All news by author: Martin Winter
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Over a third of dog owners would describe their pooch as a 'fussy eater'
One in ten dogs consistently refuse to eat the food served to them - leaving 36% of owners worried their pet is not getting a nutritious diet
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Top 20 memorable moments Brits miss out on due to watching them via their phones
Brits have captured over 20 minutes worth of milestone moments through their phone screens - but nearly three in ten wish they had been more present in the moment
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Top worries Brits have before going on holiday - including a burglary at home
One in five Brits feel nervous about leaving their home unattended - and begin to worry about the contents of their home just five days into a trip
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Top 'life admin' tasks Brits avoid doing - like decluttering their homes
Brits put off completing nearly 100 day-to-day chores each year - but still find themselves spending nearly five hours a week doing 'life admin'
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Average mobile phone travels 8,313 miles and makes 792 calls in its lifetime
Brits will typically own 18 mobile phones in their lives, upgrading their device every four years - but 16% admit they don't feel ready to say goodbye when it is time
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One in four parents struggle to get kids to eat five-a-day of fruit and veg
The top reasons for kids not eating their full five-a-day include they are fussy, and they don't like it, according to a survey of parents
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One in four dog owners would struggle to spot the signs of their pet overheating
Nearly two-thirds of dog owners worry about how their four-legged friends fare in the heat – but four in ten don't know how to help them cope with rising temperatures
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Nine in 10 men feel their hair is a big part of their identity, study finds
As a result, over half of men who suffer hair loss symptoms feel 'extremely self-conscious' – with 35% wearing hats to try and cover it up
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Newcastle and Cardiff top list of UK cities - with best overall 'vibes'
The Geordie city was voted the best in seven out of nine categories - including most welcoming city, best food, and best sense of style
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Top travel bucket list destinations for 2023 - Rome and Athens top list
Four in ten Brits think it is important to switch up holiday destinations - and over a third feel happier when trying adventurous activities on holiday
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Positive online reviews for utility companies are on the rise, report shows
It comes as rising gas and electricity prices across the utilities sector mean that Brits are looking for other ways to differentiate between providers
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Just half of Brits believe they could find their way with a paper map
Map-reading is a baffling prospect for many - take this quiz to test how well you understand map symbols, such as contours
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Roman Kemp spends day on farming learning about regenerative farming practices
It comes as a third of Brits admit they are unsure what farmers really do - but two-thirds would like to learn more about where their food really comes from
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One in ten gamers are working in a career influenced by the hobby, study finds
Nearly two-thirds of adults who play video games say they are more likely than non-gamers to develop key skills, such as logic and rapid decision making
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Visually impaired Brits fear effects of planned train ticket office closures
Nearly four in five adults suffering from visual impairment fear the proposed closures could make it more difficult for them to access train travel
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Over half of Brits are keen to spend more time in the great outdoors
Sailing, archery, and hot air ballooning are the top outdoor pursuits Brits would take up in order to spend more time in nature
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Former GBBO winner pulls first pint of new beer to mark airport's 85th year
Great British Bake Off 2016 winner, Candice Brown, poured a pint of 'Lift Off 85', to celebrate 85 years of operation for Luton Airport
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Jessica Ennis-Hill and Kelly Holmes named most inspirational British sportswomen
Paula Radcliffe, Laura Kenny, Rebecca Adlington, and even Princess Anne also ranked among the top 20 female sporting role models, according to a study
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Top reasons kids get bored in summer holidays - like running out of activities
Summer holiday boredom will peak on Saturday, 12 August - as the novelty of not being at school will have worn off by then, research finds
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Seven in 10 Brits can't tell the difference between lab-grown and mined diamonds
As a result, the same number say they would be willing to switch to laboratory diamonds in jewellery, such as engagement rings - as they cost up to 85 per cent less
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London and Las Vegas are top places gamblers would like to gamble in person
But four in ten gamblers have never actually stepped inside a casino - as over a fifth worry about looking out of place, research finds
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Exercise and sleep are top activities impacted by regular physical pain
Over half of Brits suffer from frequent discomfort, from physical conditions such as back pain, arthritis, or irritable bowel syndrome
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Takeaways and charity donations are top areas where Brits plan to cut spending
Holidays, hobbies, and clothes or shoe shopping are other areas in which they are budgeting - but many are reluctant to ditch spending on insurance policies
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Half of dog owners say their pooch frequently tries to steal their food
Burgers, biscuits, and sausages are among the top meals or snacks that cheeky canines often pinch off their owner's plates
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One in ten Brits have a room in their home they can't use, as it is full of junk
Four in ten Brits actively put off clearing out their home - as a third say they “don't know where to start” when getting rid of these old items
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