4 h. ago UK Nightlife in Crisis: half of UK pubs and clubs predicted be extinct by 2030, new study reveals

The projections are a concern for the over 3 million employees working in the hospitality sector

Events

22 h. ago Popular chicken chain revealed as most notorious for getting orders wrong

Study also reveals which fast food chains are the quickest at handing out orders and which are most accurate

Politics

23 h. ago Young people prioritise starting a business over saving for a house

A new study of 2,000 people aged 18–35 has revealed a notable shift in the savings aspirations of young people when compared with those of their parents.

Economics

30 h. ago Man City star slower than every Premier League player as teammate revealed second fastest

A fascinating study has revealed who the Premier League's slowest and quickest players are, with current champions Manchester City having two players in each category

Sport

32 h. ago Women urged to call this number when walking home alone at night

A new study has revealed that nearly half of British women avoid calling a friend or support line while walking home alone at night - even if they feel unsafe at the time

Politics

33 h. ago Elon, Beyoncé and a flat earth? New study finds that 4 in 5 Gen Zs believe in conspiracy theories

A new study has revealed that nearly 80 per cent of Gen Zs admit to believing conspiracy theories, with as many as 41 per cent actively spreading them

Politics

33 h. ago Revealed: The conversational mistake you should avoid if you want people to enjoy talking to you

A new study has revealed the error that makes you come across as insincere.

Politics

37 h. ago The conversational mistake you should avoid if you want people to enjoy talking to you

A new study has revealed the error that makes you come across as insincere.

Politics

53 h. ago Young people prioritising starting a business over saving for a house deposit

A new study of 2,000 people aged 18–35 has revealed a notable shift in the savings aspirations of young people when compared with those of their parents.

Economics

3 d. ago Britain’s brainiest dogs revealed as study reveals best canines to follow orders

Researchers asked dog owners to test their pets with a range of 30 instructions from simple terms like ‘sit’ to lesser-known ones like ‘spin’ - and it was clear which dogs came out on top

Politics

4 d. ago Nature’s secret soundscape: listen with me to the world’s quietest creatures

While humans are more boisterous than ever, other species are talking too – this is what you will hear if you really listenIt’s a spring day in northern Sweden, just 100km (62 miles) below the Arctic Circle. I tuck my sound gear into my backpack, clip into my cross-country skis and glide out on to a frozen lake, looking for a small ice-fishing hole.It’s a quiet day, with no snowmobiles or other skiers about. Conditions are perfect for the fishing I hope to do: not for dinner, but for sounds. Continue reading...

Politics

4 d. ago Travel anxiety is triggered by these five plane factors, study reveals

The survey also revealed which airlines are the ‘best’ for nervous flyers

Politics

6 d. ago Matt Willis teams up with M&S to delight customers with free coffee treats

A new study has revealed millions of Brits will swear loyalty to a company if they're given a free gift - and as a result, M&S have been giving out coffee for free

Economics

6 d. ago Full list of the beloved chocolate eggs hit by 'shrinkflation' this Easter as study reveals shoppers are paying up to 50% more for less

The price of chocolate has risen by 16.5 per cent in a year - compared to a 4.4 per cent increase for supermarket food and drink overall - according to inflation tracking by consumer group Which?.

Economics

7 d. ago Baby names associated with intelligence are dying out, study reveals

Analysis has revealed that names associated with intelligence are dying out, while those linked to beauty, elegance or strength are on the up. Is your name at risk of extinction?

Events

7 d. ago Gut health study of world’s oldest person reveals key to ageing well

Maria Branyas Morera, who died last year aged 117, had extremely youthful gut health

Politics

1 week ago World's hottest erotic festivals you never knew existed until now, ranked

A new study has revealed the most popular sex festivals around the world, with Finland's summer sex festival taking the crown as the most popular erotically charged event

Politics

1 week ago Could AI help us build a more racially just society? | Sanmi Koyejo

We have an opportunity to build systems that don’t just replicate our current inequities. Will we take them?The notion that artificial intelligence could help reduce racism might seem counterintuitive. After all, we’ve seen numerous headlines about AI systems perpetuating or even amplifying racial biases. Yet as we enter 2025, amid both a backlash against social justice initiatives and the rapid proliferation of AI technologies, an unexpected opportunity is emerging.Here’s the paradox: while few people want to be labeled racist, study after study reveal persistent racial disparities in everything from healthcare outcomes to economic opportunities. The fascinating twist? Society appears far more willing to critically examine and address bias in AI systems than confront human bias directly.Sanmi Koyejo is an assistant professor of computer science at Stanford University. He also leads the Stanford Trustworthy AI Research (Stair). Continue reading...

Politics

1 week ago Gut health study of world’s oldest person reveals lifestyle key to longevity

Maria Branyas Morera, who died last year aged 117, had extremely youthful gut health

Politics

1 week ago Study reveals women in the UK less likely to seek help for chest pain and heart issues

Women are more likely to ignore symptoms of heart complaints – as many believe it’s not an issue that will affect them.

Politics