All news by author: Andrew Young

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Trousers and dresses are the top clothing items that women wish had more pockets
It comes as nine in ten women feel most fashion items available to them are 'completely impractical' - due to a lack of pockets
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Six in ten Brits say they have been on a 'truly great' family holiday
The top indicators of a successful family trip include everyone in the family having a good time, and the kids never complaining about being bored
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Over half of parents feel their children's toys are crucial to their development
And it emerged that three-quarters of mums and dads choose which toys to buy - based on the hope that these will help their youngsters be successful in later life
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Over half of tenants are keen to buy so they can stop wasting money on rent
But one in three want a place of their own so they can start a family - with 15% putting off doing this until they have managed to get on the property ladder
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One life is lost every eight minutes in the UK to coronary heart disease
To shine a light on hidden heart conditions, football legend David Seaman joined over 200 fans in the stands at Crystal Palace's football stadium, Selhurst Park
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Dating really is all about chemistry - according to new scientific formula
A renowned psychologist has revealed a way to keep dopamine levels high, and maintain that initial romantic 'spark' for longer
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One in five Brits put off eye check-ups after noticing changes or discomfort
Nearly two-thirds delay getting such issues checked out due to fears they may need corrective surgery, the research found
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One in ten women are not comfortable talking to partner - about sexual desires
Almost a third say they are more likely to climax during some “alone” time than with their partner - but less than half feel they have time to fit this into their schedule
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Former opera singer and radio presenter share how they became cabin crew
It comes as easyJet has launched a new cabin crew recruitment campaign - demonstrating how many may have more transferable skills suited to the role than they realise
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Six in ten Brits have bought second-hand items in the last 12 months
The typical amount spent on pre-owned goods since August 2022 is £661.20 - with the second-hand economy valued at a whopping £21 billion last year
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Van drivers reckon they could save nearly £3,000 a year - by going electric
Over half plan to go green within the next two years - and six in ten feel it will give them a good opportunity to do business with a more socially conscious clientele
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Over a quarter of Brits feel cost-of-living crisis has impacted mental health
Those living in Edinburgh, Leicester, Glasgow, and Newcastle have been left struggling the most due to financial difficulties, the research found
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Six in ten students may have reconsidered uni - if they had known the costs
The majority of students are worried about affording the upcoming term – with items like mobile phones and laptops among their biggest concerns
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Top home décor arguments housemates have - like the colour of the walls
A quarter of Brits living in shared accommodation have quarrelled with their housemates about how to decorate the home, research has found
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Seven in ten parents say playing with toys helps children's 'sense of wonder'
Over half of parents notice their kids losing their sense of curiosity by the age of just six years old - but the vast majority are keen to help preserve this
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Brits enjoy two snacks a day - but most are unaware of the calorie counts
The nation's favourite snacks include chocolate, crisps, and fruit - but just a quarter know how many calories are in a banana
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Top 30 worries parents have about their kids starting secondary school
Other key concerns parents have include whether their child will make friends, how they will settle in - and peer pressure from friends or older pupils
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September is the best month to start a new job, according to Gen Z adults
It also emerged that 18-25-year-olds take two weeks to get over their 'first day nerves' - with their biggest worries including not fitting in with their new team
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Parents spend almost £1,000 during child's schooling - on cleaning uniforms
It costs parents £150 a year to buy their kids' school uniform items - and an extra £20 a year in energy costs to wash them, as well as £45 a year on tumble dryer cycles
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Delighted passers-by have their illustrations done - by comedian Vic Reeves
The funnyman-turned-artist visited Brighton Pier, and set up a “Sketched By Jim” illustration station - to draw lucky passers-by on a Samsung tablet
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Three in ten Brits rate their art skills as 'very poor', study finds
Over half of Brits like the idea of art as a pastime - but seven in ten worry they don't have the talent for it, and 53% fear their efforts would be judged by others
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Top kitchen faux-pas for dinner party hosts - like testing food with fingers
Half of Brits who have hosted a dinner party worry something will go wrong - and four in ten say they are glad when it's over
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Top changes Brits would make to their morning routine - like waking up earlier
Nearly half of Brits are keen to be the best version of themselves throughout the day - but three in ten admit they have fallen into some negative morning habits
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New limited-edition menu creates unusual food combo - OREO and fried chicken
The new menu will be available in September, and will consist of a meal of burgers, fries, and a milkshake - all combined with the biscuit treat
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Seven in 10 Brits would not go vegan - as they feel cheese is a key part of diet
More than six in ten say they could not live without cheese - and nearly a quarter of those who have tried a plant-based diet have failed, as they could not resist cheese