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Other top magical moments during the holiday season include putting up decorations, seeing loved ones open their gifts - and that first mince pie of the season, the survey found

Almost six in ten blame overthinking for their difficulty sleeping at night, while four in ten worry about money as they are trying to nod off, the research found

The top festive faux-pas include tangled fairy lights, accidentally smashing a bauble - and simply eating too much, and ending up feeling stuffed, the research found

And four in ten would not feel comfortable explaining the National Grid to someone else - as a fifth are clueless about how it works

Six in ten end up eating the same meals as many as four times a week - due to tiredness, a lack of time, or a lack of planning, according to the research

The Summer Olympics in Paris, Taylor Swift's Eras tour, and Andrea Bocelli in concert in Brazil, are among the most popular 2024 events Brits would travel for

Six in ten say this is more acceptable now than ever before - with books, jewellery, and toys or games, the most likely presents to be bought pre-loved

Six in ten Brits like to try unusual pairings for their morning meal - so Hampton by Hilton has launched a limited edition, Full English breakfast waffle

And four in ten have to visit a healthcare professional multiple times to get to the bottom of the issue - with a tenth of these waiting over three years for a diagnosis

It comes as more than a quarter admit they have spent less time with with pals this year compared to last year - due to distance, and family commitments

Children aged between 10 and 16 have revealed the top technological advancements they are keen to see in sports - including AI coaches and sports commentary

The same number have never taken their youngsters to see an optician - as nearly two-thirds say they do not appear to be having problems with their eyesight, the study found

Food-based nicknames such as Spud, Nugget, and Guinness are also popular choices - as four in ten Brits go by a moniker, the research found

A quarter of Brits consider their hair to be a part of their identity, and see styling their locks as a form of self-care

A chocolate bar, a bacon sandwich, or a cup of tea are the go-to favourites as the seasons change, according to the research

This leaves them feeling annoyed, frustrated, and old - as one in four can't even manage basic tasks, such as taking a phone call

Nine in ten believe this is the key to success in life - while others believe it boosts mental and physical health, and leads to improved social relationships

However, over a third are likely to skip breakfast due to not feeling hungry in the mornings - leaving them tired and less attentive at school

Sending a text to the wrong person, and having no phone signal or service, also ranked among the top 10 fears of today, the research found

Research reveals leaks in the home will cause at least 900 million litres of drinking water to go down the drain each day - literally

However, one in three would feel intrigued to encounter extraterrestrial life - and more than four in ten would try to communicate with aliens if they ever landed on Earth

Nearly six in ten have been creeped-out by sights or sounds around their home - like cold spots in otherwise warm rooms, or lights flickering or dimming randomly, a study has found

Nine in ten parents worry about their baby's skin during the first 12 months - with skin complaints being the most likely reason to take their infant to see a doctor, research has found

Over four million teeth have been lost to sporting injuries - but nearly half of these could have been saved by wearing a mouthguard

But two-thirds of 16-25-year-olds feel there is not enough support available to get them into work, with over half worrying about getting left behind in the job market