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The top side hustling cities include Bristol and London

Half of Brits work a ‘second shift’ after hours on side hustles
Half of Brits regularly clock into a ‘second shift’ - putting in 214 extra hours in the evening per year to pursue side hustles and passion projects.

Trending holiday destinations for 2027 include California, Japan, and Uruguay

Expedia's 2027 trending travel hotspots include California and Japan

The nation's favourite card games of all time are blackjack, poker and patience

Blackjack, poker and patience top nation's favourite card games

92 per cent of small business owners say keeping energy costs down is one of their biggest priorities

Small business owners' reveal biggest concerns

It was also found 21 per cent have walked away from a purchase altogether because they didn't think it would have much resale potential

Marketplace sellers buy fashion items to sell after just a few wears

Statistics from travel insurance policies show the number of people declaring neurodivergent conditions has risen by 79 per cent in just seven months

ADHD and autism is soaring among people over 50, suggests new data

Domino's offered 114 free pizzas to the first 114 fans wearing Liverpool jerseys

Domino's launches giveaway of 114 pizzas to Liverpool fans

The quotes were made using reverse graffiti, and appear on pavements across London

Only one in 10 Brits feel comfortable checking on someone's wellbeing

The average adult gets just 90 minutes of personal time a day, yet most spend it watching TV or scrolling social media rather than pursuing hobbies

Brits believe they’re too old to take up a new hobby by the age of 49

A study found 94 per cent of parents contributed financially to keeping their child or young adult on the road

Parents spend an additional £525 a year once their children drive

Premier Inn enlist Rylan to help solve the hard versus soft pillow debate

The hard versus soft pillow debate has been solved by Rylan

Gen Z see a ‘checking in’ text or liking a post on social media as a big sign of care

Gen Z turn to digital signs of care

Sue Johnston is championing 'Age Intelligence' over artificial intelligence

Sue Johnston creates 'Age Intelligence' to battle AI usage

Donkeys like Lagdaf haul 400 litres of water to provide water for their community

Video of a working donkey shows demanding work and daily challenges

Eight in 10 Brits feel they learnt more lessons in the 'university of life'

Brits believe lessons learnt outside the classroom are more important

Just over half of Brits feel confident planning for retirement

Brits feel more confident with money than they were two years ago

Nearly half of homeowners have incurred late payment fees

Disorganised households estimate they pay an extra £801 on bills

You can check your tyre depth by using the border of a 20p coin

A simple hack can save drivers from a £2,500 fine and a driving ban

Young drivers in particular are seeing the biggest year-on-year savings

British drivers are now paying £713 for their car insurance

Anthea Turner is encouraging people to take small steps to help their future selves

Three quarters of people aim to keep their 'future self' happy

Gen Z send nearly 600 memes to friends a year

Gen Z have friends they now communicate with exclusively through memes

Each donut either has a Traitor or Faithful centre

Krispy Kreme unveils new limited edition Traitors doughnuts

Travellers were found to either be Type A or Type B

One in five early holiday bookers lose out as prices fall

Children are often nervous during these eyetests

Child psychologist's tips for stress-free check-ups for kids

Parents typically wait until their child is around five years old before they set up a savings account

Newborns miss out on £4,000 when parents delay opening accounts

Nearly a quarter of parents have cancelled a medical appointment as they were too busy to attend

Parents put own health on backburner to care for children, study finds

Lorraine Kelly launched an appeal for Brits to share their family favourite baking recipes

Lorraine Kelly is on a mission to preserve family baking recipes

Center Parcs has opened its sensory library at Elveden Forest village

Center Parcs rolls out sensory libraries for neurodivergent families

Pet’s roaming antics haven’t gone unnoticed by their owners

Cambridge named the UK's 'cheating cat' capital for feline wanderers

Halfords recruited Judi Love as their Wheel Life Worry Whisperer to keep Brits safe on the roads

A quarter of motorists are driving potentially dangerous cars

More than 32 million pizzas have been delivered by Domino's since Spurs last scored

Domino's pokes fun at Spurs with giant pizza screen

TV Host Alison Hammond surprised some of Britain's most loyal people

Britain's most loyal people surprised by Alison Hammond

Lexicographer Susie feels that the portmanteau of 'meekend' neatly encapsulates a modern lifestyle phenomenon

Linguist hopes this new word will make it into the dictionary

Sara Cox has teamed up with Smart Energy GB for their new campaign

Technology saves Brits 13 days a year by speeding up daily chores

Brits say they miss classic '80s hairstyles

The 1980s has been crowned Britain’s most standout decade

A third of Brits admit they haven't thanked their mentor

Brits inspired to follow their dreams, but never thanked mentors

More than half of Brits often feel they have too many things to keep track of every day

Brits juggle six different tasks, reminders, and responsibilities

Caring for a loved one with a chronic illness can have an impact on mental health

Loved ones' chronic condition impact family's mental health

The survey found Brits have attempted an average of two different sleep methods seen online over the last year

Brits turn to social media hacks to improve their sleep

Eligible adults can explore New Health’s weight-management service online and decide whether it feels right for them.

How to know you’re suitable for private weight management treatment?

More than a quarter of Brits would like to see flip phones return

Digital cameras are one of the most nostalgic memories from the 2000s

The survey found 35 per cent have multiple versions of almost exactly the same picture

Brits take five selfies before landing on one they're happy with

The study was commissioned by Kellogg's

Only one in three over 50s know if they are getting enough fibre

Vaping Products Duty will tax e-liquid at a flat rate of 22p per millilitre plus 20 per cent VAT

The cost of vaping to rise when new tax law comes in

The most common method to put money aside for their youngsters is via a children’s savings account

A fifth of parents haven't put money aside to support their kids

Three quarters of all learning types also agreed seeing something visually is important before they’re able to fully understand it

Brits typically fall into one of six learning personalities

Mollie King explores London street style

Street style inspires Brits more than celebrities, poll finds

It comes as Olivia Atwood announces a SPLIT from her long-term lover and introduces a number one on the scene

Top signs your relationship is failing, according to research

Almost a fifth of respondents have embarked on 12 or more work trips over the past year alone

A quarter of workers are travelling more post pandemic than before

Rob Pope embarked on 500-mile challenge to help Britain reconnect with local food and communities

A third of Brits feel disconnected from where their food comes from

Pistachio green was found to be the trendiest colour of the year

Pistachio green is the trendiest colour of 2026

More than 850 of the hardest-to-reach members of communities across the country will be seen onboard

Mobile dental unit to deliver care to rough sleepers

One in five holidaymakers have crammed at least a week's worth of luggage into a carry-on bag this summer to avoid expensive fees

One in five travellers cram a week's worth of luggage into a carry-on

Vodafone’s new broadband deal is tempting enough - but with a £150 welcome gift, it becomes a great offer

Vodafone is offering eligible customers £150 to switch their broadband

School WhatsApp groups are an 'essential parenting tool'

Parents rely on WhatsApp groups to stay on top of back-to-school chaos

Hayley Hayes, from Newport, Wales, hasn’t been on a getaway over the summer for almost a decade

Wife wins dream holiday after missing out on trips

TV chef Rustie Lee has partnered with the broadband provider Community Fibre to raise awareness of the landline switch off

Half of landline users unaware of national switch-off deadline looming

More than a third confessed they regularly start the day feeling tired

Nearly half of Brits wake up grumpy each week, poll finds

Olympic gymnast Max Whitlock says: "Understanding when your body needs rest is just as important as knowing when to push"

Brits ditch exercising after 33 days - here's the REAL reason why

MC Grindah brings Bare Expectations to life

Charles Dickens’ Great Expectations has been given a Gen Z makeover

Football fans are frustrated with the sport's commercialisation

Football fans' top 20 biggest gripes

Most of those polled believe university life is more boujee than it was

University essentials are now becoming 'lifestyle statements'

Data for properties across Scotland suggest the market is moving fast

Glasgow property sales fastest in UK

Seven in 10 said they experienced unexpected benefits when they did something they has been put off

Six in 10 put off improving their lives because it feels too much work

The number of people working as dancers and choreographers has fallen by 32 per cent since 2019

Next generation of dancers are being priced out the industry

The average Brit now captures 1,040 photos and 312 videos per year

Brits take more than a THOUSAND photos every year

Three quarters of Brits don't floss daily

Brits aren't following a dentist-recommended teeth cleaning routine

More travellers will be heading to the South West than going to Spain this summer

UK holidaymakers are choosing staycations over Spain this summer

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