4 h. ago One in five men shun cocktails in public to avoid being mocked, study reveals

One in five men steer clear of drinking cocktails in public, while 42 per cent refuse to sip beer from a half-pint glass - preferring to pour it into a full pint instead, new research reveals.

Politics

4 h. ago Survey reveals one in five men avoid cocktails in public over fear of mockery

A poll of 2,000 adults who drink alcohol found that a third of men who shun cocktails when out and about do so in case they get mocked.

Politics

15 h. ago ‘Resistance is when I put an end to what I don’t like’: The rise and fall of the Baader

In the 1970s, the radical leftwing German terrorist organisation may have spread fear through public acts of violence – but its inner workings were characterised by vanity and incompetenceIn the summer of 1970, a group of aspirant revolutionaries arrived in Jordan from West Germany. They sought military training though they had barely handled weapons before. They sought a guerrilla war in the streets of Europe, but had never done anything more than light a fire in a deserted department store. They sought the spurious glamour that spending time with a Palestinian armed group could confer. Above all, they sought a safe place where they could hide and plan.Some of the group had flown to Beirut on a direct flight from communist-run East Berlin. The better known members – Ulrike Meinhof, a prominent leftwing journalist, and two convicted arsonists called Gudrun Ensslin and Andreas Baader – had faced a more complicated journey. First, they’d had to cross into East Germany, then they took ...

Politics

29 h. ago One in three Brits unsure how to react to epileptic seizures, reveals survey

A new survey has revealed that over half of UK adults fear they would have no idea how to respond if a stranger collapsed and began having a seizure in public

Politics

44 h. ago Third of UK parents have sought special needs assessment for their child, survey finds

Parentkind charity also says 33% of parents of children with special educational needs reported financial strainOne in three parents have sought a special needs assessment for their child, according to a survey that reveals a surge in demand for special needs support in schools across the UK.The figures were released amid mounting apprehension in England over national plans to reform special needs provision amid rising costs and a severe shortage of dedicated special school places. Continue reading...

Society

52 h. ago Majority of households clash over 'correct' dishwasher loading technique

A new survey has revealed that two-thirds of Brits living with others have had disagreements or rows over the proper way to load the dishwasher - and the debate is far from over

Politics

52 h. ago Long Covid linked to heavier periods and risk of iron deficiency

Survey of 12,000 women also revealed severity of long Covid symptoms rose and fell across menstrual cycleWomen with long Covid are prone to longer, heavier periods, which could put them at greater risk of iron deficiency that exacerbates common symptoms of the condition, doctors say.The findings emerged from a UK survey of more than 12,000 women, which also found that the severity of long Covid symptoms rose and fell across the menstrual cycle and became worse when women had their periods. Continue reading...

Events

3 d. ago Boost your mood with vibrant 'dopamine décor' trends this winter

A survey of 2,000 adults who own their homes revealed that 57 per cent feel their interior design directly influences their mood during the darker seasons

Politics

4 d. ago Starmer urged to make ‘populist case’ for workers’ rights reforms

Huge survey reveals employment rights overhaul popular with public despite many not knowing about billKeir Starmer must make the “populist case” for workers’ rights reforms, unions have said, after a new mega-poll suggested the reforms were the most popular of almost all policies but have extremely limited public recognition.The employment rights bill will return to the Commons on Monday with a pledge by senior government figures not to water down reforms to zero-hours contracts or new rights at work. Continue reading...

Politics

4 d. ago A third of UK firms using ‘bossware’ to monitor workers’ activity, survey reveals

Research suggests increase in office snooping in trend that some managers claim undermines trust with staffShare your experience of tech surveillance at work in the UKA third of UK employers are using “bossware” technology to track workers’ activity with the most common methods including monitoring emails and web browsing.Private companies are most likely to deploy in-work surveillance and one in seven employers are recording or reviewing screen activity, according to a UK-wide survey that estimates the extent of office snooping. Continue reading...

Economics

7 d. ago Ten best reasons to travel solo – as three quarters say 'everyone should try it'

More than a quarter of Brits now prefer holidaying solo, with freedom and peace and quiet topping the list of reasons to ditch the travel companions, a new survey reveals.

Politics

1 week ago Survey reveals families’ top spending priority – and it’s not shopping or eating out

Nearly half of respondents said this was their primary focus for spare cash

Economics

1 week ago One in 20 Brits believe they can build a house from online videos alone

Brits’ confidence hits new heights as one in 20 adults believe they could build a house using only online tutorials, a new survey reveals.

Politics

2 w. ago Survey reveals high levels of trust in charities but concerns over duplication

However, the nationally representative survey of 1,000 people found that large portions of the population believe there is possible duplication of services and potential for mergers to cut costs and avoid overlaps

Politics

2 w. ago ABBA beats Queen in poll of 70 greatest things about the 1970s

A new survey reveals that two thirds of adults consider the 1970s one of the most exciting decades, with music legends like Abba and Queen and iconic TV shows topping the list of its greatest highlights.

Politics

2 w. ago Dumfries and Galloway businesses more confident in economy than any time since 2022

The latest South of Scotland Business Survey also reveals nearly half of the region's businesses are aiming to grow.

Economics

2 w. ago Brits turn their back on traditional chippie chips in favour of French classic

A shocking new survey has revealed the majority of Brits now prefer the French fry in favour of the British classic - and the bad news doesn't stop there, with many preferring steak frites over a chippy tea.

Politics

2 w. ago Brits share top baking fails ahead of Great British Bake Off return

A survey of 1,200 adults has revealed the most common baking blunders - with nearly half of Brits saying they are more inspired to bake when The Great British Bake Off is on TV

Events

2 w. ago Motorists that play popular car game risk £5k fine and penalty points

A survey has revealed most popular car games among drivers and passengers, but motorists are being warned not to get too engrossed in the activity otherwise they risk a fine and penalty points on their driver's licence

Economics

2 w. ago Car expert names three interior issues that can slash a used motor's value

A recent survey of 20 automotive technicians revealed that issues relating to a vehicle's cabin regularly rank among the most significant deal-breakers for potential buyers

Transport