bills, but many are doing so in silence

Science